Winter greetings from this rainy part of the world. I spent the weekend watching football on the sofa and working on a DIY painting project that I will share soon.…
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Growing a small zebra plant
Haworthia fasciata (haw-WORTH-ee-uh fass-ee-AY-tuh), now called Haworthiopsis fasciata, is a succulent plant native to the South African bush. Haworthia plants are often compared to Gasteria plants, and sometimes even confused…
SmartThings is revolutionizing home visualization by introducing a map view
At CES 2024, SmartThings is unveiling its long-awaited Map View feature, designed to simplify home management by integrating real floor plans into its interface. This first-of-its-kind innovation elevates smart home…
How to make a DIY lampshade without sewing
Tired of basic, boring lampshades? Want to spruce up your lighting without a lot of fuss? In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to make a beautiful pleated lampshade without…
From Dreary to Dreamy: Basement Remodeling Ideas for Northern Virginia Homes
Often found in storage and forgotten corners, the basement has tremendous untapped potential in Northern Virginia homes. Transforming this neglected space from dreary to dreamy not only adds value to…
Do you have a dinner bell?
When I was growing up, we would visit my grandmother, who kept a cowboy in the kitchen. Whenever dinner was ready, she would ring the bell, which would be loud…
Today’s Homeowners Radio Show Podcast| June 10, 2023
Learn how to prevent drywall nails from popping out and what you should and shouldn’t dispose of in the landfill. (3 Echoes Content Studio) Clock 1 Listen in to hear…
FlexiSpot ergonomic chair – automated home
March 2, 2023 Back in the summer we added the Comhar standing desk to the automated house. Now FlexiSpot has sent their new BS11 PRO ergonomic chair to add to…
The best (and prettiest) tools for organizing
I’ve been embarking on a wellness journey of sorts for a while now, which ultimately led me to realize how transformative cleaning my space and embracing “organizational tools” can be.…
Ringing Bell’s Woodland at Chanticleer Garden
January 18, 2024 The most secret part of Chanticleer is the entrance to Bell’s Woodland, located behind the colorful logging garden (which will be in my next post). The plant…