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Tweaking twigs for a centerpiece


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FOR A MINIMALIST centerpiece, fill several glass containers with uncooked white rice. Carefully prop a number of twigs into the rice and arrange the glass containers in a row.

When all the riotous colors of summer start getting to you, turn to the pristine and the simple for your table centerpiece or grouping. The stark contrast of dark and light, in this case, the dark twigs against the white rice, is an easy match for most color schemes. Inexpensive and elegant can go hand in hand with this project.

Posted: June 19th, 2013 in Columns,Home and Entertaining | Read More »

A jar full of light


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PREPARE your jar/bottle and position your patterned doily or stencil on the glass
surface and secure with double-sided tape.

Don’t throw away your empty jelly and peanut butter jars just yet! Transform them into your own pretty candle holders that you can use to enhance your table setting or vignette.

Posted: May 29th, 2013 in Columns,Home and Entertaining | Read More »

Three delectable tiers

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Present your summer goodies on your very own three-tiered plate server. These are very popular in Europe, especially in England, during high tea. Dainty sandwiches and scones are individually arranged around the plates, as opposed to piling them all on just one plate. This is a great way to save on table space and is also a visual treat.

Posted: May 15th, 2013 in Columns,Home and Entertaining | Read More »

A secret garden

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If you’re one of the many who live in apartments or condominiums and you long for your little piece of greenery, here’s an idea shared by creative couple Ting and Pillar Estrella.

Posted: May 1st, 2013 in Featured Gallery,Headlines,Home and Entertaining | Read More »

Dusting your ceiling fan


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PLACE vinegar solution in spray bottle.

Dust always finds its way everywhere as the weather heats up. Ceiling fans are no exception. With a few things you’ve got at home, this task can get a little bit easier. Here’s what you’ll need:

Posted: April 24th, 2013 in Columns,Editor's Pick,Home and Entertaining,Photos & Videos | Read More »

A burst of summer for your table


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ALTERNATE centerpieces on a long table runner

Usher summer into your home by bringing in some garden freshness and breathing new life into your table. You can start by realizing there’s more than meets the eye while shopping for produce in the supermarket. Also give another look at the things you have and use in your kitchen.

Posted: April 3rd, 2013 in Columns,Home and Entertaining | Read More »

Make a country Easter basket


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USE CARNATIONS, alstroemerias, lemons; for a rustic, country look, add green berries and vines

To many of us, Easter connotes a country theme involving bunnies, chickens, eggs and blooms bursting with color. You don’t have to dig deep into your pocket to bring the season to your table. Here’s a little creative “push” in the right direction.

Posted: March 27th, 2013 in Columns,Home and Entertaining,Photos & Videos | Read More »

A frame and a shelf in one


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A BLANK wall would be perfect for framed art.

So you’ve got that blank wall that would be perfect for some framed art. But with space at a premium these days, squeezing something useful out of it wouldn’t be too bad, either. Here’s an idea: a framed display shelf.

Posted: March 5th, 2013 in Columns,Home and Entertaining | Read More »

Hot-air balloon centerpiece for summer parties

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With summer fast approaching, sunny skies and bright colors come to mind. Create something unique that will bring the spirit of fun and giggles to your family and friends—like a hot-air balloon centerpiece!

Posted: February 27th, 2013 in Arts and Books,Headlines | Read More »

A marvelous way to keep mags

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If you love to read and collect magazines, here is a good way to get organized and store them properly.
We usually end up with a ton of magazines at the end of each year. We donate some, and those we like are put on a shelf in our office. Through the years, it’s been quite time-consuming for our staff to keep dusting them, and as the magazines get moved around, the pages get creased or torn.

Posted: February 20th, 2013 in Arts and Books,Featured Gallery,Headlines | Read More »

Miniature chairs as centerpiece table attractions

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Styling your table starts with the little details. The unique and creative touches make your table setting spectacular.

Posted: February 6th, 2013 in Featured Gallery,Headlines,Home and Entertaining | Read More »

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