Sarah Coffey

Situation: I need extra seating for parties. Solution: Use folding chairs that don't skimp on style. Winter in Chicago has its drawbacks, but the cozy house parties being thrown this...

Situation: How do I start buying artwork on a budget? Solution: Shop at local print shops. The idea of an "art collection" intimidates people, but anyone can have one. Right...

Situation: I am not satisfied with the look of my home, but I don't have the money to fix it up. Solution: Give your place a no-cost makeover by cleaning,...

Situation: How can I find the best deals on furniture? Solution: Take advantage of fall clearance sales. I love fall in Chicago. The days shorten, the weather cools down (but...

Situation: How do I dress up my dorm room on the cheap? Solution: Add lighting, textiles and one-of-a-kind accessories. Chicago is home to nearly 90 colleges and universities, which means...

Situation: I need to cut out clutter before it gets past the door. Solution: Set up an entryway that works. When you get home at the end of a long...

Situation: I want to streamline my home office. Solution: Go portable and paperless. I work from home, but I don't have a home office -- at least not a traditional...

Situation: I want to outfit my bed on the cheap. Solution: Understand thread counts, and shop sales or outlets. With Memorial Day behind us, summer is (unofficially) here. Swimming pools...