About House & Home: Guide to Easter & Springtime Decorating

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House & Home From Diane Schmidt, your About House & Home Editor With Easter just around the corner and spring now officially here, it's time to put away those dark, winter colors and break out the yellows, purples and reds with this guide to decorating your home both inside and out. Outdoor Easter Decorations Before coming across this article, I hadn't thought about decorating our outdoor space. But now I'm inspired! Not only will festive colors brighten up the somewhat drab landscape that have yet to burst with spring flowers, it also sends an inviting message to neighbors and friends. See More About:  easter bunny  outdoor holiday decorations  easter decorations Easter Decorating Ideas on a Budget While decorating is fun and adds a festive feel to your home, it can be a drain on your household budget. Unless you take some advice from this article that offers easy, inexpensive ways to brighten up your space. See More About:  easter decor  spring decor  holiday decorating Decorate Your Table for Spring If decorating your entire home and front yard are a little overwhelming, why not start with your dining room table? From beautiful springtime flowers to Easter baskets, this guide has it all. Easter Sewing Patterns and Projects If you'd like to add a touch of fun and creativity to your decorating plans, then check out these free patterns and projects to get your home ready for spring. See More About:  sew for holidays  free sewing patterns  sew gifts House & Home Ads Easter Craft Easter Crafts Modern House Plans Easter Basket Ranch House Plans Featured Articles Keep Pests Out of Your Home Horse Buying FAQ How to Prevent Shin Splints Time to Recharge Your AC Home Theater on a Budget House Plan Help   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: Plan a Summer Wedding

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House & Home From Diane Schmidt, your About House & Home Editor Summer is fast approaching, and with it, weddings. Whether you're the bride to be, the maid of honor, the best man or the soon-to-be mother-in-law, this guide to the perfect nuptials will help you plan that special day. Make Your Wedding a Day to Remember Even if you've already decided how your wedding will look, this guide to making the special day your own - one that reflects who you are - is an essential addition for anyone who's taking their vows this summer. See More About:  wedding plans  wedding flowers  decorate a wedding Choose Wedding Flowers With so many types of flowers to choose from, where does a bride even begin? Everything you need to know about bouquets, boutonnieres and corsages is all here in this quick tip list. See More About:  fragrant wedding flowers  cheap wedding flowers  wedding flowers Wedding Scrapbooking Ideas If you're thinking that you don't need to consider the wedding scrapbook until after the ceremony is over, think again. Whether you're giving a scrapbook as a wedding gift or planning on creating your own after the big day is over, knowing what you might want to include in its pages will ensure all those magic moments are captured. See More About:  wedding scrapbook pages  scrapbook page ideas  Find Unique Wedding Gifts Tired of giving a toaster, blender or egg cup holders as a wedding gift? Check out these unique ideas to make every bride and groom ooh and ah. See More About:  appliances  coffee and tea  cutlery and knives House & Home Ads Cheap Wedding Ideas Cheap Wedding Photography Wedding Wedding Etiquette Flowers for Wedding Featured Articles Should We Buy a Home Before Marriage How to Raise Chicks What Do Corals Eat? How To Install Smoke Detectors Facts About Roseville Pottery Readers' Choice Awards: Best Decking   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: 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