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Crafts

Expert lighting tips for entertaining

As you plan holiday parties, don’t under estimate the not-so-subtle power of lighting. The right lighting helps set the stage for an...

Holiday and seasonal decor

Hostess gifts: Gifts for the perfect host & hostess

This wonderful time of year is all about sharing special moments with family and friends. It seems that social calendar is always...

Budgeting & Saving

Holiday savings: Save money shopping online

The holidays are fast approaching -- and threatening to max out your credit card. Shopping online can make hunting for holiday deals...

Travel

Travel Inspirations: New Orleans

New Orleans is a city rich with history and creativity -- perfect for travel. The fusion of cultures and artistic styles make New...

Holiday and seasonal decor

Thanksgiving dinner table decor on a budget

Looking for some good Thanksgiving dinner table decor ideas? Our home design expert, Robin Baron has some budget-friendly options...

Home Improvement

Designing a home office space

Home decor expert Robin Baron shares tips on how to create a comfy, cozy and organized home office space.

Gadgets, Electronics & Automotive

The best home office technology for moms

When you’re working from home, juggling the roles of mom, chauffeur, problem-solver and business owner — to name a few — one of the...

Home Improvement

10 reasons to remodel your home

Whether you’re bored with your abode or want to increase its value with home improvements, remodeling can not only renew your nest...

Adventure Travel

Travel by design: New York City

New York, New York what a wonderful town! I feel lucky that I live in one of the most exciting cities in the world. New York City is...

Halloween Crafts & Activities

Low-budget autumn accessories for home

Most of us enjoy using our creativity to add a few new accessories to our homes as the season shifts. You don’t have to go overboard...

College

Top 3 dorm room design ideas

The long, lazy days of summer are coming to an end. For some moms, this time of the year is particularly daunting because...

Gadgets, Electronics & Automotive

A techie’s guide to style

As a designer, I appreciate a well-styled electronics case and think it is fun to show off your personal style with the latest...

Career Advice

Career women: Mentor your way to success

Even though the economy has recently shown small signs of improvement, it still appears that a full, global economic recovery will...

Dieting & Nutrition

Family-friendly food allergy tips

Raising a family has plenty of magical moments, but back-to-school season means saying goodbye to the relaxed routine of summer and...

Wellness

DUI: What to do if you’re stopped

Holidays are often centered on drinking, with parties typically filled with a bevy of alcoholic beverages. More often than not,...

School Tips for Moms

Learning disabilities: How to improve your child’s self-esteem

Just thinking about the new school year can fill the heart and mind of any child with a sense of dread. Saying goodbye to the lazy...

Technology

A tech-free way to enrich your communication skills

In today’s technological era of email, cell phones, texting, Facebook and Twitter, mixed with an insanely busy social schedule, who...

Budgeting & Saving

4 Lies that hurt your finances

In today’s economy, millions of people are struggling to adjust to a shift in their financial lifestyle. Often the problem goes much...

Budgeting & Saving

How to raise financially independent children

Making wise money decisions is important at all stages of life, but as a parent, teaching your children how to be smart savers and...

Green & Healthy

Are your natural beauty products really natural?

When it comes to how you moisturize, lather or make up, many Americans strive to apply products that are as natural as possible. But...

Green & Healthy

The truth about natural home care products

Let’s face it: Green is the new black. Companies introduced 13,000 new "natural" products last year and another 5,000 have hit...