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Indoors and outdoors, big and smallthere’s a wreath for every space. Use wreaths to show off your festive and creative spirit. Here, you’ll find easyDIY projectsand simple tips to transform a store-bought wreath into a custom creation. Credit:Marta Pãrez; Styling: Vero Designs A matching wreath, sans the citrus, hangs above the front door for cohesion. Wild and Wispy ROBBIE CAPONETTO. STYLING: KATHLEEN VARNER Greet visitors with glorious greenery. Credit:Alison Gootee; Stylist: Page Mullins; Interior design: Amy Studebaker...

Robbie Caponetto Close your eyes and picture your happy place. What do you see? Sandy shores, a deep blue ocean, swaying palm trees? Honeymoon Island State Park is known for its white-sand beaches, nature trails, and wildlife.Credit:Robbie Caponetto Can you hear the waves crashing and the seagulls calling? Are you already beginning to smell the salty surf and taste thepina colada? No, it’s not a real club. Credit: Tina Sargeant...

Loveless is drawn to antique mirrors for a variety of reasons. “Antique mirrors aren’t just functional, they’re works of art,” she says. Her favorite mirrors contain beveled edges or signs of age. Credit:Stephen Karlisch for Callie Windle “These imperfections add to their charm,” the designer explains. Cortney McClure is most drawn to antique gilt mirrors. “A well-aged mirror carries a story, and I love incorporating that depth into my designs.”...

Try one of these shades for a memorable transformation. These deep jewel tones feel very indulgent and give a space instant character and a welcoming feel. 30)to create a color-drenched bathroom. Credit: Photo: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller The deep colors really became a backdrop for the custom wood vanities and special lighting. This color would be perfect for a bathroom with beautiful brass hardware and porcelain fixtures."...

Robbie Caponetto For many Southerners, a yearly beach vacation is non-negotiable. What can we say? When it comes to beach trips, Southerners are undeniably creatures of habit. Credit:Robbie Caponetto And our editors are no exception. Here are 10 Southern beaches our editors return to year after year. Her pro tip as the area has gotten more popular? Credit:Courtesy of Discover South Carolina Find a spot on the quieter west end of the beach....

Easy-to-grow tropical perennials with colorful foliage. Plantcaladiumsin late spring or early summer in areas with full or partial sunlight. Keep the soil well-drained, moist, and full of nutrients. Credit:Ralph Anderson Discover some of the best caladium varieties with unique color combinations and variegation. As a strap-leaf caladium, this variety can handle more sun exposure than others. Thefoliage on this plant is pinkand white, with a dark green vein spreading throughout....

Discover the most common bedroom decorating mistakes designers often see and learn how to avoid them. Jewel Marlowe, the founder of Jeweled Interiors in Fairfax Station, Virginia, expresses similar thoughts. There is no need to buy the complete bedding set in a bag, she says. Credit: Julie Soefer Photography Resist the urge to over-accessorize, and let the room breathe, Cole says. Decorating With Too Much Color Going bold in the bedroom isnt always your best bet....

When it comes tobeautiful beaches, the South is no novice. When the weather warms, folks from across the country flock to our coast. And their affection for our sandy shores doesn’t show signs of waning anytime soon. Credit: Getty Images / Tyrone Callahan Jr / EyeEm Plus, it has plenty of lake-side beaches too. Lowkey cottages and laidback beach motels give ‘round-the-clock beach access to visitors. Located onLouisiana’s Lake Charles, there’s always something happening on the white sand shores of North Beach....

Choose plants that complement corn. Corn can serve as a natural structure for other plants to climb. Ensure cucumbers have consistent moisture and well-draining soil to thrive alongside corn," she adds. Credit:Getty Images Lettuce fotolism_thai/Getty Images Lettuce doesn’t need much space to grow. Tall corn stalks provide shade for lettuce. Corn serves as a natural trellis for pole beans to climb, reducing some garden work. Credit:Getty Images / Dmytro Skrypnykov...

Here are the prettiest flowers to grow in a cutting garden. You only need a small space so that grow enough flowers for bouquets every week. Flowers will not produce well in shade. Credit:Getty Images / Jacky Parker Photography If you want to get a jumpstart on the growing season in cold climates, you canstart seeds indoors. You also can plant flowers that bloom beyond the summer months. Weve learned the hard way, so we keep many of our flowers fenced, says Williams....

Look out for these preowned home wares at thrift stores, yard sales, and antique stores. And how do I know? Trust me: Christmas is in full bloom at thrift shops. Vintage Christmas tree ornaments.Credit: Jake Wyman/Photographer’s Choice RF/Getty Images Theres no better time to do so than the holidays. Also, look out for vintage styles such as ceramic tabletop trees and retro flocked or aluminum trees. And dont lose heart if the roll has already been opened....

Discover our best icebox cake recipes that will keep you cool on warm days. Icebox cakes will keep you cool while preparing and eating them. They’re also greatmake-ahead dessertsbecause they need to be chilled in the refrigerator before they’re served. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Read on for our best icebox pie recipes you’ll want to serve on repeat all spring and summer. Graham crackers make up the cake layers and are also added as a crunchy garnish just before serving....

Read on to see why these South Carolina national parks are wellworth a visitthis season. The park is the largest expanse of old-growth bottomland hardwood forest that remains intact in the southeast. you’re able to find videos of past guided walks and the history of the 845-acre parkonline. Credit: zrfphoto/Getty Images Fought October 7, 1780, the battle was the first major American victory after the British invaded Charleston. nps.gov/kimo/index.htm Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail This historic trail stretches across four states....