Inside this week’s issue
Lightweight style
Aluminum coasters from the 1950s are still functional and attractive.
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Teapot holds cash
Pieces of Japanese tea service are valuable to collectors.
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Home tour
Street of Dreams features luxurious homes near Liberty Lake.
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Build a strong frame
Experts explain how to construct walls that will stand test of time.
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Save on energy bill
Editors of Real Simple offer tips to cut costs and electricity use.
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Calming passsion
Dave Daniel’s love of Japanese maples evolved into a business.
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Bountiful blooms
Pat Munts explains how to get the most out of your Shasta daisies.
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Tranquil beauty
Careful arrangement of stone, plants and water creates key to Japanese garden.
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Dog treats
Firm makes refrigerator dough specially formulated to make dog cookies.
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