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1+ hour, 29+ min ago  (1052+ words) Shelley's first taste of success in writing happened in high school when she won an award in a local writing contest. She never imagined writing would be her career, so she earned a degree in education and dabbled in several…...

1+ hour, 49+ min ago  (1197+ words) There's sure to be a designer-approved shade here that's perfect for your home. Choosing the right paint color can be surprisingly difficult. You want something that feels modern, but you don't want it to feel dated in a few years....

2+ hour, 30+ min ago  (336+ words) Our newsroom occasionally reports stories under a byline of "staff." Often, the "staff" byline is used when rewriting basic news briefs that originate from official sources, such as a city press release about a road closure, and which require little…...

4+ hour, 49+ min ago  (405+ words) Woodworkers still create quilt racks today, and you can also buy reproductions online, but there's nothing like a real, authentic vintage wood rack, especially one that's seen a variety of owners through the years. By adding paint, hooks, or baskets,…...

5+ hour, 19+ min ago  (511+ words) As an engineer, Bob worked on everything from auto parts to oil rigs. The carpentry business that followed was hugely enjoyable but not particularly lucrative, so he supported his passion with consultancy work. Harbor Freight's Popular Mini Toolbox Gets New…...

5+ hour, 29+ min ago  (355+ words) Most homes have enough light to serve their purpose. A ceiling fixture provides general brightness, table and floor lamps handle specific tasks, and pendants or recessed lights add coverage where needed. Despite this, many rooms still feel flat, unfinished, or…...

6+ hour, 19+ min ago  (535+ words) Sophie Pell is an experienced writer with credits across a variety of magazines, creative journals, and websites. She began her career in film and television production but quickly realized that writing was her true passion. The Quick & Easy Way Lyndsay…...

7+ hour, 22+ min ago  (619+ words) Water backing up in the sink, an oily ring around the plughole, guests due any minute and the thought of paying a plumber more than you spent on the food. Most people reach for a plunger or a harsh chemical…...

9+ hour, 49+ min ago  (520+ words) As an engineer, Bob worked on everything from auto parts to oil rigs. The carpentry business that followed was hugely enjoyable but not particularly lucrative, so he supported his passion with consultancy work. The Sturdy Shoe Rack You Can Build…...

9+ hour, 49+ min ago  (833+ words) We've all experienced that stab of envy when catching a glimpse of how the other half live and how stylish and immaculate their homes appear to be. From plush bedrooms to swanky kitchens and of course, those immaculate, tastefully-fitted-out bathrooms....