These small-bathroom vanities provide plenty of storage without overtaking the room. Smart vanity designs can pack plenty of style and storage into a tight space. These small-bathroom vanities offer a big statement without overtaking the room. Credit: Brie Williams This petite vanity features a streamlined design that tucks neatly into a nook. The vanity’s storage is supplemented by a recessed medicine cabinet disguised with a framed mirror. The walls feature shiny white tiles that reflect light and make the small bathroom appear larger....

Plants with blue flowers are not abundant in nature. But when you’ve got some, they’re eye-catching and really earn their keep. Blue Hydrangea A big, bluehydrangea(Hydrangea macrophylla)is absolutely breathtaking. Credit: Peter Krumhardt you’re able to get your bigleafhydrangeas to turn sky blueby increasing soil acidity. Adding soil sulfur is one way to do this. Thislong-bloominggeranium flowers from June until frost, producing a nearly endless supply of violet-blue flowers. Credit: Erica George Dines...

Celebrate summer the best way we know howwith good food and friends. These easy appetizer ideas will get you started. Summer’s bounty of garden-fresh produce stars in these warm-weather appetizers. Credit: Blaine Moats Make one of these delicious summer appetizers for your next potluck, party, or pool day! Dress up the presentation when you serve it on a wooden platter. Air-Fried Soy Ginger Shishito Peppers Shishito peppers are mild, most of the time....

These easy dessert ideas are as sweet as anything in your Easter basket. Get ready to celebrate Easter and spring in the sweetest way possible. Easter Dirt Cake Gardeners must try this Easter dessert! Credit:BHG / Ana Cadena Chocolate cookie “dirt” and candy-dipped strawberry “carrots” make up this faux farm. Assemble these components atop a chocolate cake base for accurately-hued groundwork. Raspberry Mocha Carson Downing A chilled pie is a greatmake-ahead dessertto put on your Easter menu....

They’re not just for laundry! Use dryer sheets to remove soap scum, clean electronics, and eliminate static cling. But that’s not all they can do! Credit:Jacob Fox There are a slew of other useful reasons to keep them around the house. Plus, if youre still using them in the dryer, your linens will retain the scent longer. When youre satisfied, go ahead andhand wash the cookwareor place it in the dishwasher as usual....

What Is Universal Design? Universal designaims to ensure everyoneregardless of age, size, or abilitycan safely and effectively use a space. The NKBA recommends storing frequently-used items 15 to 48 inches above the floor for best accessibility. Credit: Marty Baldwin Embrace Technology Technology adds a new level of access for universal design. Another tech-savvy addition is a humidity-sensing bath vent. Install a Taller Toilet Standard toilet seats are 14 to 15 inches off the ground....

Get a kitchen that is convenient for everyone by embracing these universal design tips from the pros. What Is Universal Design? Universal designaims to ensure everyoneregardless of age, size, or abilitycan safely and effectively use a space. Credit: Dustin Halleck Create Contrast According to Erin L. Serventi, owner ofE.L. Designsand a Universal Design Certified Professional (UDCP), contrast helps people understand the boundaries of a space. Layer Lighting Natural light is ideal, so embrace it when you’re able to....

These container vegetable garden ideas are productive, beautiful, and can be up and running in no time. Use Colorful Containers Boost the color in your garden by using bright pots. Hang Natural Baskets If ground space is limited, why not plant yourvegetables in hanging baskets? Credit: Carson Downing Compact or “bush” varieties are best, though many herbs grow well in hanging baskets too. This pairing of tomato and basil, for example, creates a delicious and attractive display....

We included ideas that will work for all ages, whether for kids or the kids at heart. You might be surprised at how good it feels to help celebrate a birthday without throwing a party! DIY a Birthday Card Go for glitter with this festivehandmade birthday card. Credit: Andy Lyons It’s quick and easy to make, and the end result is so sparkly-good. Decorate Cupcakes Bake up the birthday girl (or boy’s!...

These fun witch decor ideas will cast a spell on your homeboth inside and outthis Halloween. We have creative ideas for spooky Halloween witch decorations and crafts you might put up today. Painted Witch Silhouette Thisfarmhouse decorcraft can be the center of your Halloween mantle this season. Credit: Jay Wilde Trace a witch silhouette onto a large sheet of newspaper or book pages that have been glued together. Broom Parking Station Every witch needs a place to leave her broom!...

Flea and tick season is inevitable. Use garden plants that repel ticks and fleas to keep blood-sucking pests far away from you and your pets. It’s better for the environment (and a whole lot prettier!). Credit: Bob Stefko Unlike ticks, fleas are known to cause home infestations. Both pests feed on blood and cause an irritating bite that leaves behind a red mark on the skin. Ticks, in particular, arespiking in population, resulting in more reports of tick-infested disease....

All you gotta make these bagels is Greek yogurt and self-rising flour. You don’t even need to proof them. The short ingredient list is enough to entice anyone intobaking therapy. Credit:Jake Sternquist Here’s how to make delicious bagels. We love everything bagel seasoning for its salty, garlicky crunch. But you could go plain or create your own flavor. Credit:Jake Sternquist Adding some cinnamon and raisins to the dough can be lovely....

This might be the simplest cake recipe you’ve ever made. That’s right, it’s just cake mix and soda. We promise each one will bake into a deliciousextra moist cake. Credit:Jake Sternquist If you love frosted cakes, top your cake with one of ourhomemade frosting recipes. Start with a two-layer-size cake. (When prepared a two-layer-cake mix will yield about 5 cups of batter.) Credit:BHG/Ana Cadena Then pick your pan, add the approximate amount of batter recommended, and follow the general baking times....