10 Tips for Flag Etiquette
Displaying the emblem of our nation is a grand patriotic gesture. Here is the right way to handle Old Glory.
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10 Tips for Painting a Room
A fresh coat of paint brightens up a room with style and flair. Here's how to make it easy.
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10 Tips for Painting Wood Furniture
Brighten up your house cheaply and creatively.
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12 Tips for Organizing the Family Bathroom
They get messy very quickly; here’s how to keep bathrooms neat and clean
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5 Decorating Blunders, and How to Avoid Them
Everyone wants their house to look warm and welcoming. Here's how.
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8 Tips for an "Big Game" Party
The big game may be the focus of the party, but the guests, food, and decorations make it a bash!
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8 Ways to Master the Master Bedroom
Turn your bedroom into a peaceful space.
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A Cornucopia in Full Bloom
Silk and dry flowers keep this glorious table decoration in bloom for weeks!
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A Cozy Bed
New sheets, new pillows, new spreads! Goodnight!
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A Dinner Party for Allhallows Eve
Not everyone goes trick-or-treating on Halloween. Here’s a lovely fall dinner party custom-made for the grownups in the crowd.
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A Festive, Holiday Stairway
When you deck the halls, don't forget the stairway!
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A Floral Centerpiece
Flowers are the perfect accent for a festive holiday table
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A Jack & Jill Wedding Shower!
Wedding showers where both women and men are invited are increasingly popular - and lots of fun!
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A New Carpet in Your Future
It might be time to buy new carpet. Do your research.
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A Shamrock Garden
Even the littlest leprechaun can help make these festive shamrocks for St. Paddy’s Day.
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A Traditional Wedding Shower
Usher in a summer bride with a classic wedding shower sure to fulfill her dreams.
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Accessorizing Your Living Room
Just a few stylish changes make a big difference.
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An (Almost-New) Kitchen
Give your kitchen an organizational facelift, and enjoy your time there more than ever.
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Buying a New Stove?
If you like to cook even little, nothing is more satisfying than a new range. Here are tips to help you choose the right one !
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Candles for the Thanksgiving Table
Illuminate your feast with the glow of candles.
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Chanukah Crafts
When children make a menorah and other holiday-related crafts, the meaning of the Festival of Lights comes alive.
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Choose the Right Paint for Your Room
Take your time and make the right choice.
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Choosing a Christmas Tree
Fresh, pre-cut, artificial or living, Christmas trees are matters of personal taste and family tradition.
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Conquering Wallpaper!
Selecting the right paper is an assault on our senses -- and even our sanity!
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Country Kitchen Herb Wreath
Hang one or two of these aromatic accents anywhere in the house.
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Create a Dining Room Worthy of Your Meals
Entertain with style and flair!
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Decorate an Easter Table
Flowers put a smile on every face they meet; fill your table with your favorite spring blooms.
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Decorate Your Mantle for Christmas
Make it merry for Santa!
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Decorate Your Thanksgiving Table
Autumn leaves, fresh fruits, and seasonal squash conspire to make beautiful and very inexpensive table decorations.
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Decorating for the Holidays
Fill your home with the holiday spirit by relying on your own creativity and ingenuity.
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Design Your Own Hanging Flower Baskets!
Plant glorious hanging baskets which will flower from spring through fall!
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Does Your House Have Curb Appeal?
Even if you don’t plan to sell for a few years, paying attention now helps later.
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Enjoy Your Effort
Step out of the whirlwind for a few moments and enjoy your decorated house.
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Ghosts in the House!
These friendly ghosts will fly happily through your house on Halloween.
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Gift Baskets for Every Occasions
Have fun filling gift baskets for your favorite people.
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Goodness Gracious! Ghosts Everywhere!
Easy-to-make ghosts, fashioned out of stiffened cheesecloth, will parade through your house in eerie numbers!
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Holiday Wreaths
'Tis the season for wreath making and holiday decorating! Why not include the whole family for some festive fun?
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How to Sell Used Furniture
It can be a challenge to sell furniture but we'll help you make the best deal!
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How To Stain Furniture
Applying stain to wood furniture gives it new life.
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Instant Gratification: Rearrange Your Furniture!
