Plus, how to choose a new vacuum and take care of it. You dont want to ignore any of the red flags that you need an upgrade. Janice Stewart is the owner ofCastle Keepers House Cleaningin Charleston and Greenville, South Carolina. Credit:Getty Images The vacuum doesn’t work as well as it used to. A vacuum that cant do its job effectively is just taking up space. The vacuum gets clogged easily....
Learn how to set yourself back on the right course if your plant has been overindulging in H2O. Getty Images Watering your plants has benefits that far outweigh basic hydration. But give it too much water and you might find your plant is less than thriving. Credit:Getty Images Linda Vateris an expert for theSouthern Living Plant Collection. Laura Rootis a horticulturist forJackson & Perkins. Justin Hancockis a horticulturist forCosta Farms....
A creamier cup is just a few steps away. Sometimes, getting your soup to be just the right consistency can be tricky. Here are a few easy ways to thicken soup. Credit: Southern Living Cook It Longer Sometimes soup just needs to simmer longer to reach the perfect consistency. Check to see if the vegetables are tender, and then taste the broth. If the soup tastes a bit watery, give it more time....
These touches may not seem big, but they have a big impact. So what details in your own home might deserve a second look? Expert designers weigh in on the little details in your home you might be overlooking. Credit:Ponton Interiors; Crystal Harvey with Bos Images “It can be peel-and-stick or traditionally hung, depending on your budget and the style that you find. We use wallpaper in every single project we do for clients....
Move over, Colorado and Utah. There’s plenty of awesome skiing in the South. Getty Images There’s a time and a place for experiencing the countrys big mountains out West. Credit:Getty Images For every other day, theres the fun and easy-to-access ski resorts of the South. Another reason we love skiing in these more relaxed ski areas? In short, dont write off the South as it may just be your next best ski vacation....
The magic oftrain travel is back in vogue, and we couldnt be happier. Theres something that feels inherently Southern about taking a train. Maybe its the old-fashioneddining cars, where you could savor a sweet tea. Credit:Courtesy of New Hope Valley Railway Maybe its the vintage appeal. Maybe its the gorgeous countryside and rural farmland railways always seem to cut through. Whatever the reason, we cant wait to punch our train ticket and get rolling....
It’s good for more than you think. Instant pudding mix was always in my grandma’s pantry, but I hardly ever saw her make pudding. That’s because it was part of many semi-homemade tricks she employed in her baking. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox A devotee of theCake Doctor cookbooks, her beloved baking was equal parts scratch-cooking and clever store-bought tricks. Thecornstarchin the mix helps with rise, for tall and fluffy confections....
From biscuits to sausage balls, these sweet potato breakfast recipes will surely satisfy your morning crew. Read on for our favorite sweet potatobreakfast recipesthat will delight everyone at your table. Made with cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger spices, these fluffy delights are reminiscent ofpumpkin muffins. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox It makes for a hearty breakfast that will energize you for hours after indulging. Credit: Micah A. Leal Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez...
Roasting a butternut squash is always a good idea. (Bundt cake, anyone?) Some recipes call for cubes, others chunks or slices. Credit:Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely In any case, double-check the cut butternut squash is fairly uniform in size so it cooks evenly. Coating the pieces in oil will ensure they dont stick to the pan. you’re able to also cut the squash in half and roast it that way....
Take our advice and make your holiday easier than ever. Greg Dupree Even if you love to cook,Thanksgiving dinnercan feel like a daunting task. you’re free to even go ahead and cube it before freezing to save a step later. Credit:Greg Dupree Just give them about two days to thaw in the fridge before the Thanksgiving festivities. Credit:Greg Dupree, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster Credit:Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Micah Morton, Prop Stylist: Kathleen Varner...
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If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. From how and when to wear it to old-school tricks. The opposite of subtle, she dazzles with layers of jewelry and a loud personality. Credit:Getty Images/Archive Photos/Stringer Next, put on your earring, piercing through the bandage before securing the back of the earring. Now, the snippet of Band-Aid is basically layered between the backside of your earlobe and the earring back....
Just dont say she had more time. While theirhomes were tidy, they were lived in. Though they supported their childrens activities and endeavors, they didnt take them on as their own. Credit:Jena Ardell/Getty Images It was all about balance, and they made it look easy. Not to mention, a matching athleisure set can be downright chic, if you ask me. But our foremothers took dressing to the next level. Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox...
