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Decorating Shortcuts Debra Wittrup, Editor

For info call customer service - 800-284-5668. There are ideas for window treatments as well as walls.

Copies can be purchased in the online store: amglifestylestore.com
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Digital issues available on Zinio. No matter what your budget, you want a practical home that’s as original as your taste and the satisfaction of creating a comfortable, stylish environment without spending a small fortune. Decorating Shortcuts shows you how to use

the 4 R's of decorating: repurposing, reupholstering, refinishing, relocating; explains how to give old furniture a new lease on life; and illustrates how to bring charm to a room with fabrics and paint. There are projects for creating furnishings and accessories and suggestions for pulling together mismatched items into cohesive schemes. Whether you're giving your home a new look or creating your first home on a budget, Decorating Shortcuts is filled with irresistible ideas you'll want to try. For more info about the magazine call customer service - 800-284-5668. Copies can be purchased in the online store: amglifestylestore.com
Single issues are here: http://amglifestylestore.com/s-2-Single-Issues.aspx
Digital issues are now available on Zinio. Back issues older than 2016 are not available from the publisher. They can sometimes be found for sale on sites such as eBay.

09/02/2018
Easy DIY Ideas: Decorate With Your Photos • Caruth Studio

Just in time for the weekend!

Are digital images of special people and once-in-a-lifetime events distant memories in your Instagram account or cloud storage? How thick is the dust on top of your shoeboxes stuffed full of 4x6 prints? If you can relate, it’s time to bring those fabulous photos out into the light where you can en...

06/02/2018
Easy DIY Ideas: Making Photo Displays • Caruth Studio

More photo project ideas for your perusal!

Get ready to craft a fresh image and personal style for your decor using your cache of photographic memories, and have some fun doing it. The great news is you don’t need a lot of time or artistic talent to create these cool, stylish displays. Each idea is super quick and simple—not to mention e...

02/02/2018
Easy DIY Ideas: Quick and Clever Photo Projects • Caruth Studio

Don't miss our series of easy photo projects that get your favorite snaps off your camera and on display.

Give your rooms clever, personal focus with these snappy photo projects you can make in a flash! Switch out photos and update your display on a whim with our clever wood plaque project frame an oversize print of your photo for a dramatic artwork you can make in an afternoon.

08/08/2017
Building a Garden Shed: Inside the She Shed • Caruth Studio

Take a peek inside our new shed. Ready for potting up plants or kicking back with a good book.

At 12 feet square, our DIY she shed is big enough to host several hobbies. We outfitted it to accommodate two favorite pastimes: reading and gardening.

04/08/2017
Building a Garden Shed: The Final Touches • Caruth Studio

Take a look at the whole picture today on the blog! What a great crew and thanks to Lowe's Home Improvementt and Olympic Paints and Stains!

The results are in! In partnership with Lowe’s Home Improvement Stores, we turned this lackluster backyard corner into a destination shed, patio, and garden.   Narvas shows Hannah...

03/08/2017

The guys are putting in the salvaged and vintage windows and the handmade barn door in our Lowe's Home Improvement shed. But, of course, they have to discuss it first. See more of the process on the blog: www.caruth-studio.co

02/08/2017

It's a family affair. Narvas, Hannah and Andrew work together to get the shed roof shingled and the gable vents installed.

01/08/2017

The roof trusses were the toughest part of the Lowe's Home Improvement shed for novice builders like us. But we found an easy technique to get it done right. See how on the blog: caruth-studio.co

26/07/2017

The floor for our Lowe's Home Improvement shed is finished and the walls are under construction. Hannah takes a break from building and mixes some compost into the new border. See more on the blog: caruth-studio.co

26/07/2017

The shed begins to take shape. Well, the floor anyway...Check out our progress on the blog: caruth-studio.co

21/07/2017

Nothing to see here, right? So we worked with Lowe's Home Improvement to turn this featureless landscape into a backyard destination complete with shed, patio, pergola, and planted border. Follow our progress on the blog starting today. www.caruth-studio.co

19/07/2017

The new issue is on newsstands now. It's loaded with easy and affordable projects and ideas.

