February 2012 Articles
Entertaining
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Host a slam-dunk March Madness party
Don’t let the tip-off catch you unprepared—start planning your March Madness party right now!
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What’s your entertaining style?
Playing to your strengths makes all the difference in how you entertain.
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A twist on pretzel treats
Pretzels are great because they are pre-made and really easy to handle. The saltiness pairs great with chocolate and they offer a lot of versatility.
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Community
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Get crafty in cold weather
Stock a craft box so that the next time Jack Frost hits hard, the kids can exercise their art skills for hours.
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Group Valentine’s Day ideas
From organizing a group scavenger hunt to making a night of it with dance lessons and festive cocktails.
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Celebrate Valentine’s Day with the kids
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with the kids and help the little cupids create clever notes and nifty containers to store them in.
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Home
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Display your travel souvenirs
Take a tip from LA-based interior designer Thomas Schoos, whose projects exude worldliness without resorting to clichés.
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Installing a pool? Think small!
Homeowners with small lots may not have enough space for a full-sized pool, but there are other options for small spaces.
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Blending handmade with store-bought
Whether you’re incorporating textiles or turned wood, go for combinations that will feel timeless.
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Practical Living
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Bathing your dog in the winter
When it comes to dogs, warm weather can mean all sorts of outdoor fun and mischief—with plenty of cause for a bath.
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Organize your taxes
Fortunately, there’s still time to get organized and be ready well in advance of the April filing date.
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Keep your weight loss resolution
From crafting a fun playlist to staying motivated with weekly measurements, make this the year your weight loss resolution comes true…for good!
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January 2012 Articles
Entertaining
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Soup shooters: ultimate party food
Soup shooters make a great first impression on your guests.
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Host the ultimate Super Bowl party
Super Bowl parties are all about getting together with a group — it’s what’s fun about watching the big game.
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Top catering secrets
Professional caterers know the secrets of a perfect party. Here are tips that can help even the most seasoned amateur planner throw a professional-quality party.
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Community
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Create a modern time capsule this New Year
Creating a time capsule gives the community a chance to think about how they’d like to be remembered.
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Post-holiday toy donations
Post-holidays, make room for all the new toys in your home by donating the old.
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Your 2012 fitness plan: with neighbors!
Why not turn your 2012 fitness plan into a chance to connect with neighbors?
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Home
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New Year, new home design
Use the New Year as an opportunity to breathe new energy into your home.
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2012 Home design trends
Home trends for 2012 are all about individuality. And a little work can turn even the most dated space into a haven of well measured chic.
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Beautiful balcony must-haves
Turn your balcony into a toasty haven for dining, entertaining, or tucking into a good book.
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Practical Living
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Gardening in January
Garden plants in most of the country are dormant in January, but gardeners don’t take the month off. Here’s how to prepare for the next growing season.
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Reorganize your pantry to lose weight
The key to losing weight this year could actually be in your pantry.
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Create an affordable home spa
Transforming your bathroom into a home spa may be as simple as incorporating nature to relax the senses.
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