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Close the gaps. These rich blue curtains add a block of color across the whole window. Ceiling-mounted tracks work particularly well in rooms with large expanses of glass. If you have a recess above, like the one here, so much the better, since it means that your track can tuck out of sight for a neat finish.
3. Take a sip and a snack outside. Pour yourself a special drink, load up a tray with little nibbles and head outside to enjoy some pre-dinner R&R. Better yet, invite over a neighbor or friend you’ve been meaning to catch up with for some low-key hangout time.See trends from the popular home bars on Houzz
7. Repot, if needed. Two signs to look for if your plant needs repotting: yellowing leaves or the pot won’t hold much water — there’s barely space for soil due to pot-bound roots. Winter is a good time to upgrade plants to larger containers before they start their spring growth. Repot by gently tugging the plant out of the pot, loosening any root-bound roots and placing in a larger container with fresh potting soil.
3. Give plants a rinse for dust. Broad-leafed house plants like ficus, some palms, bird of paradise tree (Strelitzia nicolai) and rubber plant (Ficus elastica) can quickly collect a lot of dust, cutting down on their ability to take in light. You can easily rinse off small potted plants by bringing them into the shower and spraying the leaves with cool water (and giving them their monthly or bi-monthly watering while you’re at it). For large potted plants, use a damp cloth to wipe down the leaves.
Indoor citrus plants and lucky bamboo are two common exceptions to the rule and require consistent moisture during winter. While citrus plants need less water than they do in summer, winter is the fruiting period. Be careful not to let the soil dry out completely, which can lead to fruit drop. Lucky bamboo needs to be kept moist year-round and can be cultivated in jars of water instead of moist soil.
SeptemberMake over your mudroom. Get ready for a busy fall with a hardworking space that can handle all of the boots, scarves and bags you toss at it. Add hooks, baskets and bins, plus a tough rug to protect your floor.Host a harvest swap with friends and neighbors. Catch up while you trade zucchini for tomatoes and come away with a variety of delicious, hyper-local produce.Get cozy for fall with warm covers on the beds, a soft throw on the couch, good books to read and simple, natural decor like branches of fall leaves or a bowl full of apples.
January Clear clutter from your home this month, starting with the living room. Use a timer to stay focused, and clear clutter in short bursts.Set a resolution to let go of two things for every new item you bring into your home.Consolidate appointments, birthdays and to-dos on one master calendar (either paper or electronic), and toss the scraps.Find out the location and hours of a local organization that accepts household donations, an e-waste drop-off site and a hazardous materials (e.g., leftover paint and motor oil) collection point, and store the information in your phone. Check Earth911.com to find recycling facilities in your area.10 Reasons to Get Rid of More Clutter
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