From the category archives:

Bathrooms

Creative Uses for a Faux Mantle

by Susan Jensen Smith on October 27, 2009

I have a project in my mind that I’ve not had the opportunity to do just yet.  If ever we finish the basement, my vision is to create a faux fireplace focal point and avoid the “box with cheap carpeting” look.  But it’s got to be fun and kid-friendly.
My original idea was inspired by this [...]

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HG Openhouse Post: Kids Bathrooms

by Susan Jensen Smith on March 25, 2009

Happy Wednesday! 
I just blogged at HomeGoods Openhouse today about Kids Bathrooms.
Yes, they can be fun yet messy!  But there are some clever ways to use organizational shortcuts that also add to the decor of the room.
Check it out!
~Susan

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White Hot!

by Susan Jensen Smith on February 26, 2009

Is white becoming the new black? I’m seeing it everywhere, and I love it! 
White plays great with classic black, and can nudge a traditional room a bit more transitional. Once associated with stark apartment walls, white is taking center stage! 
Crisp white cabinets and bead board really makes the beautiful black granite pop.  Just a very [...]

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Does your bathroom have a sense of humor?

by Susan Jensen Smith on February 23, 2009

My home is not staged to sell (obviously), so I have little bits of whimsy here or there to give it some personality. Partly because I have kids, but (admittedly) to amuse myself as well. Let’s face it, decorating is fun and we shouldn’t take ourselves or our homes too seriously!
Here are a  couple ways [...]

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Surviving Staged Bathrooms

by Susan Jensen Smith on February 3, 2009

I have a thing for bathrooms.  As a home stager, I especially LOVE staging them.  But as a homeowner, it’s not always very practical to live with a staged bathroom.  What is eye candy for the buyer is often inconvenient for the seller. 
So I’m going to help you out today with some tips for staged-bathroom [...]

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Groundhog Day Decorating Ideas (for real?)

by Susan Jensen Smith on January 29, 2009

Monday is Groundhog Day.  If you believe in the little guy, we could see up to 6 more weeks of winter.  Although here in New England we’re looking at more like 2 months whether he sees his shadow or not. 
Anyway, it got me thinking about seasonal décor.  Yes, we did the whole holiday decorating thing in [...]

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I’m Hooked!

by Susan Jensen Smith on January 12, 2009

Maybe I’m lazy, but I have this thing for hooks!  They’re so easy to use! I like to use them in mudrooms, kitchen, bathrooms, kid’s rooms, laundry room and more!
They can be both decorative and functional.  Single wall hooks just about anywhere.  They’re great for stashing a spare set of keys, holding a hair dryer, [...]

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