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Want to avoid pumpkin rot this Halloween season? There are a few tricks you can try in your efforts at preserving pumpkin for the big, scary night.

Decorating your perfect fall porch does not have to be a hassle! Check out some easy fall decorating tips to make your porch fall ready.

Home Renovations are a costly undertaking and it's vital to ensure you are protecting yourself and your largest asset when you hire a contractor. Check out some of these considerations before you begin the work.

If you're considering building a pool, it's important to understand all of the considerations and implications of that decision for you and your home. Read about what you should know before you build.

Check out this sneak peak of the show!

You may feel somewhat familiar with the construction portion of a remodel, but what happens before the remodel?

Purchasing new window coverings? Then you are going to want to read this checklist from our friends at Great Plains Blind Factory.

Need some ideas before you head to the show? Here are some of the trends in 2021!

Not sure how to take advantage of everything at the Des Moines Home + Garden Show? Here are some tips to plan your day at the show

Three major trends to come out of the pandemic and how they are inspiring 2021 home designs and beyond.

Check out our fun guide to color moods to get your next painting project just right!

New Gardener Nick is ready to walk you through knowing when and how to harvest your cauliflower.

Do you know when to sucker your tomato plants? Do you know how? Nick walks us through this important step to increase your tomato plant yield.

Get in touch with your inner homesteader and make great tasting memories with our guide to jam.

Bread making is a great way to take up some spare time and make something with your hands. If you're looking to add bread making to your repertoire? Check out our guide to No-Knead Bread!

Is your space ready for summer? Add these maintenance items to your spring cleaning list to help keep your home comfortable this season (and next!).

No green thumb? No problem! We've got three simple tips to help make your garden dreams a reality.

One of the elements that can really set the tone of your kitchen is the backsplash. To help inspire you, we've shared some of our favorite looks and styles.

The Des Moines Home + Garden Show has something for everyone – even your furry friends! See what Paws & Pints is bringing to the Iowa Events Center.

Before you visit Scraped Timber at the Des Moines Home + Garden Show, check out our fun Q&A to see what makes this family business tick!