| Published on Nov 2, 2023
Shiplap is a type of wall paneling that is distinguished by horizontal wooden planks that are laid side by side. Each shiplap board has a notch on both long sides that fits with other shiplap planks. When…
| Published on Nov 3, 2023
Citric acid comes from fruits like lemons and oranges. Manufacturers commonly add it to food as a preservative, but it’s also a powerful cleaner, capable of disinfecting and breaking down grease and grime.
Buying a ready-made…
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It’s that time of year when we start thinking about decorating our home for Christmas! Today I thought I would share my top 3 Christmas decorating items that we use…
Using cinnamon for plants as an antifungal is an old wives’ tale I’ve heard about for years. Like magic fairy dust, gardeners sprinkle cinnamon in their potting soil to help their seedlings. I wanted to know just how much truth there was…
When Susan Nock, a garden designer based in Wellesley, Massachusetts, launched her business Thistle eight years ago, she didn’t set out to specialize in container gardens. “I just started doing them for fun. It’s like creating a little vignette, and…
| Published on Nov 2, 2023
Kitchen color schemes are the key to an aesthetic and functional space. The right color scheme makes a tiny kitchen appear bigger, boosting its visual appeal and increasing its resale value.
1. White + White
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Every year we keep our eyes open for the best of the best gift ideas for your home and the people you care about. We had fun curating our favorites…
It’s time to deck the halls and turn your home into a cozy winter wonderland. Rather than pull out the dusty, plastic garland that sheds or shell out the big bucks for a custom-made garland, try making your own cedar garland. Here’s…
Generously sized, with a rich indigo hue, Maine mussel shells are perfect for the table. We’ve used them as impromptu pinch pots for salt and pepper or, as here, for easy votive candles. Scatter these tea lights down the center of the…
The word ‘vintage’ gives furniture impeccable green credentials. That’s something new furniture doesn’t have. Vintage items also have characters and a story to tell.
Physical stores selling secondhand, upcycled items are becoming rarer. It’s a good thing the online market makes them accessible…