Corie Russell is a Midwest-born writer living in New York City. After dabbling in the office life as an editor, she joined the ranks of full-time freelancers and writes about everything from home decor to the recession.
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A little vintage shopping can set the stage for a DIY wedding centerpiece that makes a big statement. Mine all started with an old...
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With all the money spent on those gift boxes under the tree, it's best to think outside the box when decorating your home for the...
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Now is definitely not the easiest time to sell your home, but it's not impossible. Combat the dismal sellers' market by...
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The party doesn't have to stop in winter. Continue the New Year's celebration and resist the laziness of the brisk season by...
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In the real estate world, it's now common practice to transform old factories and mills into loft-style housing, but what about...
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We all need a break from the hectic holiday season. And with all the great vacation deals to be had, why not dash to one of these...
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With all the shopping bags and wrapping paper you'll be using this season, make up for the waste by decorating green. From LED bulbs...
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So for Christmas your grandma gets you hot-pink sweatpants and your boyfriend gets you a set of kitchen knives (even though you...
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'Tis the season for giving. And with that is the season for wasting. This year instead of buying unwanted gifts that gather dust in...
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Kids getting restless as the turkey cooks? Here's a fun craft that adds color to the table and will keep everyone busy before and...
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If money is tight this Christmas because of the economic downturn, or if you simply feel you have lost the reason for the season,...
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Rather than visiting a tropical paradise for the holidays, consider planning a destination Christmas in a city that embraces the...
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With crowded airports, flight delays, and perhaps even extra luggage for gifts and winter clothing, busy travel times -- including...
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Whether it's trick-or-treating, admiring the colorful leaves from a comfy chair or hosting a party, your front porch is a hot spot...
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Instead of visiting a museum or a famous restaurant on your next vacation, get in the Halloween spirit by exploring a haunted...
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Few things beat soaring through the air on a cable over rich forests, bubbling rivers and native wildlife. With your adrenaline...
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We're past the 1950s housewife image. We're even past the notion that women can't do math or hard labor. In 2009, women are proudly...
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Before you get that entrepreneurial itch amid the recession, take a step back and focus on your plan.
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Remember when the cat relieved itself on the pillow during your vacation? Or the dog chewed through the door while you were at work?...
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Even if you think you know everything about HIV and AIDS, take some time to brush up on the facts. Did you know, for instance, that...