12 Common Household Items You Can Repurpose Into Genius Organizers For Crafting
Craft room chaos driving you to despair? Don't rush out to buy pricey storage solutions. Take a look in your kitchen cupboards or garage for upcyclable items.
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26 Surprising Uses For Leftover Cooking Oil In Your Home
Transform leftover cooking oil into practical solutions for cleaning, preserving, and everyday household tasks without any waste or extra purchases.
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The Handy Tool Gardeners May Want To Keep On Hand For Nasty Bites & Stings
If mosquitos and other pests are a problem for you in the garden, you may want to keep this new product on hand to suck the sting away and prevent itchiness.
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The Once-Popular Household Cleaner Practically No One Uses Anymore
Discover why one vintage cleaning product your mother (and grandmother) swore by is slowly disappearing from shelves, and where you can still find it.
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These Are The Top U.S. States For Happy, Healthy Gardening
If you want to be happy and you love gardening, you might consider moving to one of these states, which studies show rank the best in each category.
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10 Best Facebook Groups To Join If You're An Obsessive Thrift Shopper
If you're all about the thrill of thrifting, these Facebook groups will allow you to share your finds, connect with others, and get more info on unique items.
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Joanna Gaines' Genius Method For Designing A Fall Container Garden
This Joanna Gaines-approved tip is stress-free and fun, and will help you create a cohesive design and color palette for your fall container garden.
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The Spot On Your Kitchen Appliances You're Probably Not Cleaning Enough
Kitchens are messy, but they're also important to keep clean. While you're likely regularly wiping down your counters, this high-touch area is often overlooked.
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Customers Are Obsessed With Trader Joe's Fall Plants That Feature Upcycled Cans
Something small, stylish, and seasonal is taking over Trader Joe’s this fall. Customers are obsessed, and it’s bringing a cute kind of cheer to homes.
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The New England City Rated #1 In The Country For Quality Of Life
While preferences for quality of life range from walkable neighborhoods to beachside living, this charming New England city has been ranked as the top choice.
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The Kitchen Countertop Trend You'll Start Seeing Everywhere In 2026
Combining unique beauty with superior durability and longevity, this natural countertop option is poised to be one of the major trends to watch in 2026.
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The Material That's Really Trending For Kitchens In 2025
Design trends in 2025 are turning away from the all-white kitchen in favor of more natural materials -- including one material you may have been avoiding.
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When Does Daylight Savings Time End In Your Area? Here's What To Know
As fall arrives and the days get shorter, Daylight Savings Time is about to end. Find out when the switch happens in your area (and whether it does at all).
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The Simple Shower Curtain Hack That Instantly Makes Your Bathroom Look Bigger
This simple and affordable hack elongates your shower by drawing your eye up to the ceiling, making your small bathroom seem more spacious than it is.
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The Sweet-Smelling Perennial Plant That'll Have Butterflies Flocking To Your Garden
Thinking about planting a pollinator garden to attract butterflies? There's a weird native plant that everything from monarchs to skippers to swallowtails love.
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The Little-Known Fruit Hack That Can Help Your Tomato Plants Thrive
If your tomato plants need an extra dose of nutrients, good news: There’s a fruity fertilizer hack that you likely already have in your kitchen trash can.
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The Essential Gardening Task You Should Never Do In High Heat
Did you know that just like humans, plants can get a sunburn too? That is why you should save this important outdoor task for a cooler or cloudy day.
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The Bathroom Tile Material That Is Trending In Fall 2025 (& How To Nail The Look)
Currently trending for fall, this bathroom tile material is durable with a versatile, rich, and earthy finish that will work in a variety of spaces.
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What Appliance Color Makes Kitchens Look Bigger?
Tired of your small, cramped kitchen? You may not be able to change the actual size of the room, but appliances in the right color can make it appear bigger.
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The One Question Joanna Gaines Always Asks Before Renovating A Home
By asking this question that Joanna Gaines proposes, you can ensure you have a space catered towards your own personal tastes when you undergo renovations.
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The Simple German Hack That Instantly Makes Your Home Smell Better
This traditional German practice is centered around ventilating your home with fresh air, which also helps to eliminate stale air that traps foul smells.
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The Kitchen Upgrade That Hilary Farr Wishes People Would Stop Wasting Money On
By avoiding the kitchen upgrade Hilary Farr hates and instead trying the sleek, linear design she prefers, you can give your space a more timeless feel.
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The Unintuitive Item You Should Declutter During Your Next Move
Moving is a complicated enough process. To make it easier on yourself, consider leaving behind this unexpected item next time you’re packing your boxes.
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The Decor Rule You Should Always Follow With End Tables
You're excited because you've just found the perfect end table for your living room, but don't forget to follow a basic decor rule to ensure it looks great.
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Nate Berkus Shares His Secret For Perfect Drawer Organization
Drawer organization simplifies your day by making it easier to find items. Learn the secret Nate Berkus uses to find items without digging through drawers.
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How To Give Your Bedroom A Luxury Look & Feel According To Nate Berkus
If redecorating your bedroom hasn't been a priority, you can give it a simple update with just three design tips from Nate Berkus for a more luxurious feel.
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What Is The Marshmallow Aesthetic, And How Can You Use It In Home Decor?
The marshmallow aesthetic is here, with timeless silhouettes and colors that give your space a cozy but elevated design style. Here's how to pull it off.
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