A little leftover red paint, and stray picnic tablecloth weight...who says the little things don't make a big impact when you are refreshing your porch design??Looking for a few 1-2 hour projects to tackle this weekend to create a...
The Saratoga House: Lighting a Fire with a Fireplace Makeover, Part II – When Your Design Plan Gives You Lemons…

...can even the most type A of us make lemonade??I'm in love with the results of our fireplace makeover...but it sure took a lot of compromise and rethinking to get there!...
Lighting a Fire with a Fireplace Makeover, Part I: The Good, the Bad, and the Unexpectedly Ugly

You know that phrase about your best-laid plans going awry? Here we begin one such tale...let's hope it has a happy ending!!...
Furniture 411: Four Ways to Turn Your So-So Pieces into Something Simply Fabulous

Have furniture most might think is a lost cause? Use your own sweat equity, a few choice materials, and reliable local resources to turn your eyesore into a room's main attraction!...
The Saratoga House: Going Old School…A Touch of Vintage Makes for a Classic Christmas Porch

Sometimes going a little more old than new during the holiday season is a perfect fit for your historical home......
The Saratoga House: A Little Centerpiece Show and Tell…How to Mix it Up on Your Table, No Matter What Holiday it is

Sure, the food and company are important, but...let's make it look pretty, too!...
The Saratoga House: MacGyver-Style Entertaining…How to Plan a Party for a Purpose in 10 Days!

What would ever persuade you to host a party in a week for over 100 guests? Good friends and a great cause...and here's how we did it!...
Treat yourself to a bedroom sitting area
Decorating a master bedroom with a sitting area can work to create a more relaxing bedroom. Include your favorite fabrics, colors and textures to add this welcomed comfort to your room. ...
The Saratoga House: Treats and Tricksters and Lots of Festive Fun…How to Celebrate with Your Little Goblins and Still Maintain Your Sanity!

Does hosting a kid's Halloween party scare the pants off of you? Here's a few tricks to turn your celebration into a spookily good time for everyone involved!...
The Saratoga House: A Little Lipstick on a Pig…A Shed Before and After Makeover

You have an old, not-so-attractive shed...your kids need a place to hang out...combine the two and everyone wins!...