‘Your House in the Suburbs’ Archives
My Mod Podge Pink Desk
Refinished desk with Mod Podge and fabric. I recently discovered Mod Podge (decoupage) furniture. I now want to Mod Podge the entire world. Check out this old desk that I salvaged for my daughter's room. It was such a cool shape, I just had to do something with it. BEFORE: This was a crackle paint job gone bad. I had to strip the entire [...]
How to Baby Proof Your Apartment
As a new parent, you know how fast your baby grows. Just when you get used to your baby’s feeding schedule and diaper changes, you realize you need to accommodate his or her ever-changing routine. As your baby grows older, take some precautions to make your apartment safe and secure for crawlers and toddlers. Here is how you can baby-proof [...]
Tips for Adjusting to Time Change
March 14, 2010, marks the final move into the spring season with an official national time change. It may not seem like a big deal to forward your clock an hour, but there is no denying the effect that daylight saving time has on your daily schedule. So before you lose sleep or find yourself late for work, here are some tips for making a [...]
Storage Options for Small Places
Living in a small apartment can be tough for storing things, especially if you are used to living in a house with a garage, basement, attic or work shed. If you live in a small apartment or condo, here are some storage options that could make your life easier, more organized and clutter-free. Image: Editor B (Flickr) Use Vertical [...]
Things to Consider Before Moving In Together
So you’ve been dating a while and have decided it is time to take the big step and move in together. Before you start furniture shopping and getting comfortable in your love nest, you may want to consider some very important details of co-habitation. Image: Foxtongue (Flickr) Are you are ready to live together? When couples move in [...]
Budget-Friendly Wedding Trends for 2010
Expensive, lavish weddings may still be in vogue for a minority of the population who has dollars to burn, but for most budget-conscious couples, the cheap wedding trend continues to gain popularity. Not only are budget-friendly weddings practical for money-saving reasons, but homemade weddings are fashionable in a shabby-chic, creative kind of [...]