Stories from Houzz

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Feel-Good Home
The Anti-To-Do List: 10 Things You Don’t Need to Be Doing
By Laura Gaskill
Aren’t you busy enough? Give yourself a break and consider letting these tasks go
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Feel-Good Home
Chase Away the Winter Blues
By Becky Harris
Feel as if spring will never come? Try these 7 ideas to lift your mood
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Fun Houzz
28 Family Mottoes to Live By
By Mitchell Parker
A common refrain — whether quirky or serious — can help put things back into perspective
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The 10 Stages of DIY
By Kate Burt
You’re in the mood to transform that corner of your home that’s bothered you for months. Today’s the day! Or is it?
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Small Spaces
Empty Nesters: Some Upsides to Downsizing
By Joanna Tovia
Moving to a smaller home can come with unexpected challenges along with a bounty of benefits
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Organizing
What I Learned While Cleaning Out My Junk Drawers
By Kathleen McCleary
A homeowner finds some surprises on her journey to junk-free bliss
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9 Ways to Nail This Whole Family Dinner Thing
By Mitchell Parker
Make family dinners enjoyable with these tips from a ‘family dinner expert’ and Houzz users
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Feel-Good Home
Her Home Is Her Therapist
By Shelly Leer
When she remembers to change her perspective and have a little fun, her home helps her through winter’s low points
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Decluttering
10 Habits That May Be Messing Up Your House
By Joanna Simmons
Start your year right by busting these clutter-inducing habits and creating a tidier interior
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Feel-Good Home
6 Ways to Beat the Winter Blahs
By Alison Hodgson
Snow and dark days dampening your spirits? These ideas will have you looking on the bright side
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Feel-Good Home
How to Feel Good About Your Home This January
By Joanna Simmons
Spending lots of time at home? Make sure you enjoy it. These thoughtful ideas will keep the love for your abode alive
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