21 essential tools for everyday home repair

Even if you don’t consider yourself handy around the house, if you have these everyday tools in your toolbox, you should be able to tackle most basic fixes and projects. Save... Read More

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Orchids: Care and feeding

By Julia Strzesieski

There are about 25,000 different species of orchids, making them one of the largest groups of flowering plants. They are native to many different areas of the world, and most are e... Read More

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A new year for gardening

By Julia Strzesieski

January is an excellent time of year to try your hand at gardening, which is both therapeutic and rewarding. A big yard is not necessary to enjoy a fruitful garden in the City. Con... Read More

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The back story on holiday traditions

By Julia Strzesieski

Many holiday traditions are taken for granted — they’ve been a part of our upbringing, and we carry on with them today because the season just wouldn’t be the sam... Read More

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Save money and energy by winterizing your home

By Julia Strzesieski

Clocks are turned one hour back on Sunday, Nov. 4 at 2 a.m. Though this means we gain a precious hour of sleep, it also means that it gets darker much earlier and cooler weather is... Read More

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New laws on the horizon

By Julia Strzesieski

Both the city of San Francisco and the state of California are often leaders in the environmental movement. Two new laws go into effect in October that will affect our everyday sho... Read More

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Barbecue year-round

By Julia Strzesieski

In the Bay Area, we often enjoy our warmest weather in September — the ideal time to host a backyard barbecue for friends and family, though our mild climate really allows us... Read More

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Create an allergy-free zone in your home

By Julia Strzesieski

The Springtime can be a nuisance to those who suffer from pollen allergies, but irritants in the home like mold, mildew, dust mites, and pet dander can trouble allergy sufferers ye... Read More

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Let’s get juicing!

By Julia Strzesieski

Juicing, or making your own fresh juices and smoothies at home, is the latest craze for health-conscious consumers. The U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recommends three to f... Read More

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See you at your local farmers’ market

By Julia Strzesieski

San Franciscans are fortunate to have an abundance of food grown or raised within a small radius of where we live. This also provides ample opportunities to incorporate these food ... Read More

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Only you can prevent carbon monoxide poisoning

By Julia Strzesieski

As of July 2011 all single-family homes that have a fossil fuel source or an attached garage must have a carbon monoxide (CO) detector. All other dwelling units, like apartment bui... Read More

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Trend watch: A brighter outlook this year

By Julia Strzesieski

During tough economic times, color trends in the world of fashion and home accessories tend to reflect the somber mood of the nation with neutral hues such as grays, blacks, and be... Read More

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Cast-iron cookware: It’s black, but it’s green!

By Julia Strzesieski

One of the most useful items in the kitchen is arguably the cast-iron skillet – the same type that your grandmother used. Or if you’re lucky, maybe you have your grandm... Read More

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