DIY candy is sweet

Candymaking has a reputation for being time-consuming and difficult, but with these shortcuts, it's easy and good (and just in time for Easter).

Candymaking has a reputation for being time-consuming and difficult, but with these shortcuts, it's easy and good (and just in time for Easter).

Finding a whimsical vintage lamp at a flea market can be great, but what if it doesn't have a shade? You might find something off-the-rack. (Yawn.) Or do it yourself and craft a shade that honors the style of the lamp and is truly one-of-a-kind.

Learn how ordinary, unassuming household items have hidden superpowers. We scoured cleaning guides, magazines and the Internet, along with asking our friends, moms and grandmothers to find the best double-duty ideas.

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