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<title>Dana Plazyk - EzineArticles Expert Author</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Dana Plazyk writes about flowers, decorating and life in general and hopes to inspire those who read her words to realize that "creative" is just at one's fingertips. In 1988 Dana founded Flowers By Design with $200 and blind faith. The company is now a premier wholesale distributor of high-end silk flowers, with a strong online presence since 1998. Also, her How-To Design With Silks video series brings an easy step-by-step approach to designing with silks. Dana is married and has one child in college. Besides flowers and decorating, she also loves writing, gardening, travelling, singing, reading, cooking and playing ... ]]></description>
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<title>How to Clean Silk Flowers</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Silk flowers and plants add that extra touch to any decor, but undoubtedly, with time, dust and grime might settle on them.  Here are some simple solutions to restore your silks to their original beauty.]]></description>
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<title>How Silk Flowers Are Made</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2009 15:13:53 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The art of making artificial silk flowers has not changed much throughout history as the basics of this craft have remained the same. These basics, however, only provide a framework for the art. It is the artists' creativity which make a silk flower special and lead to the diversity in construct around the world. Knowledge about the real flower which is being imitated is vital in this art and the best craftsmen painstakingly dissect flowers and recreate the whorls of the flower accurately. The petals are then cut and either glued or sewn to the other petals which recreate the flower. The basic process for creating silk flowers is listed below:]]></description>
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<title>The History of Silk Flowers</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2009 15:12:32 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[From the time of the pharaohs, people have tried to replicate the beauty of nature. In 18th century France, flowers made out of silk spearheaded a movement that ever popular today. Get a glimpse of how silk flowers originated.]]></description>
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<title>Finding a Reliable Silk Flower Wholesaler</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2009 14:01:04 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[What at the advantages of buying silk flowers from a silk flower wholesaler?  You would be surprised at the quality and quantity available from wholesalers.  But, as always, a little bit of research allows you to buy silk flowers in bulk from the silk flower wholesaler that best fits your needs.]]></description>
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<title>How to Create a Beautiful Easter Centerpiece</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 13:15:53 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A table floral centerpiece defines the mood of a party.  Even if you've never delved into making one, this is one that you should try.  Simple to make this wreath centerpiece is perfect for Easter, garden parties, baby or wedding showers or tea parties.]]></description>
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<title>Slipping Into Spring - Simple Ideas to Help Us Out of the Winter Blues</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 15:36:30 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Winter is over, spring has sprung, but you haven't.  You're worried about the economy, about economic uncertainty, about losing your job.  Instead of spiraling down, take some virtually costless steps to point yourself into the right direction.  Attitude makes the biggest difference. Here are some ideas that will help!]]></description>
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<title>The Secret to Selling Your Home in 2009 - Staging!</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 16:06:46 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This is not the time the succumb to the misery of this unstable economy.  If you want to sell your house in 2009 you must consider it a contestant in a race.  How do you "train" your house to come first?  You stage it by making it appealing so that potential buyers will fall in love with it.  Here are some simple ideas that will help you in getting the job done.  May the best staged house win!]]></description>
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<title>Rose Petal Power For Valentine's Day</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 07:39:14 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Valentine's Day decor is the pinnacle of the love fest we have come to know and enjoy each February. How can we forget the colorful construction paper Valentine's card holders we made as kids, eagerly waiting to take them home and open the tiny tokens of friendship from our friends and crushes? ]]></description>
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<title>Valentine's Day Traditions</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 16:21:01 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Everyone loves Valentine's Day...but where did the tradition originate?  Take a little trip into history and discover the roots of this romantic and timeless holiday.]]></description>
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<title>Undecking the Halls - The Art of Taking Christmas Decorations Down</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 15:16:07 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When you're ready to decorate for the Holiday Season, there can't be anything more frustrating that opening up your Christmas decorations to find broken ornaments, tangled lights or, worse yet, leaving a whole box of decor in the attic and not even realizing until you start to pack it all away! ]]></description>
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<title>Outdoor Holiday Decorating</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 10:46:02 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Holidays have become a time of frenzied outdoor decorating with Americans spending an average of $900 to $1300 for lights, inflatables and a professional light installer. The cost depends on the size of the home and how elaborately it is decorated. But what about those of us who would rather have a more subtle approach to outdoor decorating, while still displaying major holiday curb appeal? ]]></description>
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<title>Giving Your Fireplace Mantel the Holiday Treatment</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 09:00:21 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[We all love the thought of a stately fireplace mantel, decorated with evergreen boughs, holiday nick-knacks and most of all the family stockings hanging with care, in hopes that Saint...well, you know the rest of the story. Amazingly, the tradition of mantel decorating has lasted pretty much unchanged throughout the years, since the popularization of the legend of St. Nicholas and his generosity to those in need. ]]></description>
