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For the love of pumpkins: turn ordinary pumpkins into designer tablescapes and welcoming displays.		Nov 1, 2009	320
Homegrown glitz: simple tomato frames are transformed into elegant Christmas centerpieces.		Nov 1, 2009	549
Christmas card ornaments: create memories with ornaments made from special Christmas cards.		Nov 1, 2009	665
Tea cup Christmas: adorn a small artificial wreath or tree with heirloom teacups, silver spoons, and bows.		Nov 1, 2009	200
Holiday cookies.		Nov 1, 2009	1549
Love knots.		Nov 1, 2009	123
Caramels.		Nov 1, 2009	158
Turtles.		Nov 1, 2009	122
Microwave pralines.		Nov 1, 2009	53
Chocolate nut clusters.		Nov 1, 2009	62
Holiday cakes.		Nov 1, 2009	867
Yard-art flowers: these recycled pans become whimsical yard-art flowers.		Sep 1, 2009	264
Easy as pie: summer is the perfect time for preparing and enjoying pies.		Jul 1, 2009	986
Honoring mother & father: what better way to celebrate mother and father than to give them a special luncheon or dinner? Invite family and friends and serve their favorites ending with a delicious dessert.		May 1, 2009	470
Stuffed easter eggs: dress up ordinary stuffed eggs with cream cheese decorations.		Mar 1, 2009	616
Sitting pretty: these beautifully designed sofas will add style and comfort to any sitting area.		Jan 1, 2009	530
Sweet hearts: share a Sweet Heart with someone you love.		Jan 1, 2009	1454
Present perfect: seven designers across the state share their talents by creating fabulous gift displays beginning with simple, brown paper boxes.		Nov 1, 2008	800
Bountiful Bundts: enjoy a slice of fall with these easily prepared, delicious cakes.		Nov 1, 2008	1067
Set in style: inticing fall table setting for every taste and style.		Sep 1, 2008	724
Caramel apples all dressed up: caramel apples aren't just for kids.		Sep 1, 2008	954
Dorm room details: creating the perfect dormitory home-away-from-home is easy with colorful necessities and fun and useful accessories.		Jul 1, 2008	639
Dorm room rules.		Jul 1, 2008	600
Lakeside fun for a fabulous Fourth: a summer celebration worthy of fireworks.		Jul 1, 2008	2163
2008 recipe contest.	Cover story	Jul 1, 2008	2223
Shed light with beauty: chandeliers may be the center of attention of a room and create the mood for the entire setting.		May 1, 2008	348
Hands on: handprint projects for children are hands-on fun.		May 1, 2008	727
Cooking with kids: children cook up special memories to honor mom and dad.		May 1, 2008	1179
Editor's note.		Mar 1, 2008	571
Welcome spring! Designers share delightful door displays to welcome pleasant springtime.		Mar 1, 2008	431
Feather your nest: birdcages are not just for birds.		Mar 1, 2008	450
Hats off to you: delicious cakes made to look like vintage hats will take the cake at any party.		Jan 1, 2008	1215
Sweet dreams: bedrooms are our private retreats for rest and relaxation. Enjoy a peek at some creative treatments above and around beds.		Nov 1, 2007	395
Christmas card ornaments: create memories while making special ornaments and decorations from old cards.		Nov 1, 2007	818
25 ideas: easy does it.		Sep 1, 2007	375
Talents and treasures: readers share easy-to-make and interesting craft ideas.		Jul 1, 2007	790
Cupcake couture: discover elegant new ways to decorate and display individual-sized delicacies.		May 1, 2007	499
Bold moves.		Mar 1, 2007	935
Going away in style: European elegance inspires a fresh take on decorating a car for the bride and groom.		Jan 1, 2007	295
Making memories: an engaged couple prepare to embark on their new life together with an intimate and international-flavored celebration.		Jan 1, 2007	1661
Natural beauty: the warm colors and organic shapes of pumpkins and other late-season vegetables are perfect for decorating.		Nov 1, 2006	208
Decorating with personality: holiday adornments suit the distinctive styles of four Mississippi families.		Nov 1, 2006	532
Musical chairs: it's simple to change your tune at the table to suit the season or a special occasion.		Sep 1, 2006	350
Southern, spice: a lively indoor-outdoor dinner party celebrates rich regional flavors.		Sep 1, 2006	1230
