The Well-Dressed Garden: Time to plant those hip, happy tulips

Planting tulips now, in the fall, sets your garden up for a lovely springtime display of flowers.

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Design Recipes: The do’s and don’ts of hanging pictures, mirrors

Most people hang artwork and mirrors too high to create an aesthetically pleasing look.

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Smart Solutions: Decluttering tips from the experts

Among the highlights at the Novi Home Show, Real Estate Staging Association (RESA) members will offer free 15-minute consultations. Here, a few of them share some tips on paring down your possessions.

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Falling for fall colors

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Fall favorites, with some new twists

Creative ways to integrate these fashionable finds into your rooms year-round

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FTC halts ‘misleading’ real estate seminars with HGTV stars

Utah-based Zurixx LLC would hold free real estate events endorsed by HGTV stars

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MI Dream Home: Mid-century estate in Manistee sits on a hilltop

This classic estate, at 552 Harvard Lane, is complete with a number of modern upgrades in a park-like setting with views of Lake Michigan.

‘Fixer Upper’ stars Chip, Joanna Gaines to open Texas hotel

The next redo project for former “Fixer Upper” TV stars Chip and Joanna Gaines will be a Texas hotel

Locally grown dahlias shine in early fall

Early fall is prime time for dahlias. Two farmers share their stores of growing dahlias and offer tips for growing your own

Trash or Treasure: Small sculpture by well-known European artist

Jim Fuester had always admired a small sculpture when he visited the home a family friend.

A new spin on date night: ‘Do Good Date Nights’

Looking for a new way to spend time with your spouse? Temple Israel in West Bloomfield has an idea: The 'Do Good Date Night' that

Smart Solutions: Accent your home with accent pieces

These unique pieces make a statement wherever they go.

Tips for growing your own dahlias

When it comes to growing your own dahlias, full sun and well-drained soil are key

Dahlia Delight

The Plumber: Wall-hung vanity works well for tight bathroom space

Since the vanity hangs on the wall without any bottom supports, all the space under the vanity is open.

Design Recipes: How to harness the power of purple

Whether you are looking to incorporate soft pastel tones or rich, deep colors, purple can add an interesting twist to nearly any room in your home.

8 great ways to bring fall color into your home

Even in small doses, bright colors can wake up a room, and are coming into home design in unexpected ways.

Welcome Mat: Celebrate the season at Harvest Day at Ford House

Also: Granite, closet specialists coming to Michigan Design Center; See manufactured homes, more at Novi Home Show; Polish the Jewel Belle Isle Legacy Luncheon is Oct. 10

Gardening: Caladiums move from ho-hum to show-stopping

The new Heart to Heart series of strap-leafed caladiums produce stunningly colored leaves that can thrive in full sun.

The latest in pet furniture: pieces that fit a home’s decor

Pottery Barn, Crate and Barrel, Ikea and other popular furniture purveyors have lines for pets that often complement their human’s furniture

MI Dream Home: Historic house in Indian Village recently added to Detroit’s market

Located at 2494 Iroquois, the 4,224-square-foot house features a large foyer, five fireplaces, eight bedrooms and six baths

Collector’s Spotlight — Unusual collection “just ducky”

Mark Leebove credits his grandmother with the start of his unusual collection.

Angie’s List: What options can improve my HVAC system?

September is an excellent time to take stock of your HVAC system before the cool season begins in earnest.

Enjoying fall favorites with a twist

Welcome Mat: Sherwin-Williams names 2020 hue

The retailer picked Naval, a rich blue hue, as its 2020 Color of the Year

Smart Solutions: Tackling autumn repair and maintenance projects

It often feels like a full-time job making multiple phone calls to get estimates and schedule appointments.

Gardening: How to deal with poison ivy

If you’re clearing an area filled with vines and weeds, check out the plants to see if you have any poison ivy, poison oak or poison sumac to contend with.

Design Recipes: 10 tips for portable design

Portable design refers to pieces that can be lifted and transported from room to room and home to home.

Style at Home: Celebrate a spooky chic Halloween

As a seasonal decor fanatic, I can hardly wait for the weather to start cooling off and the jack-o-lanterns to begin glowing.

Art Van launches campaign for ‘unsung heroes’

The retailer's new 'Inspiration Lives Here in Our Community' will award a $1,000 gift card to an unsung hero in the community of each of its 77 stores

Kids and plants do the darnedest things

This past weekend my daughter Robin and I visited the Cranbrook Art Museum in Bloomfield Hills.

Dish & Design’s Homestyle Harvest event

MI Dream Home: Custom estate has elevator, wine cellar and five-car garage

The tudor-style house, located at 4400 Pontiac Trail, is being offered by KW Domain in Birmingham for $4,999,000

Houseware trends offer something for everyone

The housewares category has experienced a sea change in recent years, and it's not just about color -- even when it's neon.

‘Peaceful Waters wins garden contest top prize

Karen Marsh's photo was the top vote getter to win the Homestyle Garden Photo Contest's grand prize, a $200 English Gardens gift card

Welcome Mat: Longacre House celebrating 150th birthday years

Also: Milford Home Tour  this weekend; Las Vegas Stone & Flooring opens in Detroit

Today’s lifestyle driving new houseware products

Juggling Act: Stress relief on four legs: Dogs

Studies show petting dogs not only increases your oxytocin, a neurotransmitter that calms your nervous system down, but also lowers your cortisol

Trash or Treasure: ‘Bronze’ bust has surprising material, classic subject

Classic bust of a mother and child was a gift from her aunt.

Gardening: Get plants ready for a move inside as cold weather approaches

By placing them in a shadier location for a couple of weeks, they will begin to get used to living with less sunlight.