Writing

The Details Are In The Calendar

Like many authors, writing a novel was always an aspiration. When I finally started the process, in Shades of Darkness, Shades of Grace I had a great story that had evolved from real-life events. Still, the majority of my experience was writing nonfiction, a style that generally called for straight facts with less emphasis on descriptive elements. Exceptional fiction requires…

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Interior Design

A Wealth Of Window Design Solutions

The style, shape and function of a home’s windows can underscore a home’s elegance, coziness or cutting-edge style. The following are some of today’s most exciting formats and treatments: Adding Elegance Palladian or arched windows are graceful and elegant, but hard to cover. Fortunately, Hunter Douglas offers a variety of styles to cover unusually shaped windows. For instance, Duette What’s…

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Interior Design

Roller Shades Are A Staple In Window Treatment

Windows have been around for many years. Homes going back as far as 4000 years ago had spaces in the walls where occupants could see to the outside, as well as to get fresh air. If you doubt this, imagine the alternative, which is a stone structure with no ventilation. Occupants would also be vulnerable to attack, and perhaps even…

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Interior Design

Bring A World Of Color With Blinds

As life’s color pallet becomes larger and larger, consumers can say good-bye to bland rooms. The availability of thousand of colors and new acceptable color combinations can enhance any room in the home without the need to spend thousand of dollars in new furnishings and accessories. Now we can use those items that once were thought outdated by the integration…

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Fashion

What To Look For When Choosing Discount Sun Glasses

The right pair of sunglasses can add that touch of style, that hint of mystique and make a statement that you have truly arrived. But is that all a pair of sunglasses does, make you look chic? Your Eye ware does much more than that; they go a long way more than making just a fashion statement; they protect your…

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Interior Design

What Makes Hunter Douglas Blinds So Special

Hunter Douglas blinds are one of the most popular brand names of window blinds on the market. This is because the Hunter Douglas name is synonymous with high quality and standards in the manufacture of blinds and shades for every kind of window. Along with a wide choice of colors, Hunter Douglas blinds come in an amazing array of styles…

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Home Improvement

Tips For Choosing Window Blinds

In many homes and most offices, blinds are commonly used to give shade and privacy to the place. Unlike curtains, the amount of light that can be let in can be controlled if you have installed blinds on your windows. Many people feel that the problem with having blinds is the installation. It may be true. But these people neglect…

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Interior Design

Treat Yourself And Your Windows

There are many styles of curtains, shades, valances and other window treatments that you can use to dress your windows. Dressed windows add to the charm of your house and make it look gorgeous. The key is to keep things in balance rather than overpower the space with too many contrasting colors. Window treatments can cost a mint these days,…

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Home Improvement

What To Look For When Purchasing Window Blinds

In addition to providing much needed privacy, window blinds can also complete the design plan of the room. Especially in small spaces where privacy may be a concern, blinds may likely be the best way to keep your private life private. Especially in areas like bedrooms and bathrooms, window blinds can be an inexpensive look that can drastically change your…

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