July 1988

A quarter century of ideas

This year's "100 Ideas Under $100" is especially significant to me because it marks the 25th year that this feature has appeared in Better Homes and Gardens magazine. And, as I've proudly mentioned here before, I was the guy who thought it up when I was just a pup editor.

IT'S FAUX REAL

GRAINED EXPECTATIONS

INSTANT IRON-ONS

WOODSHOP GLOSSARY

VERDIGRIS, VERDI-GREAT!

A CUT ABOVE

INSTANT EVEN-WEAVE

PILLOW TALK

SAFETY CHECKLIST FOR VACATION DRIVING

Here's a must-do list for you or your mechanic to follow before your family heads out on the road.

FRESHEN UP WITH FABRIC DRESS YOUR ROOMS IN ROMANTIC STYLE

If you're looking for a fast way to revive a tired-looking room, a fresh infusion of fabric can be a not-so-plain but simple solution.

MARBLE MAINTENANCE

100 IDEAS UNDER $100

100 IDEAS is 25 years old and better than ever! As always, we'll show you 100 fantastic new building, decorating, and crafting ideas that won't, cost a bundle.

NUTRITION INFORMATION

With each recipe we give important nutrition information. The calorie count of individual servings and the amount, in grams, of protein, fat, carbohydrate, cholesterol, and sodium help you keep tabs on what you eat.

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THE MAN NEXT DOOR

It would be hard to beat Grandma Hillis' definition of a well-adjusted person: "Someone who can play bridge and golf as though they were just games."