We hope you enjoyed this week’s articles. If you missed any of them, here is a handy round up:
Painting a room is an easy and affordable way to update it, change the decor and make it fresh. If you change nothing else, a coat or two of paint will be a big improvement for your home. Here are three painting tips to help you in your project.
Looking at the title, you might ask, “What schedule?” Many families who have children home from school for summer vacation have no real household routine during the summer, at least not one comparable to that which they follow during the school year. I’ve asked some and observed others, some who seem to have no routine in place at all.
So, what’s your summertime schedule like? Do you have one?
I love decor that has a fresh, relaxed look, is light and airy and reminds me of a summer cottage.
Find out how you can achieve this look…
Have You Hosted a Summer Swap?
There are many occasions upon which families can host exchanges or “swaps.”
Back to school time is another favorite, when gently used jackets, coats, backpacks, clothing and sporting gear can be traded. But, summer is a great time to swap stuff too, from summer clothing to beach and backyard toys or camping gear.
De-cluttering with Young Children
De-cluttering is tough in and of itself. But how can you get it done when you have young children at home? Here are some tips…
Outdoor dining is a lot of fun. It is especially great for entertaining and can really set a mood. While you can go formal when dining outside, it is a lot more fun when things are casual and easy. Here are some tips that you can use to create an easy outdoor table…
Outside lighting is one of the newest trends in curb appeal of a home. Once used for safety and security, landscape lighting now also serves to enhance your home.
Buying a Grill: Questions to Answer
If you are thinking about buying a grill, a great way to get ready for this purchase is to ask yourself the following basic questions. Once you have them answered, then you can look into the different features that are available…
Tips for Safe Outdoor Entertaining
One of the biggest considerations when hosting meals outdoors is sanitation. We know we have to wash our hands properly, handle food properly, and make sure all containers are fresh and clean. However, one of the most serious issues is food poisoning due to food not being kept at proper temperatures.
Are Organic Garden Products Misleading?
When we see an organic sticker on a product, we can have faith that we are doing the right thing for the environment by purchasing it, right? This is actually not necessarily the case…