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5 Ways To Stay Healthy This Year
The wintertime can be tough, no matter where you live in the world. The cold temperatures, whipping winds, and constant rotations of friends and family being sick can really affect how you feel. So, why not be proactive and try to stay healthier and happier this year with a few simple steps! It won’t take much to try to stay healthier, and if you do find yourself getting sick, these practices can help…
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How To Make Holiday Gingerbread Cake
When you think of Christmas baking, what is the first thing that comes to mind? For most, it’s easy to think of cookies, pies, bars, bite-sized treats or even homemade chocolate. But one of the most popular items on a Christmas baking list would be gingerbread and usually in the classic form of gingerbread man cookies or perhaps a house! Now, to put a fun and exciting twist on the…
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How To Organize Your Fridge
When you think of organizing your home, you might not have your fridge at the top of the list. While we get in the habit of cleaning and refilling our fridge, what about recognizing it? While it may seem like a task, it can be well worth it for your whole family and your household’s efficiency. Plus, with these quick and easy tips, you might cut some extra tasks out of…
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How To Be A Great Host
As we enter the holiday season, this usually means we will be seeing guests, family, and visitors within our home. Whether you have a few people over for a quiet dinner or if you have a weekend full of guests staying, it’s important to be the best host possible. Prepare In Advance The best thing you can do when it comes to hosting is to prepare in advance for any…
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How To Prepare Your Home For Fall
Well, as we enjoy the last bit of our Summer holidays and soak up the sun, that can only mean one thing: Fall is right around the corner. In fact, according to our calendars, the first day of Fall arrives on September 22nd, which means we need to get our homes ready for the upcoming colder months. This is a great time to tackle some projects and to-do list items…
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Do’s & Don’ts Of Decorating With Metals
Metal is a material we see everywhere and are in contact with throughout each day. But have you thought about using metal within your home’s design and color palette? Metal items, decor, or even metal finishes can look really great in any home or design plan if they are used and showcased correctly. Luckily, we have a list of do’s and don’ts when it comes to decorating with metal around…
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4 Ways To Maximize Storage In Your Home
Storage and space can be a hard thing to come by within our homes, apartments, and condos. Most places nowadays come compact with a lack of room to store your most important items, or if there is storage, it isn’t the most practical when it comes to your needs. Luckily, there are a few easy ways to fix this issue and create storage spaces and areas that are functional and…
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5 Plants For Beginner Gardeners
Creating a beautiful garden with fresh flowers, greenery, and produce can be a difficult challenge, especially if you’re new to gardening. Luckily, there is an easy way to start as a beginner gardener by planting plants that are easy to grow and maintain and take simple steps to keep them thriving. Check out the list below to find five plants that are perfect for beginner gardeners: Lavender Lavender not only…
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Valor 10 WiFi Remote App
Introducing the Valor 10 remote WiFi app for mobile devices Select Valor gas fireplaces now offer the ability to control your fireplace via the Valor 10 remote app, available now for Apple Store and Google Play compatible devices. Take full control of your fireplace with intuitive and interactive options—including the ability to program your fireplace, set a countdown timer, or integrate child safety locks. The Valor 10 remote app is available on fireplaces that are…
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How To Include Your Fireplace This Valentines Day
Well, the day of love is officially arriving this week, and if your finding yourself short on Valentine’s Day ideas, we’ve got you covered. These three lovely ideas will include a few extraordinary things, such as your loved ones, some delicious food, and your Valor Gas Fireplace to make for a memorable evening. Family Camp In This idea will apply best to those who have kids or family members who…