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How to Create a Colorful Casual Summer Apartment Balcony

Do you remember earlier this summer when I shared our "Romantic Botanical Balcony" with you? Well, we are still enjoying that little private oasis as much as possible, but I'm excited to tell you that I have yet another balcony to share with you before… Read More

Our New Brass & Black Living Room Lamps

Hello, there! How about a little retail therapy today? All kidding aside, I recently went to turn off the dimmer knob on one of our old lamps next to my spot on the sofa, and that baby was so HOT. To top it off, I… Read More

3 Important Features Not to Overlook When Searching for Your Home

Hello, there! I've been missing in action lately 😚, so I hope I haven't worried anyone who follows along here at redheadcandecorate.com. After the loss of my beloved mom in September, I decided to take some much needed time off. I was definitely "due" for… Read More

Take a Tour of Our Gorgeous North Carolina Beach Lighthouse Rental

Hi guys, Julie here! I've been missing in action lately because I took a little time off with my husband on the North Carolina coast for our vacation. I hope you enjoy this beautiful tour of our gorgeous North Carolina Beach Lighthouse! This is our… Read More

How to Create a Romantic Botanical Summer Apartment Balcony

Are you searching for creative summer ideas for your apartment/condo balcony? Maybe you have a small patio/deck at your house and you are trying to figure out how to decorate such a small space for you, and your significant other? Heck, maybe you just want… Read More

How to Make Mild Roasted Cubanelle Pepper Recipe

If you have never heard of "CUBANELLE" peppers, you are in for peppery treat today. Not all roasted peppers need to burn your mouth, esophagus, and cause acid reflux to taste good. Back in the 90's my Italian husband and I found the Cubanelle peppers… Read More

How I Created My Chic Private Bathroom with Dressing Room

The master bathroom can be, and should be a space where you can rejuvenate completely from head to toe. When I say head to toe, I am referring not only to the exterior of our body, but also our minds. When you wake into a… Read More

Who I Work Out with Daily in My Living Room

It's that time of year when many folks are trying to get back in shape for the warm months ahead. My husband and I are looking forward to a vacation to our favorite beach, so we are in LOSE WEIGHT MODE. We are eating healthier… Read More

How to Make Redhead’s Weight Loss 117 Calorie Protein Omelet

We are both once again on a mission (at ages 53 & 56) to get healthier after a little over indulging over the long winter months. Here's one of the best weapons 💪🏻 I have for losing weight fast, and I'm calling it "Weight Loss… Read More

How to Easily Transform a Closet into a Home Office

I never thought I would say this, but redheadcandecorate.com headquarters is located in the closet! It's a darn nice facility, too 😆. I am bursting at the seams because I am so excited to finally share this cute small work space idea on "How to… Read More

How to Make Redhead’s Lasagna Recipe

It's still very cold up here in Michigan, so to help warm us all up I made a big batch of hot, bubbling, cheesy lasagna. This is my second lasagna recipe that I've shared on redheadcandecorate.com, but in all honesty, this one completely outshines the… Read More

Chic Charcoal & Purple Living Room

Purple is such an underrated, gorgeous, accent color when adding vibrant pieces to your home, and is often over looked. I think you'll see just a little bit can add chic elegance to a space like no other color can. I hope you are intrigued… Read More

How to Create a Thrift Store Basket Wall Corner

Maybe you've seen folks decorate the big wall over their sofa with woven baskets? If you haven't, it sure is a really cute, affordable idea that can be worked into any decor style. But! Have you ever seen a corner decorated with baskets? If the… Read More

Tips on How to Get Your Red Hair Color Back for Natural Redheads Over 50

If you're searching for reliable ideas to bring back your vibrant flaming red hair 🔥 , you've come to the right place (if you're here for the spring wreath video, just skip to the bottom of this post!). I am in fact a natural, very… Read More

How to Make Stuffed Zucchini

Stuffed zucchini is one of my favorite go-to dishes to help my husband and I stay on a healthy track, or even get back on track after the holidays. This savory satisfying recipe is extremely versatile in that you can use ground beef, ground turkey,… Read More

How to Make a Fake Orchid Look Real

Have you ever come across a pretty potted orchid in a department store? An orchid so drop dead gorgeous, that you don't want it because it's too perfect 😆? It happened to me a couple weeks ago at the store, and I left it there… Read More

How to Bake Easy Overnight Artisan Bread at Home Easily

If you've always been a little intimidated to bake homemade bread at home, let me tell you straight from my little kitchen, you need not be afraid anymore. In fact, you'll be so proud of yourself you may bake three loaves in one week like… Read More

