Common kitchen terms explained

Choosing a professional kitchen appliance these days is like visiting a foreign country: If you don't speak the language, you might get burned. Here are definitions of some of the most common technical terms to help avoid purchasing pitfalls. Read More

Control humidity indoors

Q: My kids have allergies, so I am not sure how humid the air should be inside my house during winter and summer. What is a good target humidity level and what is the best and most efficient way to maintain it? Read More

Garden Calendar

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Pet Calendar

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Cart gives Buddy new lease on life

We adopted Buddy from the Grateful Golden Rescue when he was 4 months old. His back legs just didn't seem to work well and he was unable to walk properly. He would take a few steps then fall down. Read More

Mixing high-, low-end furniture

Dressing a room can be a lot like dressing yourself. You invest in the pieces you want to last many years and shop for steals on accessories that change with trends. Victoria Dreste, a St. Louis-based interior designer, recently worked with a client to pull together high- and low-... Read More

Pet Briefs

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This Week's House Plan

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Portrait perfect

House museum's painting of Henry Middleton Rutledge restored

The portrait hanging in the dining room of the house museum needed work. Layers of varnish and paint were lifting up from its surface. The piece had great historic and sentimental value. Read More

Add older pieces to boost comfort

Contemporary home design is no longer all about sleek, sterile environments. The minimalist movement has turned a softer cheek as the need for a more comforting home base became apparent. Read More

Indigo tops for 2010

Native plant chosen for easy care, suitability

Baptisia australis, also known as Blue false indigo and wild indigo, is the Perennial Plant Association's pick for 2010 plant of the year. The goal of the association's program, begun in 1990, is to aid consumers in choosing plants that are both outstanding and easy to grow. Read More

Real Estate Transactions

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Pet Briefs

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Finding right vibe with African decor

You will find cool design in the most remote places. Whether you are an armchair traveler or have actually had the unforgettable experience of visiting Africa, its rich cultural history and natural beauty will always be with you. Read More

'The Way to Cook' re-released in 2-DVD set

Hand it to Julia Child: She was an innovator when it came to getting the "why" of food out to the public. She did it by writing cookbooks and articles, shooting popular television series and hamming it up onstage and in demonstration kitchens across the country. Read More