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10 Cute Valentine's Day Gift Ideas for Your Boyfriend Show how much you love him with these cute Valentine's Day gift ideas for your one and only, super special boyfriend.

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10 Easy Homemade Valentines Forget store-bought, ultra predictable greetings! With these homemade valentines you're sure to be unique, romantic and unforgettable.

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10 Unique Valentine Craft Ideas Give a gift from the heart with these 10 unique Valentine craft ideas they you will see nowhere else.

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63 Home Decorating Ideas and Projects Whatever your taste, budget or needs, with 63 home decorating ideas and projects to choose from you're sure to find your inspiration here.

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Cheap and Easy Home Decorating with Paint: 22 Colorful Ideas! 22 colorful ideas for solving your decorating woes with a little paint. Discover home decorating solutions from floors to ceili...

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30 Important Dog Health Articles Find answers to 30 dog health questions common to all dog breeds. Learn about dog diseases, parasites, how to stop obsessive paw licking, the best food for your dog, h...

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80 Home Improvement Projects for Women Women everywhere are learning to fix their homes themselves. Get in on the action with these 80 home improvement projects for women--from a stubborn woman who couldn't...

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A Dozen Best Romantic Comedies with Wit, Charm, Intellect The best romantic comedies are rare and wonderful to watch, and each romantic comedy in this list offers something unique to it...

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10 Most Influential Classic Novels of Our Time The most influential classic novels of our time each initiated a trend that changed the literary scene, oftentimes starting a whole new genre and always affecting our...

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  Front Door Privacy Ideas

  1/23/2012

  The window in the middle of your door is beautiful, but what about a little privacy? The following ideas will give you the best of both worlds--privacy and light.
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  Budget Valentine’s Day Gift Wrapping Ideas

  1/13/2012

  This Valentine's Day, make your gift wrapping as unique as your love.
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  Turning Old Calendars into Home Decor

  1/6/2012

  Recycle your old calendar into charming art for decorating your home or office.
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  Cheap Home Alarm Ideas

  1/6/2012

  It's easy to install a cheap home alarm system that will alert you to intruders and protect your home while you're out.
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  Budget Home Improvement for 2012

  1/4/2012

  Organize and jazz up your home with these simple ideas, to make 2012 a better year.
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  Budget Decorating Ideas for 2012

  1/4/2012

  Just a few changes can give your living space a new, fresh look for the new year.
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  12 Unique Christmas Tree Decorating Ideas

  11/21/2011

  Break the mold this year with unique Christmas tree themes that tell a charming holiday story.
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  Cozy Holiday Decorating Ideas

  11/11/2011

  Wrap yourself in holiday decorations that add a touch of cozy comfort to your celebrations.
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  11 Budget Thanksgiving Decorating Ideas

  11/9/2011

  With a little imagination and very little cash, you can decorate your whole home for Thanksgiving.
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  Post-Halloween Decorating Ideas

  11/1/2011

  Halloween might be over, but the holiday season is just around the corner. Discover fun ways to decorate your home post-Halloween.
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  How to Make a Large Family Calendar

  10/14/2011

  Don't settle for a small store-bought calendar. Instead, make a large family calendar in a frame or on a large mirror. You'll have enough room to accommodate everyone's appointments.
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  9 Budget Halloween Decorating Ideas

  10/14/2011

  Discover the scariest, cheapest, best ways to decorate this Halloween!
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  Creating a Family Calendar

  10/6/2011

  Follow these tips to create a practical but fun family calendar, where everything has a place and nothing gets missed.
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  Manage Holiday Clutter with These Steps

  10/5/2011

  Four simple ways to stop the stress before it starts this holiday season.
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  5 Things You Can Organize in One Hour or Less

  10/5/2011

  Using ideas that save me money and time, I organized my family's closets, kitchen cabinets, shoes, toys and school supplies.
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  Painting Chevron Stripes on Walls or Furniture

  10/3/2011

  Learn how to use the grid technique to paint chevron stripes on any surface.
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  Fresh Paint Colors for Your Laundry Room

  10/3/2011

  Give your laundry room the freshness of a clean shirt with a chic paint makeover.
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  Sophisticated Color Combos for a Child's Room

  10/3/2011

  Paint your kid's room in enduring, sophisticated color combos that will last from infancy through adolescence.
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  Fresh Apple Decorating Ideas for Autumn

  9/29/2011

  Discover 7 fresh ways to bring the autumn colors home with apples.
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  9 Unique Halloween Decorating Ideas

  9/27/2011

  From Halloween lanterns to ghostly pumpkins, here are 9 ways to give a unique flare to your Halloween decorations.
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  6 Thrifty Garage Organizing Ideas

