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Layered Shoulder-Length Haircuts To Bring to Your Next Salon Visit
Layered Shoulder-Length Haircuts To Bring to Your Next Salon Visit
This short hairdo is flattering on most people and relatively versatile to style
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How To Season A Cast-Iron Skillet
How To Season A Cast-Iron Skillet
Learn how to season this Southern kitchen staple in five easy steps.
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How to Organize your Refrigerator
How to Organize your Refrigerator
From avoiding cross-contamination to keeping veggies crisp, here’s the right way to fill a fridge.
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The Merriest Christmas Wishes To Include on Your Christmas Cards This Year
The Merriest Christmas Wishes To Include on Your Christmas Cards This Year
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These Christmas Decorating Ideas Will Inspire You to Bring the Beauty of the Season Home
These Christmas Decorating Ideas Will Inspire You to Bring the Beauty of the Season Home
Everyone loves decorating for Christmas. Grab your garland and get ready for wreaths, because here, the editors of Southern Living share some of their favorite new ideas for Christmas decking the halls. These decorating ideas for your mantel, front door, mailbox, Christmas tree, and more will surely fill you with Christmas cheer and get you into the holiday spirit. We show you how to give a twist on tradition with handmade willow-branch wreaths that you can use inside or out. We give inspiration for greeting guests in memorable Southern style, going festive with placecard holders as you welcome your guests to a beautiful holiday meal, and giving your dining table a vivid focal point. There are options for every type of decorator to take advantage of old, new, and even handmade decor. However lavish or simple your Christmas decorating style, these ideas will help you bring the beauty of the holiday to every corner of your home.
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10 Timeless Paint Colors That Will Never Go Out of Style
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