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’Tis the Season
Nov. 12 Seventh Gingerbread House Challenge Sample Hardywood’s Gingerbread Stout and vote in the Better Housing Coalition’s “Great Works of Art”-themed gingerbread house contest. The event is free; voting costs $5 for two votes and $10 for five votes. Noon to 5 p.m., Hardywood Richmond, 2410 Ownby Lane. Purchase votes at betterhousingcoalition.org. Nov. 17-19 VisArts’ 59th…
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Biz Buzz: Dubuque salon opens under new ownership; home decor store comes to Lancaster; auto shop changes hands in Jackson Co.
Biz Buzz shares business tidbits from across the tri-states. This edition highlights developments in Dubuque; Lancaster, Wis.; and La Motte, Iowa. A Dubuque salon has opened under a new name and new ownership. Recommended for you #placement_661376_0_i{width:100%;margin:0 auto;}
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Nordstrom Just Debuted Tons of New Holiday-Decor Pieces
As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you’ll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. It’s no secret that our editors are pretty big fans of Nordstrom — and we’ve made our love for…
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How to Press Flowers, According to Floral Pros
Learning how to press flowers is not as difficult as you might think. The technique makes an ephemeral beauty eternal by flattening the daisies, pansies, violets, and wildflowers that color your garden and turning them into enchanting home decor. “Bringing the outside in is always a good idea,” says Penny Ann Schmidt, a botanical artist…
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15 items any home décor connoisseur will be more than happy to receive this holiday season
Most Curated is a monthly series in which one editor, team member or friend of Livingetc will share the top 15 items on their current wish list. I’ve spent the better part of the last three years head-deep in interiors while curating my perfect living space, so when someone asks if I have any ideas…
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New Garfield Park business Skosh seeks coffee fans, home decor shoppers
Related Stories November 3, 2023 November 3, 2023 November 2, 2023 October 31, 2023 October 31, 2023 Skosh, a new business that’s a coffee shop and a home decor store, is scheduled to open Nov. 14 at 2555 Shelby St. (IBJ photo/Dave Lindquist) A new business across the street from Garfield Park aims to attract…
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These chic and cozy items have me ready to host my next house party
Most Curated is a monthly series in which one editor, team member, or friend of Livingetc will share the top 15 items on their current wish list. I don’t know about you, but as soon as the weather gets into the chilly category, I have an urge to tone down everything and adopt a more…
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Avid thrifter says creating a unique home takes patience, not lots of money
TOMS BROOK — Seated in her dining room surrounded by the colors and smells of autumn, Josylnn Clark, home decor enthusiast turned avid thrifter, has found her niche amid the noise of social media. The TikTok influencer, who shares her love of thrifting and upcycling, likes to remind her thousands of followers that no matter…
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5 Things You Shouldn’t Paint In Your Home
We often get excited about painting in our homes as a new color can often reinvent a wall, room or piece of furniture. However, before you get your paintbrush out, it is important to note things in your home that you shouldn’t paint. #lee-rev-content { margin:0 -5px; } #lee-rev-content h3 { font-family: inherit!important; font-weight: 700!important;…
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Consumers Expect to Spend Less on Holiday Items in 2023
US Consumers Look to Spend More on Gifts, but Much Less on Non-Gift Items NEW YORK, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — According to The Conference Board Holiday Spending Survey, US consumers plan to spend an average of $985 on holiday-related items in 2023, less than the $1,006 reported in 2022. As part of this total,…