How to Use Epsom Salt for Roses and Other Plants
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Smart gardeners have known for generations to use Epsom salt for roses for the biggest blooms and happiest plants. I recently just started getting into roses, first with the white rose bush I planted two years ago next to the side porch stairs, and then last summer when I added another variety to the garden […]
How to Grow Solomon’s Seal
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Solomon’s Seal is probably my all-time favorite plant for shade gardens, whether it’s in bloom or not. Here’s how to grow this amazing plant! Solomon’s seal and I have a long history. We had some growing in our little townhouse garden and I was just fascinated by the elegant arching growing pattern of its green […]
The New White Kitchen: 12 Fresh Ideas for Using White Cabinets
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The new white kitchen is a high-style space with thoughtful design details that make you stop and pay attention. If you thought white cabinets were boring, it’s time to see how designers have updated this classic look. Some people like to claim that white kitchens are out of style, but I think that white-painted kitchen […]
How to Get Spray Paint Off Skin
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Here’s how to get spray paint off skin. These are the two quickest and easiest ways to remove spray paint from your fingers, hands, or any other skin that has gotten in the way of overspray. Do you sometimes need to get spray paint off your skin? It seems like every time I do a […]
What to Do When You See Yellow Leaves on Roses
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Yellow leaves on roses can be a sign that your plant needs a little extra attention, but luckily the solutions are quite simple and easy to implement. Here’s what to do if you see your rose leaves turning yellow. Over the last few years, I’ve quickly become a big fan of growing rose plants in […]
Black Kitchen Cabinets: A Bold Color Choice That Always Works
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Black kitchen cabinets have been so popular for the last few years and I have to admit that I love this trend as well. Here are some favorites for inspiration. Black kitchen cabinets have been a big trend over the last few years and, although I’m personally a lover of timeless and traditional interiors, I […]
How to Get Ants Off Peonies
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Remember this trick for the next time you want to cut peonies from your garden to bring inside! Here’s an easy, mess free trick for how to get ants off peonies. This is just the best trick for when you want to bring a lovely pink peony bouquet indoors. I was so amazed when I […]
Blue Kitchen Cabinets: Classic Blue and White Ideas for Your Busiest Room
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As far as timeless color combinations go, you can’t get much better than blue and white. Blue kitchen cabinets have been having a moment for the past few years, so here are a few of the most beautiful ideas. Anything in blue and white will always hold a special place in my heart, whether it’s […]
3 Ingredient Lemon Cake Mix Cookies
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These lemon cake mix cookies truly couldn’t be simpler. They’re delicious on their own as an easy treat, or they make the perfect base to decorate and share at a spring or summer get-together. These super simple lemon cake mix cookies with only three ingredients are just waiting for you to add your creative touch. […]
How to Keep Cut Lilacs From Wilting
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With a few clever tricks, you can learn how to keep cut lilacs from wilting so you can enjoy a sweet-smelling flower arrangement in your home for longer. Lilac season is here in our little corner of the world, and needless to say, it’s the best. We have a huge old-fashioned common lilac growing next […]
Blue Fescue Grass: Easy Care and Planting Guide
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Blue fescue may just be the interesting, easy-to-grow plant that your perennial garden is missing. This well-behaved blue green ornamental grass is the perfect companion plant to so many popular flowering perennials. Ornamental grasses have been so popular in landcaping for the last few years. You’ve probably noticed tall grasses like feather reed grass, switch […]
How to Read a Tape Measure And Other Measuring Tips
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The ordinary tape measure is the most commonly used measuring tool in the world, but for those just starting out, knowing how to read a tape measure might require a little explanation. Used by professionals on the jobsite, amateur handypersons, and artists, measuring tape is an easy tool to use and, once you understand how […]
Can You Really Spray Your Way to a Spider-Free Home With Peppermint?
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Have you heard of using peppermint oil for spiders? Here’s the method for DIY peppermint oil spider repellent and the results! Does it really work? I’ve heard from a few different sources now that spiders really don’t like the smell of peppermint and that you can use peppermint oil for spiders trying to get into […]
The Very Best 3-Ingredient Lemon Glaze Recipe
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This easy lemon glaze recipe for baked goods is a beautiful upgrade for your favorite recipes, and it’s so simple to make. Try it when you bake cookies, cakes, and muffins for a sweet, zingy flavor. A good lemon glaze recipe is such an easy upgrade for so many different types of baked goods. The […]
Homemade Microwave Pancake Syrup
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If you find you’ve run out of pancake syrup, or if you’re just tired of buying expensive maple syrup from the store, here’s how to make your own in the microwave! You may find that you even like it better than store-bought syrup! I love discovering that there’s a version of a store-bought staple […]
Brown Sugar Oatmeal Muffins
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These brown sugar oatmeal muffins are hearty and comforting but also a little bit special thanks to an oatmeal streusel topping and an indulgent brown sugar glaze. In this family, we really appreciate a good muffin and a warm beverage from a cafe, especially when we’re traveling and looking to grab a bite to eat […]
Perennial Flowers for Summer: 11 Garden Essentials for the Best Yard on the Block
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In today’s post, I’m sharing my favorite perennial flowers for an easy summer garden and the essential supporting cast of characters that make all your summer flowers look their best. In the last few years, I’ve really realized that perennial flowers and certain shrubs are really the plants and flowers that bring me the most […]
12 Consignment Store Home Decor Tricks to Help You Find Exactly What You’re Looking For
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Mastering the art of consignment store shopping doesn’t have to be complicated. Knowing where to go and what to buy isn’t as daunting a task as you might think. Consignment stores, secondhand shops, flea markets, and vintage store locations can be excellent places to find gently used, quality furniture and home decor at a bargain, […]
The Unusually Effective Homemade Ant Killer That’s Making Homeowners Question Why They Ever Used Store-Bought
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You can make this DIY homemade ant killer recipe with ingredients you probably already have at home. A must-know home maintenance hack for all homeowners. I don’t know about in your house, but in the early spring every year, I seem to get ants popping up around our home, and having this recipe for the […]
No-Cook Brown Sugar Glaze for Baked Goods
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This brown sugar glaze recipe comes together in minutes and does not require cooking over a stovetop or even heating in the microwave. It’s an easy and indulgent decorating solution for so many of your favorite baked goods. I knew I was onto something with this brown sugar glaze experiment when I used it on […]
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