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5 Extreme Lawn, Patio and Garden Cost-cutters Mar. 15, 2023

Everyday Cheapskate

For some of us, there are few spring joys that are as soul-satisfying as a healthy, lush green lawn.... Read More

The Power of Black Mar. 11, 2023

The Art of Design

Black is used by designers all over the world. Industrial designers use it to accent shiny and polis... Read More

How to Clean a Bathtub Anti-Slip Bottom Mar. 06, 2023

Everyday Cheapskate

If you have a bathtub with a slip-resistant bottom that still looks dingy, grungy and downright grim... Read More

A Comfortable Home for Everyone Mar. 04, 2023

The Art of Design

A comfortable home environment will relax you the minute you step inside. Great designs should alway... Read More

Install Drywall Properly to Avoid Shadowing Mar. 02, 2023

Here's How

Dear James: We remodeled our bathroom and tried to do the drywalling ourselves. There is shadowing b... Read More

How to Remove Salt Stains on Leather Boots Mar. 01, 2023

Everyday Cheapskate

Salt. It's mandatory in a human diet. But in other situations, salt can be as destructive as it is n... Read More

Use Aromatic Cedar Wood to Line Closet Feb. 23, 2023

Here's How

Dear James: Our bedroom has a cedar closet, but the scent is almost gone, and I plan to build a seco... Read More

The Latest Word: She Shed Feb. 18, 2023

The Art of Design

Remember the days of the rec room or the man cave, located in the basement, an empty room or the gar... Read More

Hotel Rooms That Make Stuff Disappear Feb. 15, 2023

Everyday Cheapskate

I am embarrassed to admit how many personal items I've left behind in hotel rooms over the years. I'... Read More

Deck the Walls Feb. 11, 2023

The Art of Design

If the walls could speak ... Well, sometimes they do! Wallcoverings can tell part of your story. The... Read More

A Little Appliance Know-How Can Save a Lot of Money Feb. 08, 2023

Everyday Cheapskate

If you've been reading this column for any length of time, you know that my husband and I have repai... Read More

Should You Fix It or Nix It? Feb. 07, 2023

Everyday Cheapskate

You're worried that the washing machine is on its last spin cycle. It makes a horrible screeching so... Read More

Gravity and Creativity Prolong Products' Useful Life Feb. 06, 2023

Everyday Cheapskate

If you were to take a peek inside my refrigerator, you'd have to stand on your head to read labels. ... Read More

Doors Feb. 04, 2023

The Art of Design

Doors and windows are said to be the eyes and ears of buildings. Doors are great communicators. When... Read More

The Wonders of Epsom Salt Feb. 01, 2023

Everyday Cheapskate

I can recall vividly — and count on one hand — the migraine headaches I've had in my lif... Read More

Saving Time Gives Peace of Mind Jan. 26, 2023

Everyday Cheapskate

Any time I can eliminate or lower my stress level when traveling, I'm a happy camper. I am always on... Read More

Install Wallpaper Like a Pro Jan. 26, 2023

Here's How

Dear James: I gave wallpapering my kitchen a try and just ended up with bubbles, separating edges an... Read More

Ways to Use a FoodSaver Vacuum Sealer That Have Nothing to Do With Food Jan. 25, 2023

Everyday Cheapskate

My vacuum sealing machine is one of my favorite kitchen appliances. I vacuum seal fresh fruit to ext... Read More

Slate Floors Are Beautiful and Durable Jan. 12, 2023

Here's How

Dear James: The foyer floor by the front door has taken a beating from the children over the past 10... Read More

It's the Little Ways We Save That Add Up Jan. 09, 2023

Everyday Cheapskate

It's amazing how saving a little here and a little there can add up to big savings. Each of these gr... Read More