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Kitchen
February 27, 2023 | Monday
The 10 Most Important Products for Meal Prep, According to Chefs
Meal prepping is becoming increasingly popular as a way to eat healthier while saving time and money. But with so man...
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SAVANNAH SHER
Interior Design
February 27, 2023 | Monday
The Most Popular Things to Buy at Wayfair, According to Shoppers
From the kitchen to the bedroom, and even out to the backyard, Wayfair has something for every room in the home. With...
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JASMINE HARDING
Home Improvement
February 27, 2023 | Monday
6 Places Where the Farmers' Almanac Winter Forecast Is Proving True
Every year, the Farmers’ Almanac releases its winter forecast for the country. They offer both a general forecast for...
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DEIRDRE MUNDORF
Other Rooms
February 27, 2023 | Monday
Solved! What Is a Loft in a House?
Q: What is a loft in a house? I’m looking for a new home in the suburbs and that term keeps popping up in real estate...
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SANDI SCHWARTZ
How To's & Quick Tips
February 27, 2023 | Monday
15 Knitting Patterns for Beginners
A few good knitting patterns for beginners are essential for building a repertoire of knitting skills and finished pr...
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JASMINE HARDING
Interior Design
February 27, 2023 | Monday
7 Genius Ways to Disguise Your Appliances
Kitchens are a known gathering place. Between conversations at the kitchen island, baking cookies with loved ones, an...
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KAT HODGINS
Green
February 27, 2023 | Monday
12 Surprising Pros and Cons of Electric Cars
You’ve probably heard the saying, “If something’s too good to be true, it probably is. ” While we wouldn’t necessaril...
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JEFF VASISHTA
Interior Design
February 27, 2023 | Monday
Don't Hide Your Electronics: 7 Ways to Make Devices Work as Decor
You likely use your TV, tablet, speakers, gaming consoles, and other electronic devices nearly every day. However, th...
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DEIRDRE MUNDORF
Buying & Selling Homes
February 27, 2023 | Monday
10 of the Cheapest Places to Buy Land in the U.S.
Whether you’re looking to build your dream home, or invest in a parcel on which to park your RV and enjoy the great o...
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EMILY BENDA GAYLORD
Interior Design
February 27, 2023 | Monday
7 Ways See-Through Fireplaces Can Heat Up Your Home Decor
The see-through fireplace, with designs ranging from rustic to sleekly modern, offers the ambience of a wood-burning,...
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THERESA CLEMENT
How To's & Quick Tips
February 27, 2023 | Monday
7 Ways Rats Are Destroying Your Home, and What to Do About It
Many homeowners enjoy seeing the occasional wildlife on their property – until said wildlife infiltrates their home a...
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LORI LOVELY
How To's & Quick Tips
February 24, 2023 | Friday
The 14 Best Washer and Dryer Deals to Shop in February 2023
Laundry is the relentless chore we love to loathe: wear, wash, rinse, repeat. As with most machines, the latest techn...
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PERRI KRESSEL
Tools & Workshop
February 24, 2023 | Friday
How to Use a Belt Sander
A handheld belt sander will rip through old paint or varnish in minutes. It can smooth flooring or decking at remarka...
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BOB BEACHAM
How To's & Quick Tips
February 24, 2023 | Friday
Daylight Savings Time 2023: 11 Surprising Facts About Time Change
Why do we lose an hour of sleep each spring only to gain it back in the fall? Blame founding father Benjamin Franklin...
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DONNA BOYLE SCHWARTZ
Storm Proofing
February 24, 2023 | Friday
Evacuation Order: Do's and Don'ts for Getting Out Safely
An evacuation order can happen when we least expect it. Being told to leave your home—sometimes immediately—can be sc...
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DEIRDRE MUNDORF
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It’s a trend that's growing in popularity: Houses are shrinking. Homeowners keen on paring down have begun learning how to...
Put your firewood to work! The folks at Studio St. Paul took firewood storage to the next level by burrowing wooden crates...
Not every house is outfitted with an entire mudroom but—as this space designed by Normandy Remodeling proves—you don’t nee...
Ombré, a gradual shift in shading from one color to another, is a hot trend and a great way to add color to a room. Choose...
In today's homes, fireplaces are commonly found in a family room, but historically, they were located in the kitchen, wher...
Take a page from floating book shelves and build boot shelves to make the most of small storage spaces. The cut-out patter...
Oh, what a coat of paint can do—especially a tranquil watercolor shade of blue against pure white. The restful combination...
Wait—don't throw away that old belt! Arranged into large squares or tiles, used leather belts make a uniquely warm and sof...
Chalkboard paint features prominently in this elegant yet unpretentious headboard design. Add a new message daily to reflec...
Using salvaged wood as a wall treatment adds depth and texture that walls often lack. Here, pieces of exterior siding, bar...
The indecisive homeowner need not fret over choosing one (or even two) cabinet colors. The kitchen cabinets in this artist...
If you love the look of an industrial pendant light but can't stand staring at a stark cord, disguise it! A thick jute rop...
Simple and striking, a couple of pieces of "lovingly used" furniture creates a special kind of charm. A weathered chair fo...
First dress up your metal shelves with a coat of paint in an accent color that complements your kitchen decor. Then arrang...
Schlepping hampers to the laundry room becomes a thing of the past with this spacious closet that also houses a stacked wa...
How To: Light a Fire in a Fireplace
At first, it may seem like a foolproof undertaking: You put some wood in the fireplace, light a m...