Around the House
Fire Up the Grill
Nothing is better for summer days than smoky, mildly charred meats, veggies, and fruits. Grilled food can taste even better (and your grill can last longer) with consistent cleaning. Here are some things to consider: Grates: Clean grates completely after every use (key word: after; it's...
Square Foot Gardening
With just a few unconventional techniques, you can have a beautiful, unique, and organized garden that doesn’t take too much effort. Picture your garden: Is it overgrown with weeds? Is it ugly and embarrassing? Are there any edible plants at all? Now imagine a new garden without these common...
Apartment Gardening
Many apartment dwellers may have resigned themselves to living without a garden. But even with limited space and resources, you can grow some great things through container gardening. Container gardening is about your only option if you only have a balcony or a patio. Don't fear; you can grow...
Landscaping 101
You might think you have to hire someone to make the perfect yard a reality, but anyone who is willing to take the time and use the right tools can create their own picturesque landscape. There are so many things to consider in landscaping that you might feel intimidated when it comes to making...
Perfect Picking
How can you tell when those fruits and vegetables are at their prime and ready to harvest? There is often a window that may only last a few days and you certainly want to eat or preserve those veggies when they are at their best. Here's a description of the most common vegetables and fruits...
Christmas Cleanup
Sooner or later you'll be putting away the Christmas fanfare. If you followed our tips for unloading your decorations, the cleanup should be easier. Here are a few more tips in putting away your decorations to help you prepare for decorating next year and protect the decorations you have. Lights....
Art and Soul
Art has a special way of adding joy, beauty, and personality to any home. But how do you choose what to put on your walls? From hanging your favorite pieces to selecting the best frames, here are some tips on how to display your most meaningful artwork throughout your home while creating your own unique style.
Winterizing Plants
Don't forget your plants as you make preparations for winter! You take special steps to get your house, car, and kids ready for the winter, but what about your plants? When you start to reach for your jacket, make sure you take the following steps to help your green beauties: Get...
Family Work Day
As a couple with young children, it was always difficult for my wife and me to finish home improvement projects around the house. One of us was always caring for the kids while the other tried to paint, rake, hammer, or mow as quickly as possible. Some of our projects seemed insurmountable with just the two of us. Then a neighbor introduced us to the concept of "family work day."
'Stitching' in Time
Ever wonder about a practical application for the phrase "a stitch in time saves nine"? Look around your house and you'll likely see plenty of examples - fraying rugs, torn blankets, even broken windows can apply. Start avoiding the extra work created by negligence and check out these tips for...
Prepping Your Garden
Here's a list of helpful chores to jumpstart your plants for beautiful blooming this season. Clean and Sharpen Tools: If you didn't do this during the winter, do it now. Clean, sharpened, and dry tools will prevent you from doing extra work. Three-sided bevel files work well for sharpening, as...
Spring Cleaning Tips
The birds are singing and the flowers are blooming, but after a long winter, our homes may need some freshening up. Here are some tips for bringing new life to some common items around your house. Cleaning Blinds Try cleaning vinyl shades with dryer sheets. This removes surface dirt and...
Kid-friendly Decorating
Contrary to popular belief, you can enjoy a beautifully decorated home while raising an active, growing family. Many parents of young children try to make do with less-than-ideal furnishings until the kids are grown. But by the time that happens, grandchildren may not be too far off, and sooner than...
Conquering Garage Chaos
Is your car parked outside, covered in snow because your garage has been declared a disaster area? Here are some tips for organizing your garage so you can enjoy the rest of the winter without have to scrape the ice off your windshield. *1. Sort items.* Place everything into one of four piles:...
Under Lock and Key: Your Guide to Burglary Prevention
According the FBI, the majority of burglaries occur in July and August while millions of Americans are on vacation. People tend to think "It won't happen to me," but with a burglary occurring every fifteen seconds in the U.S., your chances of being robbed are higher than you think. There's a lot you can do to tighten the security of your house, so consider these easy-to-do tips as essential to your home's safety.
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