  9/9/2011

  Make your own simple garage organizers using cheap home improvement supplies.
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  7 Ways to Cut Home Remolding Costs

  9/2/2011

  Whether you're doing the job yourself or bringing in a professional, you can cut your home remodeling costs without giving up on beauty or quality.
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  End-of-Summer Home Maintenance Checklist

  8/17/2011

  After a sweltering summer, take these home maintenance steps to prepare your home for winter.
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  8 Thrifty Home Decorating Ideas

  8/9/2011

  Take cheap home decorating up a notch, by shopping for supplies at dollar stores, second hand stores, garage sales and sale racks.
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  How to Repair a Clogged Garbage Disposal

  8/8/2011

  Easy step by step guide for unclogging your garbage disposal yourself.
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  8 Tips for a Clutter-Free Kitchen

  8/2/2011

  From homework to pet supplies, here's what my family and I do to keep our kitchen clutter-free and functional.
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  6 Easy Ways to Organize Your Email

  8/2/2011

  To keep my email box organized, I use a simple alphabetical filing technique combined with efficient email practices.
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  Outdoor Shade Ideas for Your Garden, Deck, Patio and Porch

  7/28/2011

  Discover bright new ideas for bringing shade to your outdoor spaces.
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  Cool Bedroom Decorating Ideas for Hot Summers

  7/28/2011

  Turn your bedroom into a cool retreat this summer, and never toss and turn on hot nights again.
• 8 Ways a U.S. Credit Downgrade Could Hurt My Finances

  7/27/2011

  8 ways the U.S. credit downgrade will affect my personal finances.
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  U.S. Debt Ceiling and its Impact on Small Businesses

  7/22/2011

  With a potential downgrade in U.S. AAA credit rating, how will small businesses be affected by the debt ceiling crisis?
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  Marzetti Blue Cheese and Wine Burgers

  7/20/2011

  For a healthy alternative to condiments at our summer barbecues, I whisk together a Marzetti blue cheese and wine sauce that tastes home-made and irresistible.
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  Eating Healthy with Marzetti Simply Dressed Salad Dressing

  7/20/2011

  With no MSG or trans fats, Marzetti all natural dressings have become my favorite accompaniment to fresh fruit, salads and sandwiches.
• Earning a Living or Pursuing Your Dreams?

  7/8/2011

  Though it often seems like an either-or-proposition, here's my personal experience with people who earn a living while pursuing their dreams.
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  Staying Beautiful on a Budget

  7/8/2011

  As a former beauty pageant winner, I stay beautiful well into my forties with these budget beauty tips.
• Homemade Cleaning Products that Save Me Money

  7/8/2011

  My favorite homemade cleaning products are bio-degradable, fume-free and 90% cheaper than store-bought versions.
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  Adding Excitement to Our Life for Next to Nothing

  6/23/2011

  Hope, romance and an occasional adrenaline rush -- that's how our family keeps life exciting on the cheap.
• Is Glenn Beck an Anti-Semite? No, Says an American Israeli

  6/21/2011

  Contrary to a recent Washington Post column, Glenn Beck has proved himself one of the greatest defenders of Israel in the American media.
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  11 Fun Fourth of July Party Decorating Ideas

  6/17/2011

  Have fun making your own Fourth of July party decorations, and save money, too.
• First Person: How We Raise Emergency Cash

  6/17/2011

  Life has thrown us different financial curves over the years, and here's how we raised the emergency cash we needed to cope with them.
• No Family Feuds Over My Grandmother's Inheritance

  6/16/2011

  Consulting with her loved ones, my grandmother took the trouble to draw a fair Will that reflects her wishes and sense of fairness.
• How I Found a Better Job

  6/16/2011

  When my self-esteem hit an all-time low, I put on a happy face and interviewed with enthusiasm and flare, which got me the better job I was hoping for.
• First Person: Coping With Over $3,500 in Vet Bills

  6/15/2011

  When our four rescue dogs became ill one after the other, our vet bills kept rising. Here are the financial steps we took to pay them.
• Saving Money on All My Online Shopping

  6/13/2011

  As a smart shopper, I take careful steps to get the best deal on every purchase I make. Here's what experience taught.
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  Turn a New Leaf on Old Furniture

  6/10/2011

  Don't throw them away! Breath new life into your dying furniture with these bright ideas.
• Keeping Up Appearances After Your Income is Slashed

  6/9/2011

  It's not merely a question of vanity. Looking successful is important for continued business success. Here's how I kept up appearances between jobs.
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  Decorating Ideas for a Mission Style Dining Room

