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A month of reading
Make your fall reading list now. Start with these upcoming releases by five master fiction writers.
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BETWEEN FRIENDS
As the mother of a summer bride, I've discovered that there are few aspects of wedding planning that lack a magazine, reality show, or downloadable checklist to guide my every step.
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Get Smart
Cell phones that do more than dial are no longer just for the business class. Know your options to make the right call.
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Local Flavor
Gather the neighbors for a simple supper that's all about the farm-fresh food and laid-back mood of high summer.
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Breezing Along
Old-fashioned architecture gives a new home period charm. Open rooms and the colors of summer keep it fresh.
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Coral
Coral tones come straight from summer sunsets, giving any room a rosy orange glow.
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Vintage Light
Plenty of windows and creative cabinetry give a newly authentic kitchen a fresh outlook.
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Table Service
Give a small dining table a new purpose-- as an end table, children's workstation, or nightstand.
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Down Under
Tame the rough territory below the kitchen sink with smart ideas and space-saving storage gear.
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30 big-impact (low-budget) ideas for sprucing up your home
1 Rearrange your furniture. It's free, so if you don't like it, simply move it back. Start with the largest piece-- usually oriented toward a focal point such as a window or fireplace-- and work your way down. If nothing else, angle a sofa, chair, or bed that's hugging a wall.
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3-part harmonies
Arrange easy, elegant bouquets of garden cuttings with this foolproof technique.
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Qa: Nature's AC
Qa: Nature's AC Can shade trees lower your energy bills? Yes, say the experts. A lot.
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25% of gardeners surveyed say they garden so that they can create a better home environment, while 23% garden to increase curb appeal and property value.
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Change of Place
Tired of the same old look? This home is chock-full of revamps. With paint, fabric, and a few slick tricks from a creative owner, it's now packed with personality. Change of Place
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Garden Jewel
A DESIGNER'S SIGNATURE CONTAINERS ARE THE PERFECT OUTDOOR ACCESSORIES.
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Rock the ranch
A FAMILY PUTS THEIR PERSONALITIES ON STAGE IN THE HOME THEY REMADE TO SUIT THEIR LIFESTYLE.
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Potato Salad
These stir-ins take a favorite summer side dish from routine to remarkable.
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Gym Dandies
Beat the locker room competition with these stylish and multifunctional bags.
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A to Z guide to everyday savings
A to Z guide to everyday savings By blending old-fashioned common sense and new technological tools, we've found enough ways of saving money to cover every letter in the alphabet.
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