Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Small homes/counter choices/tree tips

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Libertyville's 'not so big house'
Libertyville's 'not so big house'

Sarah Susanka is known for designing houses that are smaller and more livable. Now one of the architect's "not so big" homes in Libertyville is open for weekend tours.

Hanging wallpaper: Preparation is prime factor Wallpaper's prime factor

After painting the ceiling, patching the walls and caulking the woodwork, there's still more to do.
What's lurking under your remodel? What lurks beneath

Open a wall and straightforward jobs become more complicated.
Counter installer adds the finishing touch Counter intelligence

The countertop guy is one of the last contractors on a construction site, but you'll need to make some decisions in advance.
Odd spaces a window to the past New uses for odd spaces

Homeowners redeploy bomb shelters, smokehouses and outhouses.
Glorious gardens to grow in glass Gardens under glass

Terrariums take minutes to make and bring smiles as gifts.
Seed Savers founders cultivated a dream Cultivating a dream

Diane Ott Whealy's memoir tracks the growth of Seed Savers Exchange.
Decorating the natural way Decorating the natural way

It takes less than 30 minutes and less than $20 to make a professional looking holiday arrangement.
Modular houses go upscale with custom features and affordable prices Modular houses go upscale

Homes built as boxes in factories can head off construction or weather delays.
Tree vs. tree: Which way to deck the evergreen? Tree vs. tree

Shiny happy perfection or homespun charm? Decide which way to deck the evergreen.
Choosing a Christmas tree: Beyond the old saws Fresh cut for Christmas

A trip to the tree farm isn't always a Norman Rockwell experience. Morton Arboretum arborists share their tips.

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