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Hello FOYER Deck the walls Design a yarn tree in your front hallway or on any empty wall. DRAWERS Get jingly with it To make this nifty knob dangler, you'll need about 100 jingle bells, a six-foot-long piece of craft wire, and a metal floral hoop. BATH ROOM Hang pine-fresh starlets Turn sprigs of pine, spruce, holly, mistletoe, or other seasonal foliage into Nordic-inspired stars by tying the ends together. [Extracted from the article]

This article from Woman's Day provides a step-by-step guide on how to create a lily pad wreath for your door. The wreath is made using green craft paper and features green flowers and lotus flowers in various shades of pink. The article also includes a joke about frogs and suggests visiting their website for more DIY wreath ideas. [Extracted from the article]

Hello NEST DOOR HANGER how-to 1 Gather your materials: a small basket, artificial moss and moss balls, a faux bird and bird's nest, and faux spring flowers and branches. 2 Hot-glue bird's nest to inside of basket and hot-glue bird inside nest. Finish by hot-gluing flowers and branches to basket. boost your porch appeal Butterfly Biome, $35, uncommongoods.com Rattan Rabbit Set, $75, brookeandlou.com Williston Forge Skoog Inverted Umbrella Flower Iron Statue Planter, $110, wayfair.com PUTTING THE "FUN" IN "FUNNEL" Cut a piece of floral foam to fit, then dampen and place in a resealable plastic bag; place in funnel. [Extracted from the article]

Wooden craft beads secure loops of ribbon around egg "ornaments." teeny topiaries Draw a shape with craft glue using the bottle's tip (hint: the way you would before applying glitter), then sprinkle with cut-up moss. Hello tree-mendous centerpiece Stick blooming branches into floral foam to steady your Easter tree. Mod Podge masterpieces Brush a thin layer of the glossy glue over a white egg. [Extracted from the article]

Smile file NOVEMBER 19 CLEAN THE BOWL… Put on rubber gloves. Flush, then coat the toilet bowl's interior, starting under the rim, with a product formulated to clean and disinfect (Clorox Toilet Bowl Cleaner With Bleach) or 1/2 cup of bleach. …THEN THE SEAT AND OUTER AREAS Tackling one area at a time, apply an all-purpose bathroom-disinfecting cleaner, wipe, and rinse. [Extracted from the article]

Hang a childsize bike tire from rope! Ben patiently waiting for Halloween all year. owlsome costume Create a section of a scalloped design on kraft paper, then trace it onto different colors of fabric and stitch or glue to a long-sleeved brown shirt. Knock, knock… Ben… Who's there?. [Extracted from the article]

BACK-TO-SCHOOL WREATH how-to Fold cupcake liners with three different designs in half. Hot-glue groups of glued-together cupcake liners onto wreath form, overlapping evenly. Spell out a fun phrase with the help of an oven-safe silicone letter mold and old or broken crayons. [Extracted from the article]

hello/that's a-door-able! WOMAN'S DAY Wreath of the Month LILY PAD WREATH how-to 1 Score sheets of green craft paper every 1/2'; cut out two 2.5' strips. Fold strips like a [...]

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BOOST YOUR PORCH APPEAL FLUFFY BUNNY how-to Using a rabbit-shaped wreath form (ours is rattan, but there are also wire options), hot-glue cotton flowers around the body and the head. [...]

Hello An eerie entryway Roll out a layer of moss and add plain pumpkins and a few critters. boost your porch appeal Hack your own stack with the Stack-O-Lantern Pumpkin Stacking Kit From Hey Buddy Hey Pal. (We made ours using a pom-pom maker, but you can also buy 'em!) 2 For DIY pom-poms, tie the long ends to a wire wreath form. POM-POM WREATH how-to 1 Gather your supplies: a wreath form, large googly eyes, and yarn pom-poms in a few sizes and shades of green. [Extracted from the article]

- 6 - SURPRISE EGGS Wrap treat-filled eggs with crepe paper and tie with ribbon. Hello CELEBRATE WITH woman's day - 1 - EGGSQUISITE DISPLAY Place branches from the yard (or the florist) in a vase and hang colorful paper and painted eggs on them. [Extracted from the article]

