About House & Home: Easy Ways to Save Energy This Winter

House & Home In the Spotlight | More Topics |   from Diane Schmidt Last winter, we had a series of freak snowstorms that swept the northwest and buried our home in a thick blanket of snow. It would've been okay, but we were shocked when the gas bill arrived - it was almost triple the normal amount. This year, I'm prepared. I've read all the tips on how save energy. I've even stopped grooming the pets in case all that extra hair can keep my toes warm at night.   In the Spotlight Easy Ways to Save Energy This Winter After reading this article, I now realize that it doesn't take a lot to save energy (and money). Simple changes that are easy to do and that don't require sacrificing warm toes or having to wear every single item in your closet.              More Topics Apartment Trick-or-Treating Apartment Living / Rental Why Mulch in Winter? Gardening Your First Knitting Project Knitting Avoid Saddle Soreness Horses What's Hot In Home Theater for the Holiday Season Home Theater Reasons Home Buyers Love FHA Loans Home Buying / Selling Why Won't My Car Start? Auto Repair How to Reduce Your Energy Bills Here's an extensive list of great energy-saving tips that will keep you toasty while preserving the earth and your bank account. What are you waiting for?   Power It With Sunlight Ah, the sun. In winter we crave it, in the summer we try to avoid it, but no matter what, if we can harness it, we can help heat our home for a fraction of the cost. If you think solar power isn't doable, think again.     Sponsored Links   Smartphone, Smarter Price Best Budget Smartphones In the market for a new smartphone? Some of the most popular handsets around can be purchased for under $100. More > House & Home Ads Solar Electricity Utility Bills Saving Water Solar Products Smartphone Downloads Advertisement     Visit Related About GuideSites: Antiques Apartment Living/Rental Architecture Entertaining Home Buying/Selling Home Repair Interior Decorating Landscaping   Search About      Sign up for more free newsletters on favorite topics. You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About House & Home newsletter as batman8672@GMAIL.COM. If you wish to change or remove your email address, please visit: http://www.about.com/nl/usgs.htm?nl=househomesl&e=batman8672@GMAIL.COM About respects your privacy. Our Privacy Policy. Our Contact Information. 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2008 About, Inc.

About House & Home: Creative Ways to Decorate with Pumpkins

House & Home In the Spotlight | More Topics |   from Diane Schmidt I just spent the last twelve hours carving pumpkins for a local community project, and while I'd rather eat the orange flesh in a pie, there was something soothing about scooping out that gooey mess - it made me feel like I was five again. Couldn't we all use a bit of that?   In the Spotlight Host a Halloween Pumpkin Decorating Party This is really what I should've done instead of trying to carve all those pumpkins on my own. Hosting a pumpkin-decorating party is not only a great excuse to socialize with friends and family, but it also ensures that your jack-o-lanterns don't all look the same. Like mine, for instance. Most of them resemble my Uncle George.              More Topics How to Make Ghosts Fly in Your Yard Pool & Patio Halloween Safety for Dogs Dogs Budget Decorating for the Holidays Budget Decorating Fall Layout Ideas & Free Patterns Scrapbooking Re-upholster a Chair Seat Flea Markets & Yard Sales Organize Your Kitchen Housewares / Appliances What Are Game Eyez? Ergonomics Hanging Pumpkin Candle Holders I love this idea. These pretty candles would look great on a patio or deck or to welcome trick-or-treaters to your door.   Make Your Own Pumpkin Planter I never would've thought of using pumpkins as planters. This is ingenious. Containers can be so expensive and it's difficult to find Halloween or Thanksgiving-themed ones that you can use inside or out.     Sponsored Links   Get Ready for Halloween Pumpkin Photos These scary-good jack-o-lanterns include everything from Homer Simpson to the Cat in the Hat to a pumpkin decked out like a hamburger. Check out the photos or submit your own! House & Home Ads Interior House Paint Decorate Magazine Paint a Home Painting in Home Decorating Magazine Advertisement     Visit Related About GuideSites: Antiques Apartment Living/Rental Architecture Entertaining Home Buying/Selling Home Repair Interior Decorating Landscaping   Search About      Sign up for more free newsletters on favorite topics. You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About House & Home newsletter as batman8672@GMAIL.COM. If you wish to change or remove your email address, please visit: http://www.about.com/nl/usgs.htm?nl=househomesl&e=batman8672@GMAIL.COM About respects your privacy. Our Privacy Policy. Our Contact Information. 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2008 About, Inc.

