If you prefer inviting spaces to intimidating ones, many of the elegant touches in the new Southern Living Idea House may appeal to your inner do-it-yourself drive.

The red plaid curtains in a closet designed with the man of the house in mind, just past his private coffee station, were crafted from L.L. Bean sheets. Dining room sconces started as leftover pieces of scrap wood before a unifying creamy paint and simple vases as candle holders made them look like pricey finds. Local

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JANE DUNLAP SATHE The Daily Progress

The show house, presented by the popular Southern Living magazine, is open for public tours Thursday through Dec. 21 at 2863 Palmer Drive in Keswick. Visitors will find QR codes in

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