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What if your sofa could scrub your feet too?

Posted on July 30, 2010

I like to multitask. If I could take a bath, watch international news, call my mom, answer emails and feed my babies all within an hour I’d jump at the chance. That’s why a sofa made from a recycled slipper tub is just my kinda thing. On my... 

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Make Your Own Mod Lights

Posted on June 14, 2010

On my show I made some cool lighting and people have been asking how I did it. Modern lighting can cost hundreds, but I cheated the system. The Huang Family and I made our own for a fraction of the cost. Here’s the Room Recipe for these hipster... 

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A Romantic ‘tude Works Magic on Your Mood

Posted on May 20, 2010

This season’s nod to inner-wear worn on the outside can work wonders on freeing your inner goddess. Bustiers and lace underpinnings walking the streets of NYC — paired with a chic trouser — have never looked hotter. The feeling and... 

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Wash Your Unmentionables… And Your Slipcovers

Posted on May 18, 2010

I found out the hard way that washing slipcovers (which can cost a fortune, BTW, especially if you buy them from Pottery Barn) takes a slight hand and a lot of courage. Much like washing your favorite $400 set of lingerie from La Perla. Here’s... 

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If the Fashion Fits, Sit On It

Posted on May 17, 2010

Repeated themes in fashion and interiors is not a new notion. What walks long legged on the runways of Paris often end up as inspiration for bedding, drapery, rugs and home accessories. What I like to wear is reflective of how I design my own NY pad.... 

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Splurge & Save: Early American Living Room

Posted on April 27, 2010

On my HGTV show Splurge & Save today I revamped a living room and gave it the Colonial twist that the Vaccarino family was craving, on a budget of $4000. Yikes! Here’s my Inspiration Board for this Room Recipe… Problems with the old... 

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Splurge & Save: Rustic Sunroom

Posted on April 14, 2010

On my show last week I redefined an unused sunroom by giving it a rustic flair. The Dews Family really wanted a log cabin style adult space where they could bird watch, have “card night” with their friends, and show off their collection of... 

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Splurge & Save: Modern Playspace

Posted on February 10, 2010

On today’s episode, with a budget of $4000 and not much furniture to start with, I had my work cut out for me. What it needed? Color, storage and seating. It was an empty space because Dianne had a habit of returning everything she buys, and they... 

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Splurge & Save: From BLAH to MOD

Posted on February 03, 2010

Yesterday on my show Splurge & Save I took a traditional living room space without a lot of pizazz and gave it a mod face lift. It was a great success! The homeowners seem to really love the design. Here’s the before and afters as well as the... 

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Etsy At Home and At It’s Best

Posted on October 19, 2009

Etsy Finds Decor: Nestled in Simplicity is a great site that showcases the best of Etsy for the home. I love it! It is easy to navigate and has such fab stuff! Art, bedding, pillows, planters, lighting and so much more. My favs of the day? Keep Calm... 

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