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10 Tips For Home Decorating On A Small Budget

Randee Zeigler-McKague — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 18:51:12 +0000

1. Organize – When decorating a room, consider what is already in that room. Every room has “stuff” in it that does not necessarily belong. So ask yourself, does it need to be here? If not, then find a more suitable storage place for it, or throw it out. On the other hand, you might want to look through the stack of daily newspapers and magazines later, but the unsightly pile is getting in the way of your decorative style. Storing them in a classy ottoman would clear the clutter while creating comfortable seating. Either way, your room is clean, neat, and ready for redecorating, at little or no cost.
2. Paint – Color can be one of the most satisfying home decorating components and one of the least expensive. You can paint the whole room, or go for a completely different look by painting one wall a dramatic new accent color.
3. Lighting – Lighting is important to how a room feels, and if yours needs a little updating, instead of buying all new fixtures, try installing a dimmer switch to create a cozy, romantic feeling, or change out the light bulbs; replace regular bulbs with colored bulbs in a child’s room for a “fun” look at a reasonable price.
4. Accessorize – Even if your budget will not allow major changes in your home, you can make minor changes with accessories that will make your rooms look and feel like new. Bring in extra color with accent pieces on the walls, new pillows or throws on the seats, a new runner on the coffee table or mantle. The possibilities are endless.
5. Look-a-like item: Just like buying a pair of knock-off designer shoes, you can find an item similar to the designer model in home decorating, at a fraction of the cost. You can sport the “in” look while sticking to your budget, and no one will be the wiser.
6. Shop around – When shopping for that perfect accent or window treatment do not just go to home decorating stores. Flea-markets, second hand stores and garage sales are great places to find inexpensive items that may be just the thing you need to perk up your living space.
7. Web shop – Go beyond the brick and mortar stores and surf the internet for websites that offer great prices. Be sure to include shipping charges as part of the cost, and when you find a site that includes free shipping, you have hit the jackpot.
8. Use what you already have – Sometimes it’s not a new item that you need to spice up your home, but a revamping of what you already have: your sofa is still structurally sound, it just has faded upholstery, find a snazzy new cover or reupholster it for a completely new look, at a fraction of the cost of replacing it. Remember, spray paint works wonders.
9. DIY – Completing projects yourself can save you buckets of money. Let’s say you want to replace your old bathroom fixtures. Calling a professional plumber could cost you upwards of $75.00/hour, while checking out a book from the library on home maintenance and repair will cost you nothing, and you have the satisfaction of completing the project yourself.
10. Barter - So, you’re not the “handy” type, but you probably know someone who is. Consider work for trade. You can offer to clean or cook, do their taxes, or provide haircuts, whatever you are able to do, while they add the decorative ceiling trim.

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Meet Our New Partner, Camas Prairie Wood Products

Randee Zeigler-McKague — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 03:43:39 +0000

Camas Prairie Wood Products is a local mill in Pilot Rock, Oregon. We are very pleased to be doing business with them. We have recently started a re-model on an old building here in Pilot Rock for our new office. Karl Jensen, owner & operator of this small lumber mill has graciously provided us with his planed Blue Pine for our office. This stuff is gorgeous. It looks so pretty against our red western walls & faux leather painting. He has material for customer flooring, log homes & all your building needs. Please visit our website for more information on all his wood products. If you are building an entire house or just adding a deck. Shop local, shop Oregon.

All of our wood products are produced from timber that is managed under the best practices for sustainable, healthy & productive lands. We are committed to supplying the highest quality of wood products that come from forest ground that is beneficial in providing clean water, productive wildlife & fish habitat.

We work with both the public & private sector to address waste analysis & reduction issues. Our products are made from 100% natural & renewable American hardwood & softwood exceeding wood industry standards for quality & consistency. Our waste product is recycled for home heating use.

Our goal is to provide our clients quality work, on time, & on budget.

Please contact us for more information on our high standard wood products.

Karl Jensen

Camas Prairie Wood Products

PO Box 580

Pilot Rock, OR 97868
(541) 443-2032

(541) 969-9663 cell

lumber@camasprairiewoodproducts.com

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Tahoe Lodge

Randee Zeigler-McKague — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 23:18:15 +0000

Tahoe Lodge.

Duvet! Duvet!

Randee Zeigler-McKague — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 22:53:09 +0000

Did you know that the French word for cover is “duvet“? Ever
wonder what a “duvet” is? Most people are familiar with
comforters, but don’t know why someone might prefer a duvet.
There are 4 main benefits to a duvet.

They are interchangeable. It is interchangeable like a pillowcase. You use a plain comforter insert & you can change them out easily.
You can decide how warm you want be. Comforter inserts come in a variety of weights. So, you can choose a thin insert or an extra thick insert to fit your needs.
The most attractive thing about a duvet is it’s ease of cleaning. Because it is only a cover it can be easily laundered. If it is washable you can fit most duvet’s into a household washer.
Duvet’s are a way to customize your bedding. By using our duvet & faux leather accessories you can create a very unique set.

ON SALE NOW THOUGH OCT 31 Embroidered Barrel Racer BeddingEmbroidered Barrel Racer Bedding

Randee Zeigler-McKague — Fri, 15 Oct 2010 18:02:45 +0000

Embroidered Barrel Racer Bedding is on sale now through October 31st. Get your new bedding here & save $15 off any size you choose. Great Christmas gift for the cowgirl in your life. She will love this luxurious bedding ensemble. Or, just treat yourself to one & indulge yourself in western comfort. This Barrel Racer Comforter Set is Soft tan microfiber suede with an embroidered barrel racing image and barbed wire accents. This ensemble makes a great western gift for the barrel racer in your life. Bring the rodeo indoors.
Ensemble offers soft chocolate faux leather with silver buckles & studs.

