Avocado and harvest gold bring back memories of the 70s – but what colors will summer of 2010 bring to our homes? “As the economy continues to work its way out of a recession, there will be less spending on new items and more repurposing of existing items throughout the home,” says Donna Schroeder of [...]

It’s summer time again and the living is easy – at least it’s supposed to be. But when mosquitos invade your yard, it’s tough to enjoy fun in the sun. Lasting summer memories often begin with a pleasant environment in your own backyard. But the first step is keeping the mosquitoes at bay. TV home [...]

For many people, the attic is an oversized junk closet. It’s a space where all of the “I don’t know what to do with this” items go and seem to disappear for years. However, homeowners forget that a finished attic can be usable living space. And, whether you’re trying to increase the appeal of your [...]

Want your kids to get the most out of your summer picnic? Just make sure there’s plenty of love on the menu. Children crave the attention of their parents and need their affection more than they need the distraction of cartoons or video games, and the bonding that comes with regular family meals is a [...]

Streamers and brightly coloured balloons aren’t the only way to add some pizzazz to your social event. Hosts can complement their favourite food platters with an array of different hues and brighten up their guests’ snacking experience. While many snack foods contain artificial dyes, there are several choices available to shoppers that come in a [...]

(ARA) – Summer will be here before you know it, and parents around the country are facing the same dilemma: What should we do to keep the kids busy this summer? Some families will travel. Others will send the kids to recreational programs in a neighborhood park. For many, though, there are no planned activities. [...]

(ARA) – Maybe it was helping your grandma with her favorite summer recipe or shopping with your mom at the market when the first shipment of the season arrived. No matter the memory, Vidalia onions are as versatile and delicious today as they were back then. Vidalia onions are the original sweet onion. They are [...]

(ARA) – Summer brings warm weather, a break from school and endless hours spent outdoors with friends and family. Summer is also a time for good eating, with farmer’s markets and roadside stands brimming over with the fruits and berries of the season. Locally grown blueberries are available in most areas of the country and [...]