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Gourmet 100 Pound Carrot Cake

Gourmet 100 Pound Carrot CakeWe love this version of the 100 pound carrot cake.  Don’t let National Carrot Cake {February 3rd} day pass you by without a slice.  This is a cake that is perfect for company or whenever you have some extra time and want a sweet treat!  This carrot cake is sure to make you better-than-Betty-Crocker. {wink}

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“Nesting” French Country Style
(8 votes, average 3.38 out of 5)
Written by Shiloah Baker   

“Nesting” French Country StyleThere is something about the imperfect transformed into perfection.  To me its art in perfect form and the French Country styled home is so forgiving.   Being one who has never fussed over perfectly straight lines or furniture with “character” { imperfections/scratches/dings/bumps } so it seems only natural for me to gravitate to this look.

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Decorating For Fall - Southeastern United States
Written by Kristy Powers   
Harvest TableIt is now officially fall according to the United States government. Today in the southeastern part of the country, it sure doesn’t feel like fall!
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Repurposing Projects Made Easy
Written by Shiloah Baker   

It is fulfilling to the soul to create something new and beautiful out of an old or ordinary object. This is one of the reasons I love to “repurpose” old things. We do a lot of repurposing projects in our home from old shutters...

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A Hot New Trend in Interior Decorating: Wall Words
Written by Emma Barrus   

Wall WordsSince about 1996, stenciling words onto your walls has been a growing trend in interior design, however, stenciling has traditionally been reserved for upscale homes due to the cost and...

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Who Can Resist The Warm Glow of Candlelight?
(1 vote, average 3.00 out of 5)
Written by Kaye Adkins   

Warm glow of candlelightCandles can create a sense of warmth, drama, or romance depending on how you choose to use them.  Your options for decorating with candles are limited only by your imagination...

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Where to Store When You Don't Have Space
Written by Shiloah Baker   

Where to store when you do not have much spaceHere are some clever ideas to store food around your house:

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Colonial Decorating
Written by Melysah Bunting   

Colonial DecoratingColonial refers to the 1600s to the 1800s. This is the time America was first being settled, and ideas on how to create a unique style were being developed...

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Decorating With Storage
Written by Shiloah Baker   
Food storage decorating

This article also includes food storage.  First some good quotes to think about and to help you when you start inventing some new ideas with your home.

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20 Ways To Create a Country Primitive Atmosphere
Written by Robin Glatfelter   

20 ways to create a country primitive1. Americana country décor hang a wooden Americana star over your fireplace or a bench....

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Adding A Touch of French Decor to your Home
(7 votes, average 3.71 out of 5)
Written by Amanda Nelson   
Adding A Touch of French Decor to your HomeAmazing wine. Beautiful sculptures. Spending Sundays browsing through chic markets while you wear linen scarves; who doesn't like all things French? It brings out the young girl in all of us to think of the country known for it's romance, brooding architecture and decadent food. A love of colors and a fondness for simple...
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DIY Kid's Chalkboard Table with Benches
(3 votes, average 5.00 out of 5)
Written by Shiloah Baker   

DIY Kid's Chalkboard Table with BenchesLittle people matter too, right? Being a mom of eight, I am always on the look out for projects that are fun for the kids but are practical as well. Here is a DIY chalkboard table for kids + how to make mini-benches. Enjoy!

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Nature vs. Nurture: Could Your Design Style Affect Your Child's Character?
(1 vote, average 4.00 out of 5)
Written by Jessica Phan   

Nature vs. NurtureLike Pinocchio's Jiminy Cricket, the conscience that sits on our shoulder (or in the back of our mind) needs to be cultivated and encouraged. When children learn to ignore the 'cricket,' they're more likely to disobey their parents, steal, and otherwise get into trouble.

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Magnetic Wall
(2 votes, average 4.50 out of 5)
Written by Shiloah Baker   

Magnetic wallMy mission as a mom is to create an environment in my home for love and learning.  I’m always on the lookout for new ways to encourage learning through play.  Life is ever changing and as it changes, so must we.  Revamping the family schedule and sometimes reorganizing the home are some of the first things I think of when life situations change...

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Galley Book Shelves Made of Rain Gutters
(2 votes, average 4.00 out of 5)
Written by Shiloah Baker   

Galley Book Shelves Made of Rain GuttersChildren learn through their senses: smell, touch, taste, see, and hear.  When it comes to books, children love the bright colors, smelling them, looking them over and over again, many times tasting...

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Revamping a Bedroom with Style and Sophistication in Nine Easy Steps
(2 votes, average 4.50 out of 5)
Written by Alan Riley   

Bedroom DecoratingAdding style and sophistication to your old tired bedroom is easily achieved in nine easy steps. The best part is it will not break your pocket book.

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