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Mattresses, Sheets, and the Perfect Night’s Sleep

Tuesday, July 8th, 2014 at 6:38am.

We’ve all read tips on how to buy the mattress that is right for each of us – there’s even a mattress out now with an incline adjustment in case the person next to you is snoring! (Where has THAT been all my life, right?)

 

What you might not know is the importance of the atmosphere, the mattress, the linens, etc., when it comes to choosing the right mattress.  So I’ve found some tidbits that surprised me and I thought I’d share them.

 

 

This fascinates me (I don’t know why) . . . the most expensive mattress in the world!  It is made by a privately owned family company in Sweden – Hästens.

 

I think I like the blue checked material more than anything.  But of course at this price, you get to choose from a selection of fabrics…

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If Only the Handle had not Broken off the Microwave

Tuesday, July 1st, 2014 at 2:55am.

We all know, this is how it starts.  The sink drips.  A cabinet door is loose.  The plastic door handle breaks off the microwave.  Thousands over budget and six months later you have a brand new kitchen.

 

According to the 2014 Cost vs Value Report by Realtor® Magazine, the top remodel projects that provide the best return on investment are:

 

Deck addition – 87.4%

Major kitchen remodel – 63.6%

Bathroom remodel – 63.6%

New roof – 63.0%

Basement Remodel – 77.6%

 

Strange as this may sound, it’s not really about what you like.  It’s about what you can sell in the future when you plan to move.  Paint, up-to-date cabinetry and energy star appliances are all a fairly current kitchen needs.  But if you’re staring at the business end of…

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4 Clever Ideas for the Guest Room

Monday, June 9th, 2014 at 4:42am.

1. No-Hassle Bedding Storage

 

Store your flat sheet, fitted sheet and pillow cases in one pillow case from the set so when the guest arrives there won’t be a frantic search for matching linens.

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2. Bedside Table Caraffe

It’s the perfect solution to midnight thirst! Your guest will appreciate the water supply and attached cup.

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3. Sample Jar

Keep a jar of samples in the guest room for your visitors to use. It’s useful for if your guest forgets something, and it’s a great place to put all those samples you don’t have a place for!

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4. WiFi Password Printout

Instead of your guests having to memorize your WiFi password or asking you over and over again for it, print it out and stick it in a cute frame!…

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4 Easy DIY Father’s Day Cards

Tuesday, May 27th, 2014 at 3:43am.

1. The SuperDad

      

 Directions here.

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 2. The Text-Bubble Collage

 Directions here.

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3. The Baby Feet

 Directions here.

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 4. The Hand Tree

 Directions here.

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For more fun Father’s Day ideas, visit our Pinterest page.

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5 Easy Ways to Organize Your Closet

Tuesday, April 29th, 2014 at 2:44am.

1. Sunglasses Display

Are you an avid sunglasses collector with nowhere to put them? Arrange them beautifully with just a piece of ribbon and a bit of pretty cloth.

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2. DIY Scarf Hanger

With just a hanger and some shower curtain rings, gain easy access to all your scarves without having to dig through a drawer for the perfect one.

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3. Boot Hangers

Have lots of hanging space but not enough room on your floor for all your shoes? Try hanging your boots up with pants hangers! Not only will you save space but you will also help maintain the shape of the boots.

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4. Hang Heels with Crown Molding

Crown molding is very easy to put on your walls, and it is the perfect design on which to hang your collection of…

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How to Fake a Foyer

Tuesday, April 15th, 2014 at 2:16am.

Don’t have a foyer in your house or apartment? Here are some tips on how to create a relaxing and useful entrance to your home.

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One popular way is to set a table or ottoman against the wall directly after the door. Combine it with a bright color or some wallpaper, and your eyes will go right to it after entering! Add some art, family photographs, or hanging solutions to create a more personal and functional area and you have a winner.

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Here are some examples:

 

 

 

 

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If you do decide you want a physical barrier and not just a visual one, try a screen or divider. You can couple it with a small table in front of it to really make it feel like a separate area.

 

 

A see-through book shelf can work as…

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