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Ideas + Advice
Baby's First Bed
September 20, 2023
For new and expecting parents, the wait before the arrival of your baby can be an overwhelming and anxiety filled time. Between car seats, diapers and baby bottles, the nursery might take the cake for most intimidating. What are the most important things to remember when shopping for newborn furniture? Where should the baby sleep? The answers are different for every family and will depend on your personal needs. Here’s where to start.
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Seasonal Trends
Style Guide for Fall
September 13, 2023
Shifting seasons make us want to switch up our space. Here is a few ideas to get your home ready for autumn!
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Ideas + Advice
Why We Love Ashley Furniture
September 12, 2023
Ashley Furniture is stylish, trend-setting and affordable. With something for everybody, Ashley is our go-to brand when pairing affordable furniture with on-trend.
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Ideas + Advice
Make It Your Own With Jonathan Louis
September 10, 2023
Jonathan Louis is one of the top upholstery brands at Homemakers with furniture that is stylish, affordable, and customizable.
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DIY + How-To
How to Stick to a Cleaning Schedule You’ll Actually Follow
September 09, 2023
Find free daily, weekly and monthly printing schedules to keep a clean house.
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DIY + How-To
Storing Your Summer Furniture for Winter
September 08, 2023
As the seasons shift and nature begins its annual transformation, it's time to turn our attention to the changing needs of our outdoor spaces. In this concise guide, we'll provide you with advice on preparing your outdoor furniture for winter.
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Ideas + Advice
Industrial Modern Style for Every Budget
August 31, 2023
Originating from repurposed warehouses and factories, the industrial style effortlessly blends raw materials, utilitarian design, and a touch of urban sophistication to create a unique and appealing ambience. In this blog, we will delve into the key elements of industrial interior design and explore how you can infuse this style into your space.
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Ideas + Advice
Use Design Elements to Make Your Space Feel Bigger
August 18, 2023
For both apartment dwellers and renters, the struggle with limited living space is all too familiar. Dealing with decorating and arranging furniture can be quite challenging. However, fear not, as we have some valuable tips to help you maximize your space and create the illusion of a larger, more open environment.
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@Homemakers
Build an Itinerary at the Iowa State Fair
August 01, 2023
The Iowa State Fair is one of the best things about an Iowan summer. We put together a list of what you should do at the State Fair. If you’re looking for an added challenge, head over to our Instagram and find our Bingo card.
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Redecorate Like a Cyclone with the Iowa State Men's Basketball Team
June 22, 2023
We partnered with the We Will Club to help the student-athletes at Iowa State. The men's basketball team came in store to pick out items for their apartments.
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Ideas + Advice
South Western Style for Every Budget
June 16, 2023
If you find desert landscapes beautiful and romantic and you love a rugged, lived-in style with animal hide rugs, take some notes from the Southwest next time you’re redecorating. The Southwestern style is multi-faceted and can take on a variety of different looks. It can lean chic and modern as well as rugged and rustic. Commonly recognized for being inspired by Native American Art, this earthy, organic, and rugged style is strongly associated with the desert.
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