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Wimzy Walls
'This Ain’t Your Grandma’s Wallpaper' Article by Robin Seaton Jefferson | Photography by Jenna Whitmore “This ain’t your grandma’s wallpaper.” Though the Chinese are said to have invented wallpaper by pasting rice papers to walls as far back as the Qin dynasty, most of us are more likely to think of the little ducks or flowered patterns on our grandmothers’ bathroom and kitchen walls. This isn’t that. Veronica Schwab and her husband started their custom vinyl wrap company, Cool Touch...
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Top 5 Places to Organize in Your Home
The new year is underway, and now is the perfect time to revamp your home organization. In 2025, homeowners are seeking functional and stylish solutions to maximize their spaces. Whether your goal is tackling clutter or enhancing efficiency, Saint Louis Closet Co. is here to help. Let's get into the top 5 places to organize in your home this year.1. Guest Bedrooms with Home Offices and Murphy BedsGuest bedrooms often serve dual purposes, doubling as home offices or hobby spaces. Maximizing their...
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Ultra-Personal, Bicycle-Themed Lifestyle Destination
Le Vélo Inn: Welcome To A New, Quaint And Thoughtfully Curated Boutique Hotel Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by Le Vélo Inn Given that Susanne and Bill Owens restored a historic 1871 building into a boutique hotel just two blocks from the bicycle-inspired Katy Trail, and given that the French word vélo translates to "bicycle" or "bike" in English, it stands to reason that they christened the new destination spot as Le Vélo Inn. The imaginative bike hotel in...
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Joy On Canvas
Meet An Artist With Love For Creating Colorful, Eye-Catching Artwork Article by Julie Brown Patton After a decade-long career in business and finance, Jessica Hitchcock decided to jump full time into her previously part-time career of art. Now, since 2019, she's excelled in creating artwork that inspires clients and their spaces, while also helping other artists create sustainable art businesses of their own. "There’s something special about working with designers and collectors to bring...
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