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The Idiot’s Guide To Costume Design & Dress Up

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Something to wear from Burning Man to Santacon.  More »

DIY Plumbing: Green Ways to Clean a Drain

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Stop putting it off. Susanna Donato offers eco-friendly tips for those irritating clogged drains.  More »

Don’t Paint in Socks: 10 Fun Ways to Save your Sanity During Budget Home Renovations

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Pulling your hair out over home renovations? Here are ten ways to preserve what's left of your sanity.  More »

Chicken Coops in Your Backyard

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Tired of paying for Organic eggs? Check out how chicken 'tractors' are spreading all over the country.  More »

A Budget Traveler’s Guide to Wedding Planning: 9 Useful Tips

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Sacrificing travel plans for a wedding ain't cool. Have your wedding cake and eat it too.  More »

A Beginner’s Guide to Cold-Brewed Iced Coffee

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Do you really want hot coffee in the summer? Ted Scott offers a cool alternative.   More »

Chemo For Cons: How To Revive Your Chuck Taylor All-Stars

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Open the tongues and imagine the fragrance from all of the smelly bar-nights disappearing into the atmosphere. If you’ve worn the to a concert or f  More »

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