Try peel-and-stick backsplash tiles for a low-cost, renter friendly backsplash renovation. Cameron Sadeghpour Rental propertiesprovide a place to call your own without the financial commitment ofbuying real estate. However, they’re also less customizable due to landlord and building policies that prohibit many permanent design changes. Credit:Cameron Sadeghpour Rental kitchens in particular include builder-grade finishes or outdated features overdue for an upgrade. Luckily, renovation and remodeling doesn’t always require demolition or unalterable additions....

Helen Norman Curling leaves is a relatively common plant problem thats usually not fatal topepper plants. Also, consider if anything has recently changed in your garden. Underwatered pepper plants usually look droopy, and their leaves may turn brown and crispy. Credit:Helen Norman If overwatering is to blame, let the soil dry out and water less in the future. Dont forget to check that container-grown peppers are growing inpots with drainage holes....

Top this candy cane-inspired cake recipe with a fluffy white chocolate buttercream and plenty of crushed mints. Brie Goldman Nothing dresses up your holiday table like an old-fashioned peppermint cake. There is nowhite or peppermint cake mixneeded here. Credit:Brie Goldman This easy peppermint cake recipe is made with ingredients that are already in your pantry. If youre looking for a chocolate peppermint cake recipe, tryTriple-Chocolate Cake with Peppermint Ganache. This holiday peppermint cake is topped with a festive display of homemade peppermint bark....

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Put old-fashioned color favorites pinkandpurple to work in your flowerbeds with these new-style garden compositions. Here, waves of pink andpurple petuniasedge a path and provide low-growing groundcover. Stick to Tradition Pink and purple remains a classic cottage garden combination. Stick to the Rules Pink and purple put on an exuberant display in this lushly casual garden. Take Center Stage This cheerful combination of old-fashioned garden favorites offers enough blooms to like any gardener....

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Designers share decorating tips and advice for adding this springy, bold hue to your home decor. Its fresh and inviting, the perfect balance for creating cozy yet dynamic interiors. Keep reading for stylish ways to incorporate persimmon into your space this spring. Credit:Annie Schlecther Ready to embrace this lively hue? Here are five expert-approved ways to bring the cheerful charm of persimmon into your home. Brighten a Small Space A vibrant hue like persimmon can instantly brighten a space....

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If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. Shoppers say it has the power of a full-size vacuum. Thats why having a good vacuum is essentialfor pet parents. Credit:Better Homes & Gardens / Madison Woiten Shopthe Black+Decker handheld Furbusterfor $75 at Amazon before Black Friday. That means less time spent removing strands from the unit while vacuuming. During testing, we had no difficulty cleaning tight spots, like between couch cushions, using the attachment....

Erin Little For many Americans, a pet makes a house a home. In fact, studies show that many homebuyers report prioritizing pets needs when shopping for a new home. Are Pet-Friendly Features Popular? Credit:Erin Little In short, yes. As the number of households with pets grows, so too does the interest in such features. Anotherstudy by the National Association of Realtorsshows nearly half of buyers are moving to improve their pets lives....

Talk about a package that’s pretty enough to eat! These puff pastry bundles utilize scraps of pastry for cute bows on top. Elevate your dinner game with these elegant petite beef Wellingtons, ideal for special occasions orholiday gatherings. Credit: Carson Downing Each pastry is pinched closed and adorned with a charming bow for a sophisticated touch. What Is Beef Wellington? Ingredients 1(2- to 2 1/2-lb. Line an extra-large baking sheet with foil....

Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman. Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco Pickles and pizza join forces to bring you your new favorite Saturday night dinner. Instead of a classicred sauce, this pickle pizza is topped with refrigerated ranch. Credit:Grant Webster. Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman. Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco It makes a creamy base for tangydill pickles, mozzarella cheese, and crushed red pepper flakes. you could find refrigerated or frozen dough in the grocery store or at your favorite pizza restaurant....

These pickle poppers are going to be your new favorite party appetizer. There’s something about a crunchy, creamy, and slightly spicyparty appetizerthat’s perfect for almost any occasion. They are incredibly easy to make. Credit: Hannah Bigot It’s a perfect little starter recipe for your nextget together. This gives plenty of room for the filling which is easily mixed by hand. Combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapenos, garlic powder, salt, and pepper....