7 Bathroom Trends That Will Make a Splash in 2024

Designers say we’ll see timeless aesthetics and natural materials this year. We are loving the juxtaposition of off-white tiles and stone paired with deep earthy plaster and dark marble. This trend toward handmade details and features is also closely linked to the growing popularity of timeless style. Credit:Jean M. Allsopp When it comes to selecting earth-toned paint colors, undertones are more important than ever. Were loving the deep reds and browns, bold veining, and black stones for bathrooms lately....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 146 words · Brad Jenkins

7 Best Plants for Slopes That Will Look Beautiful While Preventing Erosion

These tough plants for slopes will fill an inclined landscape with color. Very few yards are perfectly level, and most have ditches or hills that make landscaping a challenge. Here are some of our favorite plants for slopes. Credit: Laurie Black These flowers come in many colors and have a freckled pattern on the petals. Plant hellebores on a slope in full shade or dappled shade for the best results....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 269 words · Amy Cruz

7 Best Types of Lilies to Grow in Your Garden

Find the perfect pop in of lily for your landscape. What Are Lilies? Many plants are often referred to by their common name, making them easier to remember and pronounce. Credit:Laurie Black But sometimes one common name can refer to various different plants or the common name can be misleading. These hybrids are ideal for beginner gardeners because they are among the easiest lilies to grow. They bloom in the summer months but are not fragrant....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 296 words · Sherri Cabrera

7 Best Types of Shrubs For Planting in Containers

A small space garden doesn’t mean you’re limited to small plants. Make a big impact on your landscape by using fuss-free shrubs in movable planters. These plants often offer just as much color as annual flowers, but with less fuss. Credit: Laurie Black Here are seven types of shrubs to consider planting in containers for instant impact. As a bonus,both shrubs are deer-resistant. Clusters of fuzzy white flowers in springattract bees and butterflies, but deer mercifully leave it alone....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 305 words · Robert Harris MD

7 Bread Machine Mistakes That Could Wreck Your Loaf

A bread machine can be a baking savior, but there are certain things to look out for. Learn the easy mistakes to avoid if you want a full and fluffy loaf. And we love the carb creations we see you sharing on social media, and with friends and neighbors. But this appliance presents a new set of questions and potential bread machine mistakes. Does it matter when you add the yeast?...

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 263 words · Jacob Wade

7 Breakfast Quiche Recipes to Seriously Upgrade Your Morning Eggs

These quiche recipes make breakfast (or any meal!) Treat family and friends to an irresistible, leisurely morning meal by whisking together these homemade breakfast quiche recipes. Choose a from-scratch recipe large enough tofeed a crowdor whip upsingle-servemini quiches. Credit: Peter Krumhardt Our collection of best quiche recipes has a dish for every occasion. Stateside, however, breakfast quiche recipes are a morning favorite. This quiche Lorraine recipekeeps it classic with baconand Swiss cheese filling....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 234 words · Sean Wright

7 Causes for Brown Spots on a Fiddle Leaf Fig (and How to Save Your Plant)

One of the most common issues is the appearance of brown spots on fiddle leaf fig leaves. But don’t let your Insta-worthy show plant become a candidate for the compost pile. Heres a quick list of reasons a fiddle leaf figs leaves turn brown and how to fix the problem. Credit:Crystal Bolin Photography / Getty Images Overwatering Fiddle leaf figs are sensitive to overwatering. One of the most common causes of brown spots on fiddle leaf fig leaves isroot rot resulting from overwatering....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 542 words · Victor Ortiz

7 Christmas Color Schemes That Will Never Go Out of Style

Get inspired with beautiful, bold colors this holiday season. Color is the perfect way to channel your unique personality and create a space that brings you joy. Here are some favorite Christmas color scheme ideas to get you started. Credit: Adam Albright “Red and white is a classic Christmas combo that reminds me ofcandy canes,” says Robinson. She recommends buying some and hanging them on the tree as a fun (and tasty) motif....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 430 words · Patricia Miller

7 Cleaning Mistakes That Might Be Making You Sick

The germiest time of year is here! Fix these common cleaning blunders to help keep you and your family healthy this cold and flu season. Of course, you don’t have to be obsessive about it. Credit:Trina Dalziel While not as eco-friendly, this is one area to consider paper towels. If you do use a cloth,wash it in hot waterin the laundry ASAP. Many disinfectants take a few minutes to do their job, so spray, let sit, then wipe....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 178 words · Timothy Lopez

7 Clever Ways to Hide TV Cords

Prevent TV cord clutter from becoming a distraction with these creative solutions. Grant Webster Picture this: You finally splurged on that new TV you were eyeing. Except it’s hard to relax when you have a jumbled mess of cords staring back at you. Credit:Grant Webster Cord clutter can detract from the aesthetic you’re aiming for and stand out against white orneutral walls. Here are seven clever ways to hide unsightly TV cords....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 275 words · Kyle Johnson

7 Common Instant Pot Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)

With so many parts and pieces to keep track of, it can be easy to make a mistake. You should be able to rotate the ring with some effort if it’s in the right spot. Luckily, there’s an easy way to tell if your Instant Pot is actually building pressure. Credit: Courtesy of Target But if you’re not sure if your Instant Pot is pressurizing, check the float valve. It looks like a small pin, and it’s right next to the pressure release valve....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 201 words · Casey Scott

7 Common Mistakes That May Explain Why Your Garden Mums Are Dying

Here’s what to avoid so your chrysanthemums will last as long as possible and have the prettiest blooms. Use them forautumn displays on your porch, along with dried cornstalks, gourds, and pumpkins. But by the following spring, your plants may be reduced to clumps of dead stems. Credit:BHG / Kelli Jo Emanuel In general,garden mums are pretty easy to growonce you know the following common mistakes to avoid. Amy Enfield is a live goods senior scientist for the Scotts Miracle-Gro Company....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 336 words · Daniel Jones

7 Common Mistakes to Avoid with Your Hummingbird Feeder, According to Experts

Avoiding these common hummingbird feeder mistakes to encourage hummers to spend more time in your yard. However, hanging a feeder doesn’t mean hummingbirds will automatically come. There are several common mistakes people make when putting out a feeder, according to experts. Credit:Jay Wilde Here’s how to avoid them toincrease your chances of attracting hummingbirdswhile reducing unnecessary efforts and expenses. You’ll see how much the hummingbirds consume in a couple of days....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 306 words · Victoria Drake