Life Changing/Space Saving Tips for Modern Apartment Living

Welcome to REDHEADCANDECORATE.COM'S "Life Changing/Space Saving Tips for Modern Apartment Living". If you're thinking about moving to, or currently live in an apartment (or any small home), and you desire clever/practical ideas to help create a home that is extremely enjoyable to live in, you've… Read More

Turn Boring Christmas Wreath into Beautiful Valentine’s Day Wreath

While visiting the dollar store recently, I noticed a very sparkly, red cursive "Love" sign, and knew immediately that I had to have it. You see, I had this very old, boring, Christmas wreath that I have used for many, many years on our apartment… Read More

My New Favorite Kitchen Gadgets for Organizing a Small Kitchen

I have very exciting news! The lovely new apartment community we live in has invited me (eek!) to contribute to their monthly newsletter. So now, our fellow neighbors can benefit from signing up to redheadcandecorate.com utilizing all the helpful creative ideas I try here in… Read More

How to Make Cherry Cheesecake Cocktails

There's no better way to celebrate the New Year, Christmas, or any special occasion more than with homemade cheesecake! It's sweet, creamy, and everyone shares a universal love for cheesecake. These easy no-bake individual serving Cherry Cheesecake Cocktails are a fun alternative to traditional style… Read More

How to Create 5 Minute Holiday Pillows

I'm "wrapping" up Christmas today with one of the easiest tips to dress up your sofa, bed, or cozy chair quickly, and affordably. This neat pillow idea came to me while decorating earlier this year (I was inspiredly by a catalog), and I purposely saved… Read More

10 Christmas Decorating Ideas that are Almost Free

Money is tight for everyone, so I thought it would be helpful to share "10 Christmas Decorating Ideas that are Almost Free"! I've done many affordable holiday projects since 2012, so I've literally lost track. Luckily...I have my friends from the Thrifty Style Team to… Read More

Our New Cozy Apartment Dressed for Christmas

Welcome to the much anticipated 2022 Holiday Housewalk hosted by my talented friend, Jennifer Rizzo. This is my 4th year participating in the online Christmas home tour and I must say it stands out as one of the most challenging. Many changes have taken place… Read More

2022 Christmas Giveaway

I hope you all had a nice Thanksgiving! This was a tough one for us after the recent passing of my mom. I know I am not alone in missing special loved ones, especially over the holidays. I'm keeping busy decorating our apartment for Christmas… Read More

Our Cozy Luxurious Apartment Master Bedroom

We fell in love with our apartment master bedroom the very first night we stayed over in our "new pad". We honestly didn't know what to expect because after all, it is an apartment, and we haven't lived in an apartment in 30 years. Well,… Read More

How to Bake the Easiest Dutch Apple Pie Ever

If you're searching for the easiest Dutch apple pie recipe, you found it. My dad who is in his late 80's makes this sweet, yet tart apple pie several times a year, and doesn't even need to look at the recipe anymore. We make it… Read More

How to Create I Miss Mom Thanksgiving Tablescape

I would love to be able to pretend everything is okay over the holidays, but it's just not possible, especially as a menopausal emotional redhead. I wear my heart on my sleeve, and of course my sweet family will understand. I'm still grieving over my… Read More

How to Decorate a Halloween Apartment Balcony & Door

Halloween comes at a great time this year to help cheer me and my family up. To us, Halloween is not so much about being "scary" (okay maybe it is 😆), but adding in a little clever humor never hurt anyone. When I found out… Read More

How to Create Fall Hydrangea Trinket Leaf Bowls

I wanted to give our grown kiddos a gift they could cherish from their "childhood home" that would remind them of the years they spent imagining, growing, & playing in the yard together. When my talented friend posted a tutorial on how to make a… Read More

How to Decorate a Cozy Fall Corner

I'm discovering in our new apartment "experiment" that it really doesn't take much space to create a beautiful, warm nook for myself to unwind and relax. We owe it to ourselves to have that space in our home that is waiting for us when we… Read More

Our New Modern Apartment Accessories

I'm happy to tell you guys that we are all moved into our new temporary apartment, and I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT. Now, although we are moved in, that does not mean we are unpacked 😆. We still have a ton of organizing to do, but… Read More

How our New Apartment Looks Before Decorating

It's official! Our house is now in the hands of the new owners 🙌🏻. Many folks seem to be shocked that we decided to take a break until we build again, in an apartment. I will tell you though, I am enjoying the simplicity and… Read More

Fall Floral Ombre Wreath Giveaway

Hey, guys! I know many of you probably know that we recently sold our beloved home and are in the process of moving out, and preparing it for the new owners. We have split the move into 2 moving days, so we are about half… Read More

Simple Recipe for Gemelli & Meatballs w/ Marinara Sauce (Pumpkin Pie, too!)

