About Home: Bring a Little Spring into Your Home

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Home From Diane Schmidt, your About Home Editor Now that we're at the end of January, I can't help but feel a little anxious for spring's arrival despite the fact that it's still a long way off. So to help bridge the seemingly endless gap between the still cold weeks to come and the first day of spring, I suggest trying to bring a little color and a little of the outdoors inside to warm your home and remind you that spring is almost here. Start Seeds Indoors There's no better way to curb the winter blues than to dig in the dirt and bring some life back into your home. Seeds are the perfect way to do just that and this guide will take you through the steps of starting your soon-to-be outdoor garden indoors. Search Related Topics:  growing crops  farming basics  organic gardening What Equipment Do I Need to Start Plants from Seed? If you're going to start seeding, you're going to need a few supplies. But this doesn't mean you need to break the household budget. In fact, this guide will provide you with all the basic information to get your garden growing without spending a fortune. Search Related Topics:  seed starting  growing from seed  seeds Top 12 Flowering Plants for Indoors For those of us who aren't quite sure about starting seeds indoors, there's another easy way to bring some greenery and color into our home without too much fuss. Find out which flowering plants will best suit your home and your gardening experience with this extensive list. Search Related Topics:  flowering plants  foliage plants  17 Tips for Choosing the Right Paint Color If you're not able to bring the outdoors in with seeds or flowering plants, then you can always turn to the next best thing: paint. Paint is every wall's best friend so don't be afraid to go bold and bright with this guide to choosing the perfect paint for your home. Search Related Topics:  decorate by color  painting  Related Searches Rent a House House Rentals House Building Plans House Design Beach House Featured Articles Super Bowl Mystery Quilt for 2013 Top 10 Horse Buying Mistakes What's the Cost to Refinish Hardwood Floors? How to Buy, Fix-Up & Sell Your Home Top 12 Luxurious Homes With Pools How to Organize Your Home Office   More from About.com The Perfect Engagement Ring How to find a gorgeous ring with a style and price that suit your needs. Read more...> Best U.S. Destinations Experts pick the top U.S. destinations for 2013 based on budget, special events, and more. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Home newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2012 About.com   Advertisement

About Home: Super Bowl Parties, Trivia and Fun Stuff for Kids

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Home From Diane Schmidt, your About Home Editor I admit it. I'm not huge football fan. But I am a huge fan of get-togethers over food and fun. So, as we do every year, we're hosting a Super Bowl party with over 25 guests in attendance. It'll be our last one here in this city before our move so we're making it bigger and better than ever. I'm just glad we have the help of our Guides with tips and suggestions for a fun and festive game day. Super Bowl Party Food and Drink Ideas Whether you're hosting your first or fifth Super Bowl party, this is the ultimate guide to all things food. with recipes for every guest on your list. Search Related Topics:  super bowl party  2013 super bowl  super bowl party recipes Set Up A Home Theater System For A High Definition Super For those of you who like to watch the game, then you might want to check out this step-by-step guide to setting up a high definition theater system that will make it feel like the game is being played right in your very own living room. Search Related Topics:  super bowl  hdtv  surround sound Super Bowl Crafts and Activities Even if your kids are into watching the game, boredom often settles in during halftime. Check out this list of creative crafts to keep the little ones entertained. Search Related Topics:  sports crafts  All About the Mercedes-Benz Superdome Super Bowl 2013 is taking place at the Superdome in New Orleans, LA and the city is geared up for a party like none other. Here, you can read all about the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, including its role during Katrina, the infamous domed roof, and how it's now bigger and better than ever before. Search Related Topics:  domes  disasters and collapses  Related Searches Fun Stuff for Kids Super Bowl Parties Kids Party Food Kids Parties Superbowl Party Featured Articles The Essentials of Container Gardening Stop Drafts Around Outlets Sugar Glider Diet Record-Breaking Auctions for 2012 The Buzz on Organic Coffee How to Prepare Soil for Sod or Seed   More from About.com The Perfect Engagement Ring How to find a gorgeous ring with a style and price that suit your needs. Read more...> Best U.S. Destinations Experts pick the top U.S. destinations for 2013 based on budget, special events, and more. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Home newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2012 About.com   Advertisement

