We are delving into the crucial topic of smoke detector maintenance and safety, highlighting the importance of keeping your home protected from fire hazards. We'll discuss essential tips for maintaining both smoke and carbon monoxide (CO2) detectors, ensuring they function effectively when you need them most. Regular inspections play a vital role in home safety, and we'll guide you through best practices for testing and replacing detectors. Join us as we emphasize the importance of vigilance in safeguarding your home and loved ones from potential dangers.

Antiquing refers to the hobby or profession of searching for and collecting antiques, which are items typically over 100 years old. This activity involves exploring antique shops, flea markets, estate sales, auctions, and sometimes even online marketplaces to find unique and valuable items. For antique-hunting in New England and tips from thrifty-pros, read on!

Regular gutter cleaning is crucial for preventing water damage and maintaining your home's integrity, especially during the fall when leaves can clog gutters. You can reach out to these companies to get quotes and schedule a cleaning that fits your needs. 

Unlock the potential of your antique finds by learning how to style them like a pro. Whether you’ve just stumbled upon a vintage treasure or inherited a timeless piece, we'll show you creative ways to blend old-world charm with modern design, transforming your space into a unique reflection of your personal style.

Gardening is a rewarding and fulfilling hobby that involves cultivating plants for various purposes, whether you're tending to a small windowsill herb garden, a backyard vegetable patch, or an elaborate flower bed. Gardening offers numerous benefits such as physical exercise, stress relief, and the satisfaction of nurturing life. Recognizing these benefits, Devon asked us to put together an overview to help you get started or improve your gardening skills.

No Mow May is an environmental initiative that encourages people to refrain from mowing their lawns during the month of May. The goal of No Mow May is to allow wildflowers to grow and provide food and habitat for pollinators like bees, butterflies, and other insects. Learn all about why we love it!

Some of you may remember that saying, A person’s home is their castle. Well, it’s true, and since our castles require a lot of TLC, Dev asked us to give a big shout out to our hardworking hardware stores!

Home staging, the strategic art of preparing a property for sale, emerges as a transformative tool that significantly amplifies the allure of a residence to prospective buyers. By meticulously orchestrating the arrangement of furnishings, decor, and ambiance, home staging breathes life into spaces, showcasing their full potential and captivating the imagination of those seeking their next abode.

We are pumped and ready to give all we’ve got to this brand-new year! We’ll start the New Year off right focusing on our well-being! Here are a few compelling reasons to prioritize your health and happiness as you step into the coming year!

Indulge in the magic of the season with our delightful array of Santa-approved Christmas sweets! As the holiday spirit fills the air, confectionery creations are crafted with the utmost care and a sprinkle of enchantment to ensure they receive Santa's jolly seal of approval.

Thanksgiving dates back to the early 17th century when the Pilgrims and Native Americans celebrated a bountiful harvest together. Since then, many families have established their own traditions over the years, with cooking special dishes and desserts, watching parades, and participating in charitable activities, gathering together, and more.

We have many of our own traditions, and Dev is spilling the secrets on her best her family recipes!

After what feels like a long dark winter, the prospect of a lighter spring season is always much-welcomed. One of the best ways to usher in sunnier days is finding/making spring wreaths!

Looking for something elegant and a bit upscale... Well, look no further. Thursday, May 18, 2023. The Hidden Gardens of Beacon Hill Annual Tour celebrates a long tradition of urban gardening and education, beginning at their founding in 1928.

If you don’t feel like venturing out to an island there is always a lot to do right from home. Have you ever thought about planting a garden? This was Devon’s suggestion, and we are delighted. We did a little research and...

Before you know it, spring will be here so its start to time thinking about spring cleaning! We all know it’s a great feeling to come home to a clean and organized home. Here at These Days with Devon, we can not only help you find your ideal home, but once you are all settled in, well, we will gladly connