Mary Daniels

Organizing expert Vicki Norris calls it the "Doorbell Dilemma." A friend or neighbor stops by without warning and your home is not exactly ready for company. You make your way...

WATCH IT: Prepare for an extraordinary journey into the vision and inspiration of craft artists across America via the three-part television series, "Craft in America," airing May 30 on PBS...

Pest activity in the Chicago area is geared to the weather and the temperature, says Ron Harrison, entomologist and director of training for Orkin Inc.'s Training Center. As soon as...

Not only does the arrival of spring bring with it hope for a new gardening season and another chance at the World Series, it also brings hope for home renovations....

"Think of 12 as the magic number," says Robert Zollweg, creative director of Libbey Inc., a leading tableware provider, whether you are just starting out to stock a home bar...

Because the term "flea market" is applied to a wide range of markets, finding the ones that sell the kinds of things you're looking for -- whether it's true antiques...

You have just three days to put out the welcome mat for Super Bowl viewing festivities. No problem. Huddle up: This is what we think are a host's priorities for...

Many of us have been there: Something breaks down in the house and we assume we are covered by our home warranty -- only to find out the fine print...

1. Julie DiOrio, designer. She may be only 24 years old, but this Columbia College Chicago grad is leaving her youthful, energetic style/stamp all over the local scene. As a...

There's nothing wrong with monogrammed French soaps or a programmable ice bucket that chills wine on demand in minutes. It's just that our minds are in a different place this...