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Zoe Mack lives in a picturesque corner of New York's Hudson Valley with her husband and a black and white cat who seems to believe he is a small, furry person. She has been a freelance writer since 2004, and enjoys writing on a wide variety of topics.

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Autos > Fuel Economy How to save on gas without buying a hybrid vehicle: 5 of 77

As the economic forecast grows increasingly cloudy, many Americans are finding it necessary to cut expenses. Fuel efficiency has become the main selling point for new cars, and more and more hybrid vehicles can be found on the roads. But what if buying a new, more fuel-efficient vehicle is not an option? There are still plen...
Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) How to save on utility bills: 1 of 14

Everyone wants to save money on their utility bills. You could always simply stop using your utilities; this would save you the most money, but you would likely find that you missed electricity, heat, and running water. The trick is to find ways to reduce your consumption of gas, water, and electricity without noticeably imp...
Home & Garden > Home Interior How to make a small kitchen look larger: 1 of 13

Small kitchen spaces can be frustrating. No matter how you try to usher friends and family into the living room, they invariably congregate in your tiny kitchen, where you are busy trying to balance pots, pans, and chopping boards as you prepare dinner. Magazines and television shows abound with spacious, airy kitchens and m...
Home & Garden > Home Interior How to decorate your home with budget artwork: 1 of 11

Art can decorate a space like nothing else. It can uplift the soul and turn a drab wall into a thing of beauty. Of course, a lot of great art also comes with a great price tag. What can you do when your budget is tight, but you are sick of looking at that old floral print or the tattered Led Zeppelin poster that you've had s...
Home & Garden > Lawn & Landscaping Organic fences as an option for your garden: 1 of 10

While the phrase "organic fencing" may be new to you, the concept has been around for ages. Most organic fences of the past were called by the mundane and altogether un-exciting name of "hedge". Basically, this is all an organic fence is: a fence made out of some sort of living material. Organic fences can be created from tr...
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness How much water should we drink every day?: 1 of 10

A great deal of attention is often given to the question of how much water you should drink, and answers can be confusingly different. Many sources cite the well-known "8-10 glasses a day" rule, but others may encourage you to drink 12 or more glasses, or only to drink when you are thirsty. So who do you believe? What, you m...
Home & Garden > Home Interior Ways to make your house seem bigger and more spacious: 1 of 8

Whether entertaining, working from home, or just relaxing, a home that feels spacious and roomy promotes feelings of well-being and peacefulness. Conversely, a cramped and cluttered home can add to the stress of everyday life and make it harder to relax. No matter what the actual square footage of a home, the following techn...
Hobbies & Games > Home Decor Crafts Create your own magnets: 1 of 8

Magnets and fridges go together like, well, magnets and fridges. I don't think I have ever seen a fridge sans magnets, at least outside a showroom. And what better way to decorate your fridge than with incredibly cool, super fantastic, ultra hip magnets that you have made yourself? No matter what your style and tastes are, y...
Home & Garden > Home Interior How to make a small bath look larger: 1 of 7

If the kitchen is the heart of the home, the bathroom is often the sanctuary. Unfortunately, this sanctuary is not always the roomy, spa-like space you'd like it to be. Especially in older homes, bathrooms may be just big enough to comfortably fit tub, toilet, and sink, but there are ways to maximizing the space you do have ...
Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) Tips for a successful garage sale: 5 of 34

Garage sales (or yard sales, if you haven't got a garage) are the perfect way to get rid of some of your clutter and make some money at the same time. However, before you dump the contents of your attic into the driveway and pull up a lawn chair, there are a few things you need to know to make sure your sale is a success. 1....