Thanksgiving Prep: 15 Things You Can Do Ahead of Time

Every year, I make a list of what I can get done in the days before Thanksgiving. If you wrote out notes to yourself like we suggested last year, pull that out and add to it. If not, try making notes as you go this year. You’ll thank yourself later! Also check out Our Complete Thanksgiving Dinner Menu: from Cocktails to Dessert  • […]

Tips’ DIY Halloween Costumes

Here are a few of our staff’s favorite DIY costumes–some easier than others. By Our TipsFromTown Staff Have a fun costume you’d like to share? Email us a pic so we can add it to our post! Channel Your Inner Charlie Brown Is there anything more traditional than making a ghost costume from a sheet? You can cut […]

13 Ways to Make Memorial Day More Meaningful

Memorial Day is often a day of barbecues, parties, and celebrating the coming of summer. It can be easy to get lost in all the activities and miss out on the opportunity to honor military heroes and loved ones who have passed away. If you’re looking for a way to enjoy the day with more meaning attached, […]

5 Hottest Wallpapers for Under $100 per Roll

Beautiful wallpaper can transform any space. As I have mentioned in many of my articles, wallpaper is back with a vengeance. The problem is that many interior designers only use and show their clients the most expensive wallpapers on the market. I disagree with this; there are so many amazing wallpapers at reasonable prices out […]

10 April Fools’ Day Pranks to Play on Your Kids

Kids love pranks, and since I dropped the ball with the leprechaun this year, I am going to step up my game for April 1st. But, I like simple, so here are some easy ways to get the best of your kids. 1. Bed Swap While your kids are sleeping, switch them and put them into […]

Do You Suffer from Colorphobia? Hope Has a Cure.

by Hope Fallin of Hope Fallin Color Design  Is your entire house gray, beige, cream, or white? Or a combination of all four?  Are you constantly seeing bright colors in a home magazine and wishing you too could bring those bright greens or blues into your home and wardrobe? Hope Fallin is here to help […]

COLOR STAGING: Getting Your Home Ready to Sell

Are you planning to sell your home this spring? If so, you may know that you will need a professional home stager. But, did you know that color staging is just as important? Color staging will help ensure you sell your home quickly and at the highest price. A home that is updated, especially in terms […]