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The foliage colors are also much more interesting in the spirea japonica group. Some varieties have orange and gold leaves, often with a purple cast to the bottoms of the leaves, which creates a nice multi-color effect. Blooms tend to be a bright, glowing pink that pops against the light gold foliage. Betulifolia spirea has leaves that resemble miniature birch leaves. This is a great multi-season shrub. Its foliage is covered in white flowers in the spring, with an occasional off-season bloom....

Also part of the Warrens’ home (and story): sentimental family pieces. In the hallway, for example, baby clothes and inked footprints of their sons Judah, age 10, and Abe, 2, are lovingly framed and hung on the wall overlooking family photos. And perched on the desk in the breakfast room is a framed needlepoint copy of the Lord’s Prayer, stitched by Courtney’s grandmother. Because furnishings were collected over time, they don’t match—note the hutches flanking the windows—but they do complement and balance each other, a key distinction....

Stephanie’s work with Fitness Magazine took it to the #1 website among its competitors. She worked with video creation, social media, app launching, and email to help create a variety of brands and market them to the right people; this includes Momster.com and an iPhone app for FitnessMagazine.com. At the Meredith Women’s Network, Stephanie was able to manage a website with over 5 million unique visitors. Along the way, she trained editors and other personnel to maintain best practices....

If you want to make jams or jellies, plant a June-bearing type that produces one large crop in June. These large berries are perfect for preserving, as well as enjoying fresh for about a month. Use those garden-fresh strawberries in these delicious desserts. Strawberry Plant Care Strawberries grow best in full sun. A partly shaded planting area will greatly reduce berry production. Well-drained soil is essential. Wet or boggy soil will limit plant growth and increase the potential for berries to rot after ripening....

Super stylish and small white kitchens.

¼ cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder To Store: Layer cookies between waxed paper in an airtight container; cover. Store at room temperature for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.

Vegetable oil 6 6-inch corn tortillas, cut into 1/4-inch strips Coarse salt

For 6 Servings: Prepare using the method above, except spoon vegetable mixture into a 2-quart square baking dish.

With so many styles out there, it can be overwhelming to choose the best coffee maker and espresso machine for your home. To help, we researched a variety of styles, including cold brew makers, pour-over styles, and standard designs. We also consulted Scott Nakamoto, a coffee curator at Bean Box. Overall, we recommend the KitchenAid Cold Brew Coffee Maker for those who prefer iced beverages. The cold brew maker will keep a brewed batch fresh for up to two weeks and has a large water reservoir, so you’ll have plenty of coffee....

“Shopping for outdoor pillows is an opportunity to infuse color and whimsy into your exterior spaces,” says Benjamin Johnston, partner and creative director at Benjamin Johnston Design. “In fact, pillows lend a vibrant sense of personality to your outdoor oasis in much the same way flowers do within your landscape.” To find the best outdoor pillows, we researched a variety of picks, keeping in mind size, material, and fill. We also consulted Benjamin Johnston, partner and creative director at Benjamin Johnston Design, Alexis Peters, strategic interior design advisor at Real Estate Bees, Angela Higgins, designer, and founder of Nourished Home by Angela, Anne Colby, U....

Most laser levels project a horizontal line, which is beamed out across your workspace to establish a uniform height, but some also project a vertical line to help you vertically position things, too. However, depending on the types of projects you have on your to-do list—and the features that’ll be most helpful to you as you’re working—one type of laser level may be a better fit for you than others....

If you don’t relish the thought of getting down on your hands and knees to scrub away debris, the best mops for hardwood floors make it easier to maintain your home’s stunning hardwood flooring without all the elbow grease. According to Alicia Sokolowski, president and co-CEO of AspenClean, the best mops for hardwood floors have a microfiber mop head. Don’t be fooled by the soft texture—it’s great for heavy-duty cleaning, yet light enough to avoid scuffing or scratching your floors....

A top-loading washer eliminates the need to bend over when loading and unloading the machine and gives you clearer visibility into the drum so that no sock gets left behind. Many of the top models also come with advanced technology, like smart features and an array of cycles, to make doing the laundry easier than ever. While front-load washing machines are typically more energy efficient than top loaders, Stuart Eason, founder of professional appliance servicing company, Appliance Expert, suggests that anyone on the hunt for a new washing machine would do well to opt for a high-efficiency model to greatly bring costs and energy consumption down....

Best Holiday Wreath Deals Best Holiday Doormat Deals While you can’t turn your house into a full-on gingerbread house, you can buy this fun doormat with a gingerbread design for 25% off. If that’s not your style, this skiing dogs doormat that’s only $55 will be a fun crowd pleaser. There are also a variety of “Merry Christmas” and “Happy Holidays” doormats to shop, too. Best Holiday Yard Decor Deals To add some holiday sparkle to your home, be sure to check out these LED light-up spheres, snowflakes, and stars that can be hung from trees or your porch, starting at just $31....

Best Early Black Friday Robot Vacuum Deals Best Steal: Samsung Jet Bot Robot Vacuum, $249 (was $1,299); walmart.com Best Mop Combo: Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo, $174 (was $700); amazon.com Best Splurge: iRobot Roomba s9+ Wi-Fi Connected Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum, $800 (was $1,000); target.com Best Under $100: Kyvol Cybovac E30 Robot Vacuum Cleaner, $94 (was $108); walmart.com Best Shark: Shark Ion Wi-Fi Connected Robot Vacuum, $200 (was $260); target.com A robot vacuum is a great early holiday gift for yourself or anyone who lives with you....