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I Transformed This Blank, Boring Wall with a $200 Faux Fireplace

Cut to moving into my current (and final) apartment in May, and there was a perfect spot to put a faux fireplace: a huge ...

6 Wall Choices That Make Your Home Feel Heavy

Your walls play a big role in shaping how your home feels. Sometimes, certain wall choices can make a space feel cramped or ...

Should Wallpaper Be Applied Above Or Below A Chair Rail? That Depends

Where to place wallpaper when chair rail is involved is a straight-up design dilemma. The truth is, the best choice ...

Simple Ways to Prepare Garden Beds for Spring During Fall for a Thriving Garden

There’s something satisfying about getting your hands dirty in the garden, especially when you know it will pay off next ...

Doing these fall garden chores will make your spring easier

Clear out spent vegetable beds, then lightly turn the soil, incorporating compost, well-rotted manure and, if indicated by a ...

Grow Your Own Food: Classes at The Urban Farmer

South Florida isn't exactly a locavore's paradise-- "locally grown" around here usually means mangoes filched from your neighbor's tree in the dead of night (at least for me). But maybe that's beginning to change, or at least we're finally starting to get some credible sources of locally grown food. New...

25 Free Patterns For Festive Christmas Quilting

The blend of two of my very favorite things (fabric and Christmas) makes Christmas quilting pure magic. It’s the perfect way to welcome the season! The pretty holiday fabric inspires my creativity, and the finished products are rewarding. That’s why I’m so excited to share this updated list of free Christmas quilt patterns for you. Enjoy the season!You’ll find patterns here that range in size and experience level. Use your newest fabric bundles or your piles of scraps from last

DIY compost bin ideas – 5 easy projects to give you nutrient-rich organic matter in no time, according to a compost expert

Composting is a wonderful hobby to take on as a gardener. Not only does it provide you with nutrient-rich matter to feed your plants, it's also rewarding to watch waste be repurposed into something ...

An Affordable DIY Shoe Rack That'll Make Use Of Your Empty Water Bottles

If you need more shoe storage, this DIY rack is a cheap, environmentally-friendly solution — all you need are water bottles, ...

How to Grow Your Own Tea Garden at Home: Easy Tips for Beginners

Growing your own tea garden at home can be a rewarding and enjoyable experience. It allows you to have fresh, flavorful ...

How to Create a Vertical Garden Wall for Small Spaces: Easy Tips for a Green Touch Indoors

If you have limited outdoor space but still want to enjoy greenery, a vertical garden wall can be a great solution.

The Eye-Catching Red Berry-Filled Ground Cover That'll Thrive In Your Container Garden

This low-growing evergreen transforms ordinary containers into bright, colorful accents, with glossy leaves and berries that ...

DIY Christmas Wall Art Using Dollar Tree Gift Bags for Under $2

Holiday decorating doesn’t have to mean splurging on pricey seasonal pieces. Sometimes, the most charming decor comes from ...

Easily DIY A Bird Feeder With Some Household Objects You Already Have

Looking to liven up your backyard? Head to the kitchen, and grab a couple of items you're sure to have on hand to whip up a quick and quirky DIY bird feeder.

Bookmark This: DIY Hand Mask

Has sanitizer got your hands feeling dry, rough, and aged? Whip up this DIY Hand Mask to reverse its effects. Ever since the COVID-19 outbreak, frequently washing hands with soap has become compulsory ...

Here’s How You Can Make Your Own DIY Aloe Vera Soap

If you have never tried making a DIY soap, then I highly recommend you to try it. It may seem tedious at first, but once you get it into it, it can be pretty addictive. From trying out different ...

TikTok's Viral Rice Water Hair Hack Might Actually Be Worth A Try

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Rice water has long been known as a natural way to get your hair to grow, and it's found new life as a ...

Cracked heels can be a painful health risk. Here's how to keep your feet smooth this summer

As temperatures rise and sandals make their seasonal debut, our feet step into the spotlight. But summer presents challenges that make foot care especially important. Heat, sun exposure and the ...

19 Easy Ways to Start Eating Healthier Every Day

Healthy foods do not have to be expensive or take up a lot of time to prepare. Learn how to put balanced meals together.

How to Apply Blush According to Your Face Shape

Applying blush slightly above the apples of your cheeks can add definition without accentuating roundness. Applying blush directly on the apples of the cheeks and blending upward can enhance your ...