Spring/Summer Home Improvement 2020
12 Stories • Available March 2020
Houseplants 101
Some of us just aren't gifted with a green thumb. Somehow, plants that have been thriving at a nursery or department store instantly wither and die when we bring them home. Many just accept this
Grow Your Own Vegetables
If you're a DIY hobby champ or an organic-only food snob, you know that nothing parallels the taste of your own freshly grown vegetables. Despite this romantic, bucolic urge, starting a garden --
Arts, Crafts And Fun
The original Arts and Crafts movement began more than a century ago in response to industrialized manufacturing and common reproductions. It has grown into a source of pride, of craftsmanship an
Stylish And Sustainable
Some people have large houses with many rooms. Some people have studio apartments. Some people live in RVs, yurts, villas, co-ops or even boats. But I'll share a secret with you. Are you listenin
Reclaim Your Space
Does walking into your home make you feel overwhelmed by all of the stuff taking up space? Are you constantly making excuses to not have people over, and even avoiding your own abode as much as p
Backyard Oasis
The weather is heating up, and now's the time to prep your outdoor space. Whether you're entertaining guests or simply enjoy being alfresco, you won't regret the time, effort and resources you pu
Organize Your Home
There are lots of benefits to having an organized kitchen: You know your inventory, can easily find what you need and are not overwhelmed with clutter. But getting organized can be a challenge,
Creating An Ideal Home Office
There are many reasons why you might want a home office. Perhaps you're growing tired of commuting to your workplace during hazardous weather days or when you're feeling under the weather -- but
High Humidity Woes
Humidity, or the lack thereof, is always a popular topic. Where I live in northern Colorado, it's dry! We have no humidity. Well, not exactly, but it averages in the low- to mid-20% during the su
Old Counters Become New
Dear James: I have an old laminate kitchen countertop still in good shape. I want to refinish it myself so it looks like real granite. What options do I have? -- Sandra N. Dear Sandra: There ar
Upgrades And Fixer-uppers
*If I'm making upgrades to a new home, is it reasonable to pay for the upgrades in advance? Yes, it is totally reasonable for a developer to ask for payment in advance of the requested modifica
Artfully Placing Your Art
No design project is quite finished without art. It's the final touch, like putting on jewelry. The selection of art is truly personal. Much like beauty, it is the eye of the beholder that qualif
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