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How’s It Built? Grab a flashlight and take a peek up there. If you see a network of W-shape trusses supporting your roof, forget about it. You could probably build an addition more cost-effectively than remodel this type of attic. If, however, you find rafters that form an A shape to support the roof – with open space underneath the rafters – you’ve got a potential remodeling candidate. Think Up and Down Figure out how you’re going to get up and down from the finished attic space....

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In modern homes, introduce your favorite hues with accent pieces rather than floor-to-ceiling color. Pick saturated versions of primary or secondary colors and add them with wallpaper, bold artwork, interesting light fixtures, a glass backsplash, and statement serving pieces and cookware. In a very traditional home, dark cabinets can look regal when paired with rich blue or red walls and yellow accents. A warning, however: Covering most of the surfaces in dark or colorful tones works best in a kitchen that has plenty of natural light to prevent the space from feeling cavernous....

Highlights: Lauren was previously a Commerce Writer for The Dodo, the number one most-viewed and most-engaged with animal brand. She also freelance writes horoscopes and astrology content. Lauren previously worked in the advertising industry. Her client was one of the largest retailers in the U.S., which provided her with experience working with retail brands. Favorite Purchase Lauren’s favorite purchase is a pair of black Loeffler Randall Felix boots that she’s had for almost 8 years....

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Make it a Gift Roll a 12-inch length of corrugated cardboard to create approximately a 3-inch-diameter tube, allow for a 1/2 inch of overlap. Cut cork drink coasters to fit each end and hot-glue in place. Line interior with tissue paper, then nestle a stack of cookies in the tube. Wrap ribbon around cookie tube and insert a real or artificial berry stem.

Lemon-Cardamom Quick Bread: Prepare as directed, except substitute 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom for the poppy seeds. Spread cooled loaf with lemon glaze. For lemon glaze, in a medium bowl whisk together 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon finely shredded lemon peel, 4 teaspoons lemon juice, 2 teaspoons light-color corn syrup, and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla.Nutrition Analysis: 187 calories, 3 g protein, 35 g carbohydrate, 4 g total fat (1 g sat....

Dwarf lilac varieties are smaller in scale than the common lilac but offer similar flower colors and scents. These shrubs reach 4 to 6 feet in height, which makes them suitable plants for small gardens and even containers. With their compact branching, the dwarf plants can be trained as hedges and topiaries. Their tighter growth habit requires less time and maintenance than the common lilac. The Meyer lilac, or dwarf Korean lilac, is one of the better known varieties....

Soften the lines of cottage architectural staples, such as paneled walls and exposed ceiling beams, with a swirly floral print. Taking its color cues from a collection of vintage earthenware jugs, a royal blue motif brings the two plush armchairs in this living room into bloom. Kick-pleat skirting on the chairs adds to the furnishings’ feminine appeal, while a striped rug underfoot keeps the room from looking too sweet. Knotty pine paneling is quintessential cottage cabin fare, but if you’re looking for a light alternative to the standard decor, think Swedish....

6 sesame seed hamburger buns, split and toasted 1 recipe Green Grape Relish Green Grape Relish ½ cup seedless green grapes, quartered ¼ cup finely chopped English cucumber 2 tablespoon finely chopped sweet onion, such as Vidalia 2 tablespoon finely chopped green sweet pepper 1 ½ teaspoon honey 1 teaspoon seeded and finely chopped fresh jalapeño pepper* 1 leaf fresh mint, slivered Continue as directed in Step 6. For Easy Cleanup: Line your slow cooker with a disposable slow cooker liner....

4 cup unbleached bread flour ¾ cup whole wheat flour ¼ cup rye flour (or cornmeal or additional whole wheat flour 1 ½ tablespoon honey 1 ½ teaspoon table salt (or 2 1/2 tsp. coarse kosher salt 1 ½ teaspoon instant yeast (also labeled bread-machine or fast-rising yeast) 2 tablespoon olive oil 2 cup water, at room temperature All-Purpose Pizza Dough 5 cup unbleached bread flour 1 tablespoon sugar or honey 1 ½ teaspoon salt or 2 1/2 tsp....