You might have spotted some of the retailer’s early seasonal sales, but Walmart saved a collection of the very best deals for Cyber Monday. Not only are there plenty of holiday-ready items for you to gift, like a Google Nest, a puffer vest, and a Ninja Air Fryer, but you can also refresh your most-used home items, like shopper-loved towels, cookware, and an Oral-B electric toothbrush. Because there are few shoppers who have time to explore Walmart’s complete Cyber Monday sale, we’re here to save you stress and make your shopping experience easier....

Make your front stoop or apartment hallway as clean and well-tended as possible: no dead flowers and threadbare mat. Give the door a good scrub or coat of paint if needed. Use house numbers that can be read from the street. If you’re having guests come at night, be sure there’s bright lighting so they can navigate the steps, read the house numbers, or find their way down the hallway....

How to Reheat Ham in the Oven Preheat oven to 325°F. Arrange slices in a single layer on a greased baking pan. Add a couple of tablespoons of broth or water and cover with foil. Bake for about 10 minutes or until heated through, turning slices once. How to Reheat Ham in the Microwave Arrange slices in a single layer on a plate. If the dish is deep enough, add 1 tablespoon of broth or water....

Make the most of the holidays by spreading magic throughout the entire living room. Don’t start and stop at the tree. Our collection of Christmas living room ideas has something for every style. Get inspired to create your own version of a holiday wonderland for the backdrop to this year’s treasured memories. 

These easy fall decor projects include wreaths, wall decor, pumpkins, fall centerpieces, and more, so you can add a festive touch to your spaces, both indoors and outdoors. Whether you copy each detail or use these fall crafts as inspiration for your next creation, these DIY fall decor ideas are guaranteed to bring comfort and joy to your home. 29 Easy Fall Centerpieces Starring Natural Elements Editor’s Tip: To create pressed leaves for fall crafts, place leaves between layers of newspapers and press under a stack of books....

1. Transitional Colors Transitional colors are another way to compromise when comes to bold cabinet colors. Transitional colors feature a balance of warm and cool undertones, and the balance allows them to pair well with many others. Plus, these classic colors won’t go out of style. For example, instead of choosing a cool blue paint for your cabinets, consider a blue that has both warm and cool undertones like Kentucky Haze by Benjamin Moore used on this butler’s pantry from Heather Scott Home & Design....

Learn how to build an industrial pipe shelving unit like the one in this kitchen. Entryway Floorboard Shelf If your entryway is too narrow for a table or bench, hang a DIY shelf instead. This one holds mail and artwork and serves as a place to drop keys and wallets as you walk in the door. A bracket shelf made from the home’s old floorboards added the perfect amount of storage space to hold a small basket for drop-zone clutter....

1. Not Testing Soil Soil can vary from one spot in your yard to another. If you haven’t done a soil test, you have no idea what kind of nutrients (or lack thereof) are in your soil. Without that information, you have no way of knowing what you may need to add to your soil in order for your plants to thrive. Soil can also change from one growing season to another, so it’s important to test your soil every year or two....

We tapped a few industry experts to determine the biggest storage needs in 2022 and how organizing strategies are shifting to keep up. These are the top storage and organizing trends expected to bring style and order to homes this year. 1. Style-Forward Storage Storage is no longer an afterthought as trends shift toward stylish solutions that serve as part of the decor. “In the past, these types of products were looked at as simple functional items and now will move towards trendy, fashionable, and color-appropriate,” Feldman says....

1. Macramé Light Fixtures Dress up a lightbulb cage ($6, The Home Depot) with macramé knots to fashion a pretty woven shade. You’ll tie alternating square knots around the bulb cage, adjusting the tightness of the knot as the shape of the pendant widens. For a cohesive look, finish by tying knots down the length of the cord with a contrasting yarn color. 2. Macramé Plant Hanger Elevate your plant collection with a glass terrarium and coordinating macramé hanging plant holder....

You can throw the ultimate grown-up backyard bash with the help of our easy food, drink, and decor ideas. Set up a casual poolside snack table and use decorative pillows as seating for a casual and sophisticated touch your guests will love. We’ve rounded up our best budget-friendly ideas so you can spend less time planning and more time in the pool. Sitting Pretty Make your guests feel right at home with a casual and cozy seating area....

Choose a Large Container All of these annuals grow well in containers. If you decide to go that route, make sure to choose a good-sized pot, since smaller containers dry out more easily. For an eye-catching container garden, mingle plants that require the same care but differ in color, height, and texture. Water Frequently Although these annuals can beat the heat, they also like to stay hydrated, so give them a drink every other day....

1. Oversized Statement Plants Delicate little succulents in elf-size pots are cute, but this is the year for great big plants that make a bold botanical statement. We’re talking 8-foot-tall potted palms, 6-foot-tall bird of paradise, and Ficus Audrey that can grow into towering indoor trees. The reason for the big plant binge? We’re a few years into the houseplant trend, and we’ve gotten more confident about our plant-care skills, says Greene, a plant doctor, consultant, and founder of Brooklyn-based plant care and styling business Greene Piece....

This level of comfort isn’t limited to luxury hotels, however. You can replicate the same soothing aura in your own bedroom without any travel or expensive booking charges. The trick is to layer a variety of plush elements, including bedding, pillows, and rugs, to make the space as cozy as possible. Fresh, inviting scents and the right bedroom furniture arrangement also contribute to a hotel-like feel. Although you’ll have to handle your own turn-down service, you can achieve the same feeling of a 5-star hotel right at home....

If you’re ready to dip into the green cleaning movement, try incorporating one or two of these sustainable swaps into your rotation. As you add more eco-friendly habits into your cleaning routine, notice the difference in your household waste, indoor air quality, and overall health of your home. Start with these simple strategies to see how easy it can be to go green with your cleaning routine. 1. Swap plastic bottles for glass....

1. Evaluate your needs. Your lifestyle can and should play a part in any small-deck design ideas. Before you start planning construction, think about how you currently use your outdoor space and how you’d like to use it. For example, if you regularly gather family and friends for meals, then you’ll want to maximize the deck area for seating as well as include a spot for a grill. But if you have a large lawn for playing and relaxing, a deck might serve a different purpose in your daily life, such as a spot to read the paper....

If you suspect that a child or pet has been poisoned by eating or touching a houseplant, call your doctor or veterinarian, go to an emergency room, or call the 24-hour National Capital Poison Center at 800-222-1222. Growing Conditions: Bright, indirect light to low light and allow soil to dry out to an inch below the surface between waterings. Size: Up to 5 feet tall Buy It: Costa Farms Dieffenbachia Plant ($40), The Home Depot) Growing Conditions: Bright to medium light and keep the soil consistently moist....