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Carol isn’t just full of savvy ideas — she’s a home expert in her own right. As a busy professional, wife, and mother of two, Carol understands the need to have your home be your sanctuary. She’s a communication executive in an industry focused on managing homes and communities and has spent a lifetime collecting ideas on how to manage her own in fun and unique ways.
Monthly Archives: July 2011
Calling all cute dogs!
Thursday July 28, 2011 • 00 Comments
Enter your pooch in our “Scouting for Cute Dogs” Facebook contest and you could be one of three lucky winners of a brand-new ASK bicycle and helmet.
Winery or warehouse? Stock up on wine & save
Wednesday July 27, 2011 • 00 Comments
Whether I’m stocking up for my next dinner party or thinking ahead for a hostess gift, knowing how to buy wine is an invaluable skill.
Bright idea: clip-on lamps for bunks & tiny spaces
Monday July 25, 2011 • 00 Comments
Find these industrial chic gems at any hardware store.
Put your stamp on party napkins
Thursday July 21, 2011 • 00 Comments
You don’t need to be Martha Stewart’s apprentice to doll up paper or cloth napkins — a few basic supplies and a bit of creativity are all it takes to make eye-catching accessories.
Fold clothes like a store clerk
Wednesday July 20, 2011 • 00 Comments
Ever wondered how store clerks fold clothes so perfectly? Hint: There’s a tool for everything!
Is it too soon to welcome a new neighbor?
Monday July 18, 2011 • 00 Comments
Giving the neighbors time to adjust to their new community while maintaining a friendly presence does wonders for establishing rewarding relationships.
Gorgeous party treats (without the cooking)
Thursday July 14, 2011 • 00 Comments
Simple and inexpensive, these accessories will make dessert time pop and leave your guests with a lasting impression.
Stuck on organization? Try magnets
Wednesday July 13, 2011 • 00 Comments
Modernize your décor with a combination of traditional and magnetic storage.
Your babysitter is just around the corner
Monday July 11, 2011 • 00 Comments
Nothing—besides a grandparent—trumps the peace of mind you get from having a neighbor watch your kids.
Slip-proof your stairs
Thursday July 7, 2011 • 00 Comments
Although you can’t always control things like wayward pets or an armload of laundry, there are a few simple ways to slip-proof your stairs and help lessen the chance of serious injury.
Create a family cookbook of cherished recipes
Wednesday July 6, 2011 • 00 Comments
If you have some great recipes circulating in your family’s history, it’s worth putting them in print.
Splurge on those July sales
Monday July 4, 2011 • 00 Comments
July is the best time of year to buy party supplies, home décor, and school basics.
