Michelle Radcliff
Michelle Radcliff has been in the home furnishings and home decor business since 2006. She has been writing professionally on interior design and decorating since 2008. Michelle owns a retail home décor business and manages a home decorating blog called Home Decorating News. She is also one of the contributing experts for LoveToKnow Interior Design Advice. Michelle is currently completing coursework to become a certified interior decorator.
Originally from Wyoming, Michelle moved to Las Vegas in 1987, for physical therapy after sustaining a spinal cord injury in a car accident two years earlier.
Michelle’s interest in interior design began when she was still in high school. However, the idea of travel also intrigued her and in 1997, she earned an associate of arts degree in travel and tourism. Just one year later, Michelle was blessed with a baby girl and became a full-time mom to her new daughter and stepdaughter.
Once her kids were older, Michelle decided to start a home-based business after doing extensive research on Internet marketing. She saw the opportunity to pursue her passion for decorating and design by launching her own home décor business. Michelle began her market research by testing what type of home décor sold well on eBay while she worked on designing and building her retail website. Through blogging and article marketing, Michelle discovered she also had a passion for writing. In addition to her articles on design and decorating, Michelle enjoys writing on a variety of other topics that she has expertise or interest in, such as parenting, gardening and metaphysics.
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Originally from Wyoming, Michelle moved to Las Vegas in 1987, for physical therapy after sustaining a spinal cord injury in a car accident two years earlier.
Michelle’s interest in interior design began when she was still in high school. However, the idea of travel also intrigued her and in 1997, she earned an associate of arts degree in travel and tourism. Just one year later, Michelle was blessed with a baby girl and became a full-time mom to her new daughter and stepdaughter.
Once her kids were older, Michelle decided to start a home-based business after doing extensive research on Internet marketing. She saw the opportunity to pursue her passion for decorating and design by launching her own home décor business. Michelle began her market research by testing what type of home décor sold well on eBay while she worked on designing and building her retail website. Through blogging and article marketing, Michelle discovered she also had a passion for writing. In addition to her articles on design and decorating, Michelle enjoys writing on a variety of other topics that she has expertise or interest in, such as parenting, gardening and metaphysics.
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Teen Girl-on-Girl ViolenceThere is a disturbing trend among teen girls who are attacking each other with a viciousness that makes girl fights of past generations pale in comparison. Find out how you can protect your tween or teen daughter.
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Affordable Decorating with Contact PaperContact paper is a decorative covering similar to wallpaper. Originally designed to use on shelves and the inside of drawers, contact paper can be used for so much more, including glass and even furniture.
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Guide to Victorian bedroom designIf you love a lavishly decorated room with ornate furnishings, a Victorian style bedroom would be a perfect fit for you. Learn how you can put a room like this together with the right furnishings, fabrics and decor.
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Turn your bedroom in to a restful retreatGetting adequate sleep is crucial to your physical and psychological well being. Learn how to create a peaceful, relaxing environment in your bedroom to help you get some much needed quality sleep.
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Summer Jobs for Young TeensA summer job for a young teen will accomplish two important things. It will give the child something to do and hopefully put a few dollars in his or her pocket. Find out what kids under 16 can do to earn money this summer.
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Decorating with Floral PrintsMany people are intimidated by floral prints because they don't know how to incorporate a pattern like this into their design scheme. However, with a few designer tips, you can easily add color and interest to any decorating style with floral prints.
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Spring Cleaning in Your BedroomSpring is the perfect time for fresh starts. Cleaning and organizing your bedroom is a good way to start a chain reaction of positive lifestyle improvements.
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How to choose “green furniture”How do you know if furniture is eco-friendly? Find out what it is made from and how it was made.
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Why You Need to Lock Up Your Prescription MedicationIf you have prescription medication and children in the same house, please read this article. You may not think it applies to you now but you might change your mind by the end.
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What You Can Do with Faux Painting TechniquesThere are many faux painting techniques you can learn to add interest or special finishes to walls, furniture and other household decor.
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Decorate with Easy Easter CraftsWith spring just around the corner, now is a good time to start planning for your Easter decor. Easter is the perfect holiday for easy, homemade decorations.
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Adding a Home BarEntertain in style from home with your own home bar. It's a worthwhile investment and may not be as hard to come by as you think.
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Design Trends: Decorative Ceiling TilesThe decorative, ornate ceilings that were once popular hundreds of years ago are now back in style for both commercial and residential applications. Find out how decorative ceilings tiles make it affordable and easy to embellish your home.
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Rustic decorating syles: Lodge, western, and southwesternRustic decorating can include styles with subtle variations such as lodge, western, and southwestern. Find out what these styles have in common and what makes each one unique.
