Bookcase Organizing

Here is a fact; everybody has books in their home! Whether you are a passionate reader, a book collector or a person who rarely reads; what do you do with these books? Where do you put them? Surely, we’ve all asked ourselves these questions at some point and came up with this conclusion. A Bookcase is the most appropriate furniture to organize them. It can actually bring a new look to your home!

Are there any rules for bookcases? No need to organize your books on shelves as if you are in a library unless you are a neat freak. Bookcase shelves can be unstructured masterpieces of furniture where you can also arrange home accents.

Here are some suggestions to make your bookcase multifunctional and stylish at the same time: 

Be creative in your books arrangement!

Place some books horizontally and vertically on the shelves. Magazines and articles can also find some room on the shelves. You can also brighten your shelves by playing with the color of the books while placing them!

Don’t fall into the classic bookcase use…feel free to add home accents too! Now you can definitely display all of your little collectibles on the shelves. These items will give more perspective and depth to your bookcase; it will surely catch all your guests ‘eyes!

Open bookcase shelves can give a fresh and contemporary look to your room! Dare to innovate in choosing your bookcase.

In kids’ room, a bookshelf is a must-have for storage. Kids can arrange books and all their others unexpected items such as dolls, mega blocks or cars in baskets. It is also a great way for parents to teach them at a young age how to be organized, in hopes that they will apply it later on. As a short term solution, their room will stay tidy!

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BITE INTO FALL'S FAVORITE HARVEST FRUIT

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Be it the shiny apple Mom routinely packed in your lunch box or fond memories of your great aunt’s famous apple pie, fall’s favorite fruit is a slice of nostalgia.

Simply delicious, apples offer a golden opportunity for culinary magic. Can you believe there are more than 7,500 apple varieties worldwide? Talk about mass appeal. With their cornucopia of color—from ruby red and mellow yellow to lime green—apples tempt with various tastes and textures, from crisp and tart, to subtle and sweet.

Choose the Right Apple

Some apples are perfectly yummy right off the tree. Others hold up wonderfully in pies, crisps and baked goodies. A slice of advice from the experts:

Best for eating out of hand: Braeburn, Cameo, Cortland, Empire, Fuji, Gala, Golden Delicious, Honeycrisp, McIntosh.

Best for apple pies, crisps, etc: Braeburn, Golden Delicious, Granny Smith, Gravenstein, Jonathan, Honeycrisp, Pink Lady, Newtown Pippin, Winesap

Tip: Pies and crisps, especially, call for sweet-tart, firmer apples that hold their shape and flavor in the oven. To mellow a tarter apple (e.g., Granny Smiths), try more than one apple variety in your pie.

Best for caramel apples: Tart Granny Smith apples have become the standard since they counter sweet caramel. Some folks find them a little too sour. Try the same apples recommended for pies for your caramel apples.

Frown on Brown Apples

Yes it’s true, brushing on lemon juice does keep sliced apples from browning, as do other citrus fruits such as lime, orange and pineapple. To avoid any hint of citrus taste, soak apple slices in apple juice until ready to serve. Another option: Mix two tablespoons honey and one cup water. Soak apple slices in mixture for 30 seconds.

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DELICIOUS PUMPKIN BREAD RECIPE

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The long, hot summer days are coming to an end. As wonderful as it’s been to gorge on juicy fruits and sweet, luscious berries, it’s time to savor the flavors of fall. Fresh fall harvests are in full swing and pumpkin is one of the most popular autumnal ingredients. Turn the seasonal bounty into a slice of heaven with this quick pumpkin bread recipe.

One-Pan Pumpkin Bread

(Recipe from BettyCrocker.com)

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Bake Time: 45-55 minutes

Ingredients:

1/3 cup vegetable oil

1 cup canned pumpkin

3 eggs

2-1/3 cups Bisquick™ Original baking mix

1-1/4 cups sugar

2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

1/2 cup walnuts or pecans (or raisins, if you prefer)

Directions:

Heat oven to 350°F.

Generously grease bottom only of 9×5 loaf pan.

Stir all ingredients except nuts in pan with fork until moistened; beat vigorously for 1 minute. Stir in nuts.

Bake 45 to 55 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes.

Run knife or metal spatula around sides of loaf to loosen; remove from pan to wire rack. Cool completely before slicing.

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Activities For Labor Day

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We all like long weekends, but sometimes we don’t know what to do. Labor Day is a perfect day to take a break from any work, including housework and laundry! Take time to rest a little and spend some quality time with friends and family. Here are some ideas for a successful long weekend:

Play outside!
Is the sun shining and is the weather good? Take advantage of this perfect combination to organize a game of soccer or baseball with people you like to be with. If you are not sport buffs, just take time to sit in the backyard and talk about your favorite movie or anything that pleases you and your guests!

Make a brunch!
We all love to spend a little more time in bed on weekend mornings. Of course, the best thing after that is a good brunch with pancakes and chocolate milk!

Do nothing!
Sometimes, the only thing that we want to do during a long weekend is nothing! Just hanging there with a cup of coffee; observe nature in your backyard; or sitting by the window and leaf through a book or a magazine. Take a deep breath and relax…

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HOW TO MAKE A VINTAGE COUNTRY DINING ROOM STYLE

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There is nothing as homey as the look of a tablecloth on the table and the smell of something coming out of the oven. You can create that warm sense of nostalgia by introducing a few well-placed items around your home. And with a little help, that happy sunshiny feeling will greet you every time you walk in the door. 

