Home And Garden
The right toilet valve can stop a sneaky leak
03.11.2007
Q: Our toilet has a noise like water running, but it doesn't flush. It just kind of seeps, and my water bill has gone up. Our plumber thought a... Read more…
Pumpkin enthusiasts try to grow the big one
02.11.2007
Halloween arrived this week, and once again Linus, that lovable cartoon character in the late Charles Schulz's "Peanuts" series, watched for the Great Pumpkin. Surprising as it might seem, there are people who actually do devote their lives searching each year for the Great Pumpkin. Read more…
Staghorn sumacs taking over
31.10.2007
Q: I planted several staghorn sumacs on my back rockery a few years ago. They're really beautiful this fall but are sending up suckers everywhere... Read more…
Book bounty: Fall brings time to cultivate new ideas
31.10.2007
Before we know it, autumn will turn to winter. We'll be turning too — to planting bulbs for next spring, making plans for next season... Read more…
Contemplate what has and hasn't worked in your garden to plan for spring
31.10.2007
It is said that a garden bench never rests its owner, but a nice fall day might be the ideal time to sit for a few minutes and consider... Read more…
Poisonous plants have place in history
27.10.2007
Saturday, October 27, 2007 Poison plants have a well-deserved place in history. Shakespeare was well aware of plant poisons. Juliet drank a potion of belladonna to feign death, and an infusion of henbane poured in his ear was the death of Hamlet's dad. Read more…
Turning antiques into unique new lamps that look old
27.10.2007
STom Minifie is a collector who counts Americana, vintage electric fans and early advertising among his passions. But his love for lighting... Read more…
Area businesses showing green leadership
27.10.2007
No matter how much we do individually to go green, we can always use a little help. And who can help us the most? The companies that make... Read more…
Expressing yourself through your garden
27.10.2007
What does your garden say about your personal style? Whether you know it or not, your garden declares, in a whisper or maybe a shout, your... Read more…
Have a lively Days of the Dead experience
27.10.2007
When my favorite comedy troupe, Culture Clash, did its take on the legend of Zorro, the show was full of laughs and loaded with atmosphere... Read more…
Storing coffee for a fresh brew at home
27.10.2007
Q: How should I store coffee? A: After coffee beans are roasted, their flavor and aroma gradually begin to diminish. Once the beans are... Read more…
You're right to balk at antique caulk
27.10.2007
Q: Does caulking expire in the tube? A: Word on the street is that after 18 months, it should be used quickly or tossed. Because I am such... Read more…
The best gifts come from the heart — and the hands
27.10.2007
Q: What are the nicest holiday gifts you can give a friend? A: Opportunities to give gifts present themselves all year long, and surely... Read more…
Making a clean sweep of vacuuming
27.10.2007
Q: What's the best way to vacuum a carpet? How often should you vacuum, and can you do it too much? A: The more foot traffic you have, the... Read more…
Frugal Duchess | Turning your clutter into cash — or a day of golf
27.10.2007
Clutter is a hotly negotiated currency in many homes, especially when one family member's treasure looks like junk to another. Clutter conflicts often develop... Read more…
New Books | "Wake Up and Smell the Planet"
27.10.2007
"Wake Up and Smell the Planet: The Non-Pompous, Non-Preachy Grist Guide to Greening Your Day" edited by Brangien Davis with Katharine Wroth... Read more…