September 26, 2017 How to pare down and simplify the laundry room and linen closet If you’re downsizing to a smaller home or just eager to simplify the one you have, you don’t want too many possessions to fritter away your storage space. Read on for help purging and organizing your linens as well as your laundry and cleaning supplies.
September 26, 2017 Your guide to digitizing home movies The shift from film to digital affected how we recorded these memories and changed the way we viewed home movies. If you want to guarantee that you’ll be able to view your movies in the future, you’ll need to digitize those memories now.
September 26, 2017 Why you should plant shade-loving hostas in your garden Hostas prove that variety is the spice of life, at least when it comes to their role in the landscape. Their large leaves come in a range of colors, shapes and textures and last for years. With thousands of hosta species to choose from, there’s sure to be something that will work in the shady spots of your garden.
September 25, 2017 Oprah Winfrey explains obsession with luxurious, over-the-top bathtubs Oprah Winfrey has many "favorite things," but bathtubs are right up there at the top.
September 25, 2017 White House renovations to be completed next week, including new carpets and curtains The West Wing has been under construction around the clock through the last two weeks while POTUS is away.
September 25, 2017 6 tips for cleaning your kitchen's stainless steel appliances and surfaces Stainless steel is a beautiful finish, but to keep it looking its best, especially if you have a family of little ones, can be a big job. Here are a few quick cleaning tips to help you keep your stainless steel gleaming.
September 25, 2017 How to use green to create a calm, relaxing home If you’re looking to soothe your frazzled nerves or ease the tension in your household, color experts like Janice Lindsay suggest you add the color green to your relaxation toolkit. Here are 7 ways to add some green to your home and, as a result, some inner peace to your life.
September 25, 2017 10 ways to get a naturalistic prairie look in your garden Prairie-style planting is one of the strongest and most fashionable movements in gardening right now. Inspired by the flowers of natural prairies, it’s a look full of movement, light and color. It mimics nature in all its layers of planting, adding extra interest through the seasons.
September 25, 2017 How to get a handle on your junk drawer Junk drawers get a bad rap, and while it is (mostly) well deserved, there is a way to get that beast sorted and organized once and for all. From creating categories to making smart choices about what goes in and what stays out, these eight tips can help transform junk drawers into “really useful stuff” drawers, ones that keep small items right where you need them.
September 22, 2017 Incorporate irises in your fall garden for beautiful spring blooms Fall is the standard planting time for irises, although some can also be planted in early spring. You should begin planting bearded irises in summer in the coldest-winter climates. You’ll be rewarded with blooms for years to come.
