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2 NOVEMBER 2012 HOMES PLUS 1. Treat your windows to something new. Ready-to-hang swags of fabric make for an easy update, often with dramatic results. Try a new set of blinds, valances or window shades in a new color, fresh texture or print. 2. Plant a new look. Get creative with flowers and green plants ��� whether artificial or real is up to you. Use vases, baskets, wreaths, decorative pots, jugs, bottles or antiques. 3. Add an area rug for coziness. Lighter colored rugs can brighten up a room; an oriental-style rug will add sophistication. 4. Bring nature inside. Plug in a small fountain and edge it with plants. Set up an aquarium or a lush terrarium. Arrange a miniature Zen garden, or try your hand at growing bonsai. 5. Lighten up. Change your current lighting by updating lampshades or recovering your lampshades with new fabric. Consider adding strip lighting under, above or inside cabinetry Redirect some lights to focus on . art or heirloom items you have on display or , hide low-wattage can lights behind plants or furniture for a subtle splash of light. 6. Shelve it. Show off collectibles or make a special place for your prized family photos. Open shelves, cubby holes, mullion glass-door cabinets and other shelving options can create a new look in any room and help you get more organized. 7. Deck the walls. Change, rearrange, or spotlight the art currently in your room. A decorative mirror can also add visual depth to the room. 8. Get your hands around the problem. After years of use, doorknobs, drawer pulls and cabinet handles can look tired. There are so many stylish options, and replacing the hardware can make a world of difference. ��� Homes Plus staff Volume 2 ��� Number 10 ��� November 2012 A publication of Conley Media Homes Plus 228426004 Spruce up your home this winter Sales Director: Jim Baumgart 262/513-2621 jbaumgart@conleynet.com Sales Representative: Chris Collins 262/513-2623 ccollins@conleynet.com Editor: Dwayne Butler 262/513-2626 dbutler@conleynet.com Production: Patricia Scheel 262/513-2690 pscheel@conleynet.com Graphic Designer: Joe Orth 262/542-2501 #2411 jorth@conleynet.com Distributed by: ��2011 by Conley Media Waukesha County Homes Plus is published monthly by Conley Media - Waukesha County, 801 N. Barstow St., Waukesha, WI 53186. Contents of this publication may not be reproduced in any form without the written consent of the publisher. With just one call to our In-House Designers, you can be assured that, from start to finish, our highly qualified staff, will transform your dream bathroom into reality 228713002