DIY bird feeders for kids
Quirky Easter traditions endure Easter traditions can get pretty quirky depending on where you are in the world. In parts of Scandinavia, like Sweden and…
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Kitchen trends: Lava stone countertops
Move over granite, quartz, and marble — lava stone countertops are one of the hottest (sometimes literally) new trends in kitchen design. Made volcanic…
Keep your entire bed fresh: Pay attention to the duvet
Want your bed to look good and smell completely fresh? Don’t forget to wash your duvet. Duvet covers are meant to be removed and washed regularly, but…
Design a pantry for your new home or part of your remodeling project
One aspect of your new home plan requires a very personal touch from you. The pantry is a most-important adjunct to your kitchen. Here are some tips from…
Cleaning traditions from the world’s tidiest cultures
“No little rag cleaning!” That was the motto of many a German grandma who knew that, to be thorough, you had to get down on your hands and knees and…
Focus on the spare bedroom when planning for guests
Decorators say there is a disturbing trend among homeowners nationwide: They are using their spare bedrooms for storage instead of creating a comfortable…
How to winterize your electric vehicle
Electrified cars need some basic protections to keep running smoothly in winter. While many maintenance tips for EVs and hybrids are similar to gas…
Drum up some good luck for the new year
The idea of a new year just naturally suggests new beginnings. Here are some ideas for making the new year lucky. Lucky food: Grapes: Eat 12 grapes at…
Calculating how much paint you will need
Painting your home’s interior is not only a lot of work, it’s expensive. And because the color must be custom-mixed in some cases, you want to be sure you…
Move clothes easily
Here is an easy way to move your clothes to your new home. Simply grab a small bunch of hanging clothes and wrap the hanger hooks with a zip tie or wire….