B4-U-BUY(tm) FYI - Want a new look for your home?

Want a new look for your home without embarking on a major renovation?

Giving your home a makeover may be simpler than you think. Nor do the changes need to be expensive. Try the following design suggestions to make a difference.

Instead of replacing a much-loved but faded couch, consider a slipcover. Quite fashionable at the moment, furniture covers can transform the look of and extend the life of a chair or couch. They can even be ordered through mail order catalogs like Blair Shoppe.
Buying new window coverings can freshen up a room. If the weather is getting warmer, consider replacing heavy drapes with lighter, lacier curtains for a sunnier room.
If you're tired of looking at your carpet, consider covering sections of it with rugs. An area rug is an inexpensive way to add texture and color to a room.
Brighten up your bedroom by adding a new bedspread to your bed. Look for one that fits into the color scheme of your bedroom, but don't wait for one to exactly match your sheets. Many bedding designers are now mixing and matching designs.
Small touches can make a difference. Decorative items can enhance the whole appearance of a room.

Picking out a theme to decorate with can help you achieve a polished decorator look. Find a design element that really appeals to you and then use it repeatedly. If you're fond of butterflies, use them throughout your bathroom in accessories or towels.

Finding these designer touches does not have to be time-consuming. Most of these design elements may be viewed in the comfort of your own living room by leafing through the Blair Shoppe home furnishings catalog. It's certainly easier to visualize a new addition to your living room while you're actually in it.

Blair Shoppe catalogs also offer a wide selection of electronics, appliances, jewelry, healthcare products and much more. For a free copy of Blair's spring catalog, call 1-800-458-2000, KEY ZLK. (NAPSI)