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Repurpose unused parking spaces into inviting living areas with these garage conversion ideas. But what if your garage had a real purpose? What if you could convert that space intoan office, a hangout zone, or even aguest house? Credit: Laurey Glenn Check out these garage conversion ideas to transform your unused parking space into valuable square footage. The 480-square-foottiny homefeels spacious thanks to vaulted ceilings and generous windows. French doorsreplace the original garage doors, adding to the open, airy feel....

Featuring apples, pumpkin, plums, and more, our healthy fall desserts are full of seasonal flavor. Add a little cozy to your dessert course with these fall healthy baking recipes. Apple-Toffee Tartlets Refrigerated piecrust makes these fruity fall pastries a cinch. Credit: Jason Donnelly Cinnamon and Brown Sugar Custards These cozy custards are made with an unexpected ingredient: carrots! Stick with us herevegetable desserts can be just as tasty and seasonal as fall fruit ones....

Whip up a warm-weather dessert using fresh berries, peaches, and more. Cool and crispy, it’s a must-make healthy summer dessert for hot weather. Not only does that save calories, but it also allows the summer fruitsblueberriesand peachesto shine. Credit: Blaine Moats Serveby the scoopfor one of our best light summer desserts (only 70 calories! Carrot and Zucchini Bars Move over,summer salads. Zucchini-carrot bars are a more fun way to feature fresh summer produce....

you could enjoy burritos, tacos and more without loading up on calories. These 18 recipes are light and delicious. Host a flavor fiesta with healthy Mexican recipes that don’t pile on the calories. Credit: Blaine Moats Cheesy Taco-Stuffed Peppers Pep up dinner usingbell pepperhalves as low-cal, high-nutrition “taco shells.” Or try two for a satisfying dinner that sneaks in 10 grams of protein. Chili Verde Soup Dump dinnersfor the win!...

We have fun ideas for everyone on your list. Ina Garten’s Cheddar Chipotle Crackers Jake Sternquist Leave the packaged crackers on the shelf. Toasted Seasoning Salt Did you know that toasting salt in a skillet imparts a smoky flavor? Credit: Kim Cornelison Make a big batch of these savory seasoning blends. Spiced Bourbon Cherries If you likeold fashioned cocktails, then you’ll love these bourbon cherries. Pair this homemade food gift with a set of cocktail glasses....

Stash these cookies in the freezer for when you need something sweet! Most iceboxcookie recipesstart with rolling the dough into a log before chilling in the fridge. After firming up, the dough is sliced and baked into delectable treats. Credit: Andy Lyons Time to get your mixer ready! Why Are They Called Icebox Cookies? Ready to dive into some of our favorite flavors? Credit: Blaine Moats Almond Icebox Rounds These almond-infused icebox cookies havecream cheesein the dough for an extra indulgent bite....

White kitchen cabinets are a classic choice. The whites I like have creamier undertones, so they dont feel stark, says interior designer Marina Hanisch. White Kitchen Cabinets with Black Hardware Dark appliances tend to stand out against such a light backdrop. Credit: Adam Albright To tie the space together, consider outfitting white kitchen cabinets with black hardware. Shoot for amix of sizes and shapes, like small round cabinet knobs paired with long rectangular drawer pulls....

These perennials can live for many years without needing much maintenance from you. Plant perennials and they’ll generally come back year after year, instead of needing replanting like annuals do. But not all perennials are alike. Credit: Janet Mesic-Mackie Here’s a roundup of the longest-lasting perennial varieties to try in your garden. Peony If you want to leave a flowering legacy, plantpeonies(Paeoniaspp.). These hardy perennials will last for decades. Credit: Andreas Trauttmansdorff...

These native plants help keep your gardening looking good through the seasons. Plus,natives are often better adaptedto your area’s environmental conditions so are easier to maintain. These 18 native trees, shrubs, and perennials offer plenty of color and texture from spring to winter. Credit: Peter Krumhardt Large clusters of edible dark purple to black berries add appeal in fall and winter. Want to harvest the berries for pie- orjam-making? Plant ‘Adams’ and a pollinator variety, such as ‘John’s’, for a bountiful fruit crop....

A neutral color scheme can provide the perfect base for a stylish living room. So go ahead, follow our ideas to inspire an inviting space that suits your style. Modern Neutrals Acombination of cool gray and crisp whitesets a modern tone in this neutral living room. Credit: Adam Albright Photography Richly stained wood floors, along with a handful of wood furnishings, inject warmth into the palette. Cozy Neutral Apply oneneutral living room colorin large doses for a restful effect....

Save valuable oven space with these easy appetizer recipes. No matter the kind of party, these delicious recipes are sure to win over the crowd. Serve it with waffle cookies, shortbread, gingersnaps, and fruit. Credit: Brie Passano Million Dollar Dip Jake Sternquist This cream cheese-based dip is worthy of its name! It’s full of crispycooked bacon, green onion, almonds, and sharp cheddar cheese. All you have to do is add the ingredients to a bowl and mix until combined....

Recycling paper, plastic, glass, and other items is an essential part of making your home greener. Implement our simple tips to quickly sort, store, and transport all of these materials. These recycling storage ideas make it easy to work this eco-friendly task into your daily routine with minimal hassle. Credit: Adam Albright Thispullout cabinet housesthe trash can as well as containers for recyclable cans and compost. A small shelf above holds paper bags....

Add beauty and curb appeal to your front yard with a sidewalk garden. Check out these front garden ideas that’ll work even in the smallest of spaces. Use Layers in the Garden Some of the best garden ideas use layering. Credit: Janet Mesic Mackie For this, you combine layers of plants that grow at different heights. This front garden idea is a great example. Just treat them as annuals (or grow them in containers and bring them indoors for the winter)....