If you tuned to the 750am dial on Saturday and tried to enter the “Divine in 2009″ home transformation contest, you might have had a hard time reaching the station. If good news travels fast, contest giveaways spread like wildfire.
For the last show of the year, Around the House with Handyman Bob offered an opportunity for listeners to win a [...]
Archive for December, 2008
Divine in 2009 - Home Transformation
Tuesday, December 30th, 2008 by Angela ToddHit the After Holiday Sales with a Plan
Friday, December 26th, 2008 by Angela ToddDecember 26th is the single biggest day for returning merchandise, and it isn’t a bad day for discount shopping either. If you are braving the crowds today and decide to do a little home decor shopping, I’d like to remind you how to get the most from your shopping experience.
Have a Plan
Take inventory of what [...]
Turn Outdated Jewelry into Christmas Shopping Cash
Monday, December 15th, 2008 by Angela Todd(update: 12/17/08 - Due to rare snow in Portland, the event at Gallerie Nouveau has moved to the 19th. This blog post has been updated. See you there!)If you are like me, you have a bit of fine jewelry tucked away in your jewelry box that you have no intention of wearing in the future. [...]
Our Fascination with Makeovers
Friday, December 12th, 2008 by Angela ToddWhat is it about interior before and after photos that we love so much? Are we looking for ideas for our own homes? Perhaps. Maybe we simply like to see what is possible in a space with fresh eyes and some elbow grease.
In honor of our fascination, I have added a before and after gallery [...]
Life and Business are Good
Tuesday, December 9th, 2008 by Angela ToddHave you been listening to the news? I try not to these days, but I have heard lots of people refer to the “R” word. Recession.
Are you suffering financially? I mean really suffering, or are you just anticipating suffering?
I meet lots of people in the community. They have varied household incomes. The majority of us [...]
Part II: An Apartment Makeover for my BRO
Tuesday, December 2nd, 2008 by Angela ToddIf you have been reading this blog in the last week, you know I am in my hometown for the Thanksgiving holiday. While I have been here I have had the unique opportunity to makeover my brother’s apartment.
My brother recently went through an amicable divorce with the mother of his three children. His ex-wife stayed [...]

