Lindsay Ballard
Lindsay Ballard authors the popular DIY home decor blog Living With Lindsay. She strives to help her readers easily create vibrant spaces that combine individual family needs with an eclectic flair.
Moving Beyond a Standard Wall Color
by Lindsay Ballard on May 11th, 2012
The first time my husband and I ever painted a room, we decided we should tackle our unfinished garage as a test of our abilities. We went to the home…. Read more »
Categories: Color, Examples, How to Paint
Do Nursery Colors Affect Sleep Habits?
by Lindsay Ballard on April 23rd, 2012
As soon as you find out that you are expecting, you suddenly have a world’s worth of choices to make. Should you go with a doctor or a midwife? Is…. Read more »
Steps to Paint a Room
by Lindsay Ballard on March 6th, 2012
You’ve psyched yourself up to paint your walls a new color. You’ve found the perfect shade of turquoise (okay, maybe that’s just me). You had the paint mixed at your…. Read more »
Categories: Getting Started, How to Paint, Painting Tips, Planning Your Project
Choosing the Right Type of Paint
by Lindsay Ballard on February 7th, 2012
Have you noticed that there are about four rows of paint cans at home improvement centers? Each type of paint has a specific use, and knowing which type of paint…. Read more »
Categories: How to Paint, Painting Tips
Ignore the Little Voice Inside Your Head
by Lindsay Ballard on January 16th, 2012
Admit it. The best part about a fresh paint job is the rush you feel when you walk into the room. You want to spend time staring at your new…. Read more »
Consider Your Lighting
by Lindsay Ballard on January 6th, 2012
When you decide that it’s time to choose a new paint color for your room, you have more to think about than just deciding on blue versus green. Instead of…. Read more »
Categories: Color, Getting Started, Painting Tips
Choosing the Right Brushes & Rollers
by Lindsay Ballard on December 14th, 2011
The first time I walked into the paintbrush and roller aisle at my local home improvement store, I was tempted to turn around and walk back out. I had no…. Read more »
Categories: Getting Started, How to Paint, Painting Tips, Planning Your Project
Meet Lindsay
by Lindsay Ballard on November 10th, 2011
Howdy! I’m Lindsay Ballard, author of the DIY home decor blog Living With Lindsay. I couldn’t possibly be more thrilled to join the My Colortopia community. Through my blog, I…. Read more »
Categories: Announcements
