Forget the bottle of wine, these unique and practical hostess gifts will guarantee you a return invite and won't break the bank.

10 great hostess gifts under $20

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Home Decor

Chatelaine's home director shares the pros, cons and prices of 8 common kitchen countertops.

Kitchen Countertop Guide: 8 types including pros and cons

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From storage to furniture, keep your home blooming year-round with these floral decor pieces.

10 gorgeous floral finds for your entire home

From storage to furniture, keep your home blooming year-round with these botanical beauties.

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Whether you have a cottage or just love the cottage look, these beautiful spaces provide plenty of interior inspiration.

15 cottage decorating ideas to steal now

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Taking a trip to some flea markets this summer? Turn your found treasures into home-decor gems with these unique ideas.

10 things to scoop up at summer flea markets

Old drawers (new serving trays), rusty cake pans (succulent planters), tin cans (utensil holders) and more.

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Muskoka cottage decor: Long sultry days punctuated with dips in the refreshing water of a pristine lake, s'mores by the campfire and warm star-filled nights are the essence of summer living. Take a peek inside this gorgeous lake house

Muskoka cottage decor

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Follow this tutorial to create a rustic herb arrangement, courtesy of The Plant Recipe Book. Three steps on how make an indoor herb garden.

How to make an indoor herb garden

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DIY Crafts

Living with plants is not only good for you but right on trend. Refresh a corner of your home with a chic planter and some of these low-maintenance plants.

Six low-maintenance plants to brighten up any room

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10 thoughtful hostess gifts under $20

The ultimate kitchen countertop buying guide

10 gorgeous floral finds for your entire home

15 cottage decorating ideas to steal now

10 things to scoop up at summer flea markets

A peek inside a stunning Muskoka, Ontario cottage

How to make an indoor herb garden in 3 steps

Six low-maintenance plants to brighten up any room