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Your plants are typically the most at-risk in the spring and summer—especially if you decide to move them outside or relocate them to a sunny window when they’re used to a lower-light spot. One of the best ways to change their location without harming them is to make the move gradually. That way, they have time to get used to more sun in small increments. How to Tell if Your Plants Are Sunburned Just like your skin, the leaves on your houseplants will change color if they soak up too much sun....

½ cup dairy sour cream ¼ cup finely chopped seeded yellow or red tomato 1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice ⅛ teaspoon seasoned salt

4 ounce cream cheese, softened 2 tablespoon butter, softened 2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon vanilla 3 cup powdered sugar

Vegetable Containers and Garden Materials Before you start planting, choose the containers you want to use. Both the type and size of container can affect the care your garden needs, so be sure to pick pots that will work for the space you have and the vegetables you want to grow. Type of Container Not sure what type of container to grow your vegetables in? Don’t fret. Typically, you’ll care more about this than your plants will....

You’ll need to rent several other items if you plan to stretch the carpeting. (With integral-pad carpeting, you can get by without all the rented gear.) Strip cutters make quick work of cutting tackless strip, which fits around the perimeter of a room.A staple hammer fastens padding to wood floors. (Use pad adhesive if the floor is concrete.)Join pieces of carpeting using seam tape and a seaming iron.A knee kicker and a power stretcher help you pull the carpeting taut....

See more farmhouse bathroom ideas. What You Need (2) 1x3 boards cut to 26 inches(2) 1x3 boards cut to 28 inches(2) 1x2 boards cut to 32-7/8 inches(2) 1x2 boards cut to 27-1/4 inchesCorner clampsSanding blockWood glueFinishing nailsNail gunStainPaintbrushDrop clothClean cloth4-6-inch L brackets and screwsMatte black spray paintDrillFrameless mirror, we used a 24x30Liquid nailsHanging bracket Step 1: Assemble Frame Sand 1x3 boards with a sanding block until surface is smooth and even....

You can also use flat, finishing pavers on top of the regular pavers for a sleek, professional look. Adhere them to the top row as you did on the rows below.

How to Make Noodles from Scratch For this demonstration, we’re using our homemade noodles recipe. The pasta recipe makes enough egg noodles for five servings, so multiply the measurements as needed to serve your group. 1. Gather the Noodle Ingredients To make the homemade noodle dough, grab your flour, salt, eggs, oil, and water. Yes, that’s all. 2. Mix the Dough In a large mixing bowl ($8, Bed Bath & Beyond) stir together flour and the salt....

This technique for how to make ice cream cake involves freezing three baked 9-inch cakes, then layering them with ice cream. You’ll get the perfect cake to ice cream ratio with every bite. Prepare for kids and adults alike to cheer when you bring out this dessert. How to Make Ice Cream Cake at Home Start with a boxed cake mix or see our from-scratch cake recipe tips below to make an ice cream cake that’s even more unforgettable....

How to Make 5-Ingredient Banana Bread in a Mug For the flour, you can use all-purpose or a gluten-free flour mix, which is what I used. The TikTok video also had a tip to use 2 Tbsp. of almond flour plus 1 Tbsp. tapioca starch for a gluten-free option. Ingredients 1 ripe banana 1 egg 1 Tbsp. milk or dairy-free milk alternative 1 tsp. oil 3 Tbsp. flour Dash of cinnamon (optional) Chocolate chips (optional)...

How to Make Pumpkin Bread Fall flavors such as cinnamon and nutmeg fill our Better Homes & Gardens pumpkin bread. That’s the recipe we’ll use for our step-by-step guide, but the tips can be applied to your favorite pumpkin bread recipe. Step 1: Prepare Baking Pan and Preheat Oven Start by preheating your oven to 350°F. Grease the bottom and sides of two 9x5-inch loaf pans or three 8x4-inch loaf pans ($11, Walmart); set aside....

“For the first time in months, we’re seeing a 30 to 50% price reduction for all types of lumber, including engineered (e.g., oriented strand board or CDX plywood) and dimensional (e.g. 2x4, 2x6, etc.) lumber,” says Michael DiMartino, senior vice president of installations at exterior remodeling company Power Home Remodeling. DiMartino says the material has been in high demand, with 1/2" plywood and 1/2" oriented strand board (OSB) out of stock at home improvement stores because of the newly reduced prices....

1. Be prepared. Before you go thrifting, explore the flea market’s website for a list of vendors and a map or chart that indicates vendors’ locations. Set a budget and create a list or gather images of items you want to buy. Snap a few pictures and jot down measurements of places in your home you want to fill with newly purchased pieces. Compiling this info beforehand allows you to plot a buying route that efficiently gets you to the booths you most want to visit while focusing your acquiring eye....

Editor’s Tip: If you’re painting an entire room, paint the ceiling first. That way you can cover paint splatters on walls later. How to Paint the Ceiling Once you’ve gathered everything that you need to start painting your ceiling, grab a helper and get started. Supplies Needed Large drop clothsLadderPainters tapePlastic or newspaperSpackling compoundPutty knifeSanding blockPrimer (optional)2- or 2-1/2-inch angled brushPaint9-inch roller brush Step-by-Step Directions Here’s the best way to paint your ceiling with tips from our experts....

With a stencil and some paint, you can add a striking pattern to your outdated tile and mimic the look of pricey encaustic or cement tiles. This project works best with square glazed ceramic or porcelain tiles, and proper prep work is key to a long-lasting finish. Follow these steps on how to paint and stencil tile floors for a bold new look in your kitchen, bathroom, or entryway....

According to HomeAdvisor, the typical price range is $822-$1,611 to install a new hot water heater. Depending on where you live and the tank you choose, the final price tag could be very different. Determine if your current water heater is outdated. If your current water heater is more than 10 years old but still kicking, you should start saving up for a replacement. The typical lifespan of a tank water heater is eight to 12 years, while a tankless heater usually lasts 15 to 18 years....

Varieties of Split Cup Daffodil Small Cup Daffodil Small-cup daffodils have all the same qualities of large-cup and trumpet daffodils, with the exception of the size of their cups. To be classified as a small-cup daffodil, the cup must be less than one-third the length of the petals. Most small-cup daffodils bear only one flower per stem. Blooms may be yellow, white, pink, or bicolor, and some are fragrant. Daffodils make good cut flowers....