The recent design trend of color drenching refers to covering the ceiling, walls, and trim with one solid color. However, this trend isn't just for paint. You can try other materials -- like tile.

Custom lampshades sure sound like an enticing idea until you see the price tags, so what about customizing them yourself? Start by picking up a standard lamp shade in the dimensions you need—and yes, ...

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Use any digital image in your computer. We turned family vacation shots black and white to give the lamp shade an old-fashioned, sepia-tone look. Measure the sides of the lamp shade and size your ...

I saw the light. And I saw the price tag. I know, I harp on budget a lot, but my mission and mojo is DIY as much as possible, all while saving on the wallet. I have a thing for lamps. One, because ...