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Household Advice

Love Thy Neighbor

I was 12 when my family moved from Virginia to Darlington, South Carolina.

The Basics: Arranging Flowers

Contributing editor Janet Porcher Gregg weighs in with a few of her floral design principles

How to get deal with architectural review boards

Much can be gained from simply knowing the right approach to the Board of Architectural Review (BAR). Just ask architect and board member Eddie Fava, who obliged our request for clarification on the ins and outs of getting approved

Caring for Patio Umbrellas

Once summer heat sets in, a patio umbrella is practically mandatory for enjoying lunch pool-side or iced tea in the garden.

Choose the Right White Paint

Rather than poring over white, cream, ivory, and eggshell-colored paint chips, Judy and Fred opted for the cheapest white paint base they could find at the local big box stores and verily doused the h

The Basics: Handling and Cooking Seafood
  • Always buy seafood from a certified dealer who keeps their fare refrigerated or displayed on a thick bed of fresh ice.