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Editor: Sarah B. Hood
Sarah B. Hood, Rannie Turingan

Nurture your personal style with fashion trend reports and tips on home decorating, reno, repair and management and the latest in home entertaining, green living and interior design. Discover hobbies and crafts like sewing, knitting, quilting and antique collecting.

Get ready for next season with new decor ideas, DIY home fix-it projects and creative crafts. Redo your living space, set your dining table with flair and prepare to shine as a party host, whether you're planning a simple family get-together or a full-scale wedding.

Then make sure you look your best with fashion and beauty tips. Get the inside scoop on designer looks hot off the runways; discover how to adapt new trends to your style, and find out how to achieve great hair, jewelry and makeup looks.

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How To Save Money on a Refrigerator

In: Home Management

By: Feature Writer Deborah Mitchell

The average refrigerator uses more energy than any other household appliance. Is your refrigerator costing you more than it should? more...

How to Begin Planning Your Wedding

In: Wedding Planning

By: Feature Writer Susan Cramer

Most couples start their planning with a budget, making decisons based soley on what things cost, but these first steps may get you closer to the wedding you want. more...

How to Have a Green Wedding

In: Reducing Waste

By: Feature Writer Susan Cramer

Consider these ideas for reducing your carbon footprint while celebrating your special day. more...

The Pitfalls of Buying Designer Clothing on eBay

In: Women’s Fashion

By: Feature Writer Asa Ghaffar

Designer clothing on eBay appears to offer convenience and some amazing discounts. However, how many people are aware that 75% of all items are fake designer clothes? more...

Manicure Tools

In: Skin/Nail Care

By: Feature Writer Chrissy Dolezal

It is not necessary to go to a salon for a great manicure. Build an at home manicure kit by gathering some necessary and simple manicure tools. more...

Using Washi for Frame and Cabinet Remodeling

In: Home Interiors

By: Feature Writer Kelly Smith

Washi, or Japanese paper, isn't just for origami. It's a traditional, sustainable, easy-to-work-with building material. Install it with rice glue and an X-acto knife. more...

Embellish & Decorate a Crocheted CD Carrier

In: Crochet Patterns & Techniques

By: Feature Writer Renee Blixt

A CD cozy can be made plainly or with more decoration. Add these suggestions to make a Walkman carrier extra special. more...

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