Everyone has heard a story about a remodeling project gone south in terms of budget. Cost overruns, things they could not foresee, costing more money and time. Many people might think this is limited to large-scale projects, but it can greatly affect something as simple as a re-roof, deck repairs, replacement window swap or other […]
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10 Tips for Handling Clutter in Your Home
A recent survey found that the average Americans are stockpiling 23 unnecessary items in their home and 57 percent keep things for sentimental reasons. A third of Americans also procrastinate throwing out items they no longer need. The study of 2,000 people, commissioned by ClosetMaid, also found the state of the home is so bad […]
Tips for Operating Your Generator Safely this Winter
Generators are critical during severe weather events, when the power can go out, as well as bringing power to remote job sites and in disaster recovery and emergencies. “Not having power when you need it is frustrating, so a generator can provide emergency backup power at a reasonable cost. But, it’s important to follow all […]
New Recipes for Your New Year’s Eve Party
These recipes from Chef George Duran, host of TLC’s “Ultimate Cake Off” and Food Network’s “Ham on the Street,” make it easy to elevate your cheeseboard and serve up delightfully delicate puffed pastries. Each of these dishes features Jarlsberg cheese, which was created in 1956 and remains based on the original Norwegian recipe, offering a […]
Make Your Holidays Merry… and Green
The holiday season is a wonderful time for family gatherings filled with cheer, delicious treats, gift exchanges and… trash. Do your part this holiday season to get more out of the former by producing less of the latter. Here are a few tips to cut the waste out of the season: Wrapping paper Nonfoil wrapping […]
Simple Seasonal Safety Tips
It may be the most wonderful time of year, but it can also be one of the most dangerous. Along with the cooking and decorations that make the season magical, the holidays present risks for home fires and burns. An independent survey conducted by Shriners Hospitals for Children found that many Americans do not follow […]
5 Ways to Transform a Room with Navajo Weavings
Top designers recognize the elegant beauty of Navajo weavings, which are a quick and easy way to bring a new look into your home that is warm, cozy and tranquil. Authentic Navajo rugs and blankets are handmade with quality wool to last for decades, so it is important to find a reputable gallery or dealer. […]
Recipes for Super Moms
I call it the Super Mom effect. You know that moment when you come home tired after a long day and, bam! There it is. Dinner. Cooked and simmering away on your counter because you had the foresight to throw a few ingredients in the slow cooker on your way out the door that morning. […]
That ’70s Home: 5 Trends Making a Comeback
Disco may be dead, but the spirit of the 1970s is not. In homes all across the country, people are adding their own splash of ’70s style in updated, modern ways. Here are five current top decorating trends that have an unmistakable ’70s flair. More Macramé, Please From dip-dyed wall hangings to simple plant hangers, […]

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