Washers and dryers: Enough choices to make your head spin

Washers and dryers: Enough choices to make your head spin

The hardest part of buying a washer and dryer is doing the research, talking to salespeople and picking the right ones for you from the many brands, models and features. "It's almost overwhelming," says one recent buyer.

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HouseWorks: 'Tis the season to be grumpy

HouseWorks: 'Tis the season to be grumpy

I have endured near-constant teasing over the years -- from people who wear "Think Snow" buttons and who merrily sing "White Christmas" in October -- for my intense hatred of winter.

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Simply Trees: Nutty about Nuts

Simply Trees: Nutty about Nuts

Thank goodness for the pecan tree, for without it, there would be no pecans and pecan pie, one of the tastiest of all pies.

Feb 18, 2012 | 10:50 pm | Loading…

Sarah Browning: Heuchera is perennial plant for 2012

Sarah Browning: Heuchera is perennial plant for 2012

This year, the Heuchera foliage comes in many colors. is promoting Heuchera, often known as coral bells or alum root, as the perennial plant for 2012.

Feb 18, 2012 | 10:45 pm | Loading…

Mary Carol Garrity: Personalize your home with collections

Mary Carol Garrity: Personalize your home with collections

It all started in fifth grade, when a friend gave me a decorative box as a gift. That present ignited a love affair with boxes that is still burning bright.

Feb 18, 2012 | 10:40 pm | Loading…


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