Overview Color Family: Varies; includes neutrals, blues, and greensComplementary Colors: VariesPairs Well With: VariesMood: Calming, comfortingWhere to Use: Bedrooms The following paint color ideas suggested by design experts will make your sleeping space super enticing. “Although painting bedroom walls is a personal choice, there are a few timeless colors that work for most tastes,” says Charlie Worrall from NGI Design. “First and foremost, pale pastel colors will always look brilliant. I suggest Graham & Brown’s Glimmerous Matt Emulsion Paint—a muted shade of beige with a subtle gray undertone....

Color Family: Various Complementary Colors: Various Pairs Well With: Neutrals, muted colors Mood: Calm, serene, relaxing, cozy, inviting Where to Use: Bedrooms, accent walls, accent furniture Here are some of the top tranquil bedroom paint colors that are anything but dull.

Fencing is an option but comes at a price and can detract from the appearance of your landscaping. Fortunately, deer are selective in the bulbs they choose to eat; pick the right ones, and you may be able to protect your flower beds. Experts know enough not to use the term “deer-proof” lightly since deer will eat most anything. There are only a few bulbs that can truly be called “deer-proof....

With the city’s mix of French, Spanish, African, Haitian, and American Low Country heritage, nothing is inappropriate. In that town, crumbling plaster can be a decorative element. If you are looking for that quintessential New Orleans style—whether you prefer an apartment in the French Quarter, a colorful shotgun cottage, or a grand manor in the Garden District—think about antique furniture, ironwork, crystal, and more.

After cutting both materials to fit between your countertop and cabinets, soak the fabric in a mixture of one part decoupage glue to two parts water, and then gently wring it out. Using a wallpaper squeegee to smooth out creases and wrinkles, adhere the front side of the wet fabric to the back of the acrylic sheet. Let the fabric dry. Next, attach your new backsplash to the wall using double-stick tape....

Evergreen foliage provides visual interest all year round. Ground covers offer a number of ways to lower yard maintenance. They fight erosion and suppress weeds. Grown on a slope in lieu of grass, they help you avoid mowing in a problem area that, at best, would be inconvenient to mow and, at worst, downright dangerous. Plants suited to use as ground covers that also bear evergreen leaves must then be considered some of the best plants for landscaping....

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For example, instead of real wood plank flooring, try luxury vinyl flooring. Today’s vinyl flooring looks far better than earlier iterations. Innovations such as luxury vinyl flooring and plank vinyl can even fool the eye from a distance. High-definition laminate countertops and quartz countertops now vie with granite for the look of authentic natural stone. Faux-stone ceramic and porcelain tile backsplashes can mimic the look of travertine and marble. Or you can save time, energy, and money by keeping your wooden floor and painting it with protective enamel....

DIY baby shower favors aren’t only a special handmade gift, they’re a great way to save money. You can make most of these favors for just a fraction of what you would spend at the store. You can save even more at your baby shower with these free invitations and games, and a free baby shower checklist to make sure you get everything done on time. About to Pop! from Project Nursery Baby Cookie Jars from That’s What Che Said Homemade Rosemary & Spearmint Bath Salt from Alice & Lois A Pea in a Pod from Sugar and Cloth Homemade Journals from A Beautiful Mess Bubble Bath Bars from A Beautiful Mess Mini Succulents from Mami Talks Onesie Cupcakes from PJs and Paint Spiced Cinnamon Honey from The Artisan Life Hershey’s Kisses Baby Carriage from Qbee’s Quest Moisturizing Oatmeal Honey Soap from The Artisan Life Candy Umbrellas from Unoriginal Mom Pedicure In a Jar from Suburban Simplicity Baby Carriage Cookies from Chewable Structures...

Types of Owls There are nearly 250 owl species in the world, divided into two families. Barn owls with their distinct heart-shaped facial disks make up the Tytonidae family, while all other owl species are in the Strigidae or typical owl family. It can seem like there are many more species, however, because many owls go by a number of different common names throughout their ranges. This makes it important to learn the scientific names of owls to be certain of ​proper identifications and not mistake one common name for an entirely different species....

And, if you’re in the mood for more laughs, check out the full collection of Halloween-themed jokes. Skeleton-Themed Riddles The Answers Skeleton Puns Many of these jokes and riddles depend upon puns. Puns, rather than being the lowest form of humor, are actually excellent exercises in flexible thinking. They force us to think of more than one meaning for a word or to think of multiple words that sound alike....

If you’re ready to bring some color into your bedroom, here are 30 bedroom color schemes to help inspire you. Inti St Clair / Getty Images KatarzynaBialasiewicz / Getty Images

If you want to try something a little more frugal, inexpensive peel-and-stick tile can turn an eyesore fireplace into a beautiful eyepopper. The best part, because you do not need heavy-duty tools for cutting or installing; most do-it-yourselfers can complete a project such as this one in less than two hours. Keep in mind that most types of peel-and-stick tile are not suitable for hot surfaces.

Iron: the ultimate symbol for six years of marriage because it is a strong and sturdy metal that brings good luckFlower: Calla lilies, the symbolic flowerCandy: For the anniversary which is sure to be sweet There are many great traditional gifts for a six-year anniversary and lots of terrific ways to celebrate your ongoing commitment to one another. Here are some romantic and unique traditional and modern six-year anniversary gift ideas....

You can easily grab a hot cup of coffee and enjoy the scenery on your front steps, but a cozy and well-decorated porch is going to make your autumn months all the more memorable. Between greeting trick-or-treaters for Halloween and welcoming guests for dinner parties and Thanksgiving supper, the porch becomes an integral part of the season and should be treated as such. That’s exactly why we’ve taken it upon ourselves to make autumn at home as cozy and relaxing as possible—without sacrificing aesthetics and style, of course....