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American Family Insurance Tips & Trends: Keep Pests Out

Not sure how to keep your home pest free? American Family Insurance has great tips and techniques you can try to keep pests out of your home.

American Family Insurance Tips & Trends: Upgrading Your Kitchen on a Budget

Dreaming of a new kitchen, but can't afford a complete remodel? American Family Insurance and Brand Ambassador Kathy Ireland have great ideas for upgrading your space on a budget.

Sponsor Spotlight: Xtend Technologies

Meet Xtend Technologies, the talent behind one of this year's Feature Homes: the Ultimate Smart Home built by Pepperwood Homes. See what these tech giants are bringing to the show!

Sponsor Spotlight: Playground World

Playground World has been helping families just like yours select the perfect outdoor recreational products for over 25 years, and we're thrilled to welcome them back to the show!

Exhibitor Spotlight: Universal Windows Direct

With cold weather on the way, now is the time to be thinking about ensuring your windows, siding, and doors can handle another tough Ohio winter. Connect with Universal Windows Direct today to protect your home.

Sweet Seasonal Decor Inspiration

Can you believe December’s finally here? Turn up the festive charm in your space with some seasonal decor ideas from a few of our favorite bloggers.

Exhibitor Spotlight: the atHand Overbed Table System

If you or someone you know is suffering from limited mobility, the atHand Overbed Table System from Integrant, would make an excellent gift this holiday season.

3 Thoughtful Gift Giving Tips

Whether you’re shopping for a family member, coworker, or your BFF, finding the perfect gift to put under the tree can be a tricky task. Luckily for you, we’ve got a few ideas to get your holiday shopping started.

5 Fabulous DIY Advent Calendars

Make this year’s build up to the 25th even more special with a homemade Advent calendar. We rounded up a few fun and festive projects from some of the best bloggers out there.

Wonderful Winter Wreaths

Not quite ready to deck the halls? It can be tricky deciding on outdoor decorations before December. Avoid recreating The Nightmare Before Christmas with a simple wreath.

6 Fun & Festive Thanksgiving Decor Ideas

It’s November and you know what that means: Thanksgiving is right around the corner! Begin your turkey day prep with some fun and festive decor ideas.

DIY on a Dime: Waffle Costume

Still don't have a Halloween costume? If you loved the Netflix original series Stranger Things or are just a big fan of breakfast foods, we’ve got you covered.

7 Sweet & Spooky No-Carve Pumpkins

Halloween’s almost here and you still haven’t decorated? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with some playful pumpkins – and there’s no carving necessary!

Mudroom Mania: 6 Projects to Inspire You

Is your mudroom diving you to madness? We've got just what you need to say goodbye to clutter and get organized.

Cute & Creative Crafts: Fun with Stencils

If school doesn't start until after Labor Day and you’re running out of ways to keep your kids entertained, we can help! Turn off the second consecutive hour of Paw Patrol (because you need your sanity) and try tackling this fun family craft instead.

DIY on a Dime: Easy Garage Makeover

Give your space a DIY makeover with these simple tips. Our six ideas and will help you take your garage from out of control to organized.

Olympic Party Ideas

We’ve got a few fun suggestions for an Olympic-themed bash to help you get into the spirit of the games. Check ‘em out below and get ready to go for gold this August.

Closet Chaos: How To Create Sensible Storage Space

Is your closet somewhere in between a black hole and an episode of Hoarders? Find out how you can transform your cluttered chaos into sensible storage.

Home Office Space: Tips & Tricks to Stay Organized When You Work from Home

Find it challenging to balance work and family life when your office is at home? Check out our simple tips designed to help you spruce up your space and stay on task.

10 Life Hacks to Help You Camp Like a Pro

You know how they always say: work smart, not hard? The same goes for camping! Check out our favorite outdoor life hacks to make your next camping adventure a breeze!

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