Lise Desormeaux has been the owner of a luxury home staging company since 2002. In 2007 she founded a second business offering do-it-yourself rich media products. The flagship product is a DVD called ‘Home Staging 101.’ Many people can’t afford to hire a decorator and are looking at ‘how-to’ options to quench their decorating thirst. […]
Let’s Get Ready for a Garage Sale!
Hello! My name is Aaron LaPedis and I’m The Garage Sale Millionaire! I’m excited to become a regular contributor here on Second Hand Social – I have lots of tips and tricks I can’t wait to share with you! First, let me tell you a little bit about my background. I’ve been a collector and […]
Pablo Solomon’s Yard Sale Shopping Advice
Although Pablo Solomon is now an internationally recognized artist and designer living the good life, things were not always so good. “I grew up in a multicultural home in some of the poorest neighborhoods in Houston. My parents taught me the value of hard work, education and tenacity. They also taught me how to buy, […]
Earth Day 2012 – You Can Help Save Our Planet
This year marks the 42nd Anniversary of Earth Day. On April 22, more than one billion people around the globe will participate in Earth Day 2012 and help save our planet. People of all nationalities and backgrounds will voice their appreciation for the planet and demand its protection. Together we will stand united for a […]
Designing on a Dime: Creativity is King!
Kay Richards is founder and “Chief Miracle Worker” for Stage-Right Interiors. Kay got her start on ‘designing on a dime” while working the local community theater circuit as a set dresser/props mistress. There was NO budget, so creativity and the ability to make something out of nothing, counted. Interiors have always been my passion, along […]
Decorating on a Dime
Yard Sales, Estate Sales and Flea Markets are great options for finding furniture and home accessories on a dime, but what are the best ways to incorporate second-hand treasures in your home? We interviewed professional Artists, Interior Decorators and Designers to see how they’ve brought second-hand treasures alive in some of their projects. In the […]