Michigan Home and Lifestyle Magazine

03/27/2020

How are you spending your time at home during the Stay Home, Stay Safe executive order?

03/20/2020

We should all look at the silver lining in our current events.

The mandate to stay home is giving each of us valuable time to reconnect with our loved ones. More time to play board games and do puzzles, cook meals together and talk.

I've heard of many who are stepping up to help others and businesses that are getting creative in the way they're doing things (like this idea that I love): https://www.thewhitney.com/events/Give-a-Cake,-Get-a-Gift

Maybe this worldwide event is the reset that we humans need to be reminded of what really matters in life.

Be kind, be safe, and count your blessings.

03/05/2020

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03/05/2020

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03/05/2020

Distressed Design - Michigan Home and Lifestyle Magazine

We love these chandeliers made from repurposed materials!
https://michiganhomeandlifestyle.com/distressed-design/

#distresseddesign #michiganhomeandlifeatyle
#greatlighting #reducereuserepurpose #design #decoratingdreams

Distressed Design repurposes old, discarded items and turns them into dignified works of art that also served a new purpose.

02/28/2020

Decorating with Textiles - Michigan Home and Lifestyle Magazine

Trying to find some decorating inspiration? We've got some tips and tricks on how to decorate with textiles.

https://michiganhomeandlifestyle.com/decorating-with-textiles

What are Textiles? In interior design, the term “textile” refers to any product that’s woven or made of fibers or fabric.

02/21/2020

Look what we saw at the Grand Rapids Woodland Mall Barnes and Noble store!

02/14/2020

Happy Valentines Day from us to you! We hope you have a great time celebrating with your loved ones.
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#valentines #valentinesday2020 #love #happy #family #michiganhomeandlifestyle

01/30/2020

Glide Like the Wind: Iceboat Sailing - Michigan Home and Lifestyle Magazine %

If you're searching for a new, fun winter activity, look no further. Iceboat sailing not only gives you a nice adrenaline rush but connects you to a new community that you may not know about.
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#winter #iceboatsailing #activity #fun #new #club #sailing #community #friends #sports #michiganhomeandlifestyle

https://michiganhomeandlifestyle.com/glide-like-the-wind-iceboat-sailing/

Iceboat sailing, also known as ice yacht sailing, has been a popular winter pastime for many who relish the feel of the wind taking hold of their sails and propelling them across the frozen surface of a lake at breakneck speeds.

01/24/2020

Bring on the Sun - Michigan Home and Lifestyle Magazine

Seasonal depression is REAL. Stop it before it begins with these fun tricks to keep up your vitiman D throughout the frigid winter. Check out our Winter 2019 magazine for more information. •
#sun #happy #relax #vitamind #winter #behappy #fun #tricks #michiganhomeandlifestyle

https://michiganhomeandlifestyle.com/bring-on-the-sun/

Information for those suffering from a vitamin d deficiency, or seasonal affective disorder (SAD) often caused by a lack of sunny days.

01/16/2020

Kalamazoo Cat Cafe - Michigan Home and Lifestyle Magazine

If you are looking for a warm cup of coffee and possibly a new furry friend, take a trip to the cat cafe and rescue located in Kalamazoo.
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#fun #catcafe #pets #adoption #rescue #friends #coffee #warm #kalamazoo #michigan #michiganhomeandlifestyle

https://michiganhomeandlifestyle.com/kalamazoo-cat-cafe/

Kalamazoo Cat Café and Rescue and director Abbey Thompson have facilitated over 180 adoptions since 2017, fostering between 20 and 40 cats at a time.

01/09/2020

Metals: Mix it Up! - Michigan Home and Lifestyle Magazine

Start off the new year by adding a unique look to your home using a mix of metals.

#michiganhomeandlifestyle #metals #home #mix #mixitup #new #newyear #unique #personal #fresh

https://michiganhomeandlifestyle.com/metals-mix-it-up/

How to mix metals in your finishes

01/03/2020

Cheers to the new year and the start to a new decade. We hope you all had a wonderful end to 2019. Happy New Year from us to you!
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#newyear #celebrate #2020 #newdecade #love #family #friends #happy #goals #new

12/19/2019

Chicken Marsala - Michigan Home and Lifestyle Magazine

The winter season calls for a warm and comforting meal like chicken marsala.
Go to our website to find the recipe from Spencer's Route 46 in Saginaw.
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#food #comfort #winter #warm #chicken #yummy #michiganhomeandlifestyle #spencersroute46 #recipe

https://michiganhomeandlifestyle.com/chicken-marsala/

Spencer's Route 46 Saginaw, MI

12/13/2019

Festive Holiday Lighting - Tips and Tricks from a Pro - Michigan Home and Lifestyle Magazine

Whether you choose simplistic or extravagant, holiday lighting is a must! It always helps to have some tips or tricks to create a beautiful display.
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#holiday #season #celebrate #festive #lights #family #fun #thankful #michiganhomeandlifestyle #christmaslights

https://michiganhomeandlifestyle.com/festive-holiday-lighting-tips-tricks-pro/

If you’re a new homeowner or are feeling particularly festive this year, you might be considering decorating your own home for others to enjoy during the dark evenings that winter brings. But for some, this is nothing short of a daunting task – where do you start?

12/06/2019

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12/06/2019

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12/06/2019

On newsstands now!

