How To: Get Your Kids Into Gardening
If you have fond childhood memories of helping your parents tend to their garden, it’s time to pay it forward with your kids....
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Avoiding the “Mom Jeans” Issue
When it comes to fashion, we women all have that dreaded issue of the “Mom Jean” look. It is not a great look! It is rea...
Christmas Napkin Folds Anyone Can Do
To help him better impress guests at the dinner table, Marc enlists the expertise of Rick Mayhew of Decorations By Rick, who shows u...
Video Tutorials: Nail Art Ideas for Halloween
The best thing about Halloween is… getting to play dress up as an adult! While you might not be able to spend a lot of time in...
How To Fold A Napkin: The Tree and The Tuxedo
Looking to impress guests at your next dinner party? Rick Mayhew, from Decorations by Rick, shows us how to fold napkins in a way th...
DIY Flower Throw Pillow
Dear Marc: I have a plain accent pillow that I bought at a discount outlet. I thought it would be nice to sew a little design onto i...
Melissa Maker’s Thanksgiving Cleaning Tips
Cooking can be messy business, especially when it comes to a big event like Thanksgiving dinner. That said, there are a few things y...
Expanding the Space In Your Home
Your family has gotten bigger which means you have outgrown your home. Moving to a new place can be expensive and time-consuming. Bu...
Avocado Lime and Coconut No-Bake Cheesecake
Try something new, with this creamy and delicious no-bake cheesecake recipe. This tropically-inspired spin on a traditional cheeseca...
Transform Your Basement into a Rental Suite
If you live in a desirable area and you’ve been thinking about transforming your basement to attract renters, now may be the perfect...
Clever Decor Ideas for an Empty Corner
When I was grounded as a child, I was sometimes told to go stand facing a corner, the intention being that I would have nothing else...
Lingerie Tips for Plus Sized/Curvaceous Women
For plus-sized woman, it can be hard to feel confident. Plus-size women’s fashion has come a long way and it’s just getting better a...
12 Fall 2015 Fashion Trends
It’s fall once again ladies and a whole new set of fashion trends is upon us. We are in for a world of trendy new clothes and other...
Pole Dancing, Zumba and more… 7 Unique Fitness Classes to Try
Zumba Getting a little bored with your morning jog or your mid-day gym session? Zumba is a great way to shake things up a little, by...
Creative Hacks for Hosting Thanksgiving Dinner
Cooking a big meal, especially for a high pressure occasion like Thanksgiving, can be a intimidating and overwhelming. Chef Rob shar...
DIY Repurposed Weathered Wood Sign
“I’m from the country and I like it that way” – Tracy Byrd, #1 Billboard Hit Country Music Artist Dear Marc:...
The Ultimate Guide to Buying the Best Ribeye Steaks
Ribeye is a mouthwatering cut of steak that’s rich in meaty flavor. However, it can be expensive depending on the grade and wh...
DIY Faux Fur Chair Project
Dear Marc: I found a faux fur chair with natural stained wood at a flea market and I want to refinish it. I went to a fabric store t...
DIY Faux Mercury Vase
Dear Marc: I take off my rings when I wash dishes, but I am a little worried that they will fall down the drain. Do you have a trend...
DIY Children’s Art Table
Dear Marc: We took a weekend trip with our kids last weekend! It was our first trip as a family. With our busy schedule, it’s...
14 Make-Up Hacks for Women
Make-up is funny thing; it helps a woman feel beautiful and it covers up spots we don’t want to flaunt but it can be complicat...
Chic Bathroom Organization Ideas for Low-Storage Bathrooms
Dear Marc: I’m at a loss as to what I need to do with my bathroom to make it look beautiful. My main concern is the lack of st...
10 Fun Ideas for Baby Shower Themes
It is an exciting thing when your bestie or sister or someone close to you says they are pregnant. Ok, so now you want to throw them...
A DIY Wedding
Homemade weddings have become a growing trend in the last few years, offering various advantages to creative brides and grooms. Not...
Updating An Old Table
Dear Marc: I picked up an old metal base retail counter during a closing out sale. The wood top is in rough shape (scratches and scr...