More Ideas for Spring Projects

Spring is the perfect time to get chores done around the house, rooms cleaned and freshened, and everything ready for the new season. Find great resources here.

• Spring Cleaning
  • Spring Cleaning Faster and Better
    Resources on the net give great ideas, tips, and how-tos for fast cleaning.

  • Keeping Furniture Clean
    Professionals give advice on caring for a variety of furniture types, including upholstery, leather, and wood.

• Fresh Cottage Style Decorating
  • Interview with Rachel Ashwell
    The founder of Shabby Chic, Rachel Ashwell, talks about decorating trends, colors, children's rooms, and of course, Shabby Chic style.

  • Decorate for a Shabby Chic Look
    Learn how to incorporate the elements of Shabby Chic style into your home.

  • Links on Cottage Style
    There are lots of resources on the net to help add the romantic and pretty touches of Cottage style decorating.

• Enjoy Spring With Guests
  • Put Together a Perfect Guest Room
    Springtime brings travel and visitors. If you're expecting houseguests, read our tips to make your guestroom special, comfortable, and beautiful.

  • Tips for Entertaining House Guests
    Find some ways to stay cool, calm, and collected with a house full of guests.

  • How to Make Your Guests Feel Really Welcome (and Comfortable)
    A comfortable bed, good chair, and a lamp for reading are a good start for a comfortable guest room. See what else to add for a perfect one.

• Repaint and Refresh
  • A Basic Tool Kit
    Get organized for household projects by putting together a basic tool kit. Here's our list of the items to include.

  • Painting Tips
    Browse these tips to make your next paint job easier.

  • Painting Index
    Links, tutorials, how-tos, advice, information, and inspiration.

  • How to Choose the Right Color Paint
    So many paint chips, so little time!