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“I don’t have time.”“No one is going to see it anyway.”“It’s not important.” Excuses are easy, but when it comes right down to it, it’s also easy to make your bed each morning. No, you don’t have to turn out a display worthy of Pinterest or Elle Decor—unless you enjoy that sort of thing, in which case have at it. But a quick fluff of the pillows and tug of the sheets and comforter takes only seconds, and it is the easiest way to make your entire bedroom look better instantly....

These are the six decor features we believe are necessary to bring a room to life and to make it feel like it’s really yours! Trees add wonderful height and life to a room as well. Alternatively, faux houseplants can also look very realistic, though they can be expensive. Fresh-cut flowers are another avenue and can last up to two weeks if you care for them properly. Make an inexpensive bouquet from the grocery store look more stylish with small tweaks!...

Businesses from a wide range of industries typically step up for the cause, including the home and design sector. This year we’ve found a selection of items to shop, from chic printed wallpapers to cozy throw blankets—all of which lead to more awareness and financial support. See the home and lifestyle brands below that, with the help of a purchase from you, will be giving a portion of their proceeds to nonprofits, organizations, and charities that are centered on beating breast cancer and supporting those who have it....

We turned to the experts to find out how we can handle any decor shortages this year, and they came back with some key suggestions for making the season merry and bright—even if you couldn’t track down a new tree skirt or set of lights. Look to Nature By and large, the top suggestion was to source your own decor, straight from your backyard or nearby wild area. But where to begin?...

Here are some of the trends designers can’t wait to say goodbye to in 2022. “I understand the attraction of farmhouse style: white walls, light woods, and neutral rugs and textiles can create a peaceful space,” says Annie Elliot of Annie Elliott Design. “But without enough visual interest, peaceful can become boring. If you just can’t let go of the farmhouse look, I urge you to infuse it with some personality....

Here are seven natural products that will effectively help to remove stains and odors from clothes and keep your laundry routine green. Baking soda also aids in boosting detergent performance, softening fabrics, and reducing suds for quicker loads in front load washers. If you spill some on colored clothing, you’ll want to remove the juice before it causes permanent discoloration. However, you can use either type of juice on white fabrics to help remove yellow underarm stains or rust stains....

Hooks usually keep a low profile because of their practical function. But paying attention to this small detail and using creativity can help you use hooks as more than just functional features: they can be part of the decor too. Here are 9 bathroom hooks that suit every style bathroom. You can choose from all kinds of animals for decorative hooks, from elephants and deer to octopi, bats, and rhinos....

The color works well with the modern farmhouse style design popularized by Chip and Joanna Gaines. Being both trendy and classic, greige doesn’t limit what you can do—it frees you to experiment with creative color combinations and bold pops of color. The best greige paint colors pair nicely with white and black, as well as warm brown tones. Overview Color family: A combination of beige and grayComplementary colors: Warm brown tones as well as lighter tones of white, black, and grayPairs well with: Pops of bright color, farmhouse style, reclaimed woodMood: CalmingWhere to use: Great in any room including dining rooms, foyers, bedrooms, and bathrooms...

In spite of the seasonal nature of outdoor furniture, however, many of these outdoor pieces unexpectedly held up through the years, and collectors began taking notice of certain manufacturers, lines, or styles that they found especially appealing. Some pieces might have survived because the original owners took better care of all their possessions—“pride of ownership” may have been handed down from their ancestors. Remaining patio sets might have been stored in basements or sheds during the offseason, and cleaned regularly or protected by overhead roofs or shade....

American Meadows Their specialty is wildflowers, but you’ll also find: grasses, perennials, trees, ferns, books, and more. Online only, no catalog. Annie’s Annuals & Perennials Annie’s began by specializing in seed-grown annuals and expanded to include perennials. Unusual plants and old-fashioned cottage garden flowers are featured, as well as many fragrant and native wildflowers. Great service. Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds Lots of seed varieties you won’t find elsewhere. They do some of their own seed collecting and in 2004, boasted over 100 melon varieties alone....

Here are all the basic elements you need to understand about electrical wiring. Wires that are not properly matched to the amperage of the circuits they serve can create a notable risk of short circuit and fire. Cable coloring relates to the size of the wires inside the cable and the cable’s amperage rating. For example, white-sheathed NM cable is used for 15-amp circuits, while yellow NM cable is rated for 20-amp circuits....

Feng shui is a metaphysical system that comes from China that examines how you can live in harmony with nature and your environment. When you are in tune with your space, you can find more ease and mindfulness to be present in the moment. One way that you can be curious about feng shui is to look at the teachings from animals. Animals, like the owl, live in kinship with the natural world....

Plan Your Budget Begin considering the budget from the very moment you start thinking about building your house. Develop a realistic idea of how much you can afford to spend and how much it will cost to build a new home. The budgeting phase is really about balancing your wants with a realistic assessment of what you can afford. Chances are you will need a construction loan and a mortgage. It’s not too early to find out how large a loan you can qualify for, based on your income and other financial obligations....

Sure, you can grow different plants to satisfy these dual needs. But, in small yards, you would eventually run out of space doing it that way. It would be much better to have these needs satisfied with one and the same plant wherever possible. Evergreen shrubs of the broadleaf variety multitask nicely to fill this need for evergreen flowering plants. But it is nice to have other options, too, especially when a problem area in the yard demands a ground cover, or when there is a vacant spot in a flower bed that could really use a perennial that has both beautiful flowers and evergreen leaves....

Yet, in the end, it is often the available kitchen space that dictates the layout. Unless yours is a custom-built home, it will have a certain amount and arrangement of space that points you toward a layout. Learn about the basic types of kitchen layouts available within a majority of homes, and how you can make changes within those layouts to make them more visually appealing and functional. Pros and Cons Pros From the standpoint of kitchen functions, the corridor style layout is beneficial because all of the crucial services are within close reach....

Understanding how landscape designs have evolved can clarify for you exactly what it is that you expect from your landscape. Perhaps, without even knowing it, you fall into one of the two major schools of thought: Formal design, with its geometric patternsOr informal design, which shuns geometric patterns and strives for a more “natural” look Ancient Greeks, Geometry, and Formal Design The ancient Greeks are known for their love of mathematics and philosophy (between which there was a close link)....

Find the perfect duvet cover can be tough—after all, there’s a whole sea of options in different styles and at a variety of price points. However, this classic cotton model from Brooklinen manages to toe the line between trendy and timeless with its high-quality material and vibrant color and pattern options. To see if this duvet cover lived up to its great reputation, my partner and I tested it out by sleeping on it for a week straight....