Attracting Native Pollinators book overview
A Xerces Society publication explains pollinators and threats from disease, pesticides, and habitat loss. It guides readers to action from tolerating pollinator friendly weeds to creating habitats in lawns and parks, with sections on bees and pollinator friendly landscapes. Storey Publishing markets the softcover at $29.95.
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Xerces Society
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Spring cleaning plan from How to Sew a Button guide
A room by room spring cleaning schedule outlines steps to prepare, gather supplies, and create a checklist. Tasks include dusting, wiping walls, vacuuming, washing fixtures, cleaning windows, and room specific chores for kitchen bedroom bathroom and home office. Delegation tips follow.
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Erin Bried
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Floated furniture in open plans tests design skills and space feel
Open floor plans invite cozy seating when furniture floats away from walls, while small rooms gain airiness. Experts say furniture must be carefully placed and rearranged to avoid shiplike, misplaced looks, and some spaces simply won’t support a floating setup.
Floating furniture anchors space in large living rooms
The piece explains a floating floor plan to create space or the illusion thereof. It covers anchoring with a focal point such as a fireplace or TV, arranging seating for conversation, and using rugs, wall groupings, and art to define areas. Lighting remains crucial with lamps alongside outlets considerations.
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Rain Perfect launches solar powered rain barrel pump
Rain Perfect unveils a solar powered pump system for rain barrels. A 3.5 watt solar panel charges the battery powering the pump, delivering garden hose pressure and low pressure sprinkler capability. It fits most rain barrels, can pump up to 100 gallons per charge, and lists at $139.
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