Rearranging furniture is a quick and inexpensive way to give a room a new look.
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It Might be the Mattress
A new mattress may help you sleep better.
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It's All About the Countertop
Choosing a kitchen countertop does not have to be daunting. We're here to help!
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Kitchen Sinks
A new sink can make a big difference in your kitchen
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Lighting the Dining Room
The right illumination makes all the difference!
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Make a Holiday Splash. Throw a Party!
Giving a large holiday party requires organization and a sense of fun.
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Make the Backyard Pool Extra Inviting
Bright flowers and pretty cushions make the pool area irrisitible!
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McCormick's "Dock of the Bay" Marinade dinner
You don't need a coastline to have a beach party, just plenty of food, good libations and a really loud boom box. And for a real taste of the bay, try these menus.
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McCormick's "Family Fun" Grill Dinner
Whether you're entertaining family, friends or both, the fun is in the food--when you're cooking with McCormick. We've assembled entire menus, from delectable appetizers and salads to tasty breads and blissful sweets.
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Merry Mistletoe Ring
Give friends and family a Christmas kiss or New Year's hug under this merry mistletoe ring.
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Mid-Winter Dinner Party
A dinner party with good friends and good food is the perfect antidote for mid-winter doldrums.
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Need a New Lamp Shade?
Choose the right shade for your lamp and make all the difference.
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No More Bathroom Blues
With just a little attention and planning, any bathroom can look great!
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Organizing a Home Office
As more of us work from home, the need increases for efficient home offices.
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Painting Your House’s Exterior
Exterior painting is a big deal. You’ll want to do it right!
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Pilgrim Place Cards
These little Pilgrims help everyone find their places at the Thanksgiving table. Making them is half the fun!
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Pre-Prom Dinner Party
Have fun, create memories, and save money with a dinner party at home before the teens leave for the prom.
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Set the Table with Grace — and Plenty of Time
A little planning goes a long way this time of year!
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Six Tips for Packing the Christmas Ornaments
Put your decorations away carefully. You will be glad you did!
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Spruce Up Your Deck or Patio
Is your deck or patio as attractive as it could be? Fix it up and then invite friends over for a party!
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Sunday Football Party
The best bet on a "Big Game" day is to throw a party with plenty of good, simple food that will liberate you from the kitchen to watch the Big Game!
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Thanksgiving Napkin Rings
Festive napkin rings, handmade by the smallest Thanksgiving participants, dress up the holiday table with creative fun!
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The Butcher, the Baker, the Candlestick Maker!
Beeswax candles are simple to make. The kids will love the project.
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The Charm of Area Rugs
Area rugs provide bursts of color, warmth, and whimsy
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The Elements of Flower Arranging
Bring summer's flowers indoors
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The Front Door Solution
It’s the entry to your home. Make the most of it!
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The Holiday Front Door
Welcome friends and loved ones with a festive front door!
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Thinking About Wallpaper?
Wallpaper adds style and beauty to any home.
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Three Easy Steps to Hanging Artwork
Our wall art expresses our personalities. Display to its best advantage.
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Time for a Birthday Party!
Throw a bash for your child's big day. You don't have to go crazy for everyone to have fun.
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Time to Bring Plants Indoors
Be sure to bring your plants indoors before the first frost.
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Tips for Organizing Closets
A clean, organized closet makes life so much easier!
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Tissue Paper Flowers
A big bouquet of pastel-colored tissue flowers they make themselves puts a smile on every kid's face.
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Treat Your Windows in Style
Deciding on window treatments is not always easy, but makes a big difference.
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Turn Your House into a Haunted Castle!
Trick 'r treaters will love visiting your spooky house - go wild decorating it this year!
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Upholstery or Slipcovers?
When you want a fresh look, which is better?
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Welcome! Consider the Front Door
A little attention to your front door means a lot to those you welcome.
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When Your Kitchen Is Brand New
Whether you've moved into your first house or completed a kitchen remodel, you'll want to stock the kitchen with essential equipment.
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Wrap It Up!
Give your gifts personal style and panache with some fantastic hand-decorated gift wrap!
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Your Child's Bedroom
Bedrooms should grow with the children, reflecting their personality and meeting their particular needs.
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