About House & Home: Spring Clean...Everything

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House & Home From Diane Schmidt, your About House & Home Editor The official start of spring is less than a week away and with the lengthening days and the extra energy we feel as the temperatures begin to warm, along with the need to get rid of those winter dust bunnies that have been hiding beneath the bed, it's time for a little cleaning - inside and out. Spring Clean Your Garden Who knew you should spring clean your garden? But what better excuse to dig in the dirt than following this guide to preparing your garden for the upcoming growing season. See More About:  spring bloomers  spring gardening  seasonal plants Spring Clean Your Meal Planning This is something I desperately need to do. Our meals have become tedious and boring. Spring is the perfect time to revamp, get creative and try something new. See More About:  kitchen organization  how to  meal plan Spring Cleaning Checklist Here's the best checklist for spring cleaning your home that I've ever come across. With everything from how to scrub the grill for the upcoming barbecue season to getting rid of garage leftovers, your home will be free of dust, dirt and debris. See More About:  spring cleaning  seasonal chores  cleaning a room Clear Your Clutter Speaking of debris, clearing your clutter is the best part of spring cleaning - getting rid of the old, the unwanted, the unused - leaving your home (and you) feeling airy and light, like it can breathe again. See More About:  feng shui home  feng shui tips  feng shui cures House & Home Ads House Cleaning Maid Clean House Maid House Cleaning Building a House House Building Plans Featured Articles 10 Easy Flowers from Seed Learn How to Sew 5 Bird Training Mistakes to Avoid State Nursery Recommendations What's a Smart Meter? Bathroom Shower Ideas   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About House & Home newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Advertisement

About House & Home: Celebrating All Things Green

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House & Home From Diane Schmidt, your About House & Home Editor St. Patrick's Day is a great reason to celebrate all things green. Whether you're throwing a party for the people you love (with a green-theme), helping kids make their own shamrocks, or turning the color green into a way of life, everything you need is right here. A St. Patrick's Day Party for the Whole Family This is the first time I'll be hosting a St. Patrick's Day party at our house and while I was hesitant when friends first suggested it, once I found this article, I knew the party would be a hit. See More About:  st. patrick's day  family parties  irish dinner parties St. Patrick's Day Crafts & Activities If you're hosting a party or an after-school event, you're going to need some things for the little ones to do. My favorite? Building a Leprechaun trap! See More About:  saint patrick's day  march holidays  special days 8 Tips for Green Cleaning If you're not into the St.Patrick's Day festivities, you can still think green when it comes to cleaning your home. Check out this article on how to green-clean your home from top to bottom. See More About:  green home products  green housework  air quality Getting Out the Green Speaking of cleaning, some of the worst stains I've ever encountered have been from St.Patrick's Day festivities. Take the time someone spilled green beer on my favorite white shirt. Or the time my niece smeared green icing on a pair of new khakis. Or...well, you get the picture. See More About:  stain removal  fabric care  appliances House & Home Ads House Cleaning Maid Maid House Cleaning Clean House Green Cleaning Cleaning the House Featured Articles Tips for Indoor Composting 5 Fun Dog Products How to be a Good Neighbor Spring Home and Garden Shows What is SPF Lumber? Unclog the Kitchen Sink   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About House & Home newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Advertisement

About House & Home: Houses of the Future

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House & Home From Diane Schmidt, your About House & Home Editor We all look forward. It's human nature to think of innovations, to be curious about what the future holds and to find ways to make our lives a little better. This week, we're looking at homes of the future, where design is unique, entertainment is enhanced, and green is the color of the day. Houses of the Future It wasn't until I read this article that I realized that prefab homes are not our parent's flimsy structures, but creative, innovative and elegant designs that anyone would be proud to call home. See More About:  home construction  energy-efficient design  healthy design New Home Theater Products for 2012 The future of television and home entertainment is contained within this fun and engaging gallery of the best from the 2012 Consumer Electronics Show. Find out everything you've ever wanted to know about OLED, no-glasses 3D TV, and massive-sized screens that outshine your local movie theater. See More About:  ces 2012 official logo  consumer electronics show  ces The New Generation of Hybrids While most of us think we know the ins and outs of hybrid vehicles, there's a lot hidden under the hood that, personally, I didn't consider before. Like the differences between traditional hybrids and the newer models and just how efficient and effective they are compared to gas-powered cars. See More About:  plug-in hybrids  electric  fuel economy The Future of Laundry If you think we've come as far as we can in how we clean our clothes, think again. This is a very cool product that might just change the way we do things and, at the same time, save money, time and some of our precious natural resources. See More About:  appliances  fabric care  laundry products House & Home Ads Clean House Green Houses House Cleaning Maid Building a House House Architecture Featured Articles St. Patrick's Day Knitting Projects How to Get a Horse All About Artificial Grass Preventing Shin Splints 6 Best Dishwasher Detergents How to Clean Bamboo Floors   More from About.com Top 10 Skin Myths How do you know the information and advice you get about your skin is true? Start with this article, which debunks some of the the most persistent myths out there. More> Learn a New Hobby Are you thinking about taking up a new hobby? From chess to painting to birdwatching, this comprehensive list provides a wide variety of options, to suit all sorts of interests. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About House & Home newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Advertisement

About House & Home: Planning for Spring Break Fun

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House & Home From Diane Schmidt, your About House & Home Editor While spring break is still a few weeks away, this is the perfect time to plan what you'll do, where you'll travel to or how you'll keep kids entertained. Top 8 Ways to Save on Hotel Accommodations If you're planning a family trip for spring break, then you'll want to check out this article on how to save money on accommodations. See More About:  hotel savings  frugal vacation planning  Craft Kits for Elementary Aged Kids Whether you've decided to stay home this year or spend a week away visiting friends or relatives, keep children occupied, and their creativity stimulated, with these fun crafts for elementary-aged kids. See More About:  craft product reviews  gifts to make  craft kits How to Make Maple Syrup This was one of my favorite things to do when I was young: tap maple trees then make syrup that we would pour onto snow for yummy frozen treats - the perfect family day out. See More About:  maple syrup  hobby sugaring  Tips For Organizing a Family Cleanup Day Even if you're planning a week full of fun activities, there's no reason why one of those days can be set aside for a family cleanup day. In fact, who says that cleaning together can't be fun? See More About:  cleaning with kids  chore charts  cleaning fun House & Home Ads Retirement Planning Kids Games Fun Kids Activities House Cleaning Children Activities Featured Articles Do Coatis Make Good Pets? Where are the Healthiest Places to Live? Grow Your Own Ginger Indoors Interior Design Principles Best Rooms For Vinyl Flooring Host a Mardi Gras Jazz Brunch   More from About.com Top 10 Skin Myths How do you know the information and advice you get about your skin is true? Start with this article, which debunks some of the the most persistent myths out there. More> Learn a New Hobby Are you thinking about taking up a new hobby? From chess to painting to birdwatching, this comprehensive list provides a wide variety of options, to suit all sorts of interests. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About House & Home newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Advertisement