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Everybody talks about downsizing when they reach a certain age or family size. What are the signs that downsizing is right for you? We’ve investigated and interviewed and come up with some top cues that might make your decision easier.

As you imagine your home's interior, it's important to keep in mind the psychological power of color, and the different effects that colors can have on our subconscious psyches.  Scientific studies have shown that different colors are associated with certain moods and emotions. For instance, blue is considered calming and trustworthy, while red can cause considerable agitation. By reviewing the major colors and their affective qualities, you'll be able to choose the colors that most accurately reflect your and your family's style and aesthetic.

When it's chilly outside, there's nothing like coming home to a steaming bowl of beef barley soup. Here's a recipe that satisfies and is nutritious, too. It combines the depth of beef with the complexity of vegetables and spices in its flavors. Hope you enjoy this one!

It's the start of a new year which means it's time to make way for new, productive habits. Many people compile a laundry list of resolutions that challenge their willpower, including losing weight, kicking a smoking habit, and more. But did you know there's an easier way to upgrade your life?
 
Organizing your home helps to remove distractions and live a more efficient life. This year, make a resolution to streamline your household chores. It not only makes your spring cleaning easier but also makes you feel more accomplished and productive. Check out how these small changes can make you feel like you've revamped your life.
 

The holidays can be stressful, and not just on you, but also on your house. Hosting various holiday parties, with an abundance of wrapping paper and other semi destroyed holiday items or decorations, can really lead to a reason to deep clean and sanitize your home.  The New Year is a great time to start this process since its right after the holidays; even some cultures consider the start of the New Year as the ideal time for that deep cleaning. Many families find that cleaning their house at the start of the New Year dispels any bad luck accumulated over the year and a way to start afresh. Either to dispense of bad luck or simply because the holidays are over, here are a couple pointers for tackling that much needed deep cleaning:

When you think of installing an accent wall, the bathroom is likely the last place you'd consider. That’s because accent walls are meant to be eye catchers in big rooms. The close quarters of a bathroom don’t typically make the cut.

Everyone loves a picnic. Having a picnic basket ready with the essentials makes it easy to go from “let's have a picnic today” to walking out the door in a flash! Here is a list of our picnic basket must-haves:

Choosing a home is a decision that impacts life in all sorts of ways. Whether you’re buying for the first time, moving up, or downsizing, the importance of getting that decision right can’t be overstated.

Tired of getting an aching back from kneeling over to plant your pots? Need a central spot to organize all your plant potting and gardening needs? Take a tip from the pros – a potting bench is the solution!

Packing for a big move can put anyone's organizational skills to the test.  To help out, we've compiled a list of quick packing tips that will help you to remain calm, collected, and organized throughout your moving process.  By using these tried and true techniques, you can turn a stressful move into a smooth, effortless transition.