New Design Trends for 2018
Design Trends "From splashy colors to bright yellow couches and mixed metal everything, our stable of designers and tastemakers are giving you the ultimate insiders’ scoop on what’ll be hot in 2018," Realtor.com reports. "And trust us: It’ll be a gorgeous year." See the 9 that they have put together HERE. … Continue reading...
Staging Tips
STAGING HELP & TIPS Are you thinking of selling your home? Staging it can make a big difference. It not only helps buyers see how their own furniture will fit but it actually has been shown to sell homes faster. Helping buyers fall in love with your property takes more than running the vacuum and fluffing the pillows: It’s all about decluttering, repairing, updating, and depersonalizing, say real estate agents and stagers. Check out this link for more information and tips for staging … Continue reading...
Need Some Staircase Help?
Picking and choosing big design items can be tricky. What if I don't like it after I get all done with my project? What will others think when they see it? Oh, the worries go on and on. But, if you do your research and your homework, most likely, everything will turn out fine. Here are some amazing staircase ideas that will really make an impact! … Continue reading...
Organizing Tips
Tips for Organizing that Linen Closet Do you find it a challenge to find a place for everything? Organizing can become overwhelming at times, but there are others out there that have some great ideas. Linen closets can always be challenging if you are trying to keep everything in one place for easy "go-to" for you and anyone else who lives in or stays in your home. Here are a few linen closet ideas from "Real Simple" that I just couldn't pass up on. … Continue reading...
Kirkland Repair Cafe’
"Created under the idea that reduced waste is a good thing, the Repair Café series brings fixers into the community for free repair of small household items and mending of garments. This event will be a great opportunity for you to get your items repaired, learn about reducing consumer waste, and check out the amazing DIRT Lab. This is also the first repair café to take place in Kirkland, and the organizers are excited to have the support of City of Kirkland. This event will run from … Continue reading...
Transforming a Laundry Room – Women with Power Tools!
Wow! It's always fun to watch women transform and remodel. If power tools are involved it's even better. Here is one woman's ideas for re-doing her laundry room. I love all of her ideas, from the drying racks to the barn door slider and so much more. Check out her video and get going on your next idea! Thanks Houzz.com for the video. … Continue reading...
Mindy Smart Newsletter: Simple Homemade Cleaning Solutions
Thanks for signing up for my newsletter. I love being able to stay in contact and this is my way of obtaining that goal. Whether you're looking for greener ways to clean your home or you just want to save money at the store, there are simple household cleaning products you can make on your own. Use the recipes, tips and precautions above at the "newsletter" link to help you get started. Enjoy! … Continue reading...
