Home And Living

Maria Menounos dishes on relaxing outdoors

Vanja Veric — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 06:00:00 -0700

When Maria Menounos isn't busy with her Extra duties and countless commitments, she unwinds in her front yard with her favorite furry friends.

Best friends: Tips to keep that tail wagging

Mary McCoy — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0800

Owning a dog can be one of life's great pleasures as long as it remains happy in the home. Keep that tail wagging with these helpful tips for dog owners everywhere. The reward of a friendship with a dog is worth the investment.

Battle of the fur: Best ways to remove pet hair

Mary McCoy — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0800

Removing pet hair from clothing, furniture, carpeting and sometimes even meals is the bane of most pet owners' existence. Read on for tips on how to remove pet hair from your home, your little black dress and everything in between.

2013's most efficient vacuum roundup

Jenna Wardrip — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 12:52:00 -0800

Are you tired of your vacuum not getting the job done? Ready to finally nail those hard-to-reach places? We're confident these vacuums could be your final sigh of relief. Let's start your new year right with these exceptional family and pet-friendly vacuums!

Winter sleep sheet roundup

Robert Soares — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 12:12:00 -0800

Whether your day consists of spending long hours at the office, running errands across town or finally getting your little one to start eating vegetables, nothing feels better than the comfort of your own bed as you recharge your body to do it all over again. These bedsheets are sure to bring you cozy comfort and sweet winter dreams.

5 laundry room organizing tips that will change every mom’s life

Kortney Tenaglia — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 01:29:00 -0700

There comes a time in every mom’s life when she gets overwhelmed by her family's laundry piles -- especially as they grow in both size and stench. Conquering a big laundry load isn’t so much of a routine as it is an art: an art of organization. Here are five simple organization tricks to change your laundry life forever.

How to pick the right serving accessories

Linda Melone, CSCS — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 01:24:00 -0700

Imagine attending a black tie affair in a floor-length gown… while wearing a pair of combat boots. It’s not a good move if you’re trying to impress. The same holds true for preparing a nice meal. The serving accessories you choose can either complement or work against all your hard work. Here’s how to make the right choices.