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4 Apr 2008 I have a tiny room and want to make it look more masculine - any tips?
4 Feb 2008 I have used space bags a number of times but they never stay airtight. I am very careful and use the best and most expensive brands. Any suggestions?
2 Nov 2007 I want to paint my house white, but there are so many different shades to choose and from I don't know where to start. Can you help me?
2 Nov 2007 Can you please let me know where you purchased the scallop shells that were featured on p216 of the October issue. I am trying to find about 60 of them to use at my wedding.
2 Nov 2007 I have lots of lovely pieces in my lounge room, but it never looks pulled together. What is the quickest - and cheapest - way to create a theme?
2 Nov 2007 Someone told me my home is harbouring bad energies and that I should rearrange my furniture to make it better. Is this true, and where do I start?
29 Oct 2007 I was just wondering if madison are doing a 2008 diary? I bought the 2007 one and have loved using it all year.
15 Oct 2007 I was wondering if you can send me a recipe from your mag which appears a while ago for passionfruit cupcakes. I loved it so much and accidently threw it away.
8 Oct 2007 I have just moved into my first home, am short on cash but would like to fill some ‘empty spaces’ and buy some furniture. What can I do?
8 Oct 2007 What are the best ways to display photos?
30 Sep 2007 I’ve just had a baby and am worried about using harsh cleaning products around the house. What alternatives are there?
28 Sep 2007 My bedroom is really tiny. How can I make it look bigger?
25 Sep 2007 I work from home and struggle with storage. Do you have any good storage ideas?
24 Sep 2007 I’d love to get started on my own garden but don’t know where to start – can you help me?
16 Sep 2007 I’ve heard a bit about colour therapy and would just like to know what paint colours tend to be best for the home?
11 Sep 2007 What’s the best way to store my winter clothes?
10 Sep 2007 I’ve spent quite a bit on good cutlery but they’re starting to look dull and a stained. How should I care for them?
6 Sep 2007 I can never seem to get my white dresses or sheets as white as they were when I bought them. How long should I be soaking them and what is the best product to brighten whites?

madison Sept 08

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