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Turn Thrift Store Furniture and Accessories into Antique TreasuresYou may think you can only find junk at thrift stores. However, with a little elbow grease and the magic of a faux finish, you can transform outdated, ordinary furniture and accessories into antique treasures!
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Parenting Skills: Could We Learn Something from French Mothers?Do you think most American children today are well behaved, polite and patient? If it's not an accurate description of your kids, you may want to consider hiring a French nanny.
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Easy Home Accents for a Designer LookHave you ever walked through a model home or apartment and wondered how they make the rooms look so attractive and appealing? With just a few extra decorative accessories, you can start transforming the rooms in your home to look just as good!
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Where to Find Parenting HelpRaising children today is considered a bigger challenge than it was for previous generations, according to some experts. Fortunately, there are resources available to help parents who are struggling with the tough issues families are often faced with.
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What's your kitchen cabinet style?Kitchen cabinets are one of the most important design features in your home. The style you choose should make sense with the general style of your home and work well with the other features in your kitchen.
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Eclectic Decorating: How to Make it WorkEclectic decorating is a mixture of different decorating styles. Learn how to combine elements from different styles into a design scheme that works.
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Budget Home Makeovers: Kitchen Cabinet RefacingMore homeowners are opting to save time and money on kitchen remodels by refacing their kitchen cabinets. Find out how much you can save and what your options are for upgrading the look in your kitchen.
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Top Home Improvement Projects for 2012With real estate values at an all-time low, it's a good idea to make your decorating dollars go as far as they can. Find out what areas of your home to focus on if you want to get the best value for your money.
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Decorating Ideas for Small SpacesThe goal of successfully decorating a small space is to make it appear larger. Find out what techniques designers use to accomplish this goal.
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Why Is My Teen Sleeping so Much?If your teen is having trouble concentrating at school or his having unpredictable mood swings, he or she may not be getting adequate sleep. Find out why teens need more sleep than younger children and what you can do to make sure they're getting it.
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Choosing Paint Colors for a Kid’s BedroomWhether you play it safe with neutral colors or you go bold with lots of color, choosing paint colors for your kid's bedroom will require a cooperative collaboration that makes sense with your lifestyle.
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First Person: Making Ends Meet When You’re Low on MaterialRaising a child on a single, fixed income in today's economy poses a lot of challenges. However, if you can find ways to supplement your income and save money on the things you buy, you can maintain a decent lifestyle.
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Embrace a New Decorating Style with Transitional Interior DesignIf you live in a historic home or you own a lot of traditional type furnishings and want to update the look in your home, you can combine traditional and contemporary styles with transitional interior design.
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Easy Tips for Winter DecoratingOnce the holidays are over, you can keep a winter decorating theme in your home using natural elements, a winter color scheme and warm, cozy home accents.
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Hot last-minute gift ideas for teensThe days are counting down fast and you still need that one last gift or two for the young people in your life. Whether it's for family or friends, these last-minute gift ideas should have you covered.
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Amazing ways to decorate with wallpaperWith so many styles of wallpaper available today, you can find a style to match any type of decorating theme. Find out how many different ways you can use wallpaper as a decorating medium in your home.
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A 2012 toast to hoping the Mayans were wrongThere are a lot of different theories about how the world might end or drastically change in 2012. If you had a choice concerning a massive, global event, what would you choose?
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Five Easy Holiday Table Centerpiece IdeasLeft over Christmas ornaments, pine boughs, pinecones, garland and pillar candles are just a few of the items you may already have on hand to make your own holiday table centerpieces.
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Five Common Mistakes that Parents MakeParenting is a tough job and everyone has different parenting styles. Learn how to recognize the most common parenting mistakes and avoid repeating these mistakes by accepting responsibility for them.
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French Country DecoratingFrench country is a great decorating style for those who love traditional decor with an antique or vintage feel. Learn why so many American homes have embraced this classic decorating style.
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How to make easy homemade holiday giftsShow someone how much they mean to you by giving them a homemade holiday gift this year. Putting your time, energy and love into a gift is a great way to express appreciation and gratitude to your loved ones.
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Decorating ideas for your master bedroomYour master bedroom is a personal space that should include everything you need to relax and unwind. Learn how to pick colors and decor that will create the perfect atmosphere for you.
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How much privacy should your kids have?Some parents believe spying on their kids is an invasion of their privacy. I believe privacy for a minor is a privilege, not a right.Also published on:
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One mom’s disgust with MTV’s promotion of pregnant teensTeen pregnancy has been a problem for many years and with shows like '16 and Pregnant' and 'Teen Mom' making celebrities out of pregnant teenagers, we seem to be going in the opposite direction of finding a solution.
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How to choose interior paint colorsWhen you thumb through an interior decorating magazine, you will find rooms painted in rich, striking colors. Learn how to combine the right colors to create this look in your home.