  6/9/2011

  Create a mission style dining room filled with elegance, symmetry and natural beauty.
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  Ways Our Family Saves on Groceries

  6/9/2011

  Being smart about how we shop and how we organize our food at home has helped us cut waste from our grocery bill.
• A $200 Birthday Celebration for Just $50

  6/8/2011

  Using credit card rewards, coupons and daily-deal offers, we stretched our $50 budget to new heights and celebrated a birthday worth $200.
• The Latest Online Marketing Trends for Small Business

  6/3/2011

  As consumers are turning to free online information, new vistas of free marketing opportunities are opening for small businesses.
• First Person: What the Weakening Dollar Means to Our Family

  6/3/2011

  Though our salary remains fixed, our dollars buy less each month. Here's how the weakening dollar affects our family, and what we're doing about it.
• Is All-You-Can-Eat More Than Your Business Can Swallow?

  6/2/2011

  All-you-can-eat business models exist outside of restaurants as well, but in all cases the problem of over-consumption is a deterrent. Here's a look at all-you-can-eat ramifications.
• Getting Employees to Quit when You Want to Fire Them

  6/2/2011

  To avoid costly severance packages, the possibility of wrongful termination actions or an increase in unemployment insurance premiums, it is better to get a bad employee to quit than to have to fire him.
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  Saturday Brunch with Marzetti Caesar and Butter Cheese Toasts

  6/2/2011

  Discovering a Caesar salad dressing that tastes of fresh lemon, garlic and pepper, I decided to make gourmet cheese toasts with it. Here's my recipe for Marzetti Caesar and butter cheese toasts.
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  Our $6,000 Vacation Upgrade for Free

  6/1/2011

  What started as a vacation disaster in a tiny hotel room ended with a free luxury suite upgrade for three nights stay.
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  Helping Elderly Relatives for Big Inheritance Payoffs

  5/27/2011

  Is helping elderly relatives for money necessarily a bad thing? Here's what I've seen over the years.
• Advantages of Being a Woman in a Male Dominant Workplace

  5/26/2011

  Both as a small business owner and employee in corporate America, I learned to take advantage of being a women and turn the tables on statistics that show how women are discriminated against.
• 10 Ways to Curb Your Spending Habits

  5/26/2011

  10 simple tips that cured my easy spending habits.
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  Father's Day Memories of the Great Piggy Bank Robbery

  5/26/2011

  My father was a great man who died when I was sixteen. With fondest memories I look back on my great piggy bank robbery and the financial lessons my father taught me and my siblings that day.
• 8 Ways I Save on European Vacations

  5/25/2011

  From open-jaw flights to picnicking in the open or taking the language barrier into account, here are the things that save me money on my European vacations.
• 5 Reasons We Spend Money when We Shouldn't

  5/25/2011

  A scientific glimpse into why we spend money against our better judgment.
• Build a Wilderness Survival Kit for $27

  5/24/2011

  Tips from a search and rescue volunteer for saving money on building a good wilderness survival kit.
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  The Cost of Owning a Family Dog

  5/18/2011

  As the owner of four rescue dogs, I took a look at the cost of owning a family dog, from my initial investment to annual keep and special care.
• Copyright Protection for Your Small Online Business

  5/13/2011

  If you're tired of seeing your work stolen by others, take a look at copyright protection and what it can mean for your small online business.
• 5 Facebook Features for Promoting Your Small Business

  5/13/2011

  Here are 5 ways you can use Facebook to spread the word about your business at no cost to you.
• Top 5 Paint Colors for Spring

  5/12/2011

  Discover 5 dream rooms painted and decorated in pairs of enchanting spring colors.
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  How Do You Keep Dust Off the DVD Player?

  5/9/2011

  Use anti-static cleaners, and your DVD player will remain dust free.
• SEO Basics for Small Business

  5/9/2011

  A quick guide to SEO and finding strong keywords for your online business needs.
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  Summer Stay-Clean Bathroom Tips

  5/9/2011

  Use these wonderful products to keep your bathroom clean with little effort all summer long.
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  Makeover Ideas for a Boring Wall

  5/9/2011

  Painting a boring wall into an accent wall is one way of solving the problem. Here are a few more interesting makeover ideas for a boring wall.
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  Home Decorating with Your Own Photography

  5/9/2011

  We all take stunning pictures with our cameras, so why not decorate our homes with them?
• 15 Money Tips for Starting Out in Life

  5/6/2011

  Start your financial journey on the right foot by ignoring common fallacies and staring reality hard in the face.
• 8 Places I Shop for Clothes when Money is Tight

  5/6/2011

  Staying chic on a budget has become a way of life for me and my family. Here's how we do it.
• First Person: 7 Budget Wedding Gown Venues

