A local home tour results in some interesting discoveries about the origin of a sponge.
I spent $100 at the bookstore on actual books and felt like a relic.
A decade of planning begins to reap benefits in Arlandria.
We installed bi-fold doors to conceal our laundry space in the basement
My kids think the Christmas elf is adorable, but there are legions who think he's creepy.
The holiday countdown is on! Here's some ideas and inspiration to help you cross off a few more names on your list.
Imagine a Christmas without presents. That could be a reality for more than 650 children in Alexandria this year.
Get to know the people who make up our community. This new blog will share the unique stories of the individuals who live, work or frequent Del Ray.
Shop these fabulous finds under $50 and support the small businesses on Mt. Vernon Avenue on Saturday.
A quick stroll in downtown Del Ray and you've got yourself the perfect sweet and savory gift basket.
Massive new park opens its first phase just north of Arlandria.
Walking up to this eye-catching yellow house, you immediately picture yourself lounging on its charming front porch.
The Four Mile Run Farmers & Artisans Market holds it final market day of the 2011 season and its full of special events and surprise announcements.
First a performance for the kids and then a cooking demo for the adults at 4MRMarket this Sunday!
A small community investment and a lot of hard work gets a boost from Dominion power and City volunteers.
The hope of a Potomac Yard Metro station on the west side of the CSX tracks is still alive.
Our second take at Tough Mudder proves just as fun, but also more pleasant than the first.
Find tips on greening your home from a local sustainable yoga studio.
When a major renovation isn't in the cards, a local resident creatively mixes old and new elements into a bright, updated space.
Moving toward the revitalization of Four Mile Run Park, 4MRMarket is the place to be this Sunday for Fall harvest specialties.
To finish up our kitchen makeover we have painted the cabinets.
Melissa and Bruni tell us how they designed and built their thriving green roof shed.
The season may be winding down, but there's still time to get to 4MRMarket.
We sat down with a local garden expert to get the inside scoop on unique fall perennials as well as tips for keeping your mums and pansies happy.
At a farm in Charles County, Md., our family learned about worm composting and honeybees.
Watch an old house on Howell Avenue become an intimate French cafe styled after the classic red-roofed Virginia farmhouse.
Making high quality soap is a true DIY venture. Find out how lye, water and oils come together in these one-of-a-kind natural soaps.
Labor Day weekend means celebrating the fruits of the labor of the farmers, artisans, crafters and intrepid volunteers that keep the Four Mile Run Farmers and Artisans Market alive.
There are very few things that would keep the intrepid volunteers from putting on the Four ?Mile Run Farmers Market. As the band sang, "don't you remember it was the rain that drowned you."
I made an inexpensive mirror from some materials I had at home.
Simple changes make a big impact in this DIY porch makeover.
The Four Mile Run Farmers Market in Arlandria is not just about the great food. Talented and enterprising crafters also come to show their wares.
A stylish couple put their heart and soul into their 8-month DIY kitchen remodel with stunning results.
New bus shelter design might replace the old worn ones along the Avenue. Maybe. But don't expect additional shelters anytime soon.
See how I reupholstered some chairs
The most-anticipated event of the year for our family is just around the corner.
I fixed our ever-running toilet with a new fill valve.
Ever wonder about the people who refuse to look at you as you pass on the sidewalk? I do.
"Before" shots of our home.
See how this couple gives their dated bathroom a fresh, updated look with crisp tiles, new fixtures, and additional storage.