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IDEAS FOR AN ANTIQUE CRATE

Deborah Nelson November 6, 2015

You can see in the image above I have 3 old crates stacked on the left hand side, to create a tall storage area with a vase on top. I have always thought old crates are an affordable and practical purchase.  Many have old text ...

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BEFORE & AFTER: FIREPLACE – NO HOOK UP REQUIRED

Deborah Nelson November 3, 2015

Since it's officially the first day of fall, it's a great time to dream about a fireplace. If you're keen on a fireplace but don't want the hassle or expense of adding gas, electrical, etc. – here is an option to consider. In the living room ...

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BEFORE & AFTER: PAINTED KITCHEN CABINETS

Deborah Nelson October 24, 2015

I've been a fan of painting kitchen cabinets for many years. I first painted an entire kitchen for a design segment on CBC back many years ago. Since then I've painted a few of my own kitchens too. In the kitchen above, I bought store bought cabinets ...

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EASY TO MAKE DRAPERY – NO SEW

Deborah Nelson October 22, 2015

In my living room shown above I was in a pinch for drapery so I made the panels.  A lot of people asked about the window treatments when it appeared in House & Home magazine. There were two large windows on either side of the sofa ...

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BEFORE & AFTER: FLOORS & FIREPLACE GET AN UPDATE

Deborah Nelson October 7, 2015

In this living room I had no problem painting the original brick fireplace white, along with the shelves, mantel and hearth.  The walls, ceiling and trim throughout also got a fresh coat of paint. The other big (but subtle) change was having the floors redone. ...

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Starting to get into the Christmas spirit to be ready for the @ywcahalifax Homes for the Holidays happening November 22-24! A bit of a natural holiday vibe from my place a few seasons back. This year I'll have it decked a little bit more! 🎄🎄🎄 📷:
Before & After of a much needed little bathroom renovation! The details and gory before pictures (have you ever seen a faucet attached by duct tape?!), are in the link in profile. #debnelsondesign #bathroomrenovation #smallbathroomdesign #beforea
Pretty little detail shot from my Chester sunroom. 📷: @samsonpix #debnelsondesign #sunroomdecor #shells #showemyourstyled #sodomino #smmakelifebeautiful
A shot of some subtle holiday touches from my Chester place. Now that it's November it's time for me to start thinking holiday decor 🎄to get ready for @ywcahalifax Homes for the Holidays. Just a few weeks away and tickets are on sale now! 📷: @sianc
Lots more of this extensive renovation to show over the coming months! A quick shot I snapped of my Chester kitchen which has been drastically transformed since the beginning. Swipe over to see the before shot! #debnelsondesign #kitchenrenovation #
I used a variety of antiques in this guest room - the bed, chair, blanket and artwork were all items I've collected over time. I love how they add so much character to a room, the antique charcoal sketch above the bed is dated from the 1800’s
Easing you into holiday decorating with one of my favourite past kitchens, featuring a tiny countertop tree and red wool blanket. I’m a big fan of subtle decorations that can make a space feel cozy and festive through the long winter months. My
Open shelving is one of my favourite ways to display those items in your kitchen that are both functional and full of character, like cutting boards, dishes, glassware and even quirky bottle openers 📷: @samsonpix⁣ ⁣ #debnelsondesign⁣ #openshelving ⁣

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