Emily VanSchmus
Better Homes and Gardens
Des Moines, IA, United States
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16 International Women's Day Quotes That Will Empower You
This International Women's Day, we're taking inspiration from a few of the world's most powerful women. Read words from women worth listening to. → Read More
How to Make Your Own Colorful Punch Needle Designs at Home
Learn how to make punch needle art. → Read More
Host the Ultimate Family-Friendly New Year's Eve Party
Include your kids in the celebration with these fun and entertaining ideas for New Year's Eve kid-friendly parties. Everyone will have a blast! → Read More
42 Beautiful Centerpiece Ideas for Your Thanksgiving Table
These Thanksgiving centerpieces will wow your guests. Get our best Thanksgiving centerpiece ideas using fresh flowers, gourds, pumpkins, and more. → Read More
6 Festive Charcuterie Boards to Make for Hanukkah
Make a savory latke board for this year's celebration. Get inspired by our favorite Hanukkah charcuterie board ideas. → Read More
27 Fun, Festive, and Fancy Pumpkin Decorating Ideas for Halloween
You've never seen fun and fancy pumpkins like these! Mix in a few of our designs with your traditional jack-o'-lanterns for a festive surprise. → Read More
The Historical Reason We Associate Apple Pie With the Fourth of July
A recipe for apple pie was included in the very first American cookbook in 1796. → Read More
9 Homemade Cranberry Sauce Recipes That Will Steal the Show
Cranberry sauce is a must-have at the Thanksgiving dinner table. Here are our favorite homemade cranberry sauce recipes. → Read More
The Most Popular Halloween Decor Trends of 2022
To help inspire your holiday decorating, we’ve rounded up the hottest Halloween decor trends. These are the most popular Halloween decorating trends of 2022. → Read More
How to Celebrate New Year's Eve at Home
Enjoy our easy and festive ideas from the eve of 2022 and learn how to celebrate New Year's Eve at home—any year. → Read More
First Look: Our Favorite Dave & Jenny Marrs Products From the New BHG Home Collection
The television stars just launched an indoor decor collection as part of the BHG Walmart line. Shop our editors' favorite Dave and Jenny products from Walmart. → Read More
11 Retaining Wall Ideas to Maximize Your Outdoor Space
Whether you're looking to install a DIY retaining wall in your backyard or fix up one that already exists, these retaining wall ideas will help you get the most out of your outdoor area. → Read More
You Can Sleep Under the Stars at This Tiny Glass House
Homeowner Sheri Holland wants guests of The Glass House to feel like they're staying outdoors. This 255-square-foot Texas home opens up to the outdoors and features a bed that can be rolled onto the patio. → Read More
Vintage Accessories and French Style Combine in This Tiny Texas Home
The homeowner's love of secondhand pieces can be seen throughout every inch of her 460-square-foot house. → Read More
How to Paint a Garage Door for Fresh Curb Appeal
Learn how to paint a garage door, what kind of paint to use for your garage, and what kind of brushes to use. With our easy instructions, you can easily refresh the look of your garage in just a few days. → Read More
Our Editor's Favorite Picks From Dave and Jenny Marrs' New Walmart Line
Dave and Jenny Marrs recently partnered with BHG to launch an outdoor line at Walmart. → Read More
This Eccentric 199-Square-Foot Tiny House Is Filled with Modern Farmhouse Charm
Owner Katie Harrington puts a colorful spin on the modern farmhouse aesthetic. → Read More
Yes, We Just Launched an Outdoor Collection with HGTV's Dave and Jenny Marrs!
The new Marrs collection in partnership with BHG is now available exclusively at Walmart. → Read More
How to Make a Tulip Carrot Wreath for a Quick Easter Decoration
Welcome spring, warmer weather, and your Easter brunch guests with a cheery DIY carrot wreath made out of tulips. This carrot wreath is made to look like a snack for the Easter bunny himself! → Read More
9 Tips to Help You Save Money at Costco
Did you know there are secret codes on the price tags? → Read More