Last summer, I planted citronella plants in flower pots on my deck to keep the mosquitos away. It worked beautifully, so for this month’s contest, let me know what all-natural pest control solutions you’ve found work well. Send me your ideas and you’ll be entered to win a $50 Gift Card from Lowe’s!

With the holidays quickly approaching, it’s time to spruce up those guest rooms for your favorite friends and family. Tell us your best ideas for updating your guest room and you’ll be entered to win a $100 gift card to Pottery Barn, Target, CB2 or Home Depot.*

One tip we have for updating your guest room is to spend a night there. You’ll quickly discover what things need to be added for your guests’ comfort.

Be a “guest expert” by sharing your own idea with us. We’ll post the best ideas in our “Ask the Expert” section. Every person who submits an idea will be entered to win a $100 gift card, just in time to give yourself a gift!

To enter, simply comment below or send your ideas to contests@thehome.com. If you have photos of your idea, feel free to send those as well, via email. All entries must be submitted by January 15, 2009 to be eligible to win.

We can’t wait to hear from you!

*Winners will receive one $100 Gift Certificate from their choice of Pottery Barn, Target, CB2 or Home Depot.

Spending your summer vacation at home?  Tell us how and you’ll be entered to win a $50 Target gift card!

A "Stacation" this summer?  Tell us how you plan to spend a summer vacation at home or what plans you have to make your home a great place to stacation.   Your ideas will be shared on-line and you’ll be entered to win a $50 gift card from Target so you can buy something extra to enjoy your time… grilling equipment, sunscreen, new dishes, games, towels, etc., etc…

We can’t wait to hear from you!

Congratulations to our August/September contest winner Maureen!  We hope you enjoy your gift card!

Stay tuned for our next contest - coming soon!

Sign up for our email newsletter during August or September 2008 and you’ll be entered to win a $100 gift card to Pottery Barn, West Elm, Target, InHabit or CB2.*

Applicants must provide a valid email address to be eligible for our drawing. Must apply by midnight, September 30, 2008. Winner will be selected at random and will be notified by email before October 15, 2008 to claim their prize.

* Applicants will receive one $100 Gift Certificate from their retailer of choice.