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DIY: How To Make Your Own Soothing Bath Soak

Deborah Bennett, Senior Editor — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 13:30:31 +0000

It’s that time of the season, sore throat, runny nose and itchy eyes and the only good thing that comes from getting sick is the luxury of a long, luxurious soak in the tub.

The folks at apartmenttherapy.com has a soothing remedy that’s sure to get rid of the body aches and open the sinuses.

Many of you already know about how great epsom salts can be (they’re not just for old people!), they help soothe sore muscles and calm the nervous system, plus they’re really cheap at the drugstore.

Click here for the instructions.

Update Your Kitchen With Color

Deborah Bennett, Senior Editor — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 15:00:28 +0000

Now that the holidays are over and we’re in the gray days of winter, you’re probably spending more time indoors… and subsequently in the kitchen. Want to banish those winter blues? Then perk up your kitchen with a splash of color.

The folks over at apartmenttherapy.com has a roundup of kitchens splashed with the color of a favorite winter fruit — clementines. Take a look here.

Sticky Icky: Germiest Places In Your Spaces

Deborah Bennett, Senior Editor — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 22:16:36 +0000

It’s flu shot time and while we may take the necessary precautions to keep from getting sick, there are unsuspecting places in your home that germs may be lurking.

Click here to find out more.

DIY: Commit To A Magazine Clip File

Deborah Bennett, Senior Editor — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 16:37:27 +0000

As we get ready to celebrate the holidays, we need to get rid of the clutter in our homes that have accumulated over the last few months. I’m a magazine junkie and often find myself buying a magazine because one or two headlines caught my eye. I’ve come to realize that all I really need are about 5 pages (if that) from each magazine and it ends up taking up much needed space!

Here’s a simple technique to get rid of clutter-enabling tendencies. Click here.