I recently watched my friend* work some serious magic on her rental kitchen…and I just had to know her secret. The before picture (below) highlights all that is wrong with the space: dingy yellow counters and cheap, wood cabinets. The after picture (below) is from another part of the kitchen, but you can see it […]
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The rest of the best – Christine Chitnis gives honorable mentions to the following New England Farmers’ Markets. For accurate and up-to-date information, always check market Web sites before planning a visit. SUMMER MARKETS Burlington Farmers’ Market City Hall Park, Burlington, VT Saturday 8:30am-2pm, May-October www.burlingtonfarmersmarket.org Portsmouth Farmers’ Market City Hall, 1 Junkins Ave., Portsmouth, […]
I constantly get stopped on the street and asked the same question, “Where did you get your camera strap?” I have to laugh, because it is probably the easiest project that I have ever made, yet it has attracted the most attention! With a bit of colorful fabric and very basic sewing skills, you too […]
I was lucky enough to spend a day scouring the tents at Brimfield with Yankee staffers Amy, Heather and Brenda a few weeks ago. While Brimfield can be a truly overwhelming experience, I find that it is helpful to have an idea of what you are looking for…but at the same time, remain open to […]
Steam-Clean Your Microwave The inside of your microwave oven probably looks like an abstract painting: spaghetti sauce from last Thursday, chicken soup from the weekend. And, of course, it’s all baked on so hard that you’ll need an archaeologist’s chisel to chip it off (which you don’t want to do, by the way, because you […]
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Crush-Proof Lunch Containers
Brown-bagging presents a challenge: how to avoid squashed soft foods, crushed chips, and liquid leaks. Here are four clever ways to solve the problem without spending much on fancy packaging. Recycle margarine tubs and yogurt cups. Not only are you helping the environment, but you also won’t be upset if the containers accidentally get lost […]
On Mother’s Day, I had a moment of panic. We were headed to brunch at a friend’s house when I realized that I needed a hostess gift. There wasn’t enough time to hit the stores, so I decided to make something. I had a small pot of pretty flowers, and a bunch of wild lilacs—I […]
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How to Clean Wood Furniture
Learn how to clean wood furniture with our tried-and-true cleaning tips. They’ll help you remove everything from dirt to crayon marks. Clean Wood Furniture with Wax or Varnish Finish If your wooden furniture has a finish such as wax or varnish, clean it every few months with lemon oil (which is actually scented mineral oil). […]
Colorful masking tape is all the rage right now in the craft world. It can be used for almost anything—prettying up packaging, decorating picture frames, even making unique greeting cards. I was recently gifted several rolls of jewel toned masking tape, and after scratching my head, wondering what to do with them, I decided to […]
Watch a step-by-step demonstration on how to sew welt cording onto a pillow.
I like to pay extra attention to the small details around my home. Often, I find there is great beauty in the details. Take the lowly light switch plate, for example. They often come in repelling shades of beige, and although small and unassuming, they tend to be a bit of an eyesore. But with […]
I love crafts that are useful, serve to beautify my home, and are made using easy-to-find items. Even better. . . crafts that reuse, or recycle items that we all have lying around the house. Most of my crafty pursuits are pretty quick and easy to make. With a five-month old baby, my craft time […]