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Garden Hacks By Christy Rae Ammons 26 days ago

Your Pothos Plants Will Flourish With The Help Of This Kitchen Leftover

Don’t throw out this kitchen leftover -- it provides immense benefits to your pothos, adding calcium, potassium, and even nitrogen to the soil.

Painting By Christy Rae Ammons 26 days ago

Neither White Nor Beige: This Calming Neutral Paint Color Is Taking Over Bedrooms In 2026

Neutrals are essential to create a cohesive design aesthetic, but in 2026, a more natural-looking tone will be overtaking classics like beige or white.

A kitchen sink in front of robin's egg blue subway tile backsplash

Kitchens By Heather Fishel 26 days ago

Leave Subway Tile Behind: Try This Alternative For A Sleek And Sophisticated Look

Unlike subway tile, this backsplash alternative steals the show with its seamless yet dramatic design. The best part? It's even more practical.

Plates, pots, and pot lids stacked in a plastic basket outside

DIY By Kathleen Shipman 27 days ago

Turn Old Pot Lids Into An Artsy Garden Feature With An Easy DIY

Feel like your garden could use a little personality? Gather as many old pot lids as you can, along with a backdrop, to create the quirkiest display.

Cleaning Hacks By Kathy Adams 27 days ago

Zap Away Stubborn Soap Scum With The Help Of Two Common Kitchen Ingredients

If soap scum is making getting your bathroom sparkling clean nearly impossible, there's a solution right in your kitchen that can help clean through it.

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Home Security By Christy Rae Ammons 27 days ago

Make Your Home More Secure Instantly With One Simple, Affordable Addition

Small home updates can have a huge impact, especially when it comes to security. Keep your space safe from break-ins with one easy, low-cost front door upgrade.

Decor By Kathy Adams 27 days ago

Ditch The Living Room Bar Cart For More Functional Storage Solutions

If you're trying to reimagine your living room, a bar cart can become an eyesore if you're not a regular host — one of these might be a nice replacement.

A cast iron bistro set amongst colorful potted flowers on gravel patio next to a brick house.

Garden By Jennifer Davis 27 days ago

The Vintage Garden Find Collectors Never Skip When Shopping At An Estate Sale

Often worth thousands of dollars, these beautiful vintage garden essentials are always worth a look at estate sales, especially if you have an eye for quality.

Kitchens By Ron Baker 27 days ago

The Small Design Element Everyone Is Adding To Their Kitchens Again

Sometimes, it's the little things that have the most impact in your kitchen’s aesthetics. That's why this simple design element is being revived.

Houseplants By Kristeen Cherney 27 days ago

The Downside To Growing Snake Plants That No One Considers

Snake plants can be a low-maintenance fixture that brings life to your home, but you certainly want to consider this downside before you purchase one.

Collection of shoes cluttering entryway.

Organization & Storage By Adrian Suppes 27 days ago

Too Much Shoe Clutter? You'll Love This Sleek Built-In Storage Solution

If you're constantly tripping over shoes in your entryway, this custom storage solution may be just what you need. Here's how to organize your shoes for good.

A pink pool noodle, a bread knife, and two tan leg warmers

Home Improvement Hacks By Jessica Steinhoff 28 days ago

We Tried Using A Pool Noodle To Stop Winter Drafts And In One Word: Genius

With the help of a common clothing accessory and a kitchen essential, we tried a Dollar Tree pool noodle hack to stop winter drafts -- with surprising results.

Close-up of dated brown wood kitchen cabinets with old scalloped trim

Kitchens By Heather Fishel 28 days ago

Hold The Paint: There's A Better Way To Upgrade Kitchen Cabinets

Before you pull out the paintbrush and start painting the cabinets in your kitchen, consider this affordable, renter-friendly alternative that's way easier.

Flowers By Christy Rae Ammons 28 days ago

The Fast-Growing, Self-Seeding Flower That Fills Your Garden With Colorful Blooms

If you're looking for a quick, beautiful start to your garden this spring, these self-seeding annuals will make things pop with color in record time.

Pests, Weeds & Problems By Danno Wise 28 days ago

5 Natural Solutions To Keep Mice Away From Your Home For Good

As cute as they might look, mice can easily become a menace (and health hazard) in your home. Here are natural, humane ways to prevent them.

Organization & Storage By Christy Rae Ammons 28 days ago

How To Organize Small Bathroom Drawers, From A Pro Organizer

Bathroom drawers can become a hot spot for clutter and overcrowding, but these tips from a professional can help add structure and organization to drawers.

Houseplants By Danno Wise 28 days ago

Keep Your Aloe Vera Plants Lush And Thriving With A Simple Watering Tip

If your aloe isn’t thriving, you may be focused on the wrong thing. This simple watering tip can keep your plant lush, happy, and far from droopy.

Yellow gloves and sponge on side of kitchen sink

Organization & Storage By Amanda Anthony 28 days ago

Turn An Old Plastic Jug Into A Useful Kitchen Sponge Holder

With some craft store and DIY essentials, you can create a unique sponge holder out of a plastic jug that would ordinarily end up in a landfill.

Home Improvement By Ryan Cashman 28 days ago

Skip The Marble And Wood: Mike Holmes Has A Better Idea For Your Countertops

This countertop choice is less prone to scratches than wood and usually more affordable than marble, so it's not difficult to see why Mike Holmes favors it.

Flowers By Ryan Cashman 29 days ago

The Tall Flower That'll Add Height To Your Garden & Attract Pollinators

With its unusually shaped blooms and striking yet delicate hues, this flower is a magnet for pollinators and also makes a grand statement among smaller plants.

DIY By Christy Rae Ammons 29 days ago

Try This Pool Noodle DIY To Create The Sweetest Floral Decor In Minutes

The trick to a lush floral arrangement isn't more flowers — it's pool noodles. This DIY makes creating charming floral displays quick and easy.

Kitchens By Ron Baker 29 days ago

A Popular Kitchen Style Julia Child Always Strayed Away From

Julia Child valued a kitchen built for real life, not for show — which is why this one trendy style that dominated design books never won her over.

Pests, Weeds & Problems By Kristeen Cherney 29 days ago

The Tiny Pest That's Lurking In The Snow: What To Do If It Gets Indoors

An unexpected sight in the cold of winter, these always-active bugs may become a nuisance indoors. Learn how you can prevent any issues in your home.

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Floors & Ceilings By Kristeen Cherney 29 days ago

This Common Carpet Color Is Secretly Making Your Home Look Dated

If you think your space looks outdated and your home sports carpet flooring, chances are it could be this popular, neutral color that's the culprit.

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Laundry By Erika Dale 29 days ago

Say Goodbye To Laundry Messes In Small Bathrooms: IKEA Fans Love This Space-Saving Solution

Laundry storage is easy when you only have one big bin, but that's not the best way to sort clothes. This IKEA hack solves your laundry storage solution.

A woman prunes a bare fruit tree with shears on a cold winter day with snow on the ground.

Plants, Trees & Shrubs By Jennifer Davis 29 days ago

Prune These 10 Trees In February To Keep Them Thriving

In February, before spring has arrived and the bugs are back out, it's a great time to do some yard maintenance. These trees benefit from a quick pruning.

DIY By Ryan Cashman 29 days ago

DIY A Budget-Friendly Firewood Rack From Wood Pallets

Firewood is great in the colder months, but it takes storage space all year long. Here's how to set up a budget-friendly firewood rack with wood pallets.

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