Find a new home for these items you might typically store under your oven. Marty Baldwin Almost every oven has a drawer beneath it. Many use it for storage, while some use it as a warming drawer or broiler. Credit:Marty Baldwin Storing the wrong items could not only damage them but potentially start a fire. Before putting something in your oven drawer, ask: “Is this item oven-safe?” If the answer is yes, it should tolerate the high temperatures inside the drawer....

Brie Williams Theres a lot to love about a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser. If you arent familiar, thehandy cleaning toolis an abrasive cleaning sponge made of melamine foam. According to aP&G FAQ, this is expected. Credit:Brie Williams Simply rinse the small pieces of the sponge down the drain when youre finished cleaning. Opt for spot cleaning with aleather cleanerthat will both preserve the surface while also clearing up the mess....

What to look for in patio furniture: durable materials, easy maintenance, and versatile designs. Great patio furniture brings comfort and function to your outdoor spaces. Small spaces such as balconies and pocket gardens will beckon you outside when complemented with the right patio furniture. Credit: Edmund Barr Use the following tips on what to look for in patio furniture. Thoughtful planning will help make your backyard yournew favorite spot for lounging, dining, and entertaining....

Who says “old brown furniture” has to look old-fashioned? Brie Williams 1. Rethink the purpose of the piece. Credit:Brie Williams Mix furniture styles and eras. Land 3. Pair dark furniture with dark walls. Credit:Brian Anderson/Interior design: Jessica Stambaugh The floor is wood, too, but in a much lighter stain. i2i Photography/Max Kim-Bee 4. Pay attention to undertones. Credit:David A. Land Wood finishes often featureundertones that appear yellow, orange, red, blue-gray, or dark brown....

Find out how to get rid of squash bugs with these natural pest control tips. Identifying Squash Bugs Adult squash bugsmeasure about 12 inch long. These insects are most active during the warm summer months. Credit:Marty Baldwin Squash bug eggsare reddish-brown and oval-shaped. They are usually found in clusters on the underside of plant leaves. In about 10 days, they hatch into baby squash bugs or nymphs. Before diagnosing a squash bug problem, double-check that youre not dealing with these squash bug look-a-likes....

Plant More Than One Bees are necessary topollinate blueberry flowers so that the fruit develops. For best results, place your container gardens within a few feet of each other. Choose the Right Containers Plant justone blueberry per large weather-proof containerwith good drainage. Credit: Laurie Black A half whiskey barrel with good drainage holes is ideal. And consider investing in a plant dolly. Prepare the Perfect Soil Blueberries need acidic soil to thrive, ideally with a pH between 4....

Keep your cherry tomato plants producing plenty of ripe, juicy fruit from midsummer until fall. These growing tips will help you keep your plants healthy and maximize your harvest. szatmazs / 500px / Getty Images 1. Credit:szatmazs / 500px / Getty Images A few varieties have received awards for their flavor, disease-resistance, ease of growing, and productivity. These cultivars are All-America Selections winners because of their superior performance from midsummer until frost....

Here’s how to grow mint indoors so you have easy access to this fragrant herb all year round. All it takes is a well-lit spot and a little know-how. Karl Tapales / Getty Images 1. Credit:Karl Tapales / Getty Images After all, growing unique varieties is one of the benefits ofgrowing your own mint plants. Most herbs do best when planted in pots at least 12 inches across to allow room for root growth....

Grow salad greens indoors year-round with these essential tips on lighting, watering, soil, and more. Examples of salad greens includelettuce,spinach,arugula, mizuna, and more. Use these must-know tips to ensure your salad greens thrive indoors. Credit:Geshas / Getty Images Provide Ample Sunlight Salad greens need plenty of sunlight to growtypically around six hours a day. Grow them in a windowsill or near a south or east-facing window that receives bright light....

Nothing scares trick-or-treaters away like a sunken pumpkin. Protect your pumpkin from rot with these tips and products. When you do handle your pumpkin, be gentle. Credit: Adam Albright Handling a pumpkin aggressively can lead to bruises or unwanted cuts from fingernail snags. Ideally, youllset your pumpkin in its desired homefor the season, and it wont be touched again. BHG / Zoe Hansen 2. Credit:BHG / Zoe Hansen The hot sun speeds up a pumpkins decaying process, as does rain....

Beat the heat when the air-conditioner goes out with these old-school tricks for staying cool. The last thing you want on a sweltering summer day is for your AC to go out. Without air-conditioning, hot, humid temperatures outside can quickly make your home feel unbearably warm. Credit: Seth Smoot Don’t worry about what to do when your AC is broken. Choose Breathable Fabrics Trying to sleep in heat can be unbearable....

Waking up just got way more fun. Brie Williams Coffee bars are having a moment. And once youve committed to one, youll wonder why and how you ever did without. Credit:Brie Williams But how one goes about setting up their own home coffee bar is all up to personal preference. Think About Cabinet Storage Above and Below An organized coffee bar is a functional coffee bar. With all of your accoutrements nearby,morning cupswill be even more enjoyable....

Martha shares her best gardening advice in her brand new special interest print publication, ‘Martha Stewart Gardening.’ I am excited to share this very special issue with you," Stewart says. “Its all about our favorite outdoor pastime: gardening. Credit:NBC / Getty Images Gardening is a lifestyle for me. The time I spend outside and inthe greenhouseis highly rewarding. I hope you, too, find solace, joy, and fulfillment on your gardening adventures....