(Easy hack: Buy pinwheels from the dollar store and remove the sticks!) Attach pinwheels to form with hot glue. boost your porch appeal Novogratz xo SJP Collection Priscilla Folding Chairs, $119 for two, shopthenovogratz.com Outdoor Maidenhair Fern Potted Plant, $49, frontgate.com Turquoise Cage Solar Lanterns, $30 each, kirklands.com Total pop star! For each square, draw lines from each corner to determine the center (see box a), where a brad will hold the pinwheel in place. Hello PINWHEEL WREATH how-to Gather your supplies: a sturdy flat wreath form, craft paper, a round hole punch, a utility knife, and colored brads. [Extracted from the article]

Pour a devilish drink for everyone at your bash. Fillred sugar-rimmed glasses with ice, add 1 Tbsp grenadine, and top with lemon-lime soda. Optional: Add 1 1/2 oz vodka! HOW-TO [...]

HOLIDAY STORAGE SOLUTIONS Honey-Can-Do Ornament Storage Container (with 120 cubes) , $41, homedepot.com Wreath Storage Bag $50, the-cover-store.com Wrap and Roll Wrapping Paper Storage, $50, scoutbags.com One-of-a-kind garland For each [...]

CREEPY SPECIMEN BOXES Remove backing from each shadowbox. Cut foam core to fit (this will replace backing) and cover with paper or fabric. Arrange assorted plastic Halloween toys (bats, spiders, [...]

Blue Wave Smoothie Bowl ACTIVE 5 MIN. * TOTAL 5 MIN. * MAKES 1 For smoothie bowl 1/2 cup coconut water 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks 1/2 medium banana, broken [...]

Jocelyn Delk Adams doesn't need an excuse to throw a party. The cookbook author, founder of the blog Grandbaby Cakes, and mom of one considers a free weekend enough of [...]

JUNE IS CUCUMBER MONTH, so it's the perfect time to load up on this versatile in-season fruit (yep, you read that right!). Add slices to sandwiches and salads for some [...]

Pool noodle wall hanging Beneath complementary shades of crepe paper, hand-cut fringe, and plenty of hot glue is summer's favorite toy. Genius! SUGAR & CLOTH Ashley Rose @sugarandcloth sugarandc1oth.com Location: [...]

Flourless Chocolate Cake ACTIVE 25 MIN. * TOTAL 1 HR. SERVES 12 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, plus more for greasing 8 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped 1 1/4 cups [...]

pork, please.! dell counter HAM KNOW-HOW There's so much beyond the classic cold cuts. Country Ham Unlike the more common wet-brined ham, this deliciously salty ham is dry-cured, smoked, and [...]

LIFE'S A PIC-A-NIC APRIL 23 Take it from Yogi: There's nothing better than a picnic with your best bud. This Picnic Day, grab a basket (preferably not a stolen one!) [...]

ACTIVE 10 MIN. * TOTAL 30 MIN. SERVES 4 TO 6 4 slices bacon 1 8-oz tube crescent dough 6 large eggs Kosher salt and pepper 11/2 oz extra-sharp white [...]

ACTIVE 15 MIN. * TOTAL 1 HR. 30 MIN. PLUS BRINING SERVES 6 1 cup kosher salt 1/2 cup sugar 10 whole peppercorns 1 lemon, sliced 2 cloves garlic, smashed [...]

Make a magic school bus Here's a clever way to get your kids pumped for back-to-school season: Host a 'School Year's Eve' celebration! Melissa Johnson, a mom of two and [...]

Paper Culture cards are made of 100% post-consumer recycled paper, and a tree is planted for every order. Wrapped in Joy, $51 for 20, [...]

A few weeks before Christmas each year, April and her younger sister, Gina, bust out the butter and flour, don their Santa hats, turn on some classic tunes (Bing Crosby [...]

save that fat! Strain bacon grease into a heat-safe container. Once cooled, cover and store in the fridge. Use it to saute veggies or fry eggs for a hint of [...]

FOYER Deck the walls Design a yarn tree in your front hallway or on any empty wall. Enlist the kids to help trim it with paper and felt ornaments attached [...]

raise a glass Think beyond green beer: Stout has a malty, roasted flavor that pairs well with ice cream. (Of course, you can also use your favorite soda.) St. Paddy's [...]

