The games, however, were a little tough to come up with. I searched all over the internet and Pinterest to see if anyone had any inspired housewarming party games and honestly most things said you don’t play games at housewarming parties. But I like to play so of course I had to come up with some fun games and fun prizes to go with them. We came up with both game ideas that are quick and work for an open house style and ones that could be used for a longer party....

Before the season shifts, it’s a good idea to carve out a day or two—or even a few hours if that’s all you’ve got—to purge, organize, and declutter your space. Trust us when we say that your future self will be delighted you took the time. Here are 10 things to declutter before winter weather hits. 1. Patio Furniture For anyone who lives in a wintry climate, it’s officially time to put your patio furniture into hibernation....

RELATED: 7 Cozy Cold-Weather Accessories The hardest part is picking the perfect fabric, but “rub the swatch against your face, and if you instantly want to cuddle with it, you have a winner,” she says. When choosing a fabric, consider that a blanket scarf usually has a cozy, winter-y vibe, so prints like plaid, tweed, and windowpane work really well. Here are St. Bernard-Jacobs’ five easy steps to making your own blanket scarf at home, no sewing machine required....

Brighten up a shelf or corner by your sink and add a few high humidity plants that prefer the conditions in your bathroom to the rest of your house. Buy It: Potted Pink Orchid Plant ($38, The Home Depot) Test Garden Tip: All types of pothos can be toxic if ingested to both children and pets. Buy It: Costa Farms Golden Pothos ($23, The Home Depot) Buy It: Neon Pothos Plant ($22, Lowe’s) Some common, easy-to-care-for varieties include Scarlet Star (Guzmania lingulata), Blushing Bromeliad (Neoregelia carolinae, shown), and the incredibly prehistoric-looking Urn Plant (Aechmea fasciata)....

1. Scrub the shower. Debra Johnson, director of operations at Merry Maids, shares her strategy for using baking soda to keep your shower clean and fresh. On a wet microfiber cloth, sprinkle a small amount of baking soda and a couple of drops of dishwashing liquid. Work the cloth between your hands to create a lather, then use the cloth to scrub shower walls. For shower floors, sprinkle baking soda across the surface, squirt dishwashing liquid over the baking soda in an “S” motion, and scrub the floor with a wet brush....

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Make It Yours: This coastal living room skews modern thanks to a subdued palette and sleek gold and black accents. For added color, apply blue on walls instead of white and incorporate another splashy hue as an accent through accessories or artwork. To relax the look, bring in additional nods to nature, such as a driftwood centerpiece, woven baskets, or rattan accent furniture. Make It Yours: Go a few shades darker on the cabinet paint color for added contrast, or opt for white on the upper cabinets for an airier look....

To make them, stuff a layer of faux grass into the bottom of each boot. Add plastic eggs, candy, and other small gifts until you reach the top, then tuck in more faux grass for a pretty display in this clever basket alternative. For each, you’ll need 3/4-yard of colored print fabric (cut into 16x1 1/2-inch strips), four yards of cotton piping cord, and a hot-glue gun, glue sticks, or needle and thread....

If you’re looking for surprise party ideas, you’ve come to the right place! With fun surprise birthday party ideas, surprise party invitations, and even four printable surprise party games – there’s something for anyone who wants to host the most amazing surprise party ever! This post is sponsored by Evite and written as part of the Evite Influencer program. All opinions and ideas are 100% honest and my own....

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The only “problem” with October—despite all its fall glory—is that it tends to fly by so quickly that, come November and December, we’ll have let it slip by without enjoying what it has to offer. Before the month is up and winter is truly here, why not do one or two quintessentially fall activities with friends, your kids, your partner, or simply on your own? There are so many ways to relish in the season’s offering both big and small, near or far from home....

If you thought you couldn’t get soft, comfortable bedding for under $25, you’re sorely mistaken. Pillows, sheets, and throw blankets are on sale at a hugely discounted price, like this best-selling microfiber sheet set for $11. You can even get Eddie Bauer throw blankets up to 22 percent off right now. There are also generous home deals on items like Bona floor cleaners, Yankee Candle jar candles, and mini personal space heaters that’s going for just $20....

My family spends the summer at the pool swimming, playing water games, and just having a great time! One of my favorite things to do at the pool is to play pool games. It’s totally on our summer bucket list! You don’t need to have a pool party to play swimming pool games – just other people! And please please please make sure that when you’re playing any of these pool games that you keep a close eye on the kids....

“The neck often takes on more pressure from stress and tension build-up, since it falls forward when we look at a computer screen or phone,” says physical therapist Jennifer Esquer, PT, DPT, and creator of The Mobility Method and The Optimal Body. Giving yourself a soothing neck massage can feel amazing in the moment, but doesn’t always relieve deeper structural issues at play, which can cause the pain to return again and again....

The Most Magical Party Ideas Throwing a unicorn party is fairly simple and incredibly magical! The bright colors and glamorous glitter make this a whimsical party theme for any occasion. There’s inspiration everywhere and you can pull from other party themes as well. Rainbow parties with colorful details can often bring inspiration. There are even some great ideas for a unicorn party in my pirate party ideas post. The colorful sand and fruit ships could easily be modified for some unicorn fun!...

Prevention Can Be the Best Protection Self-defense actually starts before needing to react to the worst-case scenario—with self-awareness and preventive strategies. The first step is paying attention to your surroundings, says Teri Jory, PhD, fourth-degree black belt and creator of DFWM (Don’t F*** With Me) Self Defense Training. That means only walking and parking in well-lit areas. Keep your keys (with a safety whistle, defense spray, or safety necklace, if you desire) easily accessible as you approach your car or front door....

Yes, painting your home takes time and money, but you could get significant returns based on the colors you choose. As a rule of thumb, light, neutral colors are the way to go because color choice is highly subjective. “Everyone’s ideas of what they want and like—in colors, moods, and energy—are very different,” explains David Bluhm, co-founder of Plunk, an app that helps homeowners increase their home equity through improvements....

Along with watching the show for ideas, you can actually experience what it’s like to be in an episode firsthand through Stranger Things: The Experience, an immersive popup adventure for fans in select cities worldwide. The Experience is an opportunity to participate in an interactive storyline and indulge in ’80s nostalgia with merchandise, food and drinks, photo ops, and sets with special effects—and of course the decor there is completely in line with what appears on the show....

An initial bill proposed by the U.S. House of Representatives—one that sought to cut $17.5 billion in SNAP benefits, according to Robert Campbell, Policy Director at Feeding America, and increase labor burdens on parents, among other changes that will negatively impact millions of individuals—failed to pass, but new Farm Bills will be proposed, debated, and voted on in the House and Senate over the coming months as the September deadline nears....

Anyone who has lived in a home with thin or poor-quality window glass knows how it can alter how light enters the space. A good first step when window shopping? Look for thick, durable glass. The next step is recognizing the different types of window glass out there. Window glass can do more than just let light in. It can reduce noise, insulate the home, protect it, and more. Four common types of window glass are below; we’ll help you figure out which might be best for your home....