May 2015

A month of fun days

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Contributors

Erin is a freelancer in the NYC area who has also written for Fitness, Prevention, and Today.com. Although much of her work has covered health, she sees a connection with this tech roundup. "I'm a curious person," she says.

Our picks

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Hitting Target stores beginning April 19: Resort-chic Lilly Pulitzer for you, your home, and the kiddos, too. Folding sling chair, $60; Outdoor pillow, $25; target.com

Short stories

Polka dots

Just your type

Aloha

WHO KNEW?

FLIGHT OF FANCY

ON LOCATION b'ham

Aka the City of Subdued Excitement. In this cool coastal town, it's springtime and the living is easy.

Derby day

You're the odds-on favorite to host the best Kentucky Derby party ever. Bet on these sweet eats, punchy sips, and clever decor ideas for the win.

10 THINGS TO LOVE ABOUT getting fresh with tradition

A young homeowner embraces the history of a classic Colonial--but doesn't leave the decorating stuck in 1941.

Satiny smooth

Used solo or in rich layers, these silky, ribbon-inspired blues bring life to any room.

May flowers

Peonies are a sentimental favorite. But these go-to perennials are also lovable for their tough-as-nails constitution.

State of the SMART

Power up the fun and dial back the hassle. We've got you covered with 28 gadgets, apps, and cool ideas to make your busy life better.

Light & easy

Designer Paige Sumblin Schnell's new book is full of the laid-back elegance she's known for. Steal the ideas in these three rooms to achieve her pretty, polished style in your home.

From hamper to hanger

The ladies behind The Laundress take the chore out of laundry with their line of eco-friendly soaps and the expertise that comes with a serious love for textiles. Let Gwen and Lindsey teach you their tricks.

BRING IN THE BEES

ALL HANDS ON DECK OUTDOOR REVIVAL

TO-DO LIST

HYDRANGEAS TWO HUES, ONE VARIETY

SPACE-SAVING TOMATOES

VISIT A PUBLIC GARDEN

NEW SPIREA

KNOW WHAT YOU GROW PLANT LABELS

KEEPING IT real

There's no trying to mask daily life in this edgy California cottage. Skateboards are as welcome as the pretty stuff.

Slice of paradise

A landscape designer turns her narrow backyard into a private getaway.

HOT SEATS

Crunch time

Building bonds

Pet picks

Get back to sleep

Roll with it

10 best ballparks

Stadiums today cater to families with a whole lot more than peanuts and popcorn.

THE GOOD KID PROJECT using good judgment

The skirt my daughter wants to wear to school is way too short. What should I do?

Health picks

This year, more than 70,000 consumers voted in our Best New Products Awards, bringing you the latest and greatest in five categories: household, food, beauty, health, and kids. Here's a look at some of our favorites in health.

Green peas

Spring is the season to get your hands on these little nutritional powerhouses.

I did it!