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brass revival There was a period in the not-so-distant past when brass accents were thrown out or painted over. It was as if homeowners desperately wanted to erase any sign that the faux-gold trend ever existed. New, high-quality brass has contemporary tones and finishes. But vintage brass decor pieces (think vases, lamps, and figurines) are […]

CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES Serves 6 4 cups diced cooked chicken (about 1 pound of chicken breasts)  ½ to ¾ cup mayonnaise (or more to taste) 2 ribs celery, small diced ½ cup thinly sliced green onion ⅓ cup seeded and diced Medjool dates 1 to 2 tablespoons yellow curry powder (I like about 1½ […]

A Budget-Friendly Laundry Room Refresh “I had about five days and $500 to transform a laundry room from blah to beautiful,” says Kristine Franklin, creator of The Painted Hive blog (www.thepaintedhive.net). Franklin was tasked with the last-minute laundry room refresh by Angie’s List, and she met she challenge like a pro. She recruited her parents’ small laundry […]

Products and Practices to Make Laundry More Efficient Laundry has come a long way from washbasins and clotheslines. The latest developments for the laundry room are enough to make the time-consuming task of washing, drying, folding, and sorting a little more manageable. From smart storage solutions to thoughtful detergent choices to time-saving tips, here’s how […]

Recipes and Photographs by Karista Bennett SHRIMP ÉTOUFFÉE Serves 6 to 8 1 stick unsalted butter 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 cup chopped yellow onions ½ cup chopped celery ½ cup chopped green bell peppers ¼ cup chopped green onions, plus more for garnish 1 tablespoon minced garlic ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper or dash hot […]

ARUGULA, APPLE, AND HUMMUS WRAP Makes 1 1 large tortilla or sandwich wrap, slightly warmed so it’s pliable 1 to 2 tablespoons hummus 8 to 10 arugula leaves (or a good handful of baby arugula) 4 to 5 slices of your favorite apple Place the warmed tortilla on a flat surface and spread the hummus […]