Goodwill Home Décor Expert - Merri Cvetan

The wood veneer on this “blond” multi drawer dresser had a couple of chips and some knobs were missing. Other than that it was in great shape.

A redecorating project is never finished until the art work is hung. It doesn’t matter if it’s an original oil painting or a poster, art work should reflect the personality of the people who live in the house.

We spent the last week working on wedding videos for Amazing Goodwill. Be sure to check back all summer for great wedding tips and ideas. I used button-down shirts for one of the projects when another idea occurred to me. Why not turn the gift into the gift wrap?

Have you ever put your phone down, leave the room and the only way you can find it is to call yourself? I’ve done it. Mine is usually buried under a stack of papers! My sister, Elaine, suggested a phone stand for my desk to avoid “misplacing” it. She’s a lot like me. She loves to update and especially embellish things.

One of the biggest mistakes people make when decorating their home is to overlook or forget about lighting. A room isn’t successful or finished until appropriate lighting is installed.

It’s the little touches that make your wedding extra special, but that doesn’t mean you have to spend tons of money. DIY projects keep the costs down, allow you to be creative, and you’re recycling too when you shop for “parts” at Goodwill.

Planning your wedding can be exciting, but at times somewhat stressful. Keep in mind that whether your big day is a formal affair or a casual party in the yard, it should reflect the style and personality of the bride and groom.

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and offers a wonderful opportunity to include your children in this festive event. Here are a few simple heartfelt snacks that will make your little Valentine feel extra special.

Serve up a romantic dinner for two this Valentine’s Day without a bit of red! Be adventurous- set a safari table.

If you’re like me, you take advantage of the cold winter weekends to get your house (and clutter) in order. Since I don’t have a lot of closet space, I’m always looking for ideas to organize my things in pretty and practical ways. If a decorative accessory can serve as storage, that’s even better.

Every January, many of us make resolutions. Some we keep, but most get broken by the end of the month. Here at Goodwill, our resolution for the New Year is to help you Live Amazing in 2012. For many people, reorganizing your home and eliminating clutter is a popular goal.