Taste Of The Irish: 8 Things To Serve For St. Patrick's Day

St. Patrick's Day is this Tuesday and while you're most likely not going to be setting up a pancake kegger in your driveway, (and if you are, we're not judging, we're just jealous that we aren't invited), it's still a fun holiday to celebrate. For many, especially when the day falls in the middle of the week, marking the occasion usually involves wearing green and maybe enjoying a green beer or two. But this year, why not get a little more creative with your festivities? Below is a list of fun treats and savory snacks to help you get in the Irish spirit.

1. Taste the Rainbow - Yes, St. Patrick's Day has a lot to do with green, but the whole rainbow is important too! How else will you find your gold?

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2. Lucky Charms Rice Krispies - Two breakfast cereals combine to make one seriously delicious and adorable snack! Plus, it's gluten-free!

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3. Shamrockin' Quiche - Doesn't this look scrumptious? It doesn't have to be all sweets on St. Patrick's Day. Irish-up your dinner; we're sure no one will complain!

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4. Guinness & Baileys Jell-O Shots - For many adults, Guinness is a quintessential part of St. Patrick's Day. But this year, instead of just having a pint, try this fun twist!

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5. Gooey Green Cheesecake - Fresh mint packs a punch when it comes to the flavors and color of this cheesecake!

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6. Luck of the Pizza - Turning green peppers into shamrocks is such a fun idea, and who can resist a mini pizza?

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7. Shamrock Smoothie - Yes, Shamrock Shakes are delicious, but are they good for you? Enjoy a guilt-free version of everyone's favorite shake with this smoothie alternative. Same great taste, not nearly the same amount of calories.

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8. Somewhere Over the Rainbow Donut - These rainbow donuts are a dream come true!

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We hope you and yours have a fabulously fun St. Patrick's day free of pinches and full of luck!

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10 Tips for a Perfect Lawn

Get your lawn healthy & keep it that way!

1. Water in the morning or at night in order to keep moisture from evaporating. 

2. Don't rip your grass, keep your lawnmower blade nice and sharp throughout the season.  

3. When grass is cut it loses more water, mow in the evening to keep grass from drying up.

4. Your lawn needs an inch of water a week to stay healthy, measure this by leaving a measuring cup on your lawn when watering.

5. Adjust your lawnmower so that it does not cut too short.  Grass benefits from it's own shade.

6. Ease up on the fertilizer, too much can burn your grass.

7. Make sure you are using the right grass seeds for the right areas, shady spots may require a different blend.

8. Move furniture around.  When your garden furniture is in the same place too long, the grass underneath it dies. 

9. Weed weekly to keep seeds from spreading.

10. Provide your dog with an area that is grass free so he can urinate without staining your lawn.  This requires some dog training skills too! 

Good luck! 

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Five Fall Trends from Opal Design Group

Where can you find the hottest fall trends for your home? Leave it up to the Opal Design Group to highlight bold fabrics, the newest color schemes, and modern building materials of 2013. Working with homeowners every day, Jen Adair and Jana Romney of Opal Design get a firsthand look at what’s trending in interior design every season. Here are their top five fall design trends!

Brass

From decorative accents to staircase railings, brass is making its comeback this fall. Brass brings a rich, warm, and elegant feel to both modern and classic room designs. It is subtle enough to mix with other metals, but it can also provide a brilliant centerpiece in the living room or dining room.

Bold Fabrics

Whether it’s geometric-patterned pillow covers or dark floral curtains, bold fabrics are an excellent way to bring personality, color, and variety to your space. Don’t be afraid to play with colorful and elaborate fabrics in a neutral space.

High Gloss Lacquer

High gloss lacquer for furniture, kitchen cabinetry, and home accessories has risen in popularity. This finish comes in virtually any color and adds an interesting element to any room in your home. You can easily update an old piece of furniture or decorative accessory with colorful lacquer finishes.

 Emerald Green

Emerald green is Pantone’s 2013 color, and you can find it everywhere in home designs this fall. Don’t let this vivid color intimidate you! Adding pops of emerald green with throw pillows, art pieces, and tabletop accessories can bring a room to life.

Raw Style

Bringing outdoor elements into your home is a simple and beautiful trend this fall. Wood and stone surfaces and textures can naturally warm up any space while maintaining a sophisticated style.

Opal Design Group will be at the Deseret News Home Show providing personalized expert design tips.

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It's Easy Being Green! 5 Great Living Rooms

We're revisiting this month's theme of THE LIVING ROOM today!  But in order to explore just how many options there are we're sticking to the color green today.  While you may think you are limited when choosing one particular color, it's important to remember to play with the shade you choose.

As you can see below, with green, the opportunities for colorful accents are endless!

The Green Living Room

Blue & Green - House & Home

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