F E A T U R E A R T I C L E S
I N E V E R Y I S S U E
4 EDITOR'S LETTER
5 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT
Sticks & Leaves
Embroidery on fabric.
6 7 QUESTIONS WITH…
An Antique Seller
A collector reflects on all
things vintage.
8 PINCH OF GOODNESS
Straight From the Heart
How one organization helped a
fire victim rebuild his life.
23 VALUE-ADD
Car Essentials
Items that deserve a permanent
place in your vehicle.
26 UPKEEP
Seal the Deal
A comprehensive guide
to weatherstripping.
27 PASS THE TIME
Autumn Anthems
Our favorite albums that
feel like fall.
28 FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT
Chili Cookoff
Award-worthy chili recipes.
30 ASK A COMMUNITY
MANAGER
Can an Association Change
Rules After Purchase?
Rosa Henao breaks down how
rules change over time.
37 PARLOR TALK
What's Something You've Done
That Most People Haven't?
Readers share their
once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
38 HEALTH & WELLNESS
Deep Breaths
Eight breathwork techniques for
fast, calming relief.
10 PUMPKINS THAT LAST
Tricks to keep yours fresh.
12 DESIGN DECODED
Home design terms explained.
14 SLOW DOWN SEASON
Simple shifts for a happier fall.
24 STILL IN THE CARDS
A look into the world of
trading cards.
31 PROTECTING YOUR PROPERTY
Five ways community associations
maintain property values.
32 BACK-TO-SCHOOL READY
Practical community preparation tips.
34 CHOOSING THE RIGHT
TEACHER GIFT
Outlining what to gift teachers—and when.
36 TRUNK OR TREAT
The 101 on this Halloween alternative.
PUMPKINS THAT LAST
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SLOW DOWN SEASON
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CHILI COOKOFF
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