Articles filed under Home & Garden
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Bedazzle your garden with red berriesJan 07, 2018 5:00 am - When most people picture hollies, they see shrubs with glossy, toothed, evergreen foliage. They may consider planting them for winter interest in their landscapes becaus...
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Affordable backup power supplies work well in a stormJan 06, 2018 5:00 am - Q. We had electric power outages from storms lately. It is inconvenient, so I want to find some type of backup electric power. What are my options that are not extremely...
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Asian tableware to have breakout year in 2018Jan 06, 2018 5:00 am - Japan, China and Korea have a long history of creating beautiful table goods, from rustic stoneware to delicate ceramics, sleek lacquered items to whimsical serveware an...
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Steps to save energy this winterJan 06, 2018 5:00 am - Conserving energy is not just an eco-friendly endeavor, but a potentially lucrative one as well. Homeowners and apartment dwellers alike who attempt to conserve energy m...
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Safeguard roofs against snow damageJan 05, 2018 5:00 am - Snow may delight young children itching for a day off from school. But for many homeowners, the sight of snow means their time will soon be spent clearing paths and plow...
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Beat cabin fever with winter renovationsJan 05, 2018 5:00 am - When the weather outside is frightful, homeowners and renters can turn their interior spaces into something delightful. Residents can banish feelings of cabin fever by u...
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Seven questions you should ask yourself before the DIY is castJan 05, 2018 5:00 am - Think you're ready to tackle a home-improvement project yourself? Deciding whether you're up to the challenge or whether you should hire a professional can be tricky. Do...
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Lake Home & Cabin Show returns to SchaumburgJan 01, 2018 10:00 pm - The Lake Home & Cabin Show, an annual three-day public event that showcases the lifestyle of lake home and cabin living, will be back at the Schaumburg Convention Center...
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Pitcher decorated with transferware patternDec 31, 2017 5:01 am - Q. I hope you can give me some information on the pitcher in this photo. I purchased it in Maine in 1973. It stands about 9 inches tall and is decorated with a scene fea...
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Make New Year's resolutions for the gardenDec 31, 2017 5:00 am - It is that time of year again - that time when we reflect on the past and decide what we want to improve, start doing or stop doing in the upcoming year. I am not one to...