July 2012

Here's to Summer

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Show Time!

Whether you're thinking globally or locally, celebrate a month of spectacle.

Sail away

Pauline Frommer

Spend less, see more. That's Pauline's mantra, whether vacationing with her family or traipsing the globe for work. (Her father founded the bestselling travel guides; she's founding editor of frommers.com). "I'm a proud cheapskate," she says. "When you travel on a budget, you tend to have authentic experiences. It's a more fancy-free form of travel." Here are some ways she eases her comings and goings.

Cheers to Happy Hour

There's no better way to celebrate a long summer evening than a cocktail party. Designer Grant K. Gibson shows how to host a gathering for six that's high on style, low on cost.

Glory Days

This carefree coastal cottage proves to be the perfect place for three college pals to reconnect and enjoy a star-spangled (but fuss-free) holiday with their families.

Driftwood Grays

There's a new gray in town, and it's not the cold, steely hue you're used to. These go-with-everything shades, inspired by weathered wood, radiate warmth.

Make It Look Like You Splurged

These five creative thinkers show you how they get lots of style without spending a fortune.

Playing the Odds & Ends

Blogger Emily Clark reworks remnants, castoffs, and closeouts into stylish rooms. Here's how she does it.

Trade-Up Value

A couple willing to spend more time than money remodels a kitchen one piece at a time.

Delight in the Day

Colorful daylilies dot the canvas as an art teacher brings smart (and simple) design concepts to the garden.

Yard Gain

Space-saving design turns a small outdoor space into an easyliving family gathering spot.

Pay Dirt

Do new tools put a dent in your garden budget? Save money by digging up good deals on essentials from shovels to shears at garage sales and flea markets. Just follow these tips on how to spot and renew a diamond in the rough.

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