WE ALL KNOW THEM. Friends who never need an excuse to host an enjoyable get-together. These are the people who have a ready-made party in their pantry, complete with ingredients for a perfect martini and gourmet olives of every origin and flavor. They have plastic cups personalized with their monograms and cute pink and green [...]

Nothing says “Hello autumn” like the warmth of candles. With a little creativity, these flickering flames do more than simply light a room. Arranged with care, candles can create a focal point, enhance a centerpiece, or even become a conversation starter. Here, take a fresh look at one of the oldest sources of light in [...]

At first it may feel like just a rug. Then you slide your hand up and over the patterns etched in an area rug drenched in blues, grays, and ivories and wonder: Should I get one?
Of course you should, say Charles Snider and Dawn Rezai, two local rug vendors.
Rugs can accent what you already have [...]

I’ve found a great new place to shop for my home. It’s close and convenient, and the bargains are fabulous. Where is this new “It” store, you ask? It’s my own home. Making the most of what we have certainly makes good sense in this economic climate, but I say this philosophy makes good sense [...]

It’s a good time for do-it-yourself projects. How-to information abounds—in print, online, at retailers, from friends—so that even the most novice do’ers can learn how to accomplish small, low-budget projects with a little inspiration and guidance. Here, Central Virginia HOME showcases local projects that just may inspire you to “do it yourself.”
Tommy Nelson’s “kitchen garden” [...]