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In Every Issue6 Editor’s Letter
10 From the Editors
12 Off the Page
72 Falling for CocoaDiscover this delicious ingredient’s flavorful superpowers in both sweet and savory dishes.
80 Through a Gardener’s LensPlan an eye-catching garden and photograph it at its best with these landscape photographer’s lessons.
14 Dream: Inspiration of the Month
88 Workbook
92 Cookbook
108 Stylemaker

Life in Color60 DIY DeluxeA creative homeowner makes over her home one elevated project at a time.
72 Falling for CocoaDiscover this delicious ingredient’s flavorful superpowers in both sweet and savory dishes.
80 Through a Gardener’s LensPlan an eye-catching garden and photograph it at its best with these landscape photographer’s lessons.

CelebrateWhat we’re loving this month.
18 Fresh Takes on Valentine’s Day Gifts Grand flower arrangements, chocolates almost too pretty to eat, and cards for love notes.

Shop26 Light FantasticPetite, portable lamps to shine wherever you want.
28 Pet-Friendly SofasThe five best BHG testing lab-approved couches for pet owners.

Do30 Moroccan MagicA blend of blues lends worldly, inviting touches to a Georgia home.
34 Art Is EverywhereIdeas for displaying art creatively in every corner of your home.
40 The Bead Goes OnNostalgia reigns in these sparkling crafts.
44 Cleaning RoutineBest tips and products for a tidy bathroom cleaning regimen.
48 I Did It! A modern-looking pegboard wall inspires a crafty basement redo.
55 The Savory Side of PieRound out your meals with these fresh pastry dishes.

ThriveFeel good, look good, live well.
100 Mindset ResolutionsA handful of habits to help you live longer, stronger—and happier.
106 In the Know

ON THE COVER photo CARSON DOWNING produced by JESSICA THOMAS crafts by KIM HUTCHISON

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