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Colorful and fun living room, how to place furniture in a rectangular couch

7 ways to be more organized…for the disorganized

Craft station with a chalkboard sign reading "Here's to a Creatively Organized 2016," a turquoise cart holding art supplies, and decorative garland draped over a chair—perfect organization ideas for creative minds in 2016.

Creative organization ideas 2016

A vintage wooden Santa Claus decoration evokes nostalgia, surrounded by various holiday items, reminding us of the joy in believing in Santa.

Your kids and believing in Santa…what they never tell you

Fun and festive DIY upcycled trophy to Ugly Christmas sweater trophy

DIY ugly Christmas sweater trophy

how to make paper bell garland with printables

Fun Printable Paper Bell Christmas Garland with Tassels

Recycled paper fringe trees

Recycled paper fringe trees

Cover of "The Crossroads of Should and Must" by Elle Luna, a perfect gift for creative people, featuring colorful text on a painted background with a small diagram labeled "should" and "must.

Holiday gifts for creative people

Rolled paper scrolls and book page beads nestled among green pine branches.

Book page bead garland

Explore the festive allure of the holiday house walk 2015 with Christmas-themed decor, featuring a wreath, decorative stars woven with greenery, botanical arrangements boasting pinecones and pomegranates, and a heavily adorned Christmas tree that captures the spirit of day 5.

Holiday house walk 2015 day 5!!

Festive holiday home decor from Holiday House Walk 2015 Day 4 includes lush greenery, a charming sign reading "fresh cut Christmas," and a cozy "Hot Cocoa" banner.

Holiday house walk 2015 day 4!!

A collage of festive holiday decor featuring a Christmas tree, a dining setup with mugs, and outdoor seating with winter accents. Text overlays read "Holiday House Walk 2015" and "Day 2," capturing the essence of seasonal elegance.

Holiday house walk 2015 day 2!!

Jennifer Rizzo's 2015 holiday house walk day 1

Holiday House walk 2015 Day 1!

Wood island in a white kitchen

Converted horse barn to amazing home from the book Creatively Christmas

Four Christmas-themed items: two Christmas pillows adorned with "hello Christmas" and a poinsettia design, a bag labeled "K. Kringle Reindeer Feed," and a card wishing that "may your days be merry and bright.

Christmas pillows and holiday mugs are here!

A Christmas tree decorating idea features exquisite white and gold ornaments, pine cones, and snow-like embellishments for a stunning holiday display.

A natural gold,galvanized and white Christmas tree decorating idea

Text on image: "Book marketing for authors: Effective strategies for new and established writers." Background shows blurred book spines.

Book Marketing for Authors

A selection of appetizers perfect for fall party ideas: a plate of crackers, a layered dip with red and green pesto, a bowl of roasted vegetable mix, skewered meat sticks, all arranged on a burlap cloth with a jar of flowers in the background.

Easy Fall Party Ideas

Set for a delightful gathering on a grassy lawn, the outdoor table boasts a white tablecloth, elegant floral centerpieces, and flickering candles. Sturdy wooden chairs encircle this charming setup, evoking the creativity and style that echoes the inspiration of the Michaels Maker Summit.

Michaels Makers Summit 2015

Cute DIY stenciled books

DIY Stenciled books

Colorful text reads, "15 ideas and activities for a funner (or just more fun) summertime" with floral and bee illustrations, perfect for inspiring kid activities.

super fun summertime kid activities and ideas…..!

Paint covered hands Take on a new hobby with blogger burn out

This Easter weekend…When waiting is the hardest part

Finally! An easy solution for camouflaging those unsightly basement support posts on a beige background.

Finally! An easy solution for camouflaging those ugly basement support posts!

Charming kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, bar stools, decorative wall shelves, a "Boulangerie Patisserie" sign, and chalkboard with "Love" written on it.

5 must read lifestyle blogs for Monday

How to make a vintage button craft ball

How to make a vintage button craft ball

Your opinion counts! A blog survey

A woman is presenting in front of a screen that reads "Why your small business and shop need social media," adorned with social media icons, offering essential social media tips for small retail businesses.

Social Media Tips for Small Retail Business

Three white mugs with letters spelling "JOY" filled with hot chocolate and whipped cream, garnished with peppermint sticks. A chocolate-covered treat topped with crushed candy canes is shown in the foreground, perfect for a segment on the WGN Midday Fix.

My TV Segment On WGN Midday Fix Channel 9

Person wearing glasses and a yellow beanie, sitting in front of a microphone in a recording studio for a Christmas radio interview.

My Fun Christmas Interview On The Radio!

A festive room features a decorated table and faux fur chairs, perfect for a holiday house walk. The Christmas wreath, presents, and silver tree add charm. A garland with a partial "CHRISTMAS" banner gracefully hangs on the chalkboard wall.

2014 Holiday House Walk Day 5!!!!

Rustic Christmas decor welcomes you with a wooden tree and a sign reading "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" on a blue door, perfect for the holiday house walk. A small plant sits gracefully on the table below, complemented by birch branches nearby.

2014 Holiday House walk day 3!