Pillow Talk
For many people, especially in tough times, a bed and some fluffy pillows can be a real sanctuary. Even the sight of a bed with its top half brimming over with lush pillows can soothe the nerves, as many people who are coping with a stagnant economy ar...

Well-Worn 'Wows'
If pedestal sinks and peeling armoires make you weak in the knees and overstuffed, floral-printed couches give you heart palpitations, you know the sweet-smelling power of shabby chic. For those of you who aren't as familiar (or who have never thoug...

The Great Kitchen Debate
Will adding another shelf create a cramped counter? Will painting the cabinets only mask a more serious issue? Do you really need to invest the time and money into remodeling the entire kitchen? Follow these guidelines from the National Kitchen and Bat...

Pull up a chair for creativity
Is your dining room missing something? Inject a touch of creative flair and personality to liven it up. Your selection of linens invites a sense of fun and surprise to dinner. Try an unusual tablecloth: aunt Melba's old quilt, a Beacon or Mexican bl...

Chill Out
You wouldn't wear your gray wool slacks in August, would you? So why wrap your home in heavy, dark colors the year round? Lighten up. Your home will look more inviting and you'll find it a more refreshing and comfortable place to be. You can change ...

Reach For It
If today's gardens are becoming more like outside rooms, then trellises, arbors and other climbing-plant structures can be the walls, doorways and artistic final touches that give them definition and character. Whether as bamboo-stake teepees, romantic...