The Real Person's Guide to Creating a Beautiful Home Easily and Affordably
How do I determine what style is right for my home? What's the difference between a $200 couch and a $1500 couch? Which kind of window treatments go with which kind of blinds? How can I buy great-looking and durable furniture without breaking my bank account? What about re-upholstering? Where can I get a hold of a seamstress?
All these questions are answered in full by interior designer Sharon Hanby-Robie. In a clear, fresh, down-to-earth style, Sharon brings the inacessible grandeur of the Martha Stewart style to the everyday consumer. The book provides an in-depth test for readers to determine their own personal style, and takes readers through the ins and outs of home design - the construction of furniture and options available for everything from tables and chairs to complete dining sets; where to find the best bargains, and when; planning for future home needs while decorating today; the secrets of the home furnishing industry, and how to use them to your advantage. The most complete and in-depth design book for the masses, 'My Name Isn't Marth' arms the reader with the information necessary to decorate cheaply, and beautifully.
