Links We Love: Fire & Water

Autumn = foliage, apples, pumpkins, and getting cozy by the fireplace. We’ve rounded up some stylish ways to make the mantle a focal point of your home. And because the drought isn’t anywhere near improving (gulp), we’ve included some great expert tips on reducing your everyday use.

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21 effective ways to conserve water at home.

How to safely decorate around your fireplace.

Alternatively, an artistic way to decorate in your fireplace.

Tired of your brick fireplace mantle? Here’s a chic DIY update.

Autumn’s arrival doesn’t mean you have to banish the grill. Fire up your outdoor cooking with this fantastic year-round grilling gear.