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How to: Modern Home Decor

There are a few key factors when it comes to decorating in the modern style correctly.  If you’re looking for a sleek new look for your apartment, check out a few of these tips to help make it modern. Overall, … Continue reading

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More Crafts with Corks

Okay, so maybe you’ve already tried a corkboard or have an amazing cork bathmat in your bathroom.  Now what?  If you’re feeling a bit crafty and want to add some corky accents to your apartment, check out a few of … Continue reading

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Up-cycle Old Books – Design Ideas

Some people discourage the up-cycling of old books into new decorative pieces, but it may be better to give a book new life rather than to let it sit and collect dust on the shelf.  If you’ve got any old, … Continue reading

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Explore the Outdoors in Joliet

When you live in one of our residential communities, you’re just minutes away from beautiful parks, relaxing golf resorts, and much more.  Joliet is the perfect place for anyone who loves the outdoors to live, work, and play. Spend some … Continue reading

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DIY Duct Tape Crafts

Duct tape these days comes in all different patterns and colors.  You can even purchase it in sheets rather than buying a roll.  You can stick with the traditional grey, or branch out and try a bold new color.  Whichever … Continue reading

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Home Citrus Solutions

Citrus fruits of all kinds can have multiple places in the kitchen.  Adding an orange or a lime to a beer can give it an even more refreshing taste, and adding lemon zest to a cookie or cake can give … Continue reading

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Music in March & Other Events

Well, we’ve had our fun with February, but it’s almost over and March is coming in strong.  With a wide variety of events to choose from, it’s time to flip the page on your calendar and start making plans to … Continue reading

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New Projects for Old T-Shirts

Have a bunch of old t-shirts lying around?  Maybe you got them for free, outgrew them, or are just looking for new and creative ways to put them to use.  These fun and unique projects will have you up-cycling those … Continue reading

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DIY Apartment Art

Apartment living can sometimes be frustrating when the itch to paint or redecorate comes along.  While white may not be your color of choice, it is most often used in rental properties.  Here are a few DIY projects to keep … Continue reading

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New Uses for Used Dryer Sheets

Don’t throw away those used dryer sheets just yet!  There’s actually a lot more that they can be used for.  Whether it’s dusting, scrubbing, or just a fresh scent that you need handled, grab your dryer sheets and read on … Continue reading

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