After the holiday rush, when the last crumbs have been collected, the last glitter swept, and the final needle vacuumed, while a little sad, I always breath a sigh of relief. The house is back to "normal," -- whatever that means -- and the clutter is gone. I also find it's a time I'm inspired anew to breathe a little extra life into my space. One way to get creative, see your room in a new light, and make changes -- without throwing everything out and running up the credit

I love a good red. Say ... a cab, merlot, montepulciano, or even a syrah. In my glass. In my home ... not so much. So when Pantone released their 2015 "Color of the Year" -- marsala -- I was less than enthusastic. Recent years have featured emerald and tangerine tango ... and this seemed like a step to the dark side. But whether you like it or not, the design/decorating industry will respond. 50 shades of marsala will be the new norm. For those who don't know, marsala is