We are getting ready for the movers to come next week, so I haven't been cooking too much 😢. The other night I put down the boxes and tape and decided to create some comfort food for us one last time in our beloved kitchen.… Read More

Take 4 Virtual Tours of Redhead Can Decorate’s Home

Hey, guys! While I'm knee deep packing up our home (we sold in 4 days 😲) for our big move, I thought it would be fun to take you on the 4 virtual tours the realtor had created for our MLS listing. I've never seen… Read More

A Look Back at Redhead Can Decorate’s Best Affordable DIY Projects

I have 2 EXCITING reasons to take a look back at Redhead Can Decorate's best affordable DIY projects today...the first one being that it's that time of the month where I join my favorite Thrifty Style Team ladies to bring bring you our money saving… Read More

Redheadcandecorate.com’s House is for Sale!

Today's the day! Rick and I have poured our hearts and soul into our home here in Michigan, but our little birdies have flown away to build their dreams, so it's time for us to find a smaller nest. Wouldn't it be fun if one… Read More

How to Purge for a Move the Easy Way (Plus My Gorgeous Planter Giveaway)

If you haven't heard Why We Are Moving yet...yes, we are selling our home here in Southeast, Michigan! I wrote all about it last week just in case you need to catch up you can click here. Meanwhile at the old ranch 😆, I can't… Read More

How to Create a Wilted Rose Tiered Tray (plus BIG NEWS!)

NEWS ALERT: Don't throw away your wilted roses! My husband gifted me 2 dozen red roses for my birthday last week ♥️ and when they began to wilt, I just couldn't stop admiring their beauty. In fact...I think I prefer wilted roses more then fresh… Read More

How to Make Beef & Peppers in the Crockpot

Everyone is struggling right now with food prices, so I decided to hold up on the decorating this week and share one of the best recipes I make that goes a long way (and is also inspired by my DAD). My husband absolutely drools-I mean… Read More

10 Simple Summer Picnic Party Ideas

Welcome to the "Thrifty Style Team" monthly series, where this month we are focused on "Simple Summer Picnic Party Ideas" just in time for the holiday in both the USA & Canada 🙌🏻! As a special treat, not only are we sharing affordable home decorating… Read More

Where We Escaped for a Quiet Romantic Beach Getaway

I think we may have found the cure for everything. If you desire RELAXATION, PRIVACY, and ROMANCE...you just found it. BONUS: it happens to be located directly on the ocean with your very own private panoramic ocean view. You see, my husband and I recently… Read More

Our Simple Patriotic Front Porch Tour

Good morning, my friends! Redhead here sending you best wishes for a peaceful, restful, long Memorial Day weekend. I hope you enjoy sifting through our "Simple Patriotic Front Porch Tour" which was delayed last week due to 2 baby birds living in the previous wreath… Read More

How to Create a Simple Patriotic Beach Hat Wreath

I am completely guilty of creating patriotic decor that ends up looking a little over the top. In other words, tacky 🤭. Sorry, I said it, but please know I adore and respect our beautiful American flag-in fact, that's my point. The American flag is… Read More

How to Create a Milk Glass Fruit & Cheese Appetizer Tower

With graduation parties, weddings, and BBQs popping up this summer, I thought it would be fun to share a cute idea for an appetizer display. I actually came up with this idea by chance when I was doing the dishes 😳. I was washing out… Read More

How to Create a No-Cost Mother’s Day Table

Rick and I were so very blessed to witness an immediate connection between our moms through the early years of our marriage, and when our children were young. Sadly, my beautiful mother-in-law is no longer with us, so I try to bring her memory alive… Read More

How to Create a Thrift Store Milk Glass Flower Tower

If you're searching for a unique, affordable spring centerpiece for a family gathering, or a special occasion, you are going to flip when I tell you how simple it is to "Create a Thrift Store Milk Glass Flower Tower". When you're family sees the tiers… Read More

How to Decorate Your Home with a Personalized Neon Sign

As a little girl I remember gazing up at the super cool neon PIZZA sign hanging on the brick wall at the local pizzeria my mom loved to take me to. It was "Buzzy's" pizza in Niagara Falls, NY, and of course I loved the… Read More

The Best Vacuum I ever Owned

Okay friends...we have not one, not two, but three rescue cats, and I am not messing around with you when I say, this is "The Best Vacuum I ever Owned"! I've been around for almost 53 years, was a maid at the Holiday Inn at… Read More

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