Here's what to use so you can dine in vintage country style:

• Whitewashed or distressed furniture

• Vintage items with a new found purpose

• Old-fashioned doors; reused or reinvented as wall art, tabletops or room dividers

• Bushel baskets (or wire baskets) filled with magazines, mittens, mail or anything that needs a home

• Mason jars as glassware, silverware holders or candle jars

• Red and white checked gingham tablecloths, napkins or dishtowels

• White curtains at the window and white china on the table

• Rugs on the floor, any kind will do: painted cloth, rag, braided or jute (to name a few)

• And flowers everywhere: in vases, pitchers, bottles or jars

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Vintage Casual Home Decor

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Inspired by the old and comfortable looks of the past, this style is perfect for a soothing mood.

The vintage casual look is cozy, elegant, creative and casual chic. From coastal to cottage or country house, the secret is in the accents you add. You can also mix the looks together to personalize it even more. All you need to keep in mind is natural materials and colors if you want to respect the soul of this style. Here are some inspiring ideas:

Accessories

Bedroom

Living Room

Dining Room

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HOW TO MIX AND MATCH PATTERNS IN THE DINING ROOM

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Mix It Up

We’ve all seen children who have dressed themselves in a jumble of colors and patterns. Cute as it is on a kid, the look doesn’t work for adults—and it certainly doesn’t work in home decor. But that’s not to say you can’t embrace the trend of mixing patterns in your home.

More than any other room, the dining room provides endless possibilities for pattern mixing. Just think of all the opportunities when selecting table linens, let alone the upholstery on your dining room chairs, the area rug and even the drapes. 

Not sure where to start? We have eight easy ways to mix and match patterns—without looking like a toddler decorated the room. To create a cohesive look, be sure to choose:

8 Tips to Mix Patterns in the Dining Room

1- Like colors. A Swiss dot tablecloth and striped placemats pair beautifully when they’re in the same color family.

2- Patterns of different scales. If your area rug has an oversize paisley pattern, steer clear of drapes with thick stripes. Instead, pair a more delicate pattern with a large-scale print.

3- A solid, too. Even in the same shades, some patterns can seem overwhelming together. But throw a solid color into the mix and the look magically comes together.

4- A pattern that can be treated like a solid. If you’re too timid to combine bold patterns, select a small-scale print that looks like a solid from a distance.

5- The same pattern in different colors. Crazy about chevron? Mad for plaid? Pick pieces with your favorite pattern, but in complementary colors.

6- Similar themes. Go wild and combine cheetah print with zebra stripes, or sail into style with nautical stripes paired with an anchor print.

7- Entirely different patterns. Who says chevron and houndstooth can’t go together? Sometimes creating tension with two totally different patterns creates a beautifully bold look.

8- What you love, rules be darned! It’s your home. Make it a reflection of you and fill it with pieces that make you happy.

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Add Candles Around The Pool!

by Home Style Furniture

When summer is around the corner, hot weather is not far behind! And who says hot weather, says… pool time! There is nothing like swimming in fresh water when the sun honors us with its presence, but there is another moment when it’s nice to swim quietly; at midnight!

When the kids are asleep and the neighborhood is quiet, go to the backyard and take time for yourself or as a couple. A good way to create a silent and soft ambiance is to put some candles all around the pool to accompany the moonlight.

White wood and rattan cords are good materials for a soothing mood. You can also add some lanterns on the patio to light the way to the pool.

For more security, to avoid all the little fires around the backyard, you can use tea lights that are battery operated instead of real fire.

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Tips To Make Your Home Your Dream Home

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QUICK FIXES MAKE THE DREAM HOME

Close your eyes and set aside all worries for a minute or two. What could make your home your dream home? Sometimes all it takes is changing or adding one element.

YOUR DREAM IS WITHIN REACH

Did you envision a luxurious home theater? Entertainment centers can turn any wall into a main focal point. Take what you pictured and apply your style. For example, if your dream was of a modern home, find a contemporary styled entertainment center. If you pictured a cozy cabin or beach house setting, explore rustic or vintage style. If you envisioned a relaxed, yet elegant home, look for traditional or classic styles. Some entertainment centers include remote-controlled electric fireplaces―ideal if you love the ambiance of a fire without all the work. Beautiful lighted display cabinets or bookcases can be added―perfect for showing off your favorite keepsakes!

ACCENTUATE THE POSITIVE

If a new entertainment center is not in the cards, tap your dreams and find other focal points. For example, it could be that your home has a fireplace mantle or a picture window that just needs to be dressed up. Place furniture and decorative accessories around these areas to anchor the room. If the room has no main focal point, here’s your chance for creativity. Find a conversation piece like a huge work of art, giant aquarium, hanging fireplace, skylight, bookcase or perhaps a beautiful curio cabinet and make one of these the focal point of your home. Another option is to paint one of the walls your favorite color. Then embellish it with paintings or decorative wall art of places you dream of going or favorite places you’ve been.

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Urban Style: San Francisco

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One thing is true about the City by the Bay, living in this town means dealing with blankets of fog, salty air and traffic, traffic, traffic. Wouldn’t it be nice to create a rustic retreat from the sights and sounds of the City? Try adding a warmer layer to your abode by introducing rustic furniture pieces that reflect the San Franciscan vibe. 

For example: gate leg table (Golden Gate Bridge), a sparkly pendant (city lights), muted hues (sea mist) or wood with a milky glaze (weathered boards). Distressed elements in rustic furniture add an eclectic look in the bedroom—an instantly-curated feel with an out-to-sea aesthetic.

Here are some ideas for a San Francisco inspired decor:

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