08/01/2017
Easy DIY Ideas: Color of the Year Room Refresh • Caruth Studio

Looking for some inspiration for a room refresh? Check out these ideas in Pantone's color of the year.

In my home, every January after the holiday decorations come down, the rooms look a little flat and barren. This year, I’m injecting a fresh vibe with a...

14/10/2016
Bargain DIYs and Sneak Peek - Flea Market Map • Caruth Studio

If you enjoy flea markets, check out our cool new map of sales around the country.

As winter approaches,  you will need to keep your hands busy while you’re stuck indoors, preferably with bargain projects. It’s the only way to beat cabin fever. We...

04/10/2016
Easy DIY Ideas: Make Your Own Shutters • Caruth Studio

An exterior update doesn't have to cost a fortune. See how we added color and character to this home with easy-to-make shutters.

Improve your home’s curb appeal with the addition of easy-to-make wood shutters.   Unless you live in an Arts & Crafts bungalow, a midcentury modern home, or other...

30/09/2016
DIY Makeovers: A Living Room Update • Caruth Studio

See how easy it is to add more function and style to a ho-hum living room.

By asking herself how she really wanted to use her underperforming living room to function, a homeowner creates a multipurpose space that becomes central to the house.  ...

27/09/2016
Decorating Know-How: Curtain Call • Caruth Studio

Curtains are more than just ways of blocking light or adding privacy. See what they can do for a room and get the basics on how to hang 'em high.

Every designer knows that a good pair of drapery panels can add impact to a room by raising the apparent height of ceilings, visually widening windows, and affecting...

27/09/2016
Easy DIY Ideas: Vintage-Inspired Artwork • Caruth Studio

If you're looking for inexpensive, yet unique ways to add character to your walls, check out these clever ideas.

Make your own wall coverings, groupings, or artwork by gathering and showcasing vintage finds and collectibles. Metal LP cover frames are just the right size and depth for...

27/09/2016
Simple Storage Solutions: Be Shelf Savvy • Caruth Studio

Jazz up your bookshelves with color, pattern, and creative storage elements.

Make a basic shelf unit the starring storage solution in your home. Then, jazz them up with lively pattern and colorful accents to give your room a new...

16/09/2016
Easy DIY Ideas: Repurposed Furnishings • Caruth Studio

Looking for furnishings that are just a little out of the ordinary? Check out these simple ideas.

Faced with a tight budget? Under-furnished rooms? Check out these fab furnishings ingeniously built from an array of objects. Put your imagination into play, and within a weekend...

15/09/2016

If you've been following for a while, you might enjoy this updated photo of the pond we built this spring with smartpond. Looks fab and can you believe those Supertunias from Proven Winners?

13/09/2016
Easy DIY Ideas: Projects with Old Books • Caruth Studio

More chic and affordable decor ideas for those of you with more old books than shelf space...

Bring the bookworm aesthetic out of the library and into any room of your home. No matter how much you love to read, there are bound to be old...

09/09/2016
Easy DIY Ideas: By the Book • Caruth Studio

Try these clever ways to use pages from old, damaged, or out-of-date books.

Don’t toss old damaged volumes. Use those loose bindings and book pages to make beautiful accents that will add texture and character to your decor.   If you’re...

06/09/2016
Easy DIY Projects: Flea Market Floral Ideas • Caruth Studio

Freshen your rooms with the fragrance, color, and romance of fresh flowers. Then, add extra interest with a creative container.

Show off your bountiful blooms in vintage vessels. Floral trimmings from the backyard always look best in a casual outfit, so skip the crystal vase and opt instead...

02/09/2016
Entertaining Ideas: Labor Day Cocktails • Caruth Studio

Looking for some new cocktails to try this weekend? Take a look at our selection of creative concoctions for kicking back or planning a party.

Got plans for the Labor Day weekend? Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or just chilling with your SO, these flavor-filled cocktails are the ideal way to celebrate.  ...

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