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30+ years experiences conceptualizing, writing, and producing home improvement content for publishers Dotdash Meredith, Trusted Media Brands, and AMG ParadeFormer Home Improvement editor for BHG.comFormer editor of Better Homes & Gardens Special Interest titles including Kitchen Makeovers, Beautiful Kitchens, Kitchen Planning Guide, Kitchen & Bath Products Guide, Simply Perfect Storage, Dream Storage, and Weekend MakeoversContributing author to two Better Homes & Gardens books–Color: The Complete Guide for Your Home and Fireplace Design and Decorating Ideas

As dieffenbachia ages and continues to grow, its lower leaves may fall off and reveal a thick, almost bamboolike stem in dark green. Dieffenbachia occasionally bears calla-type flowers followed by red berries (a rare occurrence). Dieffenbachia Care Must-Knows Dieffenbachia doesn’t require much care to thrive. Although it tolerates low light, it does best in bright, indirect light with protection from sun. Filtered light is especially important in the spring and summer when dieffenbachia is putting out new leaves, which may suffer from sunburn if exposed to bright light that shines directly on the plant....

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[button-pdf id=“551359” title=“Get complete DIY instructions!” /] Napkin Set Use a stamp and ink to add a sweet message to napkins. We opted for a cheers-y memo. Tie the stack up with jute or bakers twine. DIY Disposables This eco-chic silverware is incredibly easy. Choose your favorite washi tape pattern and go! Drink Markers Charm your party guests with these personalized cocktail markers. All it takes is clothespins and paint pens!...

Make your own tissue paper pom-poms with these simple steps. Plus, if you need a bunch in a pinch, it’s more affordable (and super easy) to create several using a basic pack of tissue paper. With this versatile hack, you can switch up the color combinations to suit any holiday or special occasion. For big party displays, string them on a garland or dangle a cluster from the ceiling. Or use small ones as gift toppers or gather them in decorative containers to showcase as a centerpiece....

Note: We used Fall Flower Watercolor Bouquet by craftberrybush and Portadown Watercolor Floral by angiemakes, both printed by Spoonflower.

1 quart vanilla ice cream, slightly softened ¾ cup canned pumpkin 1 tablespoon orange liqueur or orange juice 1 ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

Note: If using bacon or pepperoni, serve baked bread within 2 hours or freeze for longer storage. *Note If using chilled dough, increase rising time to 45 minutes. The longer the dough stands in the refrigerator, the stickier it becomes. Take care not to overwork the dough as you don’t want to destroy the air pockets that have formed. **Note If desired, place a baking stone on the middle oven rack before preheating....

2 large limes ½ cup finely chopped sweet onion (1 medium) 3 tablespoon snipped fresh cilantro ½ teaspoon sugar ¼ teaspoon salt