Preparing to bring home a newborn baby can be unnerving, especially for first-time parents. We're sharing tips to help you prepare your home for that new family member.
‘Character’ - you’d be forgiven for being confused as to what this elusive term means. Ask to be shown around any apartment or home by a realtor and they’ll likely find some way to slip that word in there. We're exploring what "character" in home decor means to me.
A clean kitchen is a hygienic kitchen. It won't be full of germs or attract pests, so it should help you keep everyone living in your home healthy. You might not be able to get rid of all germs, but you can take care of the majority of them. A sparkling kitchen looks good, and you won't be ashamed to show it to any visitors. Today, we are sharing some smart tips on how to keep your kitchen clean and pristine.
DIY chili seasoning is so simple to make. You can skip those little packets in the spices section and DIY to save tons of money. Plus, you will have control over how hot or mild you prefer your seasoning.
Want to get more out of your garden?
For most people, the garden is one of the most important parts of the home, and the more attention that is paid to it in this respect, the more likely it is that it will be able to be as well looked after as possible.
Fragrant sweet basil vinegar adds a burst of flavor to salads or greens. This offers you a fantastic way to use up all the sweet basil from your herb garden!
Hardwood has always been a favorite flooring material. Its beauty and durability call to a lot of homeowners. It also gives any room a certain warmth and panache. However, hardwood flooring is not immune to fickle design trends. Knowing what patterns are on the rise is something that can help homeowners and designers when it comes to choosing the right flooring.
French toast is often categorized as a way to use up old bread, but Cinnamon Caramel French Toast is so much more than that. Okay. Technically, it is a wonderful way to use up old bread. However, this is so much better than that. It is rich and sweet at the same time.
In North Carolina, we are lucky that we harvest strawberries in April every year. The season starts around mid-April here in Eastern NC and lasts through early May. Give or take a few days, we have a few short weeks to savor the juicy, sweet flavor of strawberries. Pancakes with fresh strawberries are the perfect way to start out a cool April morning.
Want to meet the creative team behind DIY Home & Garden? Our new "Meet Our Team Mondays" series will highlight a different regular contributor each Monday. I sent each of the ladies the same questionnaire form. So far, the results are intriguing. In fact, I'd like you to meet Peculiar Erhis this week and learn more about this smart, funny, and talented young blogger.
DIY has become the norm for good reason. Before starting any home upgrade project, a series of questions need to be answered. Arguably the biggest decision, however, is deciding whether to call a pro or take the DIY option. While the latter may seem quite daunting, it is the perfect solution in a host of different situations.
The debate over which are the best college football snacks can be a lively one in my household. My husband and I are both avid football fans. I prefer the NFL (Go Steelers) and he's a die-hard college football fan (UNC Tarheels). The college football season starts next weekend already, and we are already planning our menu!
Upcycle a pair of old jeans into a cell phone charging station to conquer the war with tangled cell phone charging cords once and for all! This a fun and easy DIY project which only takes about 30 minutes from start to finish, and it's so super-cute!