  5/6/2011

  The dream wedding dress doesn't have to be a nightmare to pay for. Here are the 7 budget wedding gown venues my friend and I considered when looking for the perfect bridal gown.
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  $330 Summer Decorating Makeover in a Day

  5/4/2011

  Turning an attic into a writer's retreat in one summer's day--all on a $330 budget.
• Hiring Your First Employees

  5/4/2011

  A guide to hiring your first employees for a small business.
• First Person: The Financial Advantages of Pre-Paid Legal Plans

  5/2/2011

  My family's pre-paid legal plan saved us money in ways I never imagined.
• 5 Hiring Moves for Securing Top Applicants

  4/29/2011

  The best employees will often forgo higher salaries for a better work environment, work hours tailored to their needs, customized vacation days and other benefit changes that a hiring manager can make to secure top applicants.
• Home Business Tax Basics for Beginners

  4/28/2011

  Preparing my home business taxes for the first time this year, I learned a great deal under the guidance of my accountant.
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  Amazing Home Decorating Ideas with Paint

  4/28/2011

  Discover amazing ways to use paint in your home decor.
• First Person: 8 Budget Wedding Ring Options That Work

  4/26/2011

  Looking for the perfect wedding ring on a small budget may seem like a mission impossible, but it isn't.
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  Stunning Decorating Ideas for Turning Drab to Fab

  4/21/2011

  Of all the decorating ideas I've used in my homes (and the homes of friends and family), these are my absolute favorites.
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  Island Bedroom Decorating Ideas

  4/21/2011

  Create an island resort bedroom and feel as if you're going on vacation every night.
• Guest Bedroom Decorating Ideas for Dual Use

  4/21/2011

  Most of us use our guest rooms for another purpose when guests are away. So how can we decorate a bedroom to serve two masters? Here's what I discovered in my trip to Spain.
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  Home Theater Decorations that Only Look Expensive

  4/20/2011

  From wall blanket mounts to a faux brick wall or easy-to-make fabric art, home theater decorations don't have to cost a fortune to look as if they did.
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  Atlas Shrugged Movie, Part I, Could Change the World

  4/19/2011

  If you've wondered about the novel and never got a chance to read it, Atlas Shrugged the Movie, Part I, will invite you into the heart of its mystery.
• First Person: The 7 Debt Consolidation Options I Considered

  4/13/2011

  There are many ways to consolidate debt, and some can lead you to a fate worse than bankruptcy.
• First Person: 6 Tricks for Lowering Your Interest Rates

  4/11/2011

  Beyond the usual advice for lowering interest rates, there are tricks that tweak the system in your favor.
• First Person: Raising Funds for My Tax Bill

  4/11/2011

  Many married, self-employed women pay taxes at a higher tax bracket than they otherwise would because of filing jointly with their husbands. When my tax bill is higher than expected, I fall back on these tax day payment solutions.
• First Person: The 5 Things the Credit Card Companies Don't Want You to Know

  4/7/2011

  Why are credit card debts the hardest to shake but easiest to fall prey to? Here are the 5 answers that credit card companies sweep beneath a carpet of small print.
• First Person: Should Small Businesses Accept Credit Cards?

  4/7/2011

  Though most consumers prefer to shop with credit and debit cards, the fees associated with these transactions can hurt some small businesses, as I discovered with my small startup.
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  Best Buys for Easy Repairs Around the House

  4/6/2011

  Buying home repair tools on the fly can actually cost you more money and clutter your tool box unnecessarily. Instead, consider buying the best tool kits that come with everything you need.
• Skip College, Get Rich Faster?

  4/5/2011

  Does a college diploma necessarily equate to higher-paying jobs? Research studies and statistics offer two compelling answers.
• First Person: My Quick Credit Score Fixes

  4/4/2011

  To get offered better loans and lower interest rates, consider these tips for quickly fixing your credit score.
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  Simple Easter Home Decorating Ideas

  4/4/2011

  Free up time for sunshine and games with these simple Easter home decorating ideas you'll find no where else.

  Also published on:

  • Yahoo! US Your Wisdom
  • Yahoo! US Shine Blog
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  Ways to Use Curtains on Much More Than Windows

  4/4/2011

  Curtains are not just for windows! Discover how to use curtains in all sorts of ways that will give your home a brand new look.

  Also published on:

  • Yahoo! US Your Wisdom
  • Yahoo! US Shine Blog
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  Ways to Transform Your Home With Exotic Fabrics

  4/4/2011

  With little effort and even less money, you can add a splash of style to your existing home decor by using exotic fabrics in unique ways.

