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Christina Katos

As a graphic designer I love all things having to do with design. Starting a DIY home design blog has become my creative outlet to share my inspirations, ideas and projects.

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diy, lighting

Edison Bulb Light Fixture Makeover

By Christina Katos on May 21, 2013

The sun porch has one light fixture at the moment. I was considering replacing the light altogether since it is obviously an original fixture. It is small and does not give off much light. After... Continue reading

paint, ceilings

Painting the Fifth Wall (AKA the Ceiling!)

By Christina Katos on May 17, 2013

The other day, I did something I've never done before. I painted a ceiling -- all 5 feet 2 inches of me. I've always painted my "fifth" wall white and kept the color for the... Continue reading

home office, kids rooms, design

An Awesome Closet-Office You Don't Want to Miss

By Christina Katos on Apr 12, 2013

The cl-office is officially finished! I first started off with a closet with sliding doors. I painted it using chalkboard paint and then added some storage. I then built a floating desk and added wall... Continue reading

diy, furniture

How To: Upholster a Chair

By Christina Katos on Apr 11, 2013

I’ve been searching local antique shops in my area for a chair for my daughter’s bedroom. I had a chair there which had armrests and wasn’t working with the floating desk -- the armrests kept... Continue reading

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