We had the pleasure of interviewing Kim Peck from Stampin’ Up! 1. For those who aren’t familiar with Stampin’ Up!®, tell us what it is all about. Stampin’ Up!® is a company that manufactures their own exclusive rubber stamps. They carry a large variety of other crafting supplies including ink pads, card stock, scrap booking

The holiday season was filled with joy, happiness and many changes. In the spirit of change and us here at YDP, one easy way to reinvent your living area furniture without replacing them completely is with slipcovers! Imani shares some great tips on how slipcovers can turn drab into fab, be a pratical means of

Brian gives us a few good tips on rugs and why we should include them in our decorating plans. We also interviewed Karen of “Carpet Weavers”.   who shares why it’s a great place to shop for area rugs, hardwoods, ceramic tiles, and remnants. Throughout human history, rugs have been an integral part of how

I am thrilled to highlight the Larry Kanfer Gallery this week.   My new favorite piece is called the 941 NL Ashland (taken in Chicago) by local art gallery owner Larry Kanfer.  It was a surprise gift from his wife for a project I helped them with ( their daughter’s room).  How can I not

Some people, myself included, tend to forget that the most basic items can make the most creative decorations. Twine, for example, can be used so many different ways, especially around the holidays. Twine has a texture that reminds me of nature, and it is so easy and inexpensive to use in crafts. Here are some