About Home: How to Live Large in Small Spaces

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Home From Diane Schmidt, your About Home Editor As our family plans a move to another country, we're also preparing to live in a small space for a while. I actually like small spaces. Besides the fact that less time is needed to clean, we're less likely to collect stuff we don't really need. So whether you live in a small space or you have a small room or alcove in your home that isn't being utilized, check out these articles on how to make a big impact in a small space. How to Furnish a Small Space I've been told before that you should always furnish a small space sparsely, but whenever I do that, it seems to make the space look even smaller. So what's a girl to do? Follow the sage advice given in this guide to furnishing a small space. Search Related Topics:  decorating an apartment  decorating small spaces  Create a Home Office in a Small Space This is one part of small space living that I was dreading: having to work in a tiny office. But this article on creating a workable and aesthetically pleasing home office has chased away any fear and replaced it with inspiration. Search Related Topics:  small space home office ideas  planning a home office  How to Make Small Spaces Look Bigger My aunt and uncle once lived in a tiny apartment that barely held them. They thought the only way to make their place look larger was to install mirrors on every single wall. It was like walking into a fun house only there was very little fun and a whole lot of banging into walls. Find out how to make your space look and feel better without stocking up on mirrors. Search Related Topics:  finding an apartment  saving your money  apartment decor How to Organize a Small Living Space One of the problems that quickly arises in any small space (especially in our home) is how to keep organized. It's so easy to clutter-up a small space, but with these tips and suggestions on how to organize your place, you'll find that you have more space than you ever thought possible. Search Related Topics:  tips  storage  space-saving solutions Related Searches Studio Apartment Decorating Ideas House Decorating Storage Space Decorating Rooms Featured Articles White House Trivia Facts About Finches 7 Basic Supplies for Kittens and Cats Top 10 Tips for Raising Goats All About Sewing Tools Install a Reverse Osmosis System   More from About.com The Perfect Engagement Ring How to find a gorgeous ring with a style and price that suit your needs. Read more...> Best U.S. Destinations Experts pick the top U.S. destinations for 2013 based on budget, special events, and more. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Home newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2012 About.com   Advertisement

About Home: Easy Home Design Tips for the New Year

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Home From Diane Schmidt, your About Home Editor With the holidays behind us, the new year before us and the cold solitary days of winter ever present, it's the perfect time to add a little color, a little pizzaz to your home. And you can do just that with these design tips and guides to creating a warm and inviting space. Design a Bedroom for Better Sleep Although the days are slowly getting longer, the nights a little shorter, many of us are still drawn to the comfort of a good book, a cozy blanket and a warm bed. This guide to creating a welcoming retreat will not only provide essential comforts but also help you sleep a much deeper sleep. Search Related Topics:  mattress covers  sleep disorders  bedroom color ideas How to Decorate with Bold Colors I've never been confident enough in my design skills to use bold colors in my home decor. It's the reason our house is awash of beige and ivory with a dash of pale greens thrown in for good measure. After reading this article on how to add bold colors to my boring palette, I'm inspired to do just that with these easy-to-follow tips. Search Related Topics:  nursery design  using paint  color schemes Paint the Kitchen in 7 Steps Speaking of bold colors, here's a design change that is inexpensive, easy to do, and requires only time, energy and inspiration. If you provide the hours and muscle needed, we'll provide the inspiration and the practical know-how to turn your kitchen into a beautiful and creative space. Search Related Topics:  kitchen paint color ideas  paint finish for kitchen  kitchen layouts How to Overcome Home Buying Obstacles For those of you who prefer to start over with a new home rather than try to redesign the old, or if you're planning on purchasing your first home, this article is for you. With details on obstacles you may encounter and how to overcome them, you'll discover that 2013 may be your best year to buy a new home. Search Related Topics:  buying a home  mortgages  offer negotiations Related Searches House Building Plans House Design New Year E Card New House House Blueprints Featured Articles Install a New Shower Head Top 10 Interior Repair Tips Five New Year's Resolutions for You and Your Dog Composting in Winter How to Build Slab-Style Cabinet Doors How to Repurpose Flea Market Finds   More from About.com The Perfect Engagement Ring How to find a gorgeous ring with a style and price that suit your needs. Read more...> Hometown Holidays Discover the best holiday events near your hometown. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Home newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Advertisement