  Also published on:

  • Yahoo! US Your Wisdom
  • Yahoo! US Shine Blog
• First Person: How I Make the Most of My Free Annual Credit Report

  4/1/2011

  You may be financially responsible, but does your credit report reflect that? Keeping an eye on your credit will keep your personal and business finances on an even keel.
• Raise Your Lifestyle, Lower Your Expenses

  3/31/2011

  Looking for ways to save money, I discovered new ways to fall in love with my old home and everything it had to offer.
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  Spring Patio Makeover Ideas

  3/29/2011

  When the sun comes out after the long winter, I roll up my sleeves and give my patio a spring makeover that turns it into an enchanted garden.
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  Ways to Transform Your Bedroom on a Budget

  3/29/2011

  My bedroom looked like a long white box before I started, but now its transformation is complete. I love my bedroom, and I can hardly believe how little it cost to make it this beautiful.
• First Person: 6 Tips for Landing Your Dream Job

  3/28/2011

  Maximize your chances of being in the right place at the right time--and get hired for your dream job.
• First Person: What I Learned By Filing a Tax Return for My Home Business

  3/25/2011

  Simply working from home doesn't mean you can deduct its expenses from your IRS tax return. Here are the tips I followed to file my home business tax return.
• First Person: Should I Refinance My Mortgage?

  3/25/2011

  Deciding whether to refinance your home can be confusing. Here are the answers that will help you make the right decision for your personal finances.
• Free Business Marketing that Works

  3/25/2011

  Discover how to use free business marketing to establish the reputation of your business and create a strong customer base.
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  First Person: Loan Fine-Print to Watch Out For

  3/18/2011

  There's more to a good loan than a low interest rate. Check out the fine-print of lending.
• First Person: Apartment Rental Tips for Young Adults

  3/18/2011

  What young adults should look for in a rental lease and what they should avoid,
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  First Person: How I Juggled Multiple Credit Cards (Without Losing My Shirt)

  3/17/2011

  After years of juggling debts, I developed financial tools that helped me manage multiple credit cards, avoid missing payments and late fees, and set me on the road to paying off higher interest cards first.
• Sell Your Car & Get Around Just Fine: Shaia's Story

  3/16/2011

  Your car payment, insurance and fuel costs aren't necessarily necessary--or so my friend, Shaia, proved.
• Money Tips for Teens in the Real World

  3/14/2011

  From identity theft to debit cards, here are the money tips I used as a teen.
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  Want to Save Wildlife in Distress? Here's What You Should & Shouldn't Do!

  3/11/2011

  Hiking in the wilderness you might come across a bird that fell from its nest or baby animals that seem abandoned. Maybe you'll find a wounded bird or a limping mammal. Here's what you should and shouldn't do to save wildlife in need of help.
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  5 Best Pet Birds for a Family with Children

  3/11/2011

  Pet birds who are hand raised and fed make wonderful playmates for children. Here's how to choose the best pet bird for your child's age.
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  5 Super Smart Dog Breeds: Both Large & Little

  3/11/2011

  Considered the smartest dogs in the world, these brain boxes come in an assortment of sizes.
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  First Person: Smart Moves for a Lower Car Payment

  3/11/2011

  If you can't afford your car payment anymore, take these smart steps today to save your credit and avoid repossession.
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  Jazz Up Cheap Frames to Match Art Prints & Posters

  3/10/2011

  Use this simple painting technique to jazz up the frames on your art posters and prints.
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  Create Framed Fabric Art

  3/9/2011

  Create framed fabric art in three easy steps; then decorate your console tables or walls with unique creations of your own making.
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  7 Ways to Decorate Your Garden for Easter

  3/9/2011

  Spread a little holiday mischief with these spunky garden decorating ideas for Easter.
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  Flexibly Easy Easter Basket Craft

  3/9/2011

  This flexibly easy Easter basket craft can be made from scratch or store-bought time savers. It's entirely up to you and the results are sure to be charming either way.
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  5 Half-Homemade Easter Gift Ideas

  3/8/2011

  Half-homemade gift ideas save you time and money while keeping your Easter gifts fully personalized--not to mention edible.
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  Easy-to-Make Hanging Easter Egg Ornaments

  3/8/2011

  Brighten up your Easter at home or in the office with these easy-to-make hanging Easter egg ornaments that are cheap to make.
• 7 Careers Expected to Boom This Decade

  3/7/2011

  In today's uncertain economy, it's important for young adults and first year college students to pick a career field that's expected to boom in the coming decade.
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  5 Eye-Opening Facts About Loans and Financing

  3/4/2011

  Open your eyes to the true cost of financing by understanding how banks lend you money.
• 5 Lifelines for People Drowning in Debt

  2/28/2011

  If your debts are mounting and you can't see a way out, it's time to grab one of these lifelines for people drowning in debt.
• Is Now the Time to Buy Gold or Silver Bullion?

