November 2007

Between friends

Autumn is heavy-duty home improvement season at my house. Each year before the holiday season begins, I race to get "just one more thing" done, a habit that drives my ever-patient husband crazy.

Raise Your Hand

No matter how busy you are, you can find plenty of family-friendly ways to help others-- and teach kids a valuable lesson along the way.

Q: What special, surprising, everyday occasions do you celebrate?

A: were very little I once declared a "Pajama Day" where we stayed in our pajamas and watched movies, played board games, read books, anything you could do while staying in bed. We ate meals on

5 reasons you can't miss BHG.com this month

Harvest Party

Taking their cues from autumn's changing colors, these ideas for Thanksgiving decor will light up your home.

Cooking Up Style

Designer Laurie Smith adds zest to a young family's bland kitchen with bright color and snappy pattern.

Chair Lifts

Give ordinary seats a style boost with easy fabric covers you can wrap up in minutes.

GOLDEN HIGHLIGHTS

SHOW YOUR STRIPES

FAUX BOIS

GLITTERATI

WRAP UP

Need a gift with a personal touch? These bookplate-inspired pillows can be embroidered with a loved one's initials or nickname...

KITCHEN FACELIFTS

Q: KITCHEN FACELIFTS We asked design experts around the country how to update a kitchen on a limited budget.

Pattern Perfected

A skillful balance of pattern pairings and textural touches refreshes a cottage-style home.

Master Plan

With its cold vaulted ceiling and bland beige walls, this master bedroom was in serious need of attention. Designer and new contributing editor Stephen Saint-Onge came up with a two-stage plan that turned it into an inviting personal getaway.

Sunken Treasure

Light Fantastic

A respectful remodel opens up a San Francisco Victorian to light and views, never losing sight of its 1890s charm.

Kitchen Helper

Revolutionize the way your kitchen works with an island customized for how you cook.

Fruit Gift Box

Create your own afghan in less than six hours!

Drama Lessons

Simple ways to give unassuming spaces personality, from an interior designer who loves a little luxury.

Behind the Scenes

Using tricks learned from hit decorating shows, a young couple give their home a camera-ready budget makeover.

Hidden Potential

A determined couple uncover the function and charm of their small vintage kitchen.

Beyond the Box

Pretty in Green

There's no need to sacrifice style when decorating with eco-friendly housewares. Here's WHAT to look for, HOW to find it, and WHY you can keep your promise to the earth-- while dressing your home fabulously.

Diamond in the Rough

A polished, private garden shines in the midst of an urban setting.

Wrapped in Fir

Create dramatic late-season garden vistas by pairing the evergreens in your yard with colorful trees and shrubs. An expert shares his secrets for making it happen.

GORGEOUS GOURDS

BEAT THE RUSH

TREE OF LIFE

TIDY TOOLS

SOFT AND SMOOTH

THIS MONTH IN THE GARDEN

WINTER FLOWER FIX

HOT STYLE

Use Your Gourd

New & Improved

Bring the outdoors in, with new varieties of favorite houseplants that combine easy care with modern flair.

Holiday Favorite

Give Gifts that Bloom

First Fire

When the temperature dips and nights turn chilly, few family activities are cozier and more heartwarming than sitting around a blazing fire.

Shopping Around

Suburban megamalls offer super shopping. But it's in those out-of-the-way places where you'll find one-of-a-kind gifts and experiences.

Before You Refinance

That company eager for you to refinance has a great pitch... but there's a catch. Get the truth before you sign on the dotted line.

Tap the Power of Praise

Fully acknowledging someone's talent or good work has the power to change lives. So why don't we do it more?

History Repeated

DRAWN TO OLD HOUSES, A HOME OWNER FINDS CREATIVE WAYS TO BRING BACK THE PAST YET KEEP UP WITH THE PRESENT.

House warming

AS TEMPERATURES DIP OUTSIDE, SNUGGLE UP INDOORS WITH TOASTY WOOL PROJECTS.

TURKEY TIME

CRANBERRY SAUCES

WARMING TREND

PEAK PERFECTION

FARE GAME

FIGS

Snowman Tower

I Did It!