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Designer Fabrics

With the pandemic changing everything including the way that we live in our homes, homeowners are transitioning into a more confident approach to decorating. This transition is encouraging designers to move away from safe, muted tones in favor of bolder trends that feature graphic prints and rich color palettes. Celebrating raw materials, organic textures, and crafts, decorator fabrics for 2021 are embracing color and nature by mixing texture and color, and beautiful, smaller scale florals. With fabric, our experts point out there are interesting trends emerging in all areas such as color, texture, pattern, scale of print, “Color and texture. …

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CHINOISERIE WALLPAPER DONE RIGHT

In the realm of the wallpaper world, there are a plethora of options in style: geometric, modern, abstract, chintz, floral and many more. One of my favorite styles and designs in wallpaper is the ‘old-school’ chinoiserie. I understand that for some, this style might be too intimidating and unfamiliar. There is such a wide range in Chinoiserie wallpaper: in patterns and colorways, in period and scale, along with other elements to consider. I always recommend trying to understand your final goal and concept. Do you want to go bold? Monochromatic? Soothing and calm?  Specific period or thematic? Do you want it to …

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Purposeful Ways to Style a Multi-Purpose Room

(Family Features) Whether you call it a laundry room, mudroom or something else entirely, that multi-purpose space is likely a hub of activity in your home. For homeowners creating this utility space from scratch, the sky is the limit, but even if you’re updating an existing room, there are plenty of ways to add purposeful style and function. Homeowners are often looking for ways to use the rooms in their homes in multiple ways. With some thoughtful planning and the right materials, even a modest utility area can become a multi-functional space for the entire family. Take a utilitarian approach. …

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Strawberry Angel Food Dessert

by Mrs. Elaine Ahlgrim 3 oz package of strawberry Jello 10 oz fresh sliced strawberries 1 tbsp sugar 10 inch angel food cake torn in pieces (you can use a store bought angel food cake) ½ pint whipping cream Dissolve Jello in 1 ¼ cups boiling water. Stir in strawberries, and sugar. Let cool until it begins to thicken. Set aside. Whip the cream in another bowl. Fold in whip cream into mixture. Cover bottom of 9 inch square baking pan with half of the torn angel food cake. Pour strawberry mixture over it. Make another layer with remaining angel …

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A Creamy Recipe Created for Families

(Culinary.net) A lazy Sunday afternoon cuddled up with family, playing in the rain with your kids and tasting a perfect, sweet treat on a summer day can be some of the simplest yet best parts of life. Recipes that can be made with clean, fresh ingredients in a matter of minutes make some of the best-tasting dishes, snacks and treats. Sometimes keeping it simple is the best route to take as opposed to confusing prep that takes too much time. This Strawberry Mousse, which is made with families in mind, is a perfect recipe to make with your little ones …

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Guest Bathroom/Powder Room Trends

Both the powder room and the guest bathroom deserve special attention; however, trends in design for these spaces are moving toward trying out different design ideas. While keeping a sense of cohesiveness in design throughout the home is important, for 2021 our experts say guest bathrooms and powder rooms do not have to match the master bath or the kitchen. Powder rooms are a great place to do something unique and fun while trends for guest bathrooms are open and airy. Offering overnight guests some privacy makes the guest bathroom truly important. With the pandemic starting to wane and family …

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Award-Winning Outdoor Space Inspiration

(Family Features) Renovating your home’s outdoor spaces not only enhances the aesthetic but can also provide a host of recreational benefits. Taking a look at award-winning projects can help many homeowners draw inspiration while also identifying capable, reputable contractors to take on the project. For example, selected by a panel of industry experts based on functionality, aesthetics, craftsmanship, innovation and degree of difficulty, these 2021 National Association of the Remodeling Industry National Contractor of the Year (CotY) Award Winners showcase a variety of ideas for upgrading your outdoor spaces. Find the complete list at nari.org/cotywinners. Residential Landscape Design/Outdoor Living Under …

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Craftsmanship, Outdoor Living Define Trace Homes

Located on a beautiful Brentwood hilltop, with a stunning view, is the latest Trace Construction home in the stately, gated community of Cartwright Close. This exclusive community boosts several their homes which have really raised the bar on craftsmanship and outdoor living. Entering into the summer months in Tennessee, the real estate market remains strong with this latest home receiving a contract on the day it was listed by Realtor Lisa Culp Taylor, LCT Team – Parks, which she says is a reflection of the market and the popularity of Trace Construction homes. “Finding a luxury home surrounded by multiple acres …

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September/October 2021 issue

House & Home & Garden August 2021

The Designer: Diana Apgar, Decorating Den Interiors Highlights: Colorful, comfortable and fun. Perfect room for family activities. Cuddle lounge sectional in white inside-out fabric. Aruba blue-green walls, large pink vinyl tufted ottoman. Bold tropical floral draperies. Teal blue swivel chairs for viewing the TV and playing games. Design Solutions Provided: Creating a floor plan first, then deciding on furniture pieces. The husband requested swivel chairs (his favorite chair) in this room so they could easily have a conversation, watch tv or play video games. We chose a sectional that has a cuddle lounge piece. Fabrics were inside out brand for …

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Meet Malicious Women Candle Co. the hilarious brand of irreverent candles & more!

Malicious Women Candle Co. the hilarious brand of irreverent candles, diffusers, room sprays and more that are raising awareness for suicide prevention while letting you air your inner snark. Candles – Each of their tongue-in-cheek products is infused with irresistible scents with audacious names like “Our Friendship is Like Pandemic Jeans (Growing Tighter Everyday)” or “She Believed She Could, But Was Really Tired So She Didn’t.”   Room Sprays – Sometimes being stuck indoors all day stinks! These environmentally friendly and pleasantly fragrant sprays can make it better. 3. Reed Diffusers – Whether it’s Drama and Haters or Inequality and …

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