  2/25/2011

  With economic uncertainty and talk of inflation, investments in metals keep growing. But is now the time to buy silver or gold? The facts tell an interesting story.
• 7 Car Buying Tips for Young First-Time Buyers

  2/25/2011

  No first time buyer signs the dotted line without first taking the car for a spin. Ironically, this test-drive is the least important step in making a smart buying decision.
• Equities Vs. Commodities: Investment Tips for Today's Market

  2/24/2011

  In today's market, certain commodities out-perform equities, a pattern that keeps growing as anticipation of inflation increases. Here are the investment tips I followed over the last three years to out-perform the market.
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  How to Convince Your Parents to Quit Smoking

  2/22/2011

  A complete guide to help you convince your parents to quit smoking.
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  Chef Jet's Picks for 5 Best Thai Restaurants in Los Angeles

  2/19/2011

  5 Best Thai restaurants in Los Angeles, California--recommended by celebrity chef, Jet Tila.
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  Create Hand Painted Wine Glasses

  2/18/2011

  See how easily you can paint wine decorations on your plain wine glasses.
• What the "Foot in the Door Technique" Can Do for Your Personal Finances

  2/17/2011

  Bad spending habits are hard to break, but the Foot in the Door Technique will make it easier for you and your family.
• Your Personal Finances and "The Broken Window" Theory

  2/17/2011

  Every financial decision you make opens a window to one thing but shuts out a thousand other options. So ask yourself--Are you breaking windows in your life?
• Your Financial Investments and the "Sunk Cost Fallacy"

  2/17/2011

  Sticking to a bad investment just because you've already invested so much can lead to financial ruin.
• What Makes a Successful Entrepreneur?

  2/16/2011

  Successful entrepreneurs all share common thinking patterns that can be identified and polished in young adults.
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  Breezy Home Decorating with Sheer Curtains

  2/15/2011

  Let the sun shine in with breezy sheer curtains you can make yourself.
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  Unique Home Decorating with Frames

  2/15/2011

  Decorate your home with elegant empty frames and display beautiful objects inside them.
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  How to Choose the Best Pet Insurance

  2/14/2011

  Many pet insurance plans look good--until you read the fine print.
• 10 Things Women Can Do to Stretch the Family Income

  2/14/2011

  A look at how money-saving translates to more income.
• Entrepreneurial Ways to Make Money in High School

  2/14/2011

  Think outside the box and making money through high school will become more educational and more fun.
• How I Got Out of Debt Without Killing My Lifestyle

  2/14/2011

  The personal finance tips I used to get out of debt without giving up on the things I loved.
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  Easy to Knit Scarf with Pockets

  2/14/2011

  On cold days without a jacket, you'll love your easy to knit pocket scarf.
• Money Management Tips for Young Adults

  2/14/2011

  Money management advice for young adults from a former small business owner.
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  Turn Glass Lampshades into Elegant Fruit Bowls

  2/14/2011

  It's an upside down idea for using glass lampshades from burnt out lamps.
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  Easy to Build Garage Storage Unit

  2/11/2011

  Simple woodworking project for organizing your garage on a budget.
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  Baytril Side Effects and Cat Blindness

  2/11/2011

  The new drug, Baytril, may cause blindness in cats. Find out how can a pet owner protect his feline friend.
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  Cat Houses Help Small Dogs Feel Safe

  2/11/2011

  A cat house can help with potty training and separation anxiety in small dogs.
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  10 Most Famous Couples in History

  2/9/2011

  Discover famous couples whose love has left footprints in the sands of time.
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  10 Most Expensive Paintings Ever Sold

  2/9/2011

  Astonishing the art world, these paintings sold for the price of kingdoms.
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  10 Funny Bunny Easter Crafts for Kids

  2/9/2011

  The cutest, easiest funny bunny crafts for kids on the web.
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  10 Tips for Modern, Small Bathroom Decorating

  2/8/2011

  Discover unique ways to decorate a small bathroom in modern chic.
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  Decorating a Game Room with 10 Functional Tips

  2/8/2011

  Make the most of your budget and space by decorating your game room with these 10 functional tips.
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  10 Do-It-Yourself Wall Decorations

  2/7/2011

  Give your walls a personality with these 10 do-it-yourself wall decorations.
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  6 Unique Mishloach Manot Ideas

  2/7/2011

  From pirate chests to elegant Star-of-David bouquets, these unique mishloach manot ideas will make your Purim a holiday to remember.
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  Celebrating Purim Where Halloween is King

