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Organize a bridal shower game—or two or three—to break the ice among guests that don’t know each other well, and you’ll give everyone more to talk about after the party than simply the model of the blender the bride received at her shower. However, they can only talk without saying one “forbidden” word—if they say that word, they lose their clothespin and lose the game. Playing the Game The object of the game is to be better than the other guests at watching your words....

Here at The Spruce, we’re all about finding new ways to make life just a little bit easier. This trick is super simple AND uses something you probably already have at home—a hair dryer! Choose the highest heat setting on your hair dryer, then hold it one to two inches above the offending sticker. After a minute or two, you’ll find that the heat from the hair dryer has loosened the adhesive making it easier to peel off the sticker....

Safety First Building codes closely regulate lighting in closets, but many older homes fail to meet these minimum standards. Standard incandescent bulbs are the major culprit, especially when they are exposed. Recessed and surface-mounted incandescent light fixtures in a closet must be fully enclosed within a fixture housing with a cover. They may not be partially enclosed. If you can’t find a glass globe or some other type of cover for your closet light, install a new fixture....

If you didn’t prune back your perennials last fall, they’re probably looking pretty ugly as spring sets in. Many perennials prefer to be left standing throughout the winter, for extra protection. But by definition, herbaceous perennials will die back to the ground during winter. If you did leave your perennials standing last fall, once you start to see new growth at the base of the plants, it’s safe to begin removing winter mulch and pruning them down to ground level....

Be Strategic With Furniture Choices For example, consider utilizing a console table for your laptop rather than opting for a traditional, executive style desk, designer Jennifer Hunter explains. “When not in use, we have clients place their laptop in the drawer and style the surface with books and objets,” she adds. Designer Andi Morse is also a fan of the console table method. “Typically they are wide enough to accommodate a laptop and about the same height as a dining table,” she says....

The best guest rooms are uncluttered, comfortable and feel a little like home. But it is also a place to put your own personal touch and make your guest feel like they’re staying somewhere that’s well thought out and intentional. Whether you add a bold wallpaper like this one from raveinteriordesign or you’re hunting for other ways to create the perfect guest room decor, we’ve rounded up our favorite tips and tricks....