While the kitchen was once considered a workspace, hidden in the rear of a house, it’s now become a gathering place – a central area where friends and family congregate…
Browsing: Home & Garden
I have been gardening since I was five. My father encouraged me to grow beets in his vegetable garden, and I remember pulling the purple roots from the row I…
My daughter and her 2-year-old son garden on their deck. While they don’t exactly slay the grocery bill with their bounty, they do enjoy the time spent together. My grandson…
When it comes to changing the look of a room, it’s hard to beat painting. The possible combinations of colors and techniques are virtually endless, especially when you incorporate faux…
This holiday season, as you drive around town experiencing the magnificent light displays throughout our fair city, you may take a moment to wonder: Why do people devote countless hours…
If your children are anything like mine, they’re asking to bring out the Halloween bins in August and the Christmas decorations in October. Though our children’s enthusiasm can be contagious,…
We send our kids off to school with great intentions, but most of us can attest to the fact that homework can get out of control fast. School supplies scattered…
What does the price of mixed paper in China have to do with what goes in your recycling cart? Local recycling, the environment, and the economy.
When it comes to changing the look of a room, a homeowner’s first instinct is usually to repaint. Paint can be inexpensive, and often, it seems like a do-it-yourself job.…
Today’s families want a comfortable living space that is aesthetically pleasing, yet functional. I often meet with clients in their homes and they have an idea of what they want,…
Plants make great gifts and Peggy Singlemann explains why! Here are seven gifts to consider during the holidays.
How to reduce plastic, how to love the Earth, and more insight for families!
