Prevent clutter in the hub of your home with these mudroom storage tips. First, designate a spot for each family member to store coats and supplies. This makes it easy for kids of every age to know where things go when they finish school activities. Credit: Kim Cornelison Next, plan space for charging electronics andstoring sporting equipment, especially if used daily. And don’t forgetplenty of labelsand convenient storage features to help everyone stay tidy....

Get a more comfortable, storage-savvy, and energy-efficient home when you invest in these updates. These interior and exterior upgrades add value to your everyday lifeand many are great for resale value, too. Aslarger showers continue to trendin bathroom renovations, this accessible design style is both practical and stylish. Credit: Marty Baldwin Kitchen Countertops Countertops are an integral part of your kitchen’s style and function. Plus, it’s often more energy-efficient and can be added to many rooms in the home....

Try growing parsley in pots to enjoy this herb in small gardens or even a windowsill. In an outdoor container, parsley makes a usefulpest-repelling companion plant. Andindoors on a sunny windowsill, this herb will still produce plenty of flavorful leaves for you. Credit:Jacob Fox Choose the right pots. Parsleycan grow in a variety of containers, including terra-cotta pots, fabric grow bags, and ornamental planters. Just verify thatany container you choosehas plenty of drainage holes at the bottom to prevent soggy roots....

Yes, growing tomatoes indoors is possible. Here’s how to get a delicious harvest of your own. Bypass lackluster grocery store tomatoes this winter. Credit:YinYang / Getty Images Instead, grow your own indoor crop of salad-size tomatoes. A combination of art and science, cultivating a crop of indoor tomatoes is a labor of love. YinYang / Getty Images 1. Even the sunlight streaming in a south-facing window falls short of what a tomato plant needs to thrive....

These native plants offer just as much beauty as invasive species, but won’t grow out of control. The good news is that there are plenty ofbeautiful native plantsthat make excellent alternatives in the landscape. Here’s a list of the top invasive plants and the best native substitutes to grow instead. Credit: Denny Schrock In woodlands and other natural areas, it can blanket trees and shade out native seedlings. Hummingbirds love the red blooms, and other birds eat the berries it produces after the blooms fade....

Give your bathroom a spa-inspired makeover with these tranquil expert-recommended neutral hues. Courtesy of Behr Neutral paint colors lend themselves well to a private space such as a bathroom. They set a calming tone and pair well with different decor styles, colors, and materials. Credit:Courtesy of Behr Paint color:Sculptor Clay. It’s a nutty brown hue with smoky gray undertones. Additionally, it’s possible for you to create subtle contrast by layering differentpaint sheens....

Make your New Year’s Eve menu one to remember for years to come. If you’re still deciding on the menu, let us help you plan the ultimate dining experience. From traditional to international foods, we have the most deliciousNew Year’s recipes. Credit: Jacob Fox Our curated menu ideas will make your holiday party one to remember. Out favorites include chevre, smoked Gouda, and fresh mozzarella. We’re partial to this wintry sangria with dried fruit, brandy, and red wine....

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We’re going back to the ’90s with this cozy holiday inspiration. Thesetimeless projects and decorating ideasbring together the familiarity of classic traditions and a touch of retro flair. For best results, use sturdy 40-pound watercolor paper to ensure the lanterns hold up beautifully. Credit:Better Homes & Gardens Dip bagel halves lightly spread with peanut butter into birdseed, then hang them as edible ornaments. Finish off the tree by threading cereal garlands throughout the branches....

While some vintage styles have long faded from memory, others are more popular than ever. In fact, many of this year’s biggest design trends draw inspiration from decades past. Here are 10 nostalgic design trends making their way back into our homes in fresh, modern ways. Credit: Anthony Masterson Rattan Furniture Popular throughout the 1960s and ’70s,rattan furnitureis making a major comeback. The lightweight woven material delivers natural texture and a laidback look that works well in rooms of all styles....

If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Ease the strain of gardening with these senior-friendly tools. Plus, the 50-foot length provides plenty of lead for you to drag it around the yard. Credit: Better Homes & Gardens/Henry Wortock It also comes with a growing starter kit containing plant food and lettuce seeds to get started. They also have slightly cushioned, non-slip grips to prevent hand fatigue as you garden....

Think beyond banana bread (though we have delicious recipes for that, too!) and make one of these top-rated quick bread recipes. We’ve got sweet and savory quick bread recipes such as popovers, flaky biscuits, and more. Credit: Carson Downing Classic Buttermilk Biscuits Ah, buttermilk biscuits. Our Test Kitchen’s classic recipe is hard to beat. Best Banana Bread What takes this classic quick bread recipe from basic to the next level?...

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