Mary Madden wrote an amazing article titled “Avoid decorating faux pas by featuring your space properly”. She’s got some great tips on how to properly hang window treatments, artwork and how to choose the right style of rug for your space.

Right now I’m working on my first DIY tiling project, I’m replacing some backsplash above a new countertop. I went down to Home Depot on 130th Avenue SE to purchase all of the materials I need to move forward. I was quickly greeted by an employee who asked if I needed any help and I responded with yes and what I wanted to achieve. He explained the tiling process, helped another customer and then seemed to vanish.

I then chose the tile I wanted to use and read the directions on the back of the packaging to make sure I was getting all of the correct materials to install it, but didn’t feel 100% sure about everything.

Just as I was about to leave, another employee came by and asked if I needed help. I asked him to check over everything I was going to purchase. It turns out there was an easier (and less expensive) mortar they carried and they carried smaller quantities of spacers than what I was going to purchase. He then asked me if I had ever installed tile before and if I would like a quick tutorial. Did you know if you seal porous tiles (slate or marbel) before you put your grout on, it prevents the dull/foggy appearance?

I’ll keep posting how the project turns out. If anyone is interested, here is a blog on “How-to Tile” from www.hometime.com.

The Calgary Home + Interior Design Show announced Ty Pennington, host of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition will be making a guest appearance Sunday, September 19, 2009. I am a big fan of his so I’ll definitely be there. For more info check out their website www.calgaryhomeshow.com.

Debbie Travis wrote an article titled “Simple decorating makes for hassle-free summer” on thestar.com. It’s got some great tips on how to keep things simple this summer so you can enjoy the weather.