Reality Check
Author: Jeff Schnaufer Date: 11-13-2009
By Jeff Schnaufer | CTW Features
If there's one phrase buzzing around the furniture market in today's tough economy, it's "keeping it real." Those words rang true in the showrooms at this fall's High Point Market, the world's largest fur... |
Cranberry-Raspberry Sauce
Author: CTW Staff Date: 11-11-2009
Makes 5-6 cups
Ingredients
1 1/4 cups sugar
1/2 cup raspberry vinegar
1/4 cup water
1 12-ounce package fresh cranberries
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 cinnamon stick
1/4-inch vanilla bean
1 tablespoon thinly sliced orange peel
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Can It!
Author: Cathy Cassata Date: 11-06-2009
Given the economic events of 2009, families everywhere are preserving what they can, and that resourcefulness is proving to be mighty tasty. Don't let a lack of experience deter you - canning your fall harvest, even if it comes from a grocery store, is... |
Slow Down
Author: Jessica Abels Date: 11-04-2009
Everyone agrees there is nothing like a steaming hot, traditional home-cooked meal. So why bother with pre-packaged dinners? Using a slow cooker can be just as easy, but considerably more delicious.
"Crock-Pot slow cookers give the gift of time," sa... |
Blood Fake Blood
Author: Christopher Adamson Date: 10-30-2009
Jack-o'-lanterns lighting up your yard? Check.
Spooky music cued up and ready to go? Check.
Bowl of candy by the front door? Check.
Extra bowl of candy by the TV for later? Check.
Fake blood to spice up your porch decorations? Uhhhh ...
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Halloween Spook-shelf
Author: Christopher Adamson Date: 10-28-2009
"Making a Monstrous Halloween: Themed Parties, Activities and Events," by Chris Kullstroem (McFarland, 2009) $35
"How To Haunt Your House," by Shawn Mitchell and Lynne Mitchell (Rabbit Hole Productions, 2009) $38.40
"Adult Halloween Parties: Spoo... |
Monster Mash
Author: Mary M. Murphey Date: 10-23-2009
It's time to take your Halloween hosting responsibilities seriously, no joke. But don't get intimidated - crafting the perfect party (recipes included) is easier than you think.
"Halloween is a great time to celebrate with a fun and festive party fo... |
Great Expectations
Author: Bev Bennett Date: 10-21-2009
Buying flowering bulbs in the fall can give gardeners great expectations. Using them, however, also requires a leap of faith.
How do you know whether the bulbs will bloom? How can you arrange them to add beauty to the garden? And how can you prevent... |
Reels of Terror
Author: Christopher Adamson Date: 10-19-2009
It's Halloween night and you're looking for a good scare to really make the holiday frightfully fantastic. A horror movie is your best bet, but will it be scary enough? We've got some suggestions here, rated on a scale from "wimpy" (1) to "simply terri... |
Doormats Done Right
Author: Christopher Adamson Date: 10-16-2009
Can't quite put your finger on what's missing from your home's front porch? Well, don't worry about your finger - it's your feet that matter.
It may seem like an extraneous detail, but a doormat can be a powerful piece of décor for instantly ma... |
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