Decorating a new home can be fun, but it can also get expensive if you’re not careful. If you buy everything new from a store, it’s possible to spend thousands of dollars. You can save by buying used items, but no one really wants a house that is full of things that other people didn’t want in their homes. Instead of filling your house with throwaways, why not turn those items from neighborhood yard sales into something that’s unique and actually stylish for your home? Avid DIYrs use these tricks.

Try Some Roasted Corn Salsa at Your Next Potluck

For some people, nothing says summer like the taste of fresh tomatoes. Unless, of course, they're not your favorite. Then, it can seem as if every backyard barbeque is full of salads, salsas, and dressings that leave you craving something different.

For many Americans, drive-in theaters are a fondly remembered part of their youth. Starting in the late 1980s, however, many of these theaters were closed as Americans became more interested in other forms of entertainment and maintenance costs made the theaters too expensive to run. Recently, however, more American families are discovering this form of entertainment again; drive-in theaters have slowly started to increase in number. The Malta Drive-In Theatre on Route 9 was built in 1949 and has been in continuous operation since then. It is one of only 450 drive-ins left in the US. If you’ve never been to a drive-in, here’s what you need to know.

Creative ideas that will get the accessories in your closet organized in no time.

Keeping the clothes in your closet organized can be a challenge, but it can be next to impossible to use the space to keep track of all of your accessories. If you’re the owner of dozens of hats, purses, belts, and jewelry, follow these tips to keep your closet organized and your accessories where you can find them.

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Nectarine Blueberry Cornmeal Shortcakes Topped with Candied Pecans

Nothing says summer like berry shortcakes! This traditional treat has been around for centuries, though, so it might just be time for an update. If you’re looking for a new dessert to try this summer that isn’t high on calories, try this new twist on the old classic.

Cooking and summer just don’t mix. The idea of heating up the kitchen when it’s already 80˚ out is enough to deter even the most avid cooker. There’s a reason why barbecues and al fresco dining, are popular this time of year. But that doesn’t mean you have to give up home-cooked meals from June to August. Rather than taking it to the grill, throw together a slow-cooked meal. This mouth-watering chicken recipe makes a fantastic entree, or pulls apart for soups and sandwiches.

A crafting space is a wonderful addition to any home for a family that loves art projects. Fortunately, this is an activity that doesn’t require you to hire a contractor. It’s possible to create a working area just about anywhere. It is important, however, to look for an area that is temperature controlled and easily cleaned -- an office, bedroom, or unused closet are perfect candidates.

A backyard garden is a great way to get kids interested in the outdoors, and it’s also one of the easiest ways to improve the value of your home. Gardening beds will produce fruits, vegetables, and herbs you can use throughout the year. Fortunately, creating these beds is a job that can easily be completed over a single weekend.