12/04/2019

Sweet En Suite - Michigan Home and Lifestyle Magazine

Make your master bedroom a suite that touches all of your senses. Learn how in our Winter issue. On newsstands now!

https://michiganhomeandlifestyle.com/sweet-en-suite/

#suite #senses #relaxation #bathroom #personal #calming #sweetensuite #happyplace #michiganhomeandlifestyle #LizJerore #@Homecabinetry+interiors #bathroomensuite

Today, most homeowners desire a master bedroom en suite, a quiet place to wind down from the challenges we all face in a typical day.

11/29/2019

Hostess Gifts: Beyond the Wine - Michigan Home and Lifestyle Magazine %

The holidays wouldn't be the same without fun festivities with the people you care about.
Make sure to show your love and appreciation by finding the best gift for the best hostess.

https://michiganhomeandlifestyle.com/hostess-gifts-beyond-the-wine/

#holiday #season #party #gifts #celebrate #hostess #fun #thankful #michiganhomeandlifestyle

This year, instead of a traditional bottle of wine, perhaps something different is in order. So be prepared. The trick is to be thoughtful. What does the host enjoy? Here’s some inspiration for all of your event gifting.

11/22/2019

The holiday season is a great time to start new traditions with your loved ones, especially when it comes to cookies. Consider hosting a cookie exchange or attending a cookie tour. Visit our website for more details!

https://michiganhomeandlifestyle.com/a-sweet-tour-of-west-michigan-christmas-cookies/

https://michiganhomeandlifestyle.com/how-to-host-a-cookie-exchange/
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#cookies #sweets #holiday #fun #tour #michigan #michiganhomeandlifestyle #christmas #christmascookies #westmichigan #lamplighterbedandbreakfast #cocoacottagebedandbreakfast #candliteinnbedandbreakfast #bearlakebedandbreakfast #ludingtonbedandbreakfast

11/16/2019

Seasonal Celebrations: Use Nature as Inspiration! - Michigan Home and Lifestyle Magazine %

It’s beginning to look a lot like decorating season!
Find out how to incorporate nature into your holiday decor with the seasonal celebrations article on our website!
#holiday #winter #fall #michigan #michiganhomeandlifestyle #decorating #decorations #seasons #seasonalfood

https://michiganhomeandlifestyle.com/seasonal-celebrations-use-nature-as-inspiration/

Through the years, nature has been a guiding force for her creative soirées, like the garden party she hosted during the summer. “I create the feel with the look,” says Batayneh, who installed wallpaper with a bold floral pattern in the entryway that sets the tone for the entire home.

11/07/2019

Your Personal Reading Refuge - Michigan Home and Lifestyle Magazine

What could be more perfect for a chilly day than your own personal reading refuge? Find tips for creating a home library where you can while away the snow days.
#snow #snowday #reading #books #homelibrary #paulstebleton #personallibrary #cozy #relax #michiganhomeandlifestyle

https://michiganhomeandlifestyle.com/personal-reading-refuge/

Today, home libraries are once again on the rise, riding a wave of nostalgia for the printed word. Home libraries can fit any budget and, like a reader’s taste, can change with evolving interests.

10/27/2019

Enjoy the spooky season by exploring some of the most historic ghost towns in Michigan.

https://michiganhomeandlifestyle.com/the-towns-that-once-were-michigans-ghost-towns/

09/04/2019

We love it when you share photos with us! Where is the most interesting place you've found Michigan Home and Lifestyle?

08/26/2019

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08/26/2019

The Fall 2019 issue of Michigan Home and Lifestyle magazine is on shelves now!

08/26/2019

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07/29/2019

View Thomas McKenna's Obituary on Mlive.com and share memories

It is with great sadness that we share the news that our friend and colleague, Tom McKenna, has died. Tom was our sales representative for Southwest Michigan.

https://obits.mlive.com/obituaries/kalamazoo/obituary.aspx?n=thomas-mckenna&pid=193488943&fhid=4568

McKenna, Thomas Portage, Michigan Thomas Michael McKenna, 67, passed away July 25, 2019. He was born February 29, 1952 in Grand Rapids to the late Edw

06/06/2019

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06/06/2019

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05/20/2019

If you haven't received your Summer issue, it should arrive in your mailbox soon! Your local retailer will have it in the next week too.

Don't subscribe? You can fix that by visiting our website! https://michiganhomeandlifestyle.com/subscribe/

05/14/2019

We love bees and found this article really interesting!

Busy bees have to sleep, too! Native bees sleep 5 to 8 hours a day, often in flowers holding each other's legs so they don't fall out! This pair of bees is napping in a Globe Mellow flower. Credit: @JMNeelyPhotography

Learn more about native bees, nature's best pollinators: Almanac.com/content/native-bees-best-pollinators-your-garden

04/16/2019

Do you know someone who is planning a spring wedding?

We're interested in writing a personal interest article about a bride and grooms wedding experience that will run in our Fall issue.

Please message us if you are interested or know of someone else who might be!

03/26/2019

The Return of the Rag Rug - Michigan Home and Lifestyle Magazine

Personally, I'm a big fan of rag rugs. What do you think?

https://michiganhomeandlifestyle.com/the-return-of-the-rag-rug/

Yes! Vibrant, hearty rag rugs are making a comeback, and they represent the epitome of fashion-meets-recycling.