  2/7/2011

  Make celebrating Purim just as fun as Halloween with these wonderful Purim ideas.
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  10 Brain Supplements that Make You Smarter

  2/5/2011

  Keep your brain at peak performance with 10 supplements that increase memory, concentration and cognitive functions.
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  10 Tips to Pairing Food and Wine

  2/5/2011

  Wondering what type of wine goes with what type of food? Follow these recommendations for pairing the right wine with your dish.
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  Purim Holiday Traditions

  2/3/2011

  The Jewish holiday of Purim is all about merriment and generosity, and Purim holiday traditions bring these virtues to life with costumes, noisy toys, a dramatic holiday story, and deliciously revolting cookies.
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  10 Places to Find Purim Games, Activities, Crafts for Kids and Purim Jokes

  2/3/2011

  The Jewish holiday of Purim is a favorite with children. So turn on the fun with these 10 places to find Purim games, activities, homemade costume ideas, kids crafts and--best of all--Purim jokes!
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  How to Make Purim Costumes from the Story of Purim

  2/3/2011

  With these simple instructions you can make Purim costumes from the story of Purim: Vasti and Esther for girls, or Haman and Mordecai for boys.
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  10 Tips for Curing Migraines Permanently

  2/3/2011

  Think of your migraine as a demon standing at the bottom of a staircase. Keep the demon from climbing up to your pain threshold and you'll never have a migraine again. That's the logic behind the following 10 tips for curing migraines permanently.
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  Purim Story: The Tale Behind the Jewish Halloween

  2/2/2011

  The Purim Story, which lies at the heart of the Jewish holiday of costume-wearing, tells the tale of a noble beauty who softened the heart of a foolish King and saved her people from destruction by the evil vizier.
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  Guide to 15 Types of Flour

  2/2/2011

  A guide to 15 types of flour most commonly used in baking and cooking.
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  MRI Brain Scan: What it Feels Like

  2/2/2011

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  10 Beauty Tips I Learned as a Beauty Pageant Contestant

  2/2/2011

  The beauty tips I learned as a beauty pageant contestant always surprise people. They expect some magic that turns an ordinary woman into a beauty queen, but it's nothing like that. Real beauty tips are about making the most of your natural beauty.
• First Person: Meet My Tax Doppelganger

  2/2/2011

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  10 Unique Valentine Craft Ideas

  2/2/2011

  Give a gift from the heart with these 10 unique Valentine craft ideas they you will see nowhere else.
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  10 Lovable Valentine Crafts for Kids

  2/2/2011

  10 lovable Valentine crafts for boys and girls.
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  10 Famous Love Poems Recorded for Lovers Everywhere

  2/2/2011

  For every sort of love you'll find a famous love poem here, recorded for lovers everywhere.
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  How to Substitute Cake Flour

  1/31/2011

  If you substitute cake flour with all-purpose flour, self rising cake flour, or bread flour, your recipe will come out all wrong. Here's how you can safely substitute cake flour with all-purpose flour, corn starch and a sifter.
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  Make Homemade Cards from Old Art Calendars

  1/27/2011

  Turn old, useless calendars into stunning homemade cards for birthdays, holidays, special occasions.
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  10 Things I Did to Make My Home Beautiful

  1/27/2011

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  10 Easy Homemade Valentines

  1/27/2011

  Forget store-bought, ultra predictable greetings! With these homemade valentines you're sure to be unique, romantic and unforgettable.
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  10 Last Minute Valentine's Day Gift Ideas

  1/27/2011

  What can you get on the way to your valentine? Don't panic! Here are 10 last minute Valentine's Day gift ideas you can find at the supermarket, pharmacy, craft store, party store or gas station.
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  3 Exotic Bedroom Decorating Styles: Moroccan, Asian, Victorian

  1/25/2011

  Turn your bedroom into an exotic oasis of relaxation.
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  10 Truly Romantic Valentine's Day Gift Ideas for Your Girlfriend

  1/24/2011

  Leave the flowers and candy for people with no imagination and try these truly romantic Valentine's Day gift ideas for your girlfriend that bring to life fairytales, puns and clever puzzles.
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  5 Homemade Greeting Cards with Envelopes

  1/24/2011

  Create glitter ribbon cards with glittering letters, or gift wrapping cards with matching envelopes. And most beautiful of all--create cloth flower cards that look like a three dimensional bouquets.
• 10 Best Places to Find Sexy Valentine's Day Lingerie, Costumes