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<title>The Hostess With the Mostest - Giving Great Party Gifts</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 21:31:26 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you're invited to a Christmas get-tegether it's nice to take something that will both thank the hosts for the invitation and leave them with a useful gift.  Here are some simple ideas to create thoughtful hostess gifts that will long be remembered.]]></description>
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<title>Giving Your Stair Banister the Holiday Treatment</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 09:35:17 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Chances are you decorate your entry door and windows over the holidays. If you have a fireplace mantle, you most certainly take advantage of hanging your stockings and showing off your Christmas collectibles. ]]></description>
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<title>Quick and Inexpensive Decorating For Holiday Get-Togethers</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 16:44:58 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[What do you do when a last minute get together is planned...at your house? Using inexpensive items and existing house wares, you can create beautiful accents, centerpieces and greenery for every room.]]></description>
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<title>Trim, Trim a Tree!</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 14:06:27 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Did you ever wonder what the best way to decorate a tree might be?  Follow these simple steps to impress and enjoy!]]></description>
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<title>Interior Designing For the Holidays</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 13:31:55 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When decorating for Christmas make your house feel in sync by following some common sense, but often forgotten steps.  Showcase your heirlooms while incorporating new decorations.]]></description>
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<title>Trendy Christmas Trees</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 09:27:12 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There's no limit to one's imagination and when it comes to decorating Christmas trees.  Celebrate Earth by dolling your tree with feathers, twigs and ornaments made from seeds, relive your childhood by dressing up your tree princess style, or go back to tradition by playing up beautiful red hues.]]></description>
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<title>Holiday Decorating - Working With What's in Your Home and Using Silk Greenery</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 11:34:55 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Decorating every room in the house for Christmas can be an overwhelming task...but greenery can make the job a snap.  Be inspired by your existing decor!  Use these quick decorating tips to turn your home into a Christmas wonderland!]]></description>
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<title>Bringing Christmas Into Any Room With Greenery Wreaths, Garlands and Swags</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 10:24:23 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When decorating for Christmas, everyone's goal to make their home look and feel warm and inviting. The Holiday Season is short, so make your home shine by creating a theme and adding touches of Christmas to every room.]]></description>
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<title>Christmas Decorating in a Pinch - Putting Your Creativity to Work</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 10:22:26 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This year we may have to accommodate an uninvited Christmas guest...The Economy!  But here are some ideas to how not to let it spoil your fun by using your own creativity.  Repurposing older decorations and coming up with a fill-in plan before going shopping may just be the answer.]]></description>
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<title>Christmas Tree Light Magic - How to String Them For Maximum Wow!</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 10:18:21 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There's nothing more memorable than a family gathering around a lit Christmas tree, singing carols and opening presents.  But how do you get that perfectly lit Christmas tree?  These easy steps will help you achieve your goal in no time!]]></description>
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<title>Simple Ideas For Decorating a Christmas Tree</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 10:17:53 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If puzzled with how to display all your wonderful ornaments on a tree, it helps to organize them by theme and purpose.  Having more than one tree makes the job easier and provides a showcase for all your favorite ornaments.  Here are more ideas on making your Christmas more memorable.]]></description>
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<title>How to Professionally Decorate a Christmas Tree</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 10:15:45 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Did you ever wish you had a Christmas tree that was professionally decorated?  Of course, you can hire a professional for instant gratification...or you can try these steps.]]></description>
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<title>Color Me Christmas - Designer Colors in Holiday Decorating</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 10:15:09 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A perfectly decorated house for Christmas may just be at your fingertips.  Think outside of the box by coordinating Christmas decor with your existing color scheme.  Use themes that are dear to you to create fun and innovating vignettes.  Repurpose every day items to create a Christmas theme that will evoke memories and will create new ones. Have fun decorating and let yourself be inspired by these ideas.]]></description>
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<title>A Brief History Of The Christmas Tree And Ideas To Keep The Traditions Alive</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 15:30:13 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Christmas decorating has become a tradition throughout the world.  But where did it originate and what does it mean?  Travel with us through a brief historical recount of how it all got started.  Next time you string your lights or hang your ornaments, know that it's not just a Christmas tree you're decorating, but instead, you're keeping an ancient tradition alive.]]></description>
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<title>Silk Flowers and Artificial Plants Are Great For Outdoor and Indoor Decorating</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Jun 2008 13:33:52 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Silk flowers have come a long way. The plastic flowers our grandmothers used to decorate are indeed a part of the past. Today's silk flowers are true to nature, and versatile to say to least. They can be used both indoors and outdoors, they are easy to work with, and the are the answer to virtually instant decorating. Consider the following few of many uses of artificial flowers and plants.]]></description>
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