May 2014

Innovation. Because

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Which room wears it best? Our home editors Eddie and Kelly weighed in, and now it's your turn. Vote for your favorites and see which editor's style you identify with.

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GUEST OF HONOR

Moms, dads, and grads. Brides and birthday girls. Here's one easy party plan that works for everyone. From drinks to decor, it's customized for that special someone, but still a breeze for you.

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PROVIDENCE RI

In this city of creatives, old ideas are cleverly revived.

Curating a cottage

When Mary Ann Pickett brings a piece of furniture into her home, it's a long-term arrangement. Furnished with family antiques and sturdy basics bought years ago but freshened in clever ways, her beachy bungalow proves that in the right hands, everything old can look new again.

Fern Greens

Pure and crisp, these greens are currents of fresh air breezing through your home. As in nature, they'll brighten even gloomy spaces.

Center Stage

A fireplace is the natural focal point in a room. Give it some star treatment with a mantel display that's worthy of a close-up.

10 things to love Plug & Play

The smartest upgrades are the ones that put family first-- as this newly remodeled, tech-sawy Atlanta home proves.

Why we love innovation

We collected a slew of gadgets, gear, apps, and ideas, then winnowed it to our 32 favorites-- high-tech and low-tech-- for every day.

Our 2014 Innovation Kitchen Calm cool + connected

Internet-savvy, open to other rooms, and designed to bring the family together, the modern kitchen is all about connecting. The latest product and design innovations make it easy. We've handpicked the best ideas to bring you one amazing space.

The mindful gardener

This award-winning designer's landscape is well-planned, eco-friendly, and just plain fun.

Summer Fireworks

The new coneflowers are showier and sturdier than ever. Stunning colors are just the beginning.

Cool Combos

Cool Combos With quiet energy and the ability to play well with others, purple is the go-to color for soothing container garden designs.

WEED IT OR WEEP

Don't let pesky plants invade your turf! Here's how to stop troublemakers before they get the upper hand.

To-do list

In frost-free regions, watch out for insect pests that become more active as the weather warms. Make a point to do a weekly spot-check for Japanese beetles, thrips, scale, mites, or aphids in your garden.

PLUG IT IN

National Public Gardens Day

Resist the urge to cut back daffodil foliage until it turns yellow

10 for the Drawer

A HEALTHIER WAY TO... Exercise outside

Money matters: Cash in on your spring cleaning

Let these websites and organizations help you off-load your goods:

Success story: I beat diabetes

Game changer: Smarter cars

Next time you're in the market for a new ride, ask about these innovations that can make driving easier-- and safer.

Fit tools Health Gadgets

The good kid project Civility

having good manners is the bedrock of treating others with respect and kindness. And in today's society, where we have so many opportunities to interact with people in a variety of ways, instilling a sense of civility that goes beyond saying "please" and "thank you" has never been more important. It's easy to assume that children will inherently know how to be respectful of others, and often they do, but you can help them along by setting clear expectations and being mindful of your own behavior. Here's how to build on the Golden Rule.

Get crafty Impress Her

What mom wouldn't be bowled over by this cute and simple project?

Hit the Road for a Reunion

Parks, camps, and cruise ships will roll out the red carpet for a get-together that your family will treasure for decades.

Healthy eating Crackers

The right one can help you stay healthy and slim. Go ahead, get your crunch on!

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