  1/21/2011

  From super-sexy to whimsical and body sculpting, sexy Valentine's Day Lingerie will add magic to your lover's holiday. Here's where to find every kind of sexy Valentine's Day lingerie for women, men and in plus sizes.
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  10 Cute Valentine's Day Gift Ideas for Your Boyfriend

  1/21/2011

  Show how much you love him with these cute Valentine's Day gift ideas for your one and only, super special boyfriend.
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  10 Homemade Sexy Valentine's Day Lingerie

  1/21/2011

  You don't have to spend a fortune to dress in the sexy Valentine's day lingerie of your fantasies. Just follow the instructions for making one of these 10 homemade sexy Valentine's day lingerie ideas for men, women or couples.
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  10 Tips for Curing Bad Breath for Good

  1/21/2011

  Having chronic bad breath can disrupt your daily personal and work life. Learn how to determine if you have halitosis and effective home remedies that can cure bad breath for good!
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  Chicka Chicka ABC: The Fun Way to Teach Toddlers the Alphabet

  1/21/2011

  Fast growing in popularity among parents and educators alike, the Chicka Chicka ABC book creates a fun world in which toddlers and infants experience the alphabet shapes, names and sounds in preparation for learning to read.
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  10 Unique Homemade Valentine's Day Gift Ideas

  1/21/2011

  Forget the cliche flowers and chocolates and make unique homemade Valentine's day gifts that are clever, romantic and easy to personalize.
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  10 Romantic Valentine's Day Celebration Ideas

  1/20/2011

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  5 Reasons Why Pet Rats Make Wonderful Pets

  1/20/2011

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  The Humane Society of the United States: Much More Than a Pet Rescue Organization

  1/18/2011

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  Artistic Homemade Romantic Gift: Lovers Intertwined

  1/17/2011

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  Make Glitter Ribbon Greeting Cards

  1/17/2011

  Enfold your homemade greeting cards with glitter ribbons as if they were locked diaries, then personalize them with glitter letters. Here's how.
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  Easy-to-Make Homemade Greeting Card Envelopes

  1/17/2011

  Using gift wrapping paper and a simple folding technique, you can create these easy-to-make homemade greeting card envelopes in less than 1 minute.
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  Turn Flat Pictures into Three Dimensional Framed Art

  1/14/2011

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  Make a Braided No Knit Scarf

  1/14/2011

  Learn how to make a braided no knit scarf that's not only beautiful but cheap to make, since you'll be weaving inexpensive, thin yarn into thick, luxurious braids.
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  Easy-to-Make Cake Gift Box

  1/14/2011

  Glittering and beautiful, this easy-to-make cake gift box wraps a single slice of gourmet cake for a perfect birthday, Valentine's day or anniversary gift.
• Super Easy Cookie Recipe

  1/12/2011

  Make tasty cookies from scratch with this super easy cookie recipe.
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  Easy-to-Make Glitter Hand Lettering

  1/11/2011

  This easy-to-make glitter hand lettering is perfect for decorating greeting cards, crafts and gifts, and you don't need to master calligraphy or scaling.
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  Make the Most Romantic Candle in the World

  1/10/2011

  Make the most romantic candle in the world without melting any wax. Instead, cut out the twirling faces of the man and woman from M. C. Escher's "Bond of Union", then paste them to a glass vase with candles burning inside.
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  Curing Bad Breath in Dogs

  1/7/2011

  You can cure bad breath in dogs with better oral hygiene, a tailored diet and breath-freshening drops, but first consider any accompanying symptoms and the frequency of the problem, which may indicate kidney, liver or lung disease.
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  How to Make Homemade Wine from Grape Juice

  1/6/2011

  If wine is your passion, why not learn how to make homemade wine from grape juice? It's quite an illuminating culinary experience.
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  How to Build Multi-Functional Closet Shelves

  1/6/2011

  Combine several shelving techniques to build multi-functional closet shelves that will fit your ever-changing needs. From adjustable shelves to shoe rack shelves, building multi-functional closet shelves is easy.
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  Create a Serene Massage Room

  1/5/2011

  After my husband's back injury, I turned my home improvement skills to creating a serene massage room where I could treat him. Discover all the tips that helped make our massage room our favorite room in the house.
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  Home Decorating with Fringe Shawls

  1/5/2011

  Add exotic charm to your home decorating by implementing cheap fringe shawls into your decor.
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  Cheap and Easy Home Decorating with Mirrors

  1/5/2011

  To make your home decorating with mirrors cheap and easy, here are 5 simple solutions for common mirror projects from how to frame a mirror, to how to make a decorative mirror and how to hang it.
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  15 Unique Home Decorating Crafts

  1/4/2011

  These are my favorite home decorating crafts. Some came from my childhood, some I discovered later on. All are unique and beautiful.