By: Lisa Kaplan Gordon Martha Stewart spring cleans like a pro — because she is a pro. But the rest of us seek an easier way. Welcome to <i>The Anti-Martha Stewart Spring Cleaning Guide. For the record, we love Martha Stewart. She has elevated housekeeping to high art, which protects ... » Learn More about Spring Cleaning the Anti-Martha Way
Archives for May 2012
What I Learned from Mom
It’s Mother’s Day, and the best gift you can give Mom is three little words: You were right. Home bloggers and experts share the great advice Mom gave related to all things home. And, knowing that Mom isn’t perfect — just perfect for us — we also asked for words of wisdom that missed the ... » Learn More about What I Learned from Mom
The Garden Scribe: Author Barbara Wise offers tips to help potted plants survive summer
By KAKI HOLT, Special to the Palm Beach Daily News No matter whether you’re staying put or heading for cooler climes, Barbara Wise’s new book, Container Gardening for All Seasons, has some tips to give you a hand with your summer patio plantings. First, Wise advocates mixing different textures ... » Learn More about The Garden Scribe: Author Barbara Wise offers tips to help potted plants survive summer
Granny Flat or In-Law Suite? Which is More Prudent?
By: Dona DeZube If you need to house aging parents or adult children, or if your family is multi-generational, what’s better — an in-law suite or a little granny cottage in the back yard? If you need to house aging parents or adult children, or if your family is multi-generational, what’s ... » Learn More about Granny Flat or In-Law Suite? Which is More Prudent?
Use Lighting to Add Value to Your Bathroom
Lighting is a great way to give your bathroom a whole new look and feel – and it’s an easy way to add value to your home. Keep in mind that you can never have too much light in the bathroom. It is recommended that you layer light sources to provide enough illumination for applying makeup and for ... » Learn More about Use Lighting to Add Value to Your Bathroom