These DIY shower steamers use essential oils for a wonderful aromatherapy experience. An alternative to bath bombs for shower lovers. Pretty enough for gift giving, too. I'm not a bathtub person. Maybe if I had one of those gorgeous deep soaker tubs that sit just under a window with a beautiful view, I would be....

Learn about 17 plants that grow under trees. All are easy to grow and good ideas to add to your garden shopping list this season. Most homes have a few trees around the property, and often it's hard to know what will grow there. Today, I have a list of plants I have grown under...

This zuppa toscana soup recipe is easy and delicious with a nod to the Italian countryside. Great for a warm and hearty dinner or simple lunch any day of the week. Many years ago, we visited Italy. We stayed near Florence and traveled around Tuscany a bit, then ended up in Rome. It was probably my favorite...

Learn how to make this easy DIY hanging macrame planter from garden or butcher's twine for all your indoor plants. When you start to have a lot of indoor plants or just a small living space, eventually you will want to hang more plants to take advantage of the light. This is obviously a good...

Learn about the different types of peonies, such as tree peonies and Itoh peonies, their history, and basic care.  Hands down, the peony is my all-time favorite flower. I used to say that I could not pick a favorite, and there are several flowers that I really love. However, peony plants are definitely my favorite,...