Filtrete Unveils Refillable High Efficiency Furnace Filter
3M expands heating options with a refillable Filtrete filter that fits a reusable frame and captures more tiny particles than standard fiberglass. The kit sells for 14.99 with frame and preinstalled filter. refill packs range from 5.49 to 19.99 at home centers, hardware stores, and mass merchandisers nationwide.
Dishwasher Cleaning Tip From Sears Institute Instructor
Marina de Vos of the Sears Technological Institute in Bannockburn advises a monthly dishwasher clean. Place a bowl of half white vinegar and water on the top rack, run hot water through the faucet, then run the dishwasher on its normal cycle.
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Marina de Vos
Sears Technological Institute
Bannockburn
de Vos
Unbreakable rubber vases in sherbet colors
Bold rubber vases in sherbet hues headline Garnet Hill’s kids line catalog. The company showroom staff used them as centerpieces at a luncheon, and customers can buy them for 20 dollars via Garnet Hill’s phone line or website.
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Garnet Hill
Gerber
Garnethill.com
Pocket Decorator aids readers in interior design terms
Pamela and Leslie Banker present The Pocket Decorator a user friendly dictionary of decorating and architectural terms with sketches and historical notes. The slim guide explains terms like swag jabot taffeta toiles and piping and offers guidance on achieving a distinctive style. Available at bookstores.
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Pocket Decorator
Universe Publishing
Pamela
Leslie Banker
Gazette Wire Services
Steel tree sculptures frame yard as garden art centerpiece
Metal artist Greg Leavitt created life size steel and copper trees arching over Liz and Mike Kalogris’s porch. The two trees rise about 30 feet high and 25 feet out, with bark patterns and carved faces suggesting a Gorey vibe.
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Maadelphia Inquirer
Gregg Leavitt
Liz and
Michael Kalogris
Great Valley
Greg Leavitt
Liz
Mike Kalogris
Edward Gorey