To make the most of your decorating dollar, forgo the disposable stuff, think vintage and free first and give yourself a splurge

Before you grab that first paint chip, figure out your needs, your decorating style and what to get rid of

No need to go all-out with autumn decorations. Nod to the season with just a few well-placed pumpkins and flowers

Get a festive look for a fraction of the usual cost with basic items from the craft store and your own supply

No seamstress skills? You can still show off fab fabrics and trim — not to mention your creative ingenuity — all around your home

They do more than pick pretty colors. Here's what decorators can do for you — and how you can help them

Share your festive fireplace stylings with the Houzz community in the Comments!

Holidays are for carols, not cussing. Make tree trimming less work and more fun with this guide at your side

Ditch the dogma about color, style and matching, and watch your rooms come alive

Unlike decorating, staging your home isn't about personal style — it's about creating ambiance and appeal for buyers