Home and Garden
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Learn how to save our woodlands at April 5 programMar 29, 2016 1:00 am - The Elgin chapter of Izaak Walton League of America will welcome Larry Follman, outdoor enthusiast and Cubmaster of Cub Scout Pack 1855, in a discussion on "What's a Tre...
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Modular home construction is an increasingly popular way to grow
Mar 27, 2016 7:33 am - When Richard and Terry Jeng bought their tiny bungalow in South Arlington in 2001, they kept their clothes in the attic since the closets in their first-floor bedroom we...
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Plant easy-to-grow seeds with childrenMar 27, 2016 7:26 am - Study after study shows gardening is beneficial for children. A bacterium in soil triggers the release of serotonin that elevates mood, decreases anxiety, and improves c...
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Bedroom design is about creating a relaxing environmentMar 27, 2016 7:01 am - A lack of proper rest and sleep will cause you to have the wrong kind of bedroom eyes. Sleeping under normal circumstances takes about one third of the day. Everyone is ...
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World's Fair memorabilia is a good dealMar 27, 2016 7:01 am - Q. In one of your recent columns you wrote about St. Louis World's Fair memorabilia, and it reminded me that I have a set of aluminum playing cards from the fair. The de...
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When space is sparse, multifunction is the way to goMar 27, 2016 1:01 am - Dual-function furniture is the ultimate secret weapon of micro-unit living. Think about how designers have used yachts or motor homes as a classic starting point for cre...
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Make sure your pet isn't eating seed below bird feederMar 27, 2016 1:00 am - If you feed birds in your garden, then it is a good idea to stop your dog (if you have one) from eating the fallen birdseed. The birdseed alone is probably not going to ...
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Glitzy lighting, velvet and more is in for springMar 26, 2016 7:21 am - Glamping cabana or sexy velvet chaise? These are some of the choices design shops are offering this spring. Retailers look forward to clearing out their shelves after th...
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How to make a home's entrance inviting all yearMar 26, 2016 7:19 am - In summer, it's not so hard to make a great first impression at the entrance to your home. Put out a few baskets of colorful flowers and your work is done. But early spr...
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Mortgage foreclosure rate lowest since 2003Mar 26, 2016 1:01 am - The mortgage foreclosure rate has dropped to a more normal rate. This was the major point in a report recently issued by the Mortgage Bankers Association. "The delinquen...