Articles filed under Home & Garden
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In chaotic times, gardening becomes therapyApr 05, 2020 7:00 am - CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Dig. Plant. Breathe. As spring's arrival in the Northern Hemisphere coincides with government stay-at-home orders, the itch to get outside has turned...
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Spring favorites in my gardenApr 05, 2020 7:00 am - Shade gardens will soon be filled with colorful blooms. Plenty of sunshine reaches through leafless trees to encourage bud formation and awaken perennial gardens. These ...
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Rolling shutters can increase window efficiencyApr 04, 2020 7:00 am - Q: My windows are not the most efficient but are still in decent condition. I thought about getting rolling shutters for safety, efficiency and security. What are my opt...
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A project to make you feel betterApr 04, 2020 6:00 am - New windows and doors make your home more comfortable
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Make your open space feel more cohesive, cozyApr 03, 2020 6:00 am - Many homebuyers today prefer an open floor plan with the kitchen, casual dining area and living area in one big informal space. One downside of the open floor plan, some...
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Design can't ignore the need for comfortMar 29, 2020 7:01 am - After fighting against the "old man" recliner in my designs for many years, as I mature, I finally get it; people yearn for interiors that are guided by comfort. Don't m...
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Much ado about leather-bound Shakespeare bookMar 29, 2020 7:01 am - Q: This is a photo of a small leather-bound book titled "The Globe Edition: The Works of William Shakespeare." The book is about 7 inches high with gilt lettering on the...
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Venture out to the garden while sheltering inMar 29, 2020 7:00 am - A lot of us are at home, following Gov. Pritzker's order to shelter in. But sheltering in doesn't mean we can't go outside to the garden. In fact, some fresh air may be ...
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Why not try growing container potatoes?Mar 29, 2020 7:00 am - Q: Can I grow potatoes in the spring? A: Absolutely! While potatoes do grow best in a cool environment, that doesn't last long as spring turns to summer in Illinois. Pot...
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Coleus cuttings create potted plants for the patioMar 29, 2020 7:00 am - If you keep a coleus as a houseplant, you can start cuttings for transplanting to the garden if you need more plants. I have some I've been growing all winter in pots on...