Autumn is that time of the year when you start to eager for the moment you get through your front door at the end of a long day, throw on a cozy sweater, and relax in your living room until the night settles in. But first, before you enter the chilling vibe, make sure yourincredible […]
Fall is Mum (short for Chrysanthemum) season, but if you’re thinking about putting some of these beauties in your yard or planters for some show stopping autumn color, you need to know the 411 on when and how to grow Fall’s Favorite Flower. First, there are garden mums and florist mums, and the difference is […]
The days are getting shorter and there’s a chill in the air. And according to the Family Handyman, that means it is time to plant winter-season veggies. Check out your plant hardiness zone before you get started. And those of you who live in cold climates need to start planting right away. Of course, gardeners in warmer climates have a […]
As the middle month of autumn, October is a great time to attend to not only indoor, but outdoor home maintenance tasks as well. Daylight saving time doesn’t end until a week into November, so there is enough light for an outdoor chore or two after work, especially on a day when clouds don’t darken […]
Summer’s gone and autumn’s knocking at the door. The month of October brings colorful leaves, cool breezes and Halloween trick-or-treaters. It’s also the perfect time to finish outdoor maintenance projects, brush up on your fire safety knowledge and winterize your lawn before the cold temperatures really set in. Home Improvement heavyweight Bob Vila advises these […]
October is Fire Prevention Month! The goal of Fire Prevention Month is to raise fire safety awareness, and help ensure your home and family is protected. Oct. 5–11 also marks Fire Prevention Week. In 1922, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) named the second week of October Fire Prevention Week in commemoration of the Great Chicago […]
October is the time to make your home sweet home something to scream about, and right about now you’re probably digging those Halloween decorations out of storage and getting ready to do it up, scary style. While putting up Halloween decorations a few weeks before the actual holiday gives you a chance to enjoy them, […]
Jack-o’-lanterns might be an integral part of any Halloween decor setup, but they don’t have the most stylish reputation. Since almost every household will have a carved pumpkin on its stoop come October 31, this spooky staple can make your carefully designed space feel basic. However, when it comes to decorating with pumpkins, the opportunities […]
If the horrific, devastating images from recent wildfires, hurricanes, tornadoes, and flooding has taught us anything, it’s that you can never be too prepared for a natural disaster. You can get, and always be, ready by putting together both At Home and On The Go emergency preparedness kits. Start by testing and replacing the batteries […]
Slip dresses, cargo pants, and ripped jeans are storming the streets again, and the reappearance of these grunge-era staples can only mean one thing: 90s style is making a comeback. And as marthastewart.com reports, it’s not just trending on the runway—interior designers are increasingly adding elements of 90s décor into their projects. “Trends cycle through […]