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Real ways to make life better
Can a magazine change your life? I believe this issue can. Not in an "I-won-the-lottery-and-dropped-30-pounds" sort of way, but in dozens of everyday ways that make life easier, better, or more fun.
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Get inspired!
Start your spring refresh with a color palette created by one of our favorite designers. Find a look that suits your decorating style, then get tips to customize the scheme for your taste and decor-- and to incorporate it into your space.
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FUSS-FREE FIESTA
Too time-crunched to plan a get-together? Let your fingers do the shopping for this Cinco de Mayo party. Everything but the edibles can be bought online, which makes planning a snap. Olé!
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The new look of green
This modern farmhouse by designer Jill Sharp Brinson is a stunning example of how to reduce, reuse, and recycle stylishly, both in ways you can see and in ways you can't.
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Eggshell Blues
Refresh your nest with tranquil, nurturing hues inspired by some of Mother Nature's favorites.
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50 make-life-better innovations
Expect more from the products featured here: more time saved, more problems solved, and more interesting ways to enjoy downtime. To compile this guide, we tapped a team of innovation experts-- Brit Morin of the stylish living site Brit + Co.; Maxwell Ryan, founder of Apartment Therapy; and Rachel Shechtman, creator of Story, New York's ever-changing pop-up store. Together we hunted down new and noteworthy gadgets, clever devices, and must-see apps, all designed to make your life a little better.
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Elements of style
Designer and blogger Erin Gates shares her signature look-- tradition with a twist-- and tips to achieve your personal style.
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House Specialty
Taking cues from the kitchen, this restaurateur created a stylish, hardworking bath in his Austin home-- a winner on the TLC show Four Houses.
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Space Stations
This family didn't need a bigger kitchen, just a smarter one. A fresh take on assigning space made it happen.
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Up on the roof
Gorgeous plantings and great design transform the top of a Colorado home into a lush outdoor living area.
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A Better Tomato
New varieties deliver the colors and flavors of heirlooms with the dependability and production of modern breeds.
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Urban Oasis
Comfort, style, and juicy ripe tomatoes right outside the door. Can a downtown condo have it all? You bet! Here are 10 smart strategies for turning a barren patio into a lush garden spot.
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Vertical thinking
No need to table your garden plans if space is tight. Make a statement with a wall planter.
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Q I'm breaking out, but my teenager's products are too drying for me. What should I be using to keep my skin clear?
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One for the Generations
In this month of Mother's Day and graduations, now's the time for a modern twist on the family tree. Bring your band together with these simple crafts (and one crafty product).
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Innovations afloat
Water slides and surfing, whale cams, and even a ropes course-- modern cruises are not your mom's Love Boat. This quick guide makes it easy to find the right trip for your discerning crew.
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