Southern designers weigh in. Bedrooms should be places of calm and rest, says designerMaggie Griffin. Out are the days of overly-stuffed rooms andoutdated design trends, its all about apared-downand refreshing bedroom suite. Credit:Robbie Caponetto; Styling: Kendra Surface Well, its high time to clean it out. Declutter your nightstands!" Its easier said than done, but the furniture you select for your bedroom can help. Credit:Brie Williams Im firmly in the no TV in the bedroom camp, says designerLaura Hodges....

The pros have spoken. Getty Images If the stove is the heart of the Southern kitchen, well thejunk draweris the hidden secret. These catch-all drawers store, well, everything that doesnt have a proper place anywhere else in the house. Credit:Getty Images They arent all bad, though. Lets be honest, the junk drawer is quite possibly the most used drawer in our kitchen! says Cassie Thompson ofSerene Spaces Professional Organizingin Northeast Florida....

Some of these items may surprise you. Another important aspect of feeding birds is knowing what not to feed them. Unsure where to start? Credit:Getty Images Parkins offers 14 things you should never put in abird feeder. This can lead to extreme sickness, weakness, and even paralysis. Honey is also high in sugar, making it unhealthy for birds, Parkins explains. Its acidity can also cause problems within a birds digestive system....

When it comes to tile, you have a lot more options than youd think. Laurey W. Glenn The tile you select can be transformative. This doesnt mean youre limited towhite subway tilequite the opposite. Credit:Laurey W. Glenn Consider this your guide to the tile layout patterns that arent too trendy and will always look good. Placement Tile is decorative, but in many cases its also functional. You have to think about how youre interacting with it, advises Stambaugh....

Bring on the bubbles, we’re celebrating warm weather! Plus, we have plenty of springtime batch drinks to make hosting a breeze. Pop the bubbles and start squeezing lots of lemons for some of our favorite spring cocktails. Credit:Photographer: Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox This garden-fresh cocktail invites the flavor of fresh cucumber. Someone bring the chips and guacamole, too! Elderflower-Champagne Cocktail This batch cocktail is perfect for outdoor, springtime gatherings....

When you think ofNew Orleans, chances are you associate the city with all things French. In 1803, Louisiana became an American territory. The term Creole represents this ancestral complexity of many long-time residents of New Orleans. Credit:The Cabildo Even outside of the quarter, though, the influence of New Orleans many inhabitants is clear. There’s way more cultural things to do here than you would expect in a city of its size....

Make the most of the winter season by planning a girls' trip ASAP. You’ll have a great time, and you’ll learn a lot, too. From early November to early January, enjoy more than 60Christmas trees, candlelight tours, and choirs. Credit:Cedric Angeles Don’t forget to stop into the estate’s winery for a tasting after your tour. Brevard, North Carolina Transylvania County will have you swooning the minute you arrive. If it’s nottoocold, brave the Pisgah Forest for a magical (and snowy) winter hike....

Have a holly jolly Christmas card-sending season with these festive messages. These merry Christmas wishes and quotes are the perfect sentiment to add to your Christmas cards this season. Credit: Dan Brownsword/Getty Images Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living

Share the magic of the season with loved ones you’re not able to be with. Group shots and selfies capture moments with family and friends we rarely see throughout the year. Social media posts and pictures let us share the magic of the season with loved ones near and far. Credit: Photo: Hector Sanchez Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living...

choose the one that best fits your darling sis. Nicknames for sisters celebrate the special bond you have with your sibling because sisterhood is a beautiful thing. Baby Sis.Credit: Southern Living Sista.Credit: Southern Living Twinkle.Credit: Southern Living Queen.Credit: Southern Living Smiley.Credit: Southern Living Jelly Bean.Credit: Southern Living Tweety.Credit: Southern Living

FromcasserolestoThanksgiving sides, we love rounding up and sharing our readers' top-rated recipes over the years. When it comes to your all-timefavorite soups, these fifteen check all the boxes. One review said: “My husband and I made this yesterday and it was absolutely wonderful! Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox This is the perfect winter weekend meal.” We loved the hints of spice with the cumin, cinnamon and red pepper. Turn to the store-bought rotisserie chicken and watch dinner come together in no time....

Porch transformations so amazing you’ll want to sit and stay a while. But these gorgeous patio spots weren’t always that way. Sometimes you better bring the hammer and nails and transform your front orbackyardinto a construction zone. Credit: Laurey W. Glenn Check out our best before and after porch makeovers you better see to believe. There wasn’t room for seating or an area to welcome guests on this old front porch....

These are the recipes Southern cooks turn to again and again. You’ll recognize many of them, from Thanksgiving favorites to the cakes we’re still known for. Mahogany Cake If there is one cake you’ll bake this year, make it this one. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Our favorite version, of course, uses bacon. This particular Southern standard gave us all the warm and fuzzy memories we were craving. This sweet and tangy slaw is perfect forpulled porkand hot dogs....