Home and Garden
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Right at home: Decor inspired by creepy crawliesMay 30, 2014 5:15 am - Many would agree with naturalist David Attenborough that nature "is the greatest source of visual beauty." And that includes the creepy crawlies: From snakes' skins to t...
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Last day for native plant sale:May 30, 2014 1:01 am - Conserve Lake County's second annual native plant sale ends it run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 31, at the Almond Marsh Forest Preserve, 32492 N. Almond Road, Gra...
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Wild geraniums herald the arrival of spring in Fox Valley woodsMay 29, 2014 6:00 am - Not too long ago, curled-up flower buds bore the burden of snow. These buds held the promise of better things to come. When the long-awaited sun finally came out, the u...
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How to help daffodils make more daffodilsMay 29, 2014 5:15 am - Now that daffodil bloom time has passed, some gardeners might be wondering where their flowers were. If some plants remained all leaves, with few or no flowers, why was ...
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Right at home: Nature gets a glam makeoverMay 28, 2014 5:45 am - This year's design shows, such as NY Now and the Architectural Digest Home Design Show, have featured eye-catching pieces by designers and artists who take elements from...
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Right equipment: Tools of the trade keep yard looking niceMay 25, 2014 1:01 am - When homeowners think of their backyards, most immediately think of the fun stuff - the flowering trees, beautiful flowers, great patio, comfortable furniture and the fi...
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Flea-market finds can be home's showstopperMay 24, 2014 5:45 am - The arrival of spring means that flea markets are reopening for business around the country. Shoppers will hunt for treasures amid acres of used goods. A few will come h...
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No planting space? Try community gardeningMay 22, 2014 5:45 am - Community gardens are much more than neighboring plots. Given enough energy and enthusiasm, they morph into support groups, horticulture classes, swap meets or modes...
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How to ensure your home makes a good first impressionMay 21, 2014 5:30 am - David Benton of Rill Architects, lead architect for the front entryway of this year's D.C. Design House, was the guest last week on Post staff writer Jura Koncius' Home ...
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Eyesore, or oasis?May 20, 2014 1:01 am - This, folks, is a backyard fail! It's ugly, empty and poorly maintained. But even though its current state is more eyesore than oasis, I believe it has potential! In the...