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Introduce Your Western Decor Into Your Space Without Outdoing Your Budget

Randee Zeigler-McKague — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 05:26:28 +0000

When fall hits we feel the cold chill & want to bring in warm colors, cozy bedding & darker accents. We’re not the only ones. It happens every year at this time. You change your cream comforter for the dark chocolate one. You wear your sweats to bed & keep your sweatshirt nearby for the fall morning chill. When Fall hits, there is absolutely something inherently comforting & cozy about dark charcoal, chocolate, deep burgundy’s & many other dark colors. We get that homing & hibernating feel of “gettin’ ready” for the freeze.

We like to change our bedding, our rugs & even our window treatments. It’s not hard, it’s warming. I like to keep my prior years decor stored securely in tight lidded Rubber Maid containers of all sizes & then I always add the new stuff I’ve found when it’s time to re-decorate for the colder months. I you have valances over blinds, it is one of the easiest switches from Spring/Summer to Fall/Winter. Fluff them in the dryer for a few minutes, take the rod down, pull of the old valance & put the new one on. I have found that is one of the easiest & fastest ways to change a room real fast. Then, swap your rugs, throw blankets & throw pillows . Switch your Summer candles & accents to your darker more cozy fall ones. As Christmas grows closer keep your “all winter season” accents packed conveniently so when you want to close your Christmas season everything is handy. Also, keep your Christmas re-packing materials handy. It’s always easier to clean up after if your packing & packaging is organized, close buy & clean. Keep your Christmas gift wrap, ribbon & gift bags closes tightly all year around as there are many elements & critters that can harm them.

Well, we are off to start this fall season with a great “Western Flair” & hope you join us! Happy Fall, Winter & Holiday Season Western Fans!

Thanks for following,

Randee

YourWesternDecor.com

support@yourwesterndecor.com

New Rodeo Signs & Rustic Furniture arriving daily.

Randee Zeigler-McKague — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 14:29:12 +0000

Your Western Decor is ringing in the new year with a new partner. We are proud to have joined with Cowboy Brand Furniture to bring you some very unique items. Pendleton Round-Up, Cheyenne Frontier Days & other popular rodeo signs. Hand made from pine wood & antiqued for your favorite rustic look. Also great rustic pine wood furniture for kids, yourself & even your pets. Popular John Wayne sayings also adorn many of the signs we are offering.

Of course our favorite is that Pendleton Round-Up line of signs & furniture as that is where we are located. A must see, the famous LET ‘ER BUCK Room sign.

We hope to see you at Round-Up 2010!

LET ‘ER BUCK!

Diamond Bar T Designs

Randee Zeigler-McKague — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 22:31:54 +0000

When looking for a high quality custom leather briefcase or computer case, you will come to find that many companies are making claims about high quality, durability, functionality, craftsmanship, custom features and perhaps price. Diamond Bar T Designs™ has considered the claims of other products as well as consumer needs and created a patented modular briefcase system that is a revolutionary product. Our quality custom product is made with the finest full grain leathers and with the highest quality craftsmanship for lasting durability.

New Western Decor Items available!

Randee Zeigler-McKague — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 15:58:05 +0000

3 Piece Terra Cotta Pitcher Set

Everyday I find more & more unique Rustic Western items to list. There is so much out there in this theme now. Western home decor style is really becoming a popular way of decorating these days. I love this stuff. Here are just a few of my favorites. I have many. YourWesternDecor.com has so much to offer for your home & there is more added almost daily. Keep checking back as there really are 100′s of items still to come!

Magnetic wood framed chalkboard. Includes 3 star magnets. Hey, get organized!

Western bucking horse platter

Please support the American Horse Slaughter Prevention Act!

Randee Zeigler-McKague — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 19:51:53 +0000

If you don’t see it does it not exist? Is it ok because it isn’t happening around you? If you don’t feel & smell the pain do they not feel & smell the pain? You may choose to ignor the abuse that over 100,000 slaughter horses a year must endure. Because you choose to ignor it or be ignorant about it does not make it stop or slow down. I don’t know if I have actaully chosen to do anything as hard as sitting and watching horrable graphic video’s of horse abuse & slaughter. But I feel like I have to do something to spread the word on this subject. I shake to where I can’t type after watching these video’s but I go on and publish these video’s in hopes that it will touch just one more person. Encourage one more person to help the inhumane acts of horse slaughter. I won’t say that I am against horse slaughter to an extent. What I am against & want to help stop is horse slaughter for human consumption & the cruel way horses are treated throughout the process. 90%-95% of horses sold for slaughter are healthy sound horses. Horses that have lived peacefully and happily & suddenly are scared literally for there lives. They spend their last couple of days alive fearing the inevitable. They all wind up, after long hours in double decker trailers with no food or water, being pushed into the slaughter isle. They are treated so badly I don’t even have words to describe. I urge you to have the heart to watch this video. It may make you angry, it may make you cry. If you feel neither I believe something is wrong. If you agree that no animal should be treated like this please just take a few minutes of your day to do something to help. Anything, Please.