Home and Garden
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How early is too early to plant?Dec 16, 2013 12:07 pm - “Plant early and you’ll plant often” is an old saying containing more than a kernel of caution. Timing is everything in gardening. Start too soon and you’ll lose your c...
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Last chance to vote for the best holiday lightsDec 16, 2013 4:30 am - You have only a few more hours to vote in the Daily Herald's holiday lights contest, co-sponsored by Wintrust Community Banks. The voting period closes at 11:59 p.m. tod...
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Inventiveness, eclecticism can be celebrated over the holidaysDec 15, 2013 4:45 am - Following the general trend in home décor, holiday trim and accessories this year are an eclectic mix of traditional and nontraditional colors and styles. Remember when ...
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Be careful when applying ice treatmentsDec 15, 2013 4:30 am - When using ice melting chemicals on slippery areas, follow directions carefully. Many people apply too much ice melt, which can cause damage to walks and adjacent plants...
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Song lyrics, photos combine for holiday decorDec 14, 2013 5:00 am - The holidays are a great time to pull out the old photos and reminisce, but there’s no need to huddle around a dusty album. There are a variety of ways to get them out i...
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Guest bedroom becomes deluxe accommodationsDec 14, 2013 5:00 am - For the first time ever, my husband and I have a proper guest room. Even better, our new house has a designated “guest wing.” That, of course, makes it sound fancier tha...
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How valuable is this FDR bottle?Dec 14, 2013 4:51 am - Q. I have had the bottle in the enclosed photograph since my aunt passed away in 2001. She had the bottle in her cupboard for at least 20 years. I would like to learn mo...
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Spruce up your holiday foyer with festive paintDec 13, 2013 12:00 am - Wreath on the door? Check. Lighted trees on porch? Check. Boughs of holly on the staircase? Check. Christmas magic? Not so much. You did all of the right things, and sti...
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Can you find the bed underneath all that clutter?Dec 12, 2013 11:00 pm - It's there, at the end of the hall, tauntingly filled with boxed ornaments, folded tablecloths and holiday-themed towels: The dreaded guest bedroom, holder of all things...
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Cast your vote in the holiday lights contestDec 12, 2013 4:30 am - Whose holiday lights simply dazzle you? Pick your favorite display at www.dailyherald.com/contests/holidaylights. Everyone who votes will be entered in a random drawing...