better homes and gardens august 2013 issue

August 2013

Better Homes & Gardens August 2013 Magazine Cover

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Great Style for Less

That's the premise of this issue. It's our annual deep dive into the ideas, the strategies, and the sheer imagination that make decorating on a budget successful and fun.

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Bonus content!

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Blog we love

THE DUO Teri Lyn Fisher and Jenny Park are the creative minds behind the quirky food blog Spoon Fork Bacon. The photographer and food stylist have an affection for tasty comfort food that landed them a book deal and led them to start a blog.

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On a budget

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Win $25,000 for Your Home!

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CHILL OUT

Put the "ah" in August with a cool-off party starring juiced-up pops. Serve the frozen, fruity cocktails in glasses so you don't miss a drop.

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Easy does it

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Get framed

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47% The portion of Americans who say they'd like more biking facilities...

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August ambition

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Savin' maven

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Irresistible

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See worthy

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Nice saves!

Feeling underwater? These budget-friendly ideas, apps, and products can help you rise above it all.

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Tech it out

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Meet: Jeanette Pavini

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Budget secrets from a stylist

Magazine pro Elizabeth Beeler happily kicks up her feet in a small home brimming with personality-- and decorating tricks.

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Squash Blossom

If tangerine has too much zing, try a more palatable orange-- one of the golden tones of these bountiful garden blooms-- to lift your rooms.

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Julie Guggemos

Meet the retail dynamo responsible for bringing Threshold, a new line of affordable, can't-resist home furnishings, to a Target store near you.

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Super saver

Mom of two, attorney, and self-taught decorator Mary Emma Civins shares how she pinches pennies to create a home that looks like a million.

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Don't you love a bargain? 30 budget decorating tips+tricks

We asked a bunch of our favorite design pros to share their secrets for beautiful rooms that don't break the bank. And boy, did they deliver! Read on for a healthy dose of inspiration, some good advice, and plenty of ideas.

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Keep the Change

A kitchen remodel for $3,200? You bet! This couple dug in without ripping out, and they have a pretty new space to show for it.

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Kitchen Wise Buys

You don't have to spend a bundle to give your kitchen a boost. Priced-right accents that work hard and amp up style, like these, are always a two-for-one deal.

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Psst, What's the Password?

Do you use the same password for more than one online account? If so, stop right now! It's time to learn the simple steps for keeping your money and your identity safe online.

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Connect the spots

Try these 10 simple tricks to turn disjointed outdoor spaces into one smooth-flowing landscape.

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Is It Ripe?

Harvest the very best flavors from your summer garden by recognizing the clues each crop gives when it's prime for picking.

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MOSS MEDIA

It's easy to give garden art or pots a woodsy, been-here-for-years patina. Moss thrives on any moist, porous surface. Here's how to get it to stick and grow.

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Iced Tea

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Sight-savers

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5% How much less you'll oat (on average) to fly if you buy your ticket on the weekend...

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Tick off!

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Tune up your brain

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Long, tall drink of water

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Happy trails

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Quicker fixer-upper

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75% The amount by which you can lower your risk of memory problems if you adopt three healthy behaviors (such as healthy eating, not smoking, and exercising regularly)...

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Right on the Money

Get ready for back-to-school with our savings cheat sheet. Extra credit: These bargain tips work for extracurricular shopping, too!

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Prep rally

More and more, August means back-to-school time. Make getting ready easy with these smart tips.

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For your amusement

For your amusement With shopping and shows to go with the thrill rides, theme parks offer fun for parents and kids. Find the right fit for your family.

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