Now that you’ve settled into the dorm are your walls looking a little bare? In any small living space it can be a challenge to find a wall covering solution that is proportional to the size of the room and conforms university restrictions. We have several ideas that will help you cover up that bad paint job and surround yourself with things you love. Don’t forget to keep your eyes out for our Dream Dorm Question of the week! Leave an answer in the comments and you’ll be entered to win one of our Dream Dorm Prize Packs! Arrange a Gallery Wall image via mattersofstyleblog.com A gallery wall will make a sophisticated statement when frames in gold and black are…

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It’s time for another week’s worth of Pinterest gems. This time we decided to zero in on home organization tips and tricks. The pinboards are abounding with ideas for increasing efficiency at home without being an eyesore. Because, when you get down to it, we’re a lot more motivated to take on an organization project if it’s cute as well as functional. 1.  Methodical Measuring- Say, “No More!” to looking up conversions every time you cook. Including a measurement conversion chart on a cabinet door is genius. It’s a great way to utilize this space and with the labeled hooks for measuring cups and spoons you’ll never have to rifle through a drawer to find the one you need. Click on…

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Welcome to another ‘Window FAQ’, with answers provided by our fabulous Customer Service Team at Blinds.com. If you have a window covering question you’d like us to address, leave a comment below! How can I remove the space between my Vertical Blind slats? The main purpose of vertical blinds is to block out unwanted light. But if slats won’t lie flat against one another, beams of light can shine in through gaps and drive a person crazy! Vertical Blinds Fix #1: Dryer Sheets! Because some vertical blinds are made of PVC, they attract static electricity. This causes the slats to push away from one another, and creates a gap for light to come through. The good news is that there’s an…

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“A room without accessories reminds me of a woman who got dressed and forgot to put on her jewelry.” – Heather Clawson from Habitually Chic Image via pinterest It truly is all in the details when it comes to completing the look of your home. Small touches can make a world of difference in pulling a space together. The little design elements that represent your personality will set your home apart in the minds of those who come into your home.  A surprising way to add a pop of color to your kitchen is by painting the inside of a cabinet in your favorite hue. Image via pinterest Painted furniture is a chic way to add color to a room….

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I love finding great roundups on Pinterest. That way, when I start a design project, someone else has done all the hunting and gathering for me and I can draw inspiration from one or all of the things they’ve collected. I found two really cool roundups for today that will have you itching to redesign your living room this weekend. 1. This roundup from The Lennox is great because it not only tells you how to decorate a bookcase, but it features beautiful photos of bookshelves styled by leading designers. (Including Emily Henderson who we featured last week!) This bookcase design roundup from yummymummyclub is helpful too. Tip: Stacking books horizontally leaves room for pretty items to peek out behind….

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As we continue our Sizzlin’ Summer series with Bounce Energy, this week we’ve collected a few tips and tricks for the ultimate eco summer kitchen. During the dog days of summer, nothing helps you cool off and stay hydrated better than fruits and veggies packed with H2O.  Apples, apricots, beets, bell peppers, cherries, blackberries, and cantaloupe are just a few of the farm stand finds that are at their peak in late summer across the country. A great way to make your time in the kitchen a little more green is to shop local. Exorbitant amounts of fuel are used to ship produce across the country, so it’s a huge help to the environment and a great way to support local farmers if you…

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If you’re giving your home a complete overhaul or continually tweaking your interior design like me, I hope you find some inspiration from a few of my favorite things on Pinterest: Prudent Baby- Behind the name are two fabulous bloggers, Jacinda and Jaime, who share tons of easy home sewing tutorials in the most whimsical fabrics. Follow their fabric and sewing tutorials boards to see how these prints could liven up your home. Also, check out Jaime’s video about creating a custom frame wall. It’d be perfect for a kid’s bedroom, craft space, or living room. Jenny Steffens Hobick- She is a former event planner who lives in the cutest town I’ve ever been to – Concord, Massachusetts. I was crushed to find…

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Welcome to another ‘Window FAQ’ post from Mindy, a fabulous Customer Service Representative here at Blinds.com.   How do I fix a broken blind or cell shade cord? Broken cords on your window treatments can happen – an overly vigorous window shade opening, a less than helpful family pet looking for a unique snack… life happens! Whatever the case may be, you don’t always have to replace the entire window covering just because your cord is broken. If the cord is the only part that needs to be replaced, check out www.fixmyblinds.com and look for their EZ-Restring Kits that ship directly to your home.  The kit will come complete with detailed instructions, so you’ll be enjoying your window treatments again in no time flat….

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As a Customer Service Representative here at Blinds.com, I love answering all the various questions that come my way – especially when the answers turn out to be surprisingly easy! Here’s one of the most frequently asked questions I get about window covering care: How do I clean my honeycomb cell shades? Depending on the spill or stain, cleaning your cellular shades can be a fast and easy task! Steps to follow to spot clean your cell window shades: Grab a plain white wash cloth to clean with – colors on the towel might bleed onto the shade Dampen the towel with warm water Sprinkle a gentle detergent (same used on clothes is fine) on the towel – no colored…

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Updating your home décor with the seasons is a great way to change the look and feel in your home on a budget with an extra accent piece or two – and often without even spending a dime! Getting your home ready for summer is all about re-purposing furniture, re-arranging your favorite accent pieces and adding a little season-appropriate color to make it extra special.  Here are a couple of ideas to get you going: Make the outdoors livable! Make your porch, patio or yard an enticing place to relax and host friends.  Whether it’s the kids swimming in the pool, a grill party or inviting a neighborhood pal for a mojito Get cozy outdoor seating!  Cover your living room floor pillows…

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