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Dream closets, everyone wants one...including me. What inspires me most when I'm trying to design my own closet are celebrity closets.   They are unique, classy and take closets to the next level with one-of-a-kind designs. A celeb closet usually has certain elements  that make them successful such as: pull down rods or pull out shelves, mirrors, paintings, personal photos, an oversized chair, storage inserts and of course, great lighting! Take a look at these celebrity closets below:                                              Eva Longhoria                                      Khole Kardashian' s Fitness  Closet                                     ...

If you have a functional but outdated piece of furniture such as a night table or desk that you don't want to throw out consider revamping it with paint and fabric. Sometimes we tend to overlook certain vintage furnishings because they are no longer aesthetically pleasing and store them in the garage or guest room. That outdated piece of furniture can be brought back to life with the right paint color and decorative fabric. Below is a step-by-step guide to transform an outdated console table, desk or cabinet: Supplies: sandpaper, primer, paint, fabric, scissors, paintbrush, white glue, white paper, cardboard, razor knife, acrylic medium. Step 1: Sand the desired furniture, apply primer and sand again. Then apply paint color and let it dry. Sand and paint one more time. Cut the fabric (with scissors) along the outline of the design and brush a coat of white glue onto the reverse side of cut fabric. Step 2: Place the cut fabric onto the white paper (glue side down) an...

                                           Easy Chicken Lettuce Wrap                                   Source:  Google Here's what you'll need: 6 large leaves of Romaine or iceberg lettuce 1 1/2 lbs. ground chicken 1 red bell pepper 2 carrots shredded 2 tablespoons Teriyaki sauce 1/2 cup soy sauce 3 tablespoons hot water 1 tb. grated fresh ginger 1 tsp. toasted sesame oil 1 tb. green onion 1/2 cup peanut butter Directions: Cook and stir ground chicken in a large skillet until the meat is crumbly and no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Drain. Stir red bell pepper into chicken; cook and stir until pepper is slightly softened, approx. 5 more minutes. Whisk Teriyaki sauce, 1/2 cup soy sauce, ginger, and sesame oil in a bowl; pour over chicken mixture. Cook and s...

A Florida room, or sunroom, is a defined room in a home whose structure is comprised of multiple windows frames.  These window frames bring in a great deal of natural light making it an ideal place to read or relax. My favorite style of Florida room has a coastal theme because whenever I think of Florida homes , the relaxing beach lifestyle comes to mind. How To Style A Coastal Inspired Florida Room: Use bench seats for added storage Add pops of color with nautical pillows  and throws Include a comfy sofa and coffee table Create an entertainment  zone Focus on the view, i.e furniture placement Include coastal accents such as driftwood, art, and baskets Incorporate lamps, area rugs and flowing drapery Lighting is a must, e.g chandeliers, candles, or lamps See below  for  examples:                                               ...

                                                               Source:  Google This tender dark leafy vegetable contains an abundance of vitamins and minerals including vitamin K, iron, magnesium, fiber and phosphorous. Adding spinach to your diet aids in lowering blood pressure, cancer prevention and bone health. Vegan Spinach Quiche Ingredients: Filling: 1 lb. fresh spinach, washed and shredded 2 tbsp. vegetable oil 1 large onion, chopped 4 oz. mushrooms, sliced 12 oz. tofu, pressed to remove excess water 1/2 tbsp. dried dill Fresh parsley Salt and pepper 2 tbsp. sunflower seeds Vegan Pastry: 8 oz. whole meal flour Pinch of salt 4 oz. cold vegan margarine Instructions: Pre-heat oven to 375F. To make the vegan pasty, sift together flour and salt. Use finger tips to rub in the margar...

Feng shui in English means wind-water. The practice of feng shui is a Chinese system whereby the laws of both heaven and earth are used to create and improve positive energy. This flow of positive energy is called Chi. If your home is surrounded by positive energy it produces harmony, good health and wealth. You can achieve this Chi effect by simply arranging and positioning your surroundings to increase the flow of Chi. Below are some feng shui tips: Brighten  the  foyer  of  your  home.  A dark foyer will prevent the good Chi from entering. Select light paint colors and window treatments. Open windows and doors to let in sunshine and fresh air so that positive energy can flow. Create a home office at the front of the house as energy flows from the front door and spreads upwards. Get rid of clutter so good energy can flow freely. Keep furniture from blocking windows or doorways. Place your headboard approx. seven to nine inches away from the wa...

One of the most important aspects of hosting guests is providing them with a tranquil, cozy and comfortable guest room. Even if your guests are only staying a short while, providing a restful oasis is essential for their well being and to ensure that they have a memorable experience. A guest room should be inviting and convey a feeling of ease with a dash of luxury. If you are planning on hosting this summer and your guest room is in need of a little updating check out these tips below: Add fresh flowers - they add a pop of color to your decor. Provide your guests with an alarm clock, reading lamp and a night light. Place books and magazines on a bedside table or in baskets. Put pretty stationery and pens/pencils on a tray. Use only pure cotton bedding  and iron out wrinkles if needed. Stock up on a variety of pillows ( soft, medium, firm and non-allergenic). Use quality hangers and not wire hangers - your guests will appreciate this. Buy a  room fragrance in a n...