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101 Real Decorating FAQs Answered When you have a home decorating question, do you wish you had a team to consult Now, you do! Home decor experts Melissa Michaels (The Inspired Room) and KariAnne Wood (Thistlewood Farms) answer 101 actual queries from readers like you. As Melissa and KariAnne help solve these everyday decorating dilemmas, you'll learn more about ... Getting Started What to do first, how to update your entire house, and decorate on a budget. Style and Trends How to find your personal decorating style, choose a timeless look, and make your home both kid and style friendly. The Major Elements Get foundational guidelines for flooring, wall dcor, lighting, and more. Furniture and Space Planning How to place furniture properly, maximize open floor space, and redo rooms on a tight budget. Color, Paint, and Patterns Choose correct colors, learn paint basics, and express your creativity while avoiding clash. Organization Tame your junk drawer, declutter kitchen appliances, and manage the mess in a multipurpose room. Accessories and Styling Accessorize with confidence, showcase your favorite pieces, and own your style even while renting. If you're unsure about any area of decorating, chances are the answers are inside this book. Melissa and KariAnne can help!



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Melissa Michaels

Melissa Michaels is the New York Times Best Selling author of Love the Home You Have, The Inspired Room, Make Room for What You Love, The Inspired Room Coloring Book, Simple Decorating, Simple Gatherings, Simple Organizing, Dwelling, Dwelling Well, and But Where Do I Put the Couch.She is the creator of The Inspired Room (theinspiredroom.net) , one of the top decorating blogs on the web for over eleven years. The Inspired Room reaches over 600,000 readers each month and was twice voted Better Homes and Gardens Readers' Favorite Decorating blog. Melissa (along with her home and The Inspired Room) has been featured in top publications and magazines online and in print. Through The Inspired Room blog and best-selling books, Melissa offers a refreshing perspective on finding contentment in creating an authentically beautiful home, right where you are. She lives with her husband and family in Seattle, Washington.



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