Golf course home fits couple to a tee

Jason Hayburn drew two floor plans before he ever set foot in the house that would eventually become his family's home. The end result is part of Saturday's Dearborn Symphony Home Tour. More

Trip to Thailand yields amazing fabric for clothing projects

At the time of this interview, professional sewer Yana Dee of Traverse City was in the midst of filling a custom order from one of her Internet sales, despite feeling a bit anxious. More

Day-boat scallops add tasty twist to caprese salad

Whenever I spy the word 'caprese,' whether on a menu or in a cookbook, I snap to attention. 'Caprese,' which means 'in the style of Capri,' is best known for caprese salad and includes three of my favorites – basil, tomatoes and fresh mozzarella. More

College speakers offer advice that changes lives

'Tis the season for commencement speeches. Ever since Anna Quindlen's 'Get a Life' address written for Villanova University and Steve Jobs' amazing wisdom to the graduates at Stanford, the bar has been set high for sage advice imparted to graduates. More

A handy idea for personalizing the walls

A focal point doesn't have to be an obvious option, such as a fireplace. As Lanie and John Tobin demonstrate, it can be something a little more original. More

Prep for party season by cleaning up the outside

Memorial Day is the traditional start to the outdoor entertaining season, but your home's exterior is probably in need of some serious cleaning before you have your first barbecue party of the year. More

Right start makes sure new conifers stay ever green

Steven Courtney, manager of Michigan State University's Hidden Lake Gardens in Tipton, is my new go-to guy when I have questions about conifers. More

Particulars of mystery print's creator elusive

Leslie Littell's husband is of German heritage, and his grandparents were married in that country in 1929. Approximately a decade later, the couple immigrated to the United States. ' More

Welcome mat: The latest and greatest for your home

See glasswork and more at Fine Art at the Village of Rochester Hills, attend Flower Day, hear music in the Boston-Edison district, tour homes and more. More

How to take care of oak trees

Oaks live so long and have such appeal in the landscape that planting one becomes a good investment — one that will outlive the house itself if a few guidelines are followed. More

Garden calendar

Pick up plants all over town, learn about heirloom tomatoes and herbs, get your soil tested and more. More