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How to Decorate a Coffee Table in 6 Steps
A plain coffee table can look finished in minutes, but the order matters. Start with a base, then build height, light, texture, and purpose around it. I’m Anahita, founder of...
How to Decorate a Coffee Table in 6 Steps
A plain coffee table can look finished in minutes, but the order matters. Start with a base, then build height, light, texture, and purpose around it. I’m Anahita, founder of Pilardi, and these are my six steps for styling a coffee table...
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Best Lighting for a Hand-Painted Persian Mirror
A painted Persian mirror can look flat under the wrong lamp and full of life under the right one. The best lighting for a hand-painted Persian mirror shows the frame's...
Best Lighting for a Hand-Painted Persian Mirror
A painted Persian mirror can look flat under the wrong lamp and full of life under the right one. The best lighting for a hand-painted Persian mirror shows the frame's color without washing out the glass or heating the painted surface. I...
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Decorative Wall Mirror Ideas for Every Room
The best decorative wall mirror ideas begin with a room problem. Do you need more light, a strong focal point, or a small work of art above a console? I’m...
Decorative Wall Mirror Ideas for Every Room
The best decorative wall mirror ideas begin with a room problem. Do you need more light, a strong focal point, or a small work of art above a console? I’m Anahita, founder of Pilardi, and I use that question before choosing any...
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How to Store Table Linens Without Damage
Beautiful table linens can suffer more in storage than during a dinner. Dust can abrade fibers, sharp folds can weaken cloth, and sealed plastic can trap damp air. When I...
How to Store Table Linens Without Damage
Beautiful table linens can suffer more in storage than during a dinner. Dust can abrade fibers, sharp folds can weaken cloth, and sealed plastic can trap damp air. When I store a one-of-one ghalamkari textile at Pilardi, I follow the same basic...
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How to Set a Dinner Table: A Simple Guide
A well-set table feels calm because every piece has a place. The plate sits in the center, flatware follows the order of the meal, and the glassware stays within easy...
How to Set a Dinner Table: A Simple Guide
A well-set table feels calm because every piece has a place. The plate sits in the center, flatware follows the order of the meal, and the glassware stays within easy reach. If you’re learning how to set a dinner table, start with...
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How to Organize a Jewelry Box in 5 Steps
A crowded jewelry box hides the pieces you love and gives chains a chance to knot. I use a five-step reset: empty the box, sort each piece, match it to...
How to Organize a Jewelry Box in 5 Steps
A crowded jewelry box hides the pieces you love and gives chains a chance to knot. I use a five-step reset: empty the box, sort each piece, match it to a safe space, then arrange the contents around daily use.The same method...
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