June 2018

SUMMER SCHOOL

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BLOOMERANG DARK PURPLE LILAC

OBSESSED WITH FOLK DESIGN

A hallmark of folk art is artisans' imaginative takes on their own backyards. Today's fantastical animals, florals, and patterns range from graphic to intricate in a rainbow of colors. Use these designs to inject colorful energy into any setting.

ART THAT WON'T BREAK THE BANK

INSTANT GARDEN PARTY

NO-HASSLE PLANTS

TOOL DEBUT

PASTELS

Associated with Easter eggs arid baby showers, pastels can look surprisingly grown-up when you use midtone hues-- those that aren't too pale or bright.

Screening room

screening room A few DIY projects and the right furnishings help a neglected three-season porch emerge as a guest-ready outdoor living room.

How to buy A HOUSE

Need a change of address? Use this guide to help navigate the home-buying process with confidence.

A GOOD DEAL

There's a new fund-raiser in town: Boon Supply Co. sends 50 percent of shopping proceeds to the school, team, or youth group of your choice. The best part: It's all stuff you'll really want.

All set for SUMMER

We gathered the goods for three of our favorite outdoor tabletop looks. From the dishes to the details, it's all worthy of the dining room but tough enough for the patio.

Pretty in PINK

Summer RULES

The forecast for this Charleston, SC, guesthouse is 365 days of summer, thanks to one interior designer's beachy decorating tricks.

PUNCH LIST

Their full-time job may be identifying your address, but these house numbers work overtime in the style department.

I did it!

i did it! Tired of stashing home maintenance gear wherever if would fit, this DIYer put together a cleaning closet that makes housekeeping feel like shopping.

Living laboratory

Over nearly three decades, an Oregon homeowner has transformed her half-acre backyard into a garden of ideas.

THE NATURAL LIFE

TAKE A WALK IN THE MINNESOTA WOODS WITH COOKBOOK AUTHOR JOHNNA HOLMGREN, WHOSE EVERYDAY EXPLORATIONS FEED NEW RECIPE IDEAS, DECORATING PROJECTS, AND HER FAMILY'S LOVE OF NATURE.

COOL CANS

We tasted dozens of canned wines-white, rosé, and sparkling. These are our picks for sips that are widely available in stores and online.

PARTY PANTRY

Keep these nibbles in the cupboard for last-minute gatherings. Serve them straight from the jar or get a little fancy with these fix-ups.

PROTECT YOUR PETS IN THE SUMMER

A few precautions will help your furry friends safely enjoy the warm weather with you.

1957 OUTDOOR OASIS

1957 OUTDOOR OASIS Create a backyard retreat for basking in the warm summer days.