Now that spring has (finally!) sprung, it's time to spruce up your outdoor space! For inspiration, check out these stylish seasonal finds, from hanging lanterns to colorful throw pillows:
By Rachel Sylvester for TheNest.com
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Aries (March 21 - April 19)
You wouldn't start knitting a sweater without some sort of pattern, so why would you turn the den into an office without a plan? Sketch out your designs and measure the furniture, envisioning just what you need for maximum efficiency. Don't improvise your design. Today's Aries Reading: Free Sample Destiny Reading |
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Taurus (April 20 - May 20)
As you wander through the fabric store today, your practical side tells you to buy the conservative tapestries while your wild side years for bold prints. Go with something in-between. Find a color that doesn't bark for attention and a design that's a bit louder than you'd normally pick. Today's Taurus Reading: Free Sample Harmony Reading |
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Gemini (May 21 - June 21)
Your usually strong opinions will be changeable today. Let them evolve, reflecting not only your own mood but |
I've heard that Cinco de Mayo is actually a relatively small holiday in its native Mexico, however, in the U.S. it seems to have morphed into an annual celebration of Mexican heritage and culture of epic proportions. Now, you know me… I love any excuse to throw a good party and I think a Cinco de Mayo one would be such fun! I started poking around to see if there were any fun ideas I could gather into a post for you, and came away with quite a few. Click through the gallery below to see a bevy of bright and colorful Cinco de Mayo party ideas that will most definitely get you feeling festive! - By Gabrielle Blair
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Add some spring to your space with a few colorful accents! Get inspired with these room pics, featuring bold and soft shades of spring's hottest hues.
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Check out these cleaning products that have stood the test of time.1. Arm & Hammer Baking Soda
First developed in 1846 by two brothers-in-law living in Massachusetts, this "bicarbonate of soda" was first sold in paper bags packed by hand. (Did you know that it's actually mined from the ground? The largest natron deposit - the source of baking soda - in the U.S. is found in Wyoming.) Due to its growing popularity (and not just as a leavening agent for baking), Church & Dwight Company was consolidated and the baking soda was trademarked under the brand name "Arm & Hammer." Nowadays, of course, we use it for everything from deodorizing fridges to getting stains out of fabrics to cleaning teeth.
2. Bon Ami Powder Cleanser
Made from the leftover feldspar from scouring soap production, this gentler cleaner was first introduced in New England in 1890. Bon Ami is still making powder cleanser with the cute chick on the label, along with a line of natural dish soaps, all-purpose cleaners, and liquid cleansers.
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3. Brillo
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Aries (March 21 - April 19)
Your backyard this year may be in great shape, but your front yard is a little bit uninspired. It's not too soon to start sketching out what you want to do next year. Imagine the greenery and start thinking about the perfect flowers to match the trim of your house. Today's Aries Reading: Free Sample Extreme Makeover Tarot Reading |
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Taurus (April 20 - May 20)
All it will take is one comment and your whole day is shot. Don't fall for the bait. Whether the words come from a friend, enemy, or your own mother, they know you well enough to know how to get your goat. Don't let a snide remark about your potato salad ruin your day in the park. Today's Taurus Reading: Free Sample Romantic Compatibility Reading for two |
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Gemini (May 21 - June 21)
Keep your mind open today -- everything's bound to surprise you. Walking into |
Got a budding space enthusiast on your hands? Score some major cool parenting points by throwing a space inspired birthday celebration of planetary proportions. Find everything an astronaut could possibly need in this gallery, and get ready for a trip to the stars. A successful mission is just a few clicks away!
-By Gabrielle Blair
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Apartment hunting in NYC can be an emotive dance: simultaneously frustrating and exciting. Dealing with landlords, competing with other renters, and wending your way from one flat to the next can seem worth the chase for that special abode. Intensity hits stratospheric highs in the fiercely competitive cosmopolitan markets of cities like New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago.
If you find yourself in such a setting, follow the apartment hunting tips for NYC and beyond that we've outlined below.
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Set Your Priorities. It's easy to get caught up in the whirlwind, so stay grounded. Know what you want in an apartment, a neighborhood, and a rental agreement. Research the neighborhoods that interest you to learn what constitutes a desirable apartment and what options are actually available. Organize all the data using this comprehensive checklist from Lifehacker.
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Read More »from 6 Apartment Hunting Tips for NYC and BeyondIt's already time for picnics and backyard parties! That's is one of the best things about this season, since outdoor festivities at home can feel like being away on holiday, without the stress of travel. I love spending as much time outside as possible, especially when the weather is warm, and eating outside is my favorite! So, I was excited to find some simple pieces of furniture along with these colorful and fun accessories for backyard entertaining and living.
-By Chelsea Fuss
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