Think inside the box: diminutive flower groupings are set inside shoeboxes and other small containers.		Jul 1, 2006	336
Mother's day memories.		May 1, 2006	391
Dinner with friends: supper clubs provide a relaxing opportunity to swap stories and recipes.	Cover story	May 1, 2006	3186
Fresh from the farm: humble chicken feeders move out of the henhouse as elegant sectioned vessels for flower arrangements.		Mar 1, 2006	481
Meals and memories: family recipes, dining room furniture, and cherished traditions are passed down through several generations.		Mar 1, 2006	1532
It's a girl thing: set a lady like mood at any gathering with pretty hydrangea-covered decorations.		Jan 1, 2006	331
Heart to heart: homemade goodies and heart-shaped treasures are the special ingredients in this Valentine's basket.		Jan 1, 2006	910
Homegrown glitz.		Nov 1, 2005	585
Take a cake: warm their hearts with favorite desserts that double as wonderful holiday gifts.		Nov 1, 2005	708
Make a grand entrance: dress up any door with a colorful nameplate.		Sep 1, 2005	263
Sweet dreams: a young lady's bedroom is transformed into an romantic English-style retreat.		Sep 1, 2005	839
Tastes of fall: welcome cooler weather with an appetizer party inspired by the colors of the season.		Sep 1, 2005	915
Endless summer: enjoy blooms all year by decorating simple tips for drying, arranging and decorating with hydrangeas.		Jul 1, 2005	412
Pretty petals: fanciful flowers for mothers and others.		May 1, 2005	955
Not just for feet.		Mar 1, 2005	198
Tricks of the trough garden: re-create a rustic European garden look with easy-to-make hypertufa plant containers.		Mar 1, 2005	726
Picture pillows.		Jan 1, 2005	361
Truffle temptations: melt your loved ones' hearts with decadent chocolate goodies that are easier than ever to make.		Jan 1, 2005	841
The ultimate wedding gift: family members come together to create a beautiful at-home ceremony and celebration.		Jan 1, 2005	1130
Shoemaker gifts.		Nov 1, 2004	1015
Fruits of the harvest.		Sep 1, 2004	393
Special deliveries: pretty posy bags make a delightful gift.		Jul 1, 2004	316
Bedtime stories: fantasy becomes reality with innovative headboard transformations.		May 1, 2004	208
Celebrate summer: three memorable get-togethers combine unique table settings with outstanding menus from great Mississippi cooks.		May 1, 2004	2897
Two eggs, made over easy.		Mar 1, 2004	312
Picture perfect plates.		Mar 1, 2004	323
Fresh ideas: entrants in this year's Sensational Spaces competition offer five easy ways to transform a room.		Mar 1, 2004	271
The twelve gifts of Christmas.		Nov 1, 2003	776
A room with a view: it's easy to create an elegant terrace that can be enjoyed virtually year-round.		Nov 1, 2003	379
Gifts that look good enough to eat.	Cover Story	Nov 1, 2003	946
Chic Shells.		Jul 1, 2003	316
Details, details. (Easy Does It).		May 1, 2003	320
Shine new light on old fixtures. (Easy Does It).		Mar 1, 2003	1038
Pretty as a picture. (Easy Does it).		Jan 1, 2003	184
Bridesmaids revisited: hints and how-tos borrowed from a memorable bridesmaids' luncheon.		Jan 1, 2003	611
Wedding day brunch.		Jan 1, 2003	944
Little things make difference. (Easy Does It).	Brief Article	Sep 1, 2002	922
Purses and pearls and ladies who lunch. (Easy Does It).	Recipe	Jul 1, 2002	1211
Where in Mississippi is Lake City? (Small-Town Spotlight).	Brief Article	Jul 1, 2002	949
Mirror, mirror on the wall, on the table, or in the hall? (Easy Does It).		May 1, 2002	1356
Architectural accents. (Easy does it).		Mar 1, 2002	1285
Pedestals that take the cake. (Easy does it).	Brief Article	Jan 1, 2002	440
Picture Ornaments.	Brief Article	Nov 1, 2001	1091
ELEGANT ENTERTAINING.	Recipe	Nov 1, 2001	1457
Pretty Packages.	Brief Article	Nov 1, 2001	853
Antler Accessories.	Brief Article	Sep 1, 2001	841
Trumeau Mirror Magic.	Brief Article	Jul 1, 2001	557
Jams, Jellies, & Preserves.		May 1, 2001	1720
Creating Fun Looks with Flea Market Finds.	Brief Article	May 1, 2001	448
Fall Fun with Feathers.	Brief Article	Nov 1, 2000	459
Coffee Cakes for Any Occasion.	Brief Article	Nov 1, 2000	915
A HOLIDAY HOME.		Nov 1, 2000	2336