Gardening & Sustainable Living Contributor
Tamarase Crisman contributes expertise in gardening, landscaping, and sustainable living practices for Liv Prist Vac. She is dedicated to promoting greener homes through eco-conscious choices and outdoor designs that support both beauty and biodiversity. Tamarase highlights seasonal planning, responsible resource use, and natural aesthetics. Her work encourages readers to create healthier environments that connect indoor comfort with the outdoors.
Ditch Single Use for Reusables Let’s cut to it single use stuff is lazy waste. If it’s designed to be used once and tossed, it probably has a better, longer lasting alternative. Start with the obvious: plastic wrap. Swap it out for beeswax wraps. They mold to bowls or food just as well, without ending […]
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Why Sustainable Swaps Matter in 2026 Climate change isn’t some far off scenario anymore it’s happening now. Wildfires, extreme storms, and rising temperatures aren’t headlines from somewhere else. They’re showing up in our backyards. And while global challenges demand global action, one of the most powerful battlegrounds is much closer: your home. Every household decision
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Start with a Year Round Energy Audit Before making any seasonal updates, homeowners should understand how their home performs as a system. A year round energy audit either professional or DIY is the smartest way to identify inefficiencies and prioritize improvements. Why Conduct an Energy Audit? An energy audit provides a detailed picture of where
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Spring: Reset and Recharge Spring is when your yard wakes up and you need to meet it halfway. Start by clearing away any winter debris like branches, leftover leaves, and dead grass. It’s not just for looks your soil and grassroots need to breathe. Once the surface is clean, prep the soil by loosening it
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Why Cabinets Deserve the Spotlight Your kitchen cabinets aren’t just practical they’re the visual anchor of the entire space. In most kitchens, they take up the majority of the eye level surface area, setting the tone for everything else, from backsplash to countertops. Cabinets as the Kitchen’s Focal Point Cabinets occupy about 60 70% of
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Understand the Lighting Layers Good lighting isn’t one size fits all. It’s a mix a layering act that brings your space to life in ways a single ceiling fixture never could. First, ambient lighting. This is your base layer. Think general illumination the overhead glow that fills the room. It sets the mood and makes
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Make Every Square Inch Count Small spaces aren’t a problem they’re a challenge. The kind that rewards smart design over extra square footage. One of the quickest wins? Multipurpose furniture. Think storage ottomans that hide clutter, fold out desks that vanish when the workday’s done, expandable dining tables that grow only when guests show up.
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Start with the Room’s Purpose Before you choose a single color, figure out what the room needs to do. Is it a space to focus? To unwind? To host friends? The answer will steer everything from palette to patterns. A home office calls for clarity and alertness, so cooler tones and minimal distractions fit. A
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What Makes Scandinavian Style Stand Out Scandinavian design has captured global attention for its unique ability to balance simplicity and warmth. Clean lines, clutter free spaces, and a calm palette do more than just look good they create a lifestyle centered on comfort, clarity, and connection. Minimalism Meets Comfort Scandi style proves that minimalism doesn’t
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Bold Minimalism Is the New Maximalism Minimalism in 2026 isn’t about empty rooms and cold surfaces. It’s about stripping things down without stripping away personality. Clean lines and negative space are the canvas but on that canvas, designers are placing bold, sculptural elements that stand out. Think a curved stone coffee table, a single oversized
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