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Buying My First Home: Not Making an Offer & Finding a Better Place!

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Last week we found a beautiful apartment right across from the school we want Mason to go to --but  I was feeling a little hesitant about making an offer. We just recently lost out on a great place, and although I loved this place, I wasn't sure it was totally right. We debated... read more

17 Colorful Lucite Home Accessories from Katie Anderson of Modern Eve

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As a longtime fan of lucite, I'm excited to see that designers are once again adding color to their popular transparent furnishings and home accessories. Colored acrylic and polycarbonate is the perfect way to add a modern pop of color to your home or office. Check out my favorite picks -- and let me know... read more

Secrets to Small Space Entertaining from Jordan Reid of Ramshackle Glam

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For years and years my husband and I lived in an apartment that was fairly average-sized for an NYC one-bedroom, but that – let’s get real, here – could generously be referred to as “teeny.” It was cozy and lovely and charming, with extra-wide floorboards, built-in bookshelves and big windows that flooded the living room... read more

Buying My First Home: Is it Too Soon to Bid on Another Place?

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We celebrated Mother's Day on Sunday with flowers, cards, brunch in bed...and a whirlwind tour of five open houses in Brooklyn. The first place that we saw was pretty awesome (in fact, we're debating putting in an offer).  The rest? Not so much. All the things I loved about place #1 (that's the... read more

Trend Report: 6 Ways to Go Green With Your Space

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As much as we love a bright pop of yellow or a touch of tangerine, nothing says spring like the color green. From muted pastels to an earthy evergreen, these well-decorated rooms prove that a little color can go a long way. Add color to your space in a subtle way... read more

8 Fresh Ways to Incorporate the Color Linen Into Your Decor

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We're loving linen, one of Pantone's spring colors, because it's fresh and crisp--the ideal backdrop for bold pops of color, from yellow and red to purple and blue.  Get inspired with these room pics–and freshen up your place today:

A pretty linen tablecloth adds a touch of sophistication to your...

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21 Stunning Art Deco Home Accessories from Katie Anderson of Modern Eve

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Just in time for the release of Baz Luhrmann’s The Great Gatsby, Art Deco design is trending in a big way. Walk into your favorite home store and you'll discover the luxury and glamour of the Roaring Twenties in the form of  vibrant colors, exotic materials and striking geometric shapes. With a few... read more

Organization Tip of the Day: Create a Comfortable Space in Your Home

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Today is our final day of 100 days of organization -- and we're wrapping things up with a step-by-step on how to create a (tidy!) space in your home that's both comfortable and functiona1! Here's how to do it, in four easy steps: How to do it: Step 1: Determine your... read more

5 Real-Life New Home Disasters (You Won’t Believe #4!)

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Simply packing your belongings and moving to a new home can be so stressful. But sometimes it's the unexpected surprises that you encounter after you've made the big move--not the actual moving process and getting settled part--that cause the most drama. Check out these reader nightmares, and share your own! "When we tried... read more

Organization Tip of the Day: Create a System for Your Wall Art

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Creative wall art adds a personal touch to any room, but displaying it isn't easy. The best way to decorate your space is to display wall art in a way that's stylish, rather than messy. How to do it: Follow these four steps to arrange your wall art into a chic display. Expert... read more
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