This year, turn your spring cleaning into a mission to find sources of cash, since almost all of us are looking to raise some money in the recession. The newspaper and Internet are tried-and-true spots for selling furniture and finding a market for, say, your old camping equipment, musical instruments or kitchen appliances. Local shops also...

A fruit basket of vibrant colors will be delivered to your closet this spring. Spring's true colors are showing in bright turquoise, lemon yellow, emerald green, and fuchsia, along with the return of black and white. As spring fades to summer the color palette will be paler and sun bleached. There are a few carry-overs from seasons past such...

What’s up for spring fashion? Watch for earth tone separates,  washable suede pieces, tunic tops, and comfortable blouses in a polyester spandex blend.  If some of these styles are new to you, grab a friend and head for the dressing room.  Try on one of everything even if your first thought is “I could never wear that”.  You can’t see...

It's still a couple of weeks until spring and the weather can still sometimes be depressing. The kids may be bored and your relationships may be suffering. What can you do to beat the winter blahs and energize your marriage and family? Consider the following: 1. Go fitness walking at a local mall before the stores open. 2. Have a picnic on...

A fruit basket of vibrant colors will be delivered to your closet this spring. Spring colors Spring's true colors are showing in bright turquoise, lemon yellow, emerald green, and fuchsia, along with the return of black and white. As spring fades to summer the color palette will be paler and sun bleached. There are a few carry-overs from...

Spring colors Fresh from the garden, colors blossom in this season's dress fashions! Deep floral shades make the most out of the new spring dresses. As delightful as a bouquet, this season's new colors are vibrant with possibilities! Pump up your look with shades of petal pink, yellows and blues. Dare to wear tiger lily orange or pale yellow...

Spring and summer color is all about finding contentment and relaxation throughout the home using a thoughtfully considered, yet expansive palette of comfort creating hues. Now we also recognize the continued nurturing of colors, but also offer cheerful optimism combined with obvious fortitude. Directions in color for spring and summer can be...