Karen Parziale
Home Stager & Interior Designer
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Co-authored Articles (23)
How to Hang a Curtain Rod: An Easy DIY Guide
Learn how to hang your drapes like a proHaning curtains can seem like a daunting task, but installing curtain rods is simple once you know what you’re doing. We’ll show you exactly how to install your curtain rods an...
How to
Fold Curtains That Are Too Long
Curtains can be pricy, so if you accidentally bought a set that are too long, you're probably not in a big hurry to replace them. However, you're probably also not super excited about seeing your curtains puddled on the ...
How to
Arrange Pictures on a Wall
Good wall décor, combined with sensible furniture and decorations, can take a room from "good" to "great," but even the Mona Lisa will look silly on your wall if it's crooked or poorly-arranged. Don't waste time arrangi...
How to
Hang Curtains over Vertical Blinds
Depending on your living situation, you may be faced with vertical blinds that you either can’t take down or don’t want to take down. Thankfully, there are a few easy ways to install curtains overtop of vertical blin...
How to
Cut Blinds
Are your blinds too wide to fit your window? You don't have to go curtain shopping just yet. It's actually fairly easy to cut blinds down to size, whether you're working with Venetian blinds, vinyl mini blinds, or someth...
How to
Hang Curtains in a Bay Window
Hanging curtains in a bay window can be tricky because of how bay windows are shaped. Fortunately, by choosing the right hardware and taking the time to install it properly, you can have bay window curtains that function...
How to
Use Mirrors for Good Feng Shui
The placement of mirrors is a major element of feng shui. Choosing the correct mirrors, being aware of what your mirrors are reflecting, and placing your mirrors carefully can all help give your home good feng shui.
How to Install Blinds
Moving into a new home and want to install window treatments? Looking to upgrade those boring old vinyl blinds with something a little more impressive? If so, you’re in the right place! Choosing and installing blinds m...
How to
Choose Curtains
Choosing the right curtains can strongly and positively impact any room. However, it can be an overwhelming decision, especially since there are a lot of factors to consider. Color, fabric, length, and lining all need to...
3 Simple Ways to Fluff a Pillow
Learn to keep pillows fluffy (and know when to replace them) Everyone wants to lay their head to rest in a cloudlike, cozy sleep-scape—and fluffing your pillows can help make that dream come true! Fluffing a pillow mak...
11 Decorating Ideas for Your Study Table
Make your study table more inviting and organizedA well-decorated and organized study table is essential for effective studying. Whether you have a dedicated study room, a desk, or simply the kitchen table or even a wall...
How to
Decorate Around a Round Mirror
Round mirrors can really breathe some life into your room, and are a great starting point for sprucing up your home. Play around with different decor and accents to spice up your living space and really give it a persona...
How to
Dress Narrow Windows
If you have narrow windows and are unsure of how to dress them, fret not! Simply measure your windows and choose between curtains, valances, swags, blinds, or shades. In addition, choose to use classic, tension, or retur...
3 Easy Ways to Decorate and Brighten a Balcony with Lights
A balcony is your own little corner of the world—a place where you can relax and unwind while enjoying some fresh air. Good lighting can make a difference in transforming your outdoor space from a simple balcony to a c...
How to
Hide the Washer and Dryer in the Kitchen
Having a washer and dryer in your kitchen can be convenient, but unfortunately can also be unsightly. To hide the appliances, first consider your options. Analyze your kitchen to determine if you have existing areas you ...
How to
Decorate a Mirror
Decorating is a fun and creative way to update an old or plain mirror. Changing the mirror frame is one way to go about decorating it. You can paint it a different color, create a new frame, or add embellishments to an o...
How to
Organize a Dresser Drawer
Do you open your dressers only to have it look like a raccoon took a nap in there? Do you feel like you have more clothes than you can possibly store? Organizing a dresser drawer is a great solution to either of these pr...
How to
Hang Pictures with Velcro
If you're hoping to hang pictures on the wall without making any holes, Velcro is a perfect tool to use to achieve this. It comes in all shapes and sizes, and there are even Velcro strips designed specifically for hangin...
How to
Light Artwork on a Wall
When it comes to wall art, lighting can make all the difference! Choosing an appropriate lighting fixture can give your wall art the perfect spotlight it needs to stand out. The type of bulb and the temperature of its li...
How to
Live in a Garage
Living in a garage may be by choice or by necessity (such as during renovations or after a disaster). Either way, making it more comfortable is important. Here are some suggestions.
