Banish dirt and grime from outdoor entertaining areas by following these cleaning tips for patios and decks. Protect Deck Furniture from Fading and Peeling Too much sun can be just as harmful to deck furniture as it is to people. To protect your outdoor wooden furniture from sunburn and avoid messy and time-consuming refinishing jobs, […]
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Looking for fun in the Granite State? You won’t have to look far! Read our picks for the best attractions in New Hampshire. BEST AVIATION EXPERIENCE THE NEW HAMPSHIRE AVIATION HISTORICAL SOCIETY, Londonderry Walk down a mock runway and view models of hot-air balloons and other aircraft suspended from the ceiling. For hands-on fun, try […]
Gardens that are in harmony with the environment lend a feeling of peace that can’t be denied. If you admire the timeless appeal of an established garden and want to invoke that ambiance in your own garden, here are 10 timeless gardening tips that will help to bring the spirit of the past to even […]
The Museum of Fine Arts Boston is something of a misnomer as New England’s premier all-purpose art museum does not show only fine arts. Currently, for example, several of the most interesting MFA exhibitions feature works of craft, applied art, commercial art and portrait photography. The exhibition that caught my attention is New Blue and […]
1. Ken Kenia creates chandeliers from the antlers of moose, elk, and deer, which shed their racks naturally and aren’t harmed in the process. This three-candle holder (from $125) is made from whitetail-deer sheds. Mad River Antler, Waitsfield, VT. 802-496-9290; madriverantler.com 2. Jon White has been making Arts & Crafts-inspired ceramic tiles, vases, and sculptures […]
New England Demolition & Salvage This huge warehouse carries a section of antique furniture and trinkets as well as stained-glass windows, light fixtures, and dozens of doorknobs and hinges. The architectural elements can be hit-or-miss, but you’ll often find incredible staircases and intricately carved wood elements. The selection of doors is one of the best […]
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How to Make Chicken and Sausage Cassoulet
My husband and I have been doing quite a bit of fall cleaning recently in an attempt to de-clutter our tiny Boston condo. After spending an afternoon moving furniture around, the last thing either of us wants to do is slave away in the kitchen to make dinner. Enter this Easy Chicken and Sausage Cassoulet […]
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Angels Among Us 2012
Ordinary people in New England with extraordinary hearts.
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A Day at the SoWa Market
Every Sunday from May through October, the open-air SoWa Market in Boston’s South End entices with food, craft, and vintage market finds – plus food trucks!
For a return on your investment, there’s no substitute for wood furniture. Cherry, maple and oak are the most durable, although many people like the look of pine, a softer wood that’s susceptible to nicks, dents and scratches. Stay away from pressboard furniture. It’s more unstable than wood, and the piece will have a much […]
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Rescued Dogs | Short Time, Long Love
Wolfie and Cheyenne were German shepherds, already old and infirm, who’d slept in the barn no matter how cold the night, when the author and his wife took them in. What a lucky ending for two rescued dogs.
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A Table for a Lifetime
Under the guidance of a master Vermont craftsman, the naked table project inspires anyone to build a cherished piece of family furniture.