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Keeping your kids busy during the holiday breakThe holidays are supposed to be fun. However, the holidays can also be stressful, especially if you have a house full of kids who have nothing to do. Here are a few ideas for a well-balanced, family holiday break.
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Childhood Memories of Christmas in WyomingChristmas is never more magical than when you are a kid. I was blessed to have grown up in Wyoming, with the best parents, who gave me the greatest gift a child could ever hope to have; wonderful Christmas memories.
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Tuscan Themed DecoratingSome of the most stunning homes in America are decorated with a Tuscan theme. Classic, elegant and colorful, artistic accents give a Tuscan themed home a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
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Dorm room decorating ideasAre you getting ready to move in to a bare dorm room next semester and need decorating ideas? Good, you've come to the right place for tips on dorm furniture, organization and storage and to great ideas for dorm accessories and decor!
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Decorating with Murano art glassAdd a touch of elegance and class to your home with Murano art glass. Rich in culture and tradition, Murano glass is sought after by collectors worldwide.
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Frugal Decorating Ideas for the HolidaysBuying holiday decor can get really expensive. However, there are ways to fill your home with beautiful holiday decor without spending a fortune.Also published on:
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How to Motivate Your TeenA teenager's desire to be helpful around the house seems to have waned from what it once was in the past. Consider my theory for why this has occurred and some possible solutions.
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Thanksgiving “Tree of Thanks” Family Craft ProjectKeep your kids busy indoors with an easy, fun craft project that will make a nice Thanksgiving wall display. You can keep adding to this project every year and watch it grow along with your family.
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Tips for a Teen Bedroom MakeoverIf one of the scariest rooms in your home is your teenager's bedroom, it might be time for a bedroom makeover. With a few good tips and some decorating resources you can help your teen transform his or her bedroom from gloom to glam!
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How to choose the right first pet for your childChildren love animals and most kids are ecstatic over the idea of having a pet of their own. However, owning a pet is a big responsibility and you will need to choose your child's first pet very carefully.
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Go wild with animal print décorAnimal print decor has become very popular, even in upscale homes. Learn how animal print can be incorporated into any decorating style.
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Enhance Your Home with Accent LightingAccent lighting is an important part of your home's design scheme, both indoors and outdoors. Get ideas for adding accent lighting to different areas of your home.
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The Benefits of Joining the Girl ScoutsIf you're looking for a way to keep your daughter busy with fun and educational activities, consider having her join the Girl Scouts. It's a great way for you and your daughter to make new friends and be a part of a worthwhile, community organization.
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My child is spoiled -- how did this happen?Have you ever come to the sudden realization that your child is totally spoiled? it seems to be a growing phenomenon, afflicting teenagers more than any other age group.There is hope and help for these kids and it might be closer than you think.
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3 key elements for potty training successPotty training can be one of the biggest hurdles a parent has to overcome. However, knowing when your child is ready and having a plan can help you and your child succeed without too much drama.
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Thrifty Ways to Redo Your BedroomDo you need some helpful ideas on how to jump start your budget bedroom decorating project? That is just what this article is all about and you may discover some ideas you never thought about before.
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Homeschooling options: Online schoolYou may have seen commercials for K12, which is an online public school for elementary grades through high school. Read this article to find out more about this homeschooling option and how it worked for my daughter.
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Affordable Decorating on a BudgetDecorating on a budget can actually be fun, especially when you discover how easy it is to create your own, unique decor out of items you already have on hand. In addition, once you start finding hidden treasures that cost very little,
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Things You Should Know Before Deciding to Homeschool Your KidsHomeschooling can be a great option for some families. However, there are things parents needs to consider when deciding if homeschooling is the right option.
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Architectural Styles of Historic American HomesThere are many different architectural styles of historic American homes. Find out what style your historic home is by the features and characteristics of it's design.
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Ways to encourage your child to readGood reading skills are the foundation of your child's education. Don't leave it up to public schools to make your child a great reader. Encourage your child to read often to help increase this vital skill.
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Parenting challenges: Divorce, separation and blended familiesKnowing that children are affected the most by a separation or divorce should encourage us as parents to make this transition less painful for them. While these parenting challenges are never easy, there are steps you can take to help your kids adjust.
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10 Tips for Keeping Your Kids Active During FallFall is a great time of year to get outdoors with your kids and enjoy being active in the cooler temperatures. There are also great indoor activities your family can do together that don't involve watching TV or playing video games.
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Talking with Your Teen About Alcohol and DrugsCommunication between parents and teens can challenging, especially on subjects like drugs and alcohol. However, it's important to learn how to talk to your teen about using these substances, which can have a huge impact on your entire family.
