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20 Ways You Never Thought of Using a Shower Rod Shower rods, or tension rods, may not come to mind as a DIY tool, but you shouldn’t underestimate their power; there are few things that are more versatile than a shower rod. Not only can you use shower rods in multiply ways, but they are also cheap, install quickly, and are completely removable. There are some great ideas for using shower rods in those awkward, hard-to-fit areas where nothing else seems to work. In addition, they won’t damage walls, cabinets, or closets. Like most people, you probably only thought of...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Photography by Andrew Butler Whether you’re a studio dweller or have an open floor plan that’s suddenly feeling a little too open, carving out more privacy in your home doesn’t always have to mean building a wall. Sometimes it’s as easy as getting creative with the next best thing—a room divider.Some solutions, like folding screens, barely take any effort to set up, while others, such as built-in bookcases and nonstructural walls, require a little more planning. All that to say, breaking up your space...

Have you ever noticed that most runway models are in their 20s? That's because a lot of the fashion industry is aimed at the 18-30 (or so) age bracket. The top designers are going to be priced out of most twenty-somethings' reach, of course – but the trickle-down imitations that fill department and shopping mall stores definitely aren't. That makes your 20s the “trendy” years. Experimental looks and fashion-forward choices are taken for granted much more than they will be when you're in your 40s. So get ready for some self-expression as we take you through some good options for...

Easy construction-paper crafts are an excellent, affordable, and fun way for kids of all temperaments to channel their creative energies. Paper crafts for kids are also an easy indoor activity for friends and family of all ages, and they can double as visual aids for teaching younger kids about elementary topics such as animals, colors, shapes, and foods. Whether your kids are excited about making a 3D rabbit with a cotton-ball tail or working together on a mile-long rainbow paper chain, easy construction-paper crafts are the rare activity that suits every interest and every age, while honing kids’ motor and...

Whether you are a wine aficionado or just a social drinker, the history of the wine cellar is a fascinating one. The development of the human race is linked with the cultivation of grapes into a beverage for common use and celebration. When people began making wine, it was brewed for quick consumption. Once traders began transporting wine over long distances, storage became a necessity. Wine cellars began as humble caves in the ground and have evolved into some of the most sophisticated rooms in the modern home. What is a Wine Cellar? A wine cellar is a specialized area...