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Games are the perfect ice breakers for parties like this because it’s likely that not everyone knows each other. Even if the guests are close, games can create a few unexpected memories. Choosing the Best Baby Shower Games When choosing your games, remember that you shouldn’t do anything that will make the guest-of-honor or guests feel uncomfortable, embarrassed, or self-conscious. You don’t need a lot of games, either. Pick out a couple of games and use one to break the ice, save one for later in the shower, and have a game as back up just in case the conversation starts to wane....

Though you may have grown to begrudgingly live with some of these unsightly items in your home, we’ve rounded up the best ways to cover them, so you can focus on making your house look more like this one from Sugar & Cloth. Whether you want to cover up that dusty old fuse box or you want to never see a popcorn ceiling again, these are our favorite ideas.

Typically planted in the fall for spring bloom, many daffodil types will readily naturalize in a lawn or woodland area, gradually creating a blanket of spring color. They can also work well for filling garden spaces that are empty in spring but will be filled in as late spring and summer perennials mature. Another bonus is that deer shy away from daffodil blooms and will rarely, if ever, damage them....

A sister of minimalism, Scandinavian design is all about focusing on what matters and reducing the clutter that doesn’t add to your home. If you are looking for that perfect Swedish home decor inspiration, here are some of our favorite Scandinavian-inspired living rooms. Focus on cool shades of white to keep your home feeling open and airy. Pair white with natural wood finishes to add a bit of warmth without darkening your room....

USDA Growing Zones: 9 to 10 (though some varieties thrive from zones 5 to 10)Color Varieties: WhiteSun Exposure: Full sunSoil Needs: Rich, well-drained soil USDA Growing Zones: 9 to 11Color Varieties: White, red, pink, orange, yellow, peach, purpleSun Exposure: Full sun, part sun, full shade, part shadeSoil Needs: Loamy USDA Growing Zones: 11Color Varieties: White, orange, blueSun Exposure: Partial sunSoil Needs: Rich, well-drained potting mix USDA Growing Zones: 11Color Varieties: White, orange, blueSun Exposure: Full sunSoil Needs: Chalk, clay, loam, sand...

Many flowering ground covers bloom for only a short period during the spring or summer. Consequently, the best examples have nice foliage in addition to flowers, so they look good throughout the growing season. Here are 19 flowering ground covers that can add appeal to any landscape. USDA Growing Zones: 3 to 9Color Varieties: Pink, red, white, blue, rose, lavender, purpleSun Exposure: Full sunSoil Needs: Rich, well-draining USDA Growing Zones: 3 to 9Color Varieties: White, purpleSun Exposure: Partial shadeSoil Needs: Rich, organic, slightly acidic...

Whether you’re setting up for a sit down meal or taking the party outdoors, check out these festive table ideas that will warm your spirit as leaves and temperatures begin to fall.

Before purchasing tile, carefully select an option with the right undertones and temperature to coordinate the color scheme with the rest of your space. It’s also helpful to determine which finish is right for your home. Backsplash can be either matte or shiny: Matte backsplash offers a sleek, modern look, while shiny backsplash is easier to keep clean. By determining the proper finish, color, and design, you can pick a kitchen backsplash with style and long-term function for your space....

Some greenhouse features require certain conditions, such as adequate light, ventilation, sturdy structures, a heating element, etc. Some activities are messier than others (for example, growing plants from seed to later transplant into the garden). But even if your greenhouse isn’t a candidate for a magazine photoshoot, that doesn’t it can’t be a comfortable and inspiring place to spend time working and relaxing. We’ve gathered some ideas to inspire you and help make your greenhouse a welcoming and useful space....

Here are 27 of the prettiest ways to decorate your home for Easter. DIY Easter Egg Succulents from Eyeswoon DIY Color-Blocked Wire Basket from Oh Joy DIY Moss-Covered Egg Centerpiece from Love Grows Wild DIY Floral Imprinting from Eyeswoon DIY Swedish Easter Tree from 100 Layer Cake-let DIY Natural and Crafty Eggs from Eyeswoon DIY Paper Tulip Centerpiece from The House That Lars Built DIY Hen’s Nest Place Setting from Look What I Made DIY Ombré Candle Votives from The House That Lars Built Galvanized Tubs from Vibeke Design DIY Swedish Feather Tree from The House That Lars Built DIY Botanical Easter Eggs from The House That Lars Built Spring Tablescape from Dreamy Whites DIY Potted Paper Lily from The House That Lars Built Easter Floral Arrangement from Purely Katie Bunny Ear Napkin Fold from Driven by Decor Color Fest from Vibeke Design Doily Table Runner from Pam Garrison Egg Holder Place Cards from Camille Styles Easter Egg Piñatas from Oh Happy Day Vintage Pillow Case Napkins from Paper N Stitch Blog DIY Easter Bunny Banner from Lady and the Blog Mini Egg Baskets from The House That Lars Built Monochromatic Centerpiece from Paper N Stitch Geometric Paper Easter Egg from The Proper Blog DIY Bunny Bowl from Alice + Lois Easter Table Setting from Sand and Sisal

Peas are easy enough to grow. The most difficult part of growing peas is choosing what kind you want to grow. There are basically three types of peas: English peas, snow peas, and sugar snap peas. Each goes by multiple names, making the choice all the more confusing. But once you get the differences clear, you will probably want to grow some of each. Here are the three main types of peas to grow in your garden....

Perhaps that means sticking to tried and true shades of blue, opting for modern neutrals, creating a playful and contemporary space full of stimulating colors or graphic black-and-white elements, or adding vintage furniture and decor to give the room a timeless appeal. Use decor to help create a cozy, magical space that makes him feel secure and allows him room to change and grow. Check out these joyful and stylish boys’ rooms that will help inspire you to create a unique space that feels right for you and the little man in your life....

Maybe advertising is just getting better and better, or maybe we’ve just been stuck inside for the greater part of the past two years. Whatever the case, we all have a story and something we wish we wouldn’t have purchased. So, if you’re ready for something relatable, these five designers are weighing in on the trendy items they regret buying. But for so many of us, the decision to purchase a piece of art shouldn’t be one that’s taken lightly....

Don’t get discouraged: any project requires time and planning. While you’re working on details, get inspired by these beautiful and diverse gazebo designs.

And there are also screw-in forms of fluorescent lamps that fit the sockets on standard light fixtures and in floor and table lamps. Known as CFL (compact fluorescent light) bulbs, they were regarded as an excellent energy-saving alternative to incandescent bulbs—at least until the advent of LED technology. Fluorescent tubes (officially known as “lamps”) come in five basic types, identified as T2, T5, T5HO, T8, and T12, and The “T” designation stands for “tubular,” and the following number refers to its diameter in 1/8-inch diameter increments....