About House & Home: 25 Ways To Be a Cheaper Housekeeper

House & Home In the Spotlight | More Topics |   from Diane Schmidt I never used to think about how much I spent on cleaning products until my sister remarked on the number of different kinds of spray bottles stashed in various cupboards around our house. I just thought having so many would somehow - magically - keep my house cleaner.   In the Spotlight 25 Ways To Be a Cheaper Housekeeper Going through this informative list, I realize just how much time, energy and money I waste on cleaning the house. I also found out that some cleaning jobs can be avoided completely if only I can train some members of my family - who shall remain nameless - to remove their shoes when they come in the door.              More Topics Antique Silver Price Guide Antiques Fall Tree Care Trees and Shrubs Pumpkin Pie Soap Candle & Soap Making Black Cats Picture Gallery Cats Troubleshooting Electric Water Heaters Electrical Grow Your Own Medicinal Herbs Herb Gardens How to Decorate with Feng Shui Feng Shui Save Money by Making Your Own Cleaners Now, this is pretty cool. I can make my own cleaners for very little cost. Plus, it saves me the time required to dig out my reading glasses just to find out that the product has a zillion chemicals that I can't even pronounce.   Vinegar - the Miracle Laundry Product Vinegar is your friend. That's what my mother used to tell me. She used it to clean everything, but I don't think she every thought of using it in the laundry where it can fight tough stains, odor and a whole lot more for just pennies a load. Amazing.     Sponsored Links   Planning Your First Cruise Which Cruise is Right for You? Do you want to lounge by a pool or hike? Dress up for dinner or go casual? Answering these 10 questions will help you pick the perfect cruise vacation. House & Home Ads Nautical Home Decor Furniture Stores House Clean Tips Discount Furniture Modern Furniture Advertisement     Visit Related About GuideSites: Antiques Apartment Living/Rental Architecture Entertaining Home Buying/Selling Home Repair Interior Decorating Landscaping   Search About      Sign up for more free newsletters on favorite topics. You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About House & Home newsletter as batman8672@GMAIL.COM. If you wish to change or remove your email address, please visit: http://www.about.com/nl/usgs.htm?nl=househomesl&e=batman8672@GMAIL.COM About respects your privacy. Our Privacy Policy. Our Contact Information. 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2008 About, Inc.

About House & Home: How to Make a Haunted House

House & Home In the Spotlight | More Topics |   from Diane Schmidt The houses on our street compete each year for best Halloween decorations. It's pretty fierce competition, too. My theory is that it started with the guy down the street who insists on setting up a fake cemetery in his front yard...in July.   In the Spotlight How to Make a Haunted House Our next door neighbor says that the best way to create a haunted house is to leave her husband and kids on their own for a week. But if that doesn't work for you, then follow this guide to creating a spook-tacular Halloween attraction that will be the envy of all your neighbors.              More Topics How to Remove Mystery Stains Laundry Take Care of Your Pet's Teeth Veterinary Medicine Selecting Lumber for Your Woodworking Projects Woodworking How to Sell at a Farmer's Market Small Farms Home Buying Trends Home Buying / Selling 5 Reasons to Replace Your Garage Door Opener Garages & Storage Spaces Firing Up Your Gas Furnace Home Repair The Best Halloween Yard & Porch Displays If your front yard is lacking the creep factor, take a peek at this gallery of spooky yard and porches for some scary inspiration.   Decorate Your Yard for Halloween Here's a checklist of items you'll need to create the perfectly decorated yard - some things you can find around the house, while others are inexpensive and readily available at any craft store.     Sponsored Links   Planning Your First Cruise Which Cruise is Right for You? Do you want to lounge by a pool or hike? Dress up for dinner or go casual? Answering these 10 questions will help you pick the perfect cruise vacation. House & Home Ads Haunted House Small Spaces Halloween Decals Halloween Music Halloween Stickers Advertisement     Visit Related About GuideSites: Antiques Apartment Living/Rental Architecture Entertaining Home Buying/Selling Home Repair Interior Decorating Landscaping   Search About      Sign up for more free newsletters on favorite topics. You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About House & Home newsletter as batman8672@GMAIL.COM. If you wish to change or remove your email address, please visit: http://www.about.com/nl/usgs.htm?nl=househomesl&e=batman8672@GMAIL.COM About respects your privacy. Our Privacy Policy. Our Contact Information. 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2008 About, Inc.