Replacing your own windows on a do-it-yourself basis is a difficult project that can present obstacles that many homeowners are not prepared for. But for the determined do-it-yourselfer, it can be done. Since few do-it-yourselfers take on this project, the list of companies that sell true replacement or pocket windows to do-it-yourselfers is slim. But the list is slowly increasing as more homeowners decide to give this project a try....

Check the Circuit Breaker If you are lucky, the problem may simply be that the electrical circuit supplying power to the oven has tripped a circuit breaker. Even though the oven heats with gas, it requires electrical power to operate the timer and other components, and if the circuit breaker has tripped, the oven will refuse to heat. Since this is a gas oven, it will be connected to a circuit with a standard 15- or 20-amp breaker, not a large double-pole (usually 50-amp) breaker such as those used by electric ovens....

Fast Facts Scientific Name: Pica nutalliCommon Name: Yellow-Billed MagpieLifespan: 7-10 yearsSize: 16-21 inchesWeight: 5-6 ouncesWingspan: 23-25 inchesConservation Status: Vulnerable Yellow-Billed Magpie Identification These are bold, conspicuous birds with glossy black-and-white plumage. They can look similar to many other corvids, including crows, ravens, grackles, and blackbirds, but their larger size, long tail, and the bright yellow bill instantly set them apart. Males and females look alike, with an iridescent blue-black head, breast, back, wings, and tail....

Learn how to be your own free kua number calculator by doing some simple math. Find out how working with your feng shui kua number can help you improve your well-being and prosperity. What Is a Feng Shui Kua Number? The feng shui kua number is used in the traditional and classical feng shui schools, while practitioners of other schools may use other systems like the Nine Star Ki, which is similar....

When the weather turns warm, bouncing on a trampoline is a favorite pastime for kids and adults alike. Though fun, some models have a checkered safety record because of poor construction and a lack of safety nets. The Zupapa 15FT TUV Approved Trampoline with Enclosure Net tries to change all that with a high safety net and covered springs to prevent painful pinching. Does this focus on safety take away all the fun of free bouncing on a trampoline?...

If your workout style is high-energy, high-impact, fast, or heavy, then colors that can get your heart pumping are in the warm family: reds, oranges, yellows. Think about the color of blood as your heart is pumping, and you’ve got your color family. Another type of workout is meditative and intentional; it’s more relaxing, calm, and soothing. Those colors are in the cool color family with more blues, teal, and purples....

Here are 10 of the best ornamental grasses and grass-like plants for winter interest. Many even do double duty by attracting birds to your winter garden, by providing shelter and food. Palm Sedge has thin, yellow margins on its 2’-3’ long green leaves. It can handle drought, excessive moisture, sun, and shade AND it’s not invasive. USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9 Mark Turner / Getty Images

Whether you’re celebrating Latinx culture, showing your support for these growing small businesses, or a mix of both, we hope this round-up serves as an excellent shopping list for National Hispanic Heritage Month and beyond.

Before you start conjuring images of living in a bus, check out these beautifully designed tiny homes that can help you lead a more economically and environmentally sustainable life in a home that still reflects your personal style. Plants are a great way to make a tiny home feel warm and welcoming.

Depending on your goals for your living space and whether you want to go for a cozy look or make your room appear larger, the right shade of paint can achieve a lot. While white is the obvious choice for a small room, it’s far from the only good option. Color Family: Various Complementary Colors: VariousPairs Well With: VariousMood: Ranges from calming to energizingWhere to Use: Small Living Rooms...

Once you have done so, divide the medicine and various supplies into categories that make sense to you. This could be vitamins, medicine that is used every day, children’s medicine, first aid items, pain relief and so on. Depending on how many categories you have and how large each is, you’ll be able to determine what storage system or containers will work best for your needs. Here are 11 of our best tips and ideas for medicine storage and organization....

The great thing about these valentine party games is that they don’t require you to purchase anything for them. All the supplies you’ll need are clearly listed under each game and should be items that you already have around your home or classroom. There are rules for each Valentine’s Day game but don’t afraid to change them to fit the age of the kids or size of the group. You may just come up with your own unique valentine party game!...

One tried-and-true way to add rustic appeal to your home is to decorate with ladders. A worn-out vintage ladder is filled with character and potential and can provide your home with a charming lived-in vibe. But ladder projects aren’t limited to people who love the farmhouse style. New ladder projects are sleek, modern and complement a contemporary design aesthetic. Get inspired to add some style and function to your home with these decorative wooden ladder ideas....

Bluebirds are insectivorous and eat beetles, weevils, caterpillars, grasshoppers, and other insects, and attracting bluebirds can help provide amazing natural pest control for your property, without added chemicals or extra costs. Attracting wrens is a great way to minimize these insects in your yard without harsh chemicals. One nest usually has 5 to 8 eggs, but nests of up to 10 to 13 eggs are not unheard of, and that’s a lot of hungry chicks eating insects!...

Looking for inspiration for your own cottage or country home? Here are some of our favorite cottage bedrooms that are just the right amount of rustic—and sure to make anyone fall in love with the charm of the countryside.

Sloping the grade isn’t as simple as tossing down some dirt and smoothing it out with the back of the shovel. Make sure that the top of the slope leaves a minimum of 4 inches between the slope and the bottom of the siding. Bagged topsoil and mulch, often the choice for perimeter strips around the home, isn’t the best type of grading soil because it is permeable and may wash away....

Here are 12 wildflowers to consider for your garden. USDA Growing Zones: 4 to 8Color Varieties: Purple, pink, or white rays with yellow centersSun Exposure: Full sunSoil Needs: Well-drained soil amended with compostWater Needs: Prefers moist soil, but can tolerate some drought when established USDA Growing Zones: 3 to 10Color Varieties: Various shades of red, yellow, orange, or peachSun Exposure: Full sunSoil Needs: Well-draining soil, avoid clay soilWater Needs: Tolerates dry conditions...

Meanwhile, each style balances out the other’s more extreme elements for a happy marriage. Think: pared-back palettes with decadent layering, and clean lines with organic textures. The result? A soothing, snug aesthetic perfect for a bedroom.Check out these 12 bohemian minimalist bedrooms to see just how beautifully the two styles combine, along with plenty of ideas to recreate the look in your own space.

Rather than going for a pure minimalist living room, then, you might want to opt for a cozy minimalist living room. This design style allows more flexibility to play around with layering, textures, and even colorways while still maintaining a streamlined, pared-back look. It’s ultimately about bringing in warmth through different pieces — like rugs, throws, and seating — to imbue more hygge into your home. Curious to see how?...

Whether you choose fresh flowers or prefer to go the faux route, there are plenty of amazing and stylish options available online these days. From hand-delivered farm fresh flowers to flower subscriptions, dried floral arrangements, faux blooms, and more, here are our favorite real and faux florals.