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7 Easy Centerpieces

We took seven ordinary household items and turned them into affordable decorations fit for any table.

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8 Inexpensive Decorating Ideas

Check out these eight simple ways to decorate your home for the Christmas season.

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10 Instant Steps to a Greener Home

Use these quick and easy tips to help turn your home into an eco-friendly environment. » See Photos

The Healthiest Paint For You
Are the latest low- and no-VOC paints worth the slightly steeper price? We put seven to the test. » Read It
Your Best Tips for a Healthy Home
We asked for your healthy living tips, and you delivered. Here are our favorite 10 submissions from MyHomeIdeas readers. » See Photos
Where Gorgeous Meets Green: Our Eco Furniture Picks
No matter what your style, there are several eco-friendly furniture options for every room. So when shopping for the perfect piece of furniture, remember that green goes with everything. » See Photos
The Germiest Places in America
We call them the dirty dozen. It’s Health magazines laundry list of the germiest places you’re likely to encounter during an average day. » See Photos
Time for a New Oven?
If your oven is working overtime, now may be an ideal time to consider an upgrade. New technologies offer options for everyone -- and every budget. » See Photos
Easy Gift Wrapping
This season, get crafty (and cut costs) with beautifully ordinary packaging materials from around the house. » See Photos
Healthy Home Kitchen (on a Budget!)
Outfit your kitchen with products to make your home healthier and even help save a little money. » See Photos
A Modern, Healthy Home
The Sunset Idea House in San Francisco is filled with innovated "green" ideas. » Watch It
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Universal Design
Step inside the Cooking Light FitHouse, a stylish home that is comfortable for everyone, no matter their age, ability, or size. » Watch It
Comfy, Eco-Chic Rooms
Check out our favorite spaces from the 2008 Southern Living Idea House in Asheville, North Carolina, plus easy ways to go green. » See Photos
Southern Living Energy-Efficient Kitchen
See how the designer combines natural elements and energy efficiency. » Watch It
10 Instant Steps to a Greener Home
Use these quick and easy tips to help turn your home into an eco-friendly environment. » See Photos
Entertain With Ease
Green-up your next backyard cookout with 10 easy tips to reduce waste and increase charm. » See Photos
9 Eco-Fab Fabrics
When shopping for fabric, keep in mind the benefits of sustainable textiles. When made from renewable, organic, and non-toxic materials, you can rest assured your fabric is not only stylish but is also made fairly and safely. » See Photos