Articles by Lee Anne Culpepper

Long ago, when a shovel or rake handle broke, you went to the hardware store, bought a new handle and installed it into the old rake head. Years later, in a more prosperous time when...

When brave, experienced do-it-yourselfers think of a concrete countertop project, it seems easy and inexpensive ... nothing to be intimidated by, just mix some cement, pour, and spread....

Did you know that when you select decor for your home, there are some purchases that will increase the appraisal value and help to make your home more marketable? Here are some items...

It has been said that good design has visual appeal as well as function and comfort. But how do you accomplish all three when arranging furniture in a new home? Listed below are six...

Color trends change every three to four years. The American market is saturated with the color trend of that moment in time as manufacturers produce it in textiles, paint, clothing,...

Curtains add to the beauty of the room and are as important to the finished design as art and wall color. A beautifully executed window treatment can transform a boring window into...

Are you afraid to paint your walls brown? Don't be. Light shades of brown can be a warm alternative to white and deep browns can add drama and definition to a space. And men: It's a...

It is my belief that a well designed bathroom should be a fun experience. The wall finish, art, and accessories must work together to create a mood. Changing the wall color, making...

Recently, my daughter-in-love (she is a keeper!) asked me if I was putting up a tree this year. I told her no, because we are living in an unfinished house. She replied that I did...

What does the future hold for kitchen design? With the technology available today, such as robot vacuum cleaners, refrigerators that have built in computers on the door, microwaves...