For seventh-generation rancher Elizabeth Poett, work on Rancho San Julian, the California-based ranch where her ancestors began raising cattle nearly two centuries ago, is about one thing: community. She grew [...]

Blogger Rebekah Lowin shares genius shortcuts for crafting delicious dishes and stunning decor to make every night extra special and simple. by Becca Miller Rebekah Lowin fondly remembers childhood visits [...]

From Recipes Opener, page 53 Ornament Cupcakes ACTIVE 1 HR. * TOTAL 1 HR. 30 MIN. * MAKES 12 CUPCAKES For cupcakes 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa [...]

JANUARY 29 On Puzzle Day, gather up any jigsaws gathering dust and put together a few DIY gifts for the person who completes you. Piece of bling Paint two pieces [...]

Deadly diorama Clean out the inside of a flat pumpkin from the back; scrape the front wall so it's easier to cut. Use painter's tape to create a guide for [...]

The tables have turned WHO'S FOR DINNER? The right color palette can change the vibe from warm to wicked. Pick dark, moody shades for serveware, centerpieces, and flowers, and add [...]

EASY WREATH UPDATES how-to < This lush wreath looks lovely as is, but you can easily dress it up for any holiday or special occasion (like we did here!). 18-Inch [...]

The holidays might be filled with twinkle lights, tradition, and cheer, but they can also be a little frantic. That extra tension might mean a detour from all those good-for-you [...]

Black Bean and Pineapple Salad ACTIVE 10 MIN. * TOTAL 20 MIN. SERVES 8 1/4 cup fresh lime juice 1 jalapeno, thinly sliced 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced 2 [...]

Despite the fact that Hanukkah is considered a 'more minor' holiday in the Jewish faith, Ariel Stein, founder of lifestyle blog Ariel Loves, has always celebrated it in a major [...]

HOW-TO DISCO gourds Pin foil fringe (the strip where the strands connect) to the tops of pumpkins, wrap around stems to create a few layers, then cut. HOW-TO Ain't nothing but an ELVIS pumpkin Attach craft fur to pumpkin with double-stick tape and cut fur into the shape of The King's iconic haircut. HOW-TO SPIDEY sense Carve a web into pumpkin (freehand, or use a template); then, before you remove the carved pieces, spray-paint pumpkin black and let dry. [Extracted from the article]

For Derek Campanile, an IT professional and the creator of the blog Dad With a Pan, Father's Day is all about sharing food with his favorite people: his wife, Lacey, [...]

S'mores Brownies ACTIVE 30 MIN. * TOTAL 1 HR. PLUS COOLING * SERVES 8 TO 10 For crust 6 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted, plus more for greasing 10 graham crackers, [...]

drink rethink THE NEW TEATIME Skip the afternoon cuppa and instead use your fanciest mugs as vessels for dreamy, creamy desserts. Featuring tart lemon curd and a buttery graham cracker [...]

Hello PAINT YOUR OWN FLAG Use a slab of reclaimed wood to create a festive piece of decor (and, yes, a photo backdrop!) for your Fourth of July bash. tip: When displaying an American flag vertically, proper protocol is to place the Union (the blue section) at the top left corner. toolshed transformation Painting the exterior a tranquil blue can help your storage space (this one is from Tuff Shed) feel like a retreat. STRAW GARLAND Cut paper straws into a fun design and thread baker's twine through them. BURSTING WITH PRIDE BALLOON Spell out "USA" on a balloon with star stickers and attach paper flags to the string. [Extracted from the article]

BUGGIN' OUT Spray-paint a foam wreath black and hot-glue plastic spiders onto it. We used metallic spray paint on our spiders to make them pop! Creepy or kooky? Mysterious or [...]

ACTIVE 45 MIN. * TOTAL 1 HR. 15 MIN. PLUS RISING * MAKES 12 DONUTS AND 12 DONUT HOLES For donuts 2 1/4-oz pkgs. active dry yeast (4 1/2 tsp) [...]

ACTIVE 50 MIN. *TOTAL 1 HR. 40 MIN. PLUS CHILLING AND COOLING *SERVES 12 For candied lime peel Peel from 3 large limes, cut into 1/4-in.-wide strips 1/2 cup granulated [...]