6 Low-Cost Updates to Make Your Kitchen Wheelchair Accessible

Making your kitchen wheelchair accessible doesn’t have to cost thousands of dollars. Here are a few budget-friendly improvements you’re free to do right away. Here are some low-cost kitchen upgrades to confirm your kitchen is set up properly for easier mobility and function. Credit: Mihajlo Ckovric / Stocksy / Adobe Stock Add a ramp into the kitchen. Add a ramp into the kitchen to make it easier for someone in a wheelchair to access....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 187 words · Deborah Preston

6 Make-Ahead Chicken Recipes for Easy Reheating Anytime

Prep these recipes ahead, and you’ll have an easy meal in minutes. Busy days dont always leave time for cooking, but a well-stocked freezer can be a game changer. Chicken provides macro- and micronutrients that are considered essential for human health. Credit: Andy Lyons Either way, theyre hearty and perfect for making aheadso you always have a homemade meal within reach. Turmeric-Ginger Marinated Chicken Marinadesenhance flavor and create more tender chicken....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 211 words · Danielle Guerra

6 Mistakes to Avoid When Cleaning Your Shower

These little errors can add up to a shower that never looks its best. Lincoln Barbour OK, this is embarrassing. But over the years, it got really yucky. Credit:Lincoln Barbour (I was cleaning it regularly, I swear!) I knew I needed professional help. Enter Blake Wernimont of Grout Works. Credit: Avery Powell But the best thing Blake did was point out mistakes I was making in cleaning and maintaining my shower....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 556 words · Kristen Miller

6 Modern Trends We’re Eyeing from McGee & Co.’s Spring Collection

If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. The deep color combined with the chestnut finish adds a classic touch to your space. Pair it with the matching Latimer Ottoman to really make your living room feel welcoming. Credit:McGee & Co. Even small hints of warm tones can impact the entire aesthetic of your space. Pattern Play What better way to refresh your space than with pattern? Unexpected Decor...

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 185 words · Christina Nunez

6 Must-Do Steps to Prepare Your Space for Patio Season

Make the most of your outdoor space by properly preparing for the season ahead. Clean the Space Before working on any other projects, it’s important to start with a clean surface. Sweep away any dirt, dust, and debris collected during the colder months. Credit:EDMUND BARR For outdoor rugs, shake out small mats and use a vacuum on larger area rugs. After the cement is clean,wipe down all patio furniturewith a washcloth....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 251 words · Jesse Beard

6 Must-Haves Our Home and Garden Editors Are Loving This Season

If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. From raised beds to weed preventers, here are our tried-and-true favorite gardening products. Summer gardening seasonis in full swing, and the BHG home and garden editors are sharing their top picks. Credit:Courtesy of Eartheasy in our own garden spaces. to your indoor space, take inspiration from these garden products our editors are loving this season. They’re made of quality cedar, and the ledge makes harvesting more comfortable....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 177 words · Brittany Hill

6 Must-Know Tips for Pruning Crape Myrtle Trees Correctly

The neighbors might be pruning crape myrtle wrong, but that doesnt mean you should butcher yours, too. Ginny Weiler Perhaps no shrub or treesuffers from the pruning mistreatmentthat crape myrtles do. Its such a widespread problem that theres a name forpruning these treesincorrectly: crape murder. Credit:Ginny Weiler So when, why, and how should you prune your crape myrtle? This guide explains everything you better know, and provides tips from an expert....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 417 words · Tom Kirby

6 Must-Know Tips on Mandevilla Care in Pots to Keep the Flowers Coming All Summer

Mandevilla care in pots is a little different than growing these gorgeous summer-blooming plants in the ground. Select a large container. Mandevillas often come in plain black nursery pots. Credit:Bob Stefko They might be potbound and need a new home for more than aesthetic reasons. Whenchoosing a new container, consider the mature size of your mandevilla variety. A large plant needs a large pot; leaving your mandevilla in a small container stifles it....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 275 words · Jenna Acosta

6 Must-Try Summer Cakes to Celebrate the Season

Upside Down Almond Plum Cake Summer cakes are versatile when it comes to seasonal fruit. You’ll have difficulty only having one slice of this attractive and delicious summer cake. Earl Grey Tea Cake You’d never guess this impressive layer cake starts with abox mix. Credit: Blaine Moats Infuse the batter with Earl Grey tea and layer the baked cakes with fluffy whipped cream and fresh raspberries. Finish with a homemade tea syrup....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 116 words · Katherine Goodman

6 Must-Visit Vintage and Antiques Fairs Worth a Road Trip

Don’t miss these must-visit stops for your next antiquing treasure hunt. Stephanie Daisy Vintage pieces add charm, character, and story to any space, indoor or out. But where to start? Credit:Stephanie Daisy We did the research for you! To best experience the event, youll need a car and shoes made for walking. If you want less shopping competition, visit the winter show, which is markedly smaller and less busy. Credit:Stephanie Daisy...

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 263 words · Angela Allen

6 Nostalgic Christmas Village Ideas for Your Mantel

We first featured these classic Christmas village ideas in 1966, and they’re still popular today. Christmas is a nostalgic time of year, and holiday decor can often invoke fond memories and sentimental feelings. The age-old Christmas Village tradition initially began as nativity scenes illustrating the Christmas story. Credit:Adam Albright Deck your halls with Christmas nostalgia this year with a magical winter village scene. These are our favorite Christmas village ideas, ranging from modern to classic to nontraditional....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 277 words · Olivia Mcbride

6 October ALDI Food Finds That Make Hosting Halloween So Easy, It's Almost Spooky

Go get the pumpkin ale before it disappears. And this month, were eating up the seasonal food offerings. Of course you do! Credit:ALDI | Design: Better Homes & Gardens ALDIs Fall Harvest Mac & Cheese will yo even the pickiest of eatersplus, its fall flavored. Priano Pumpkin and Sage and Butternut Squash Ravioli Another ofour favorite pastapicks is ALDIs fall-flavored ravioli. They go for $3.69 per pack. Credit:ALDI Youll also find a delectable frosted pumpkin Danish available in the ALDI Finds aisle this month....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 116 words · Johnny Terry

6 Outdoor Entertaining Trends You Have to Try This Summer

Wow your guests with these trendingoutdoor entertainingideas from professional event and party planners. Add Ambience with Layered Lighting One way to create a festive ambience is by leaning into lighting. Michelle Durpetti, founder of Durpetti Events, suggests layered lighting to create a party-ready atmosphere. Credit:Jason Donnelly Smart, dimmable LED fixtures allow hosts to adjust the lighting to match the mood. Try hanging lights overhead and setting them along tables as well....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 309 words · Lindsay Henry