A Blast from the Past You know that feeling when a familiar scent hits you and suddenly you're transported back to a childhood memory? For me, it's the sight of my grandmother's plastic tablecloths.

Red vinyl or plastic tablecloth on table outdoors with flower basket - Penpak Ngamsathain/Getty Images Dollar Tree is known for offering plenty of affordable home decor favorites, including table ...

DEAR JOAN: We’ve had several cats and none have attempted to munch plastic tablecloths or plastic wrap, until the cat we have now. She also likes the fiber tape that shippers use. Is it dangerous? How ...

Dear Heloise: I agree that more of the United States should do away with plastic bags, and this can be done state by state. In Vermont, we don’t have any plastic bags. Everyone mostly brings their own ...