Lift a window, throw open a door and give your home a breath of fresh air. You’ve been waiting for this season that stirs a desire to refresh your living space both inside and out.
Described by Pantone as “a new color whose courageous presence encourages personal inventiveness and creativity,” Very Peri is a warm periwinkle blue with a violet-red undertone – the “happiest and warmest of all the blue hues.”
If you are nervous about taking the next home project step yourself, don’t fret – you are more capable than you think! Nowadays, home improvement is much easier than it used to be. Small jobs that used to take weeks or months to finish can now be done in a matter of days with minimal mess and frustration. These little DIY projects can equal big results – here are a few that once accomplished, you’ll be proud to know it was “all you.”
Backyard gardening has been a hot topic for a few years now, with many trying their hand at growing veggies and herbs. And, what a delight it is to walk amongst your rows of radishes flourishing, tomatoes ripening, peppers popping and even pumpkins beginning to round into form. Personal gardens can be grown in a variety of styles including hanging, vertical and potted; but the two most common and ultimately successful are raised or traditional in-ground.
A design element once taken for granted is becoming a major part of the interior decorating experience. In order to complete the theme, your flooring style cannot be an afterthought. It’s the support for the entire look and feel of the room and is often the first thing a potential buyer notices upon entering a home.
With costs for housing becoming out-of-reach for many, people are starting to consider non-traditional ways to build their own space. While it’s not for everyone, the “tiny home’’ movement has gained a lot of attention over the past few years.
When spending time out in the backyard, we often miss the comfy amenities that we have indoors. Well, miss them no longer! You can create an outdoor oasis that will be the envy of the neighborhood. First, make a plan – look at your space and list the features you want to include. Need some ideas? Here are some ways to bring your backyard oasis to life.
As we all grow older, keeping our memory intact and our thought processes efficient becomes extremely important. No one wants to “lose himself” later in life or experience the feeling that you are starting to “slip.” And, although the causes of brain function loss such as with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease are not yet definitive, there is evidence that some lifestyle changes can greatly reduce the risk.
In every community across the U.S., vulnerable older adults are being abused, neglected and exploited. Yet, in many instances, their plight is ignored or minimized. Sadly, too many people view the elderly as burdens rather than as valued individuals who are entitled, as we all are, to be treated with dignity and respect.
Do me a favor and open your medicine cabinet. Count how many vitamin supplements or multivitamins you have. I’ll bet it’s at least two bottles. How many do you have?
It is estimated that 2.6 million weddings will take place in the U.S. this year – a record high! The uncertain climate for social activity has inspired creativity and couples are exploring non-traditional concepts for their big day. Here are some trends for the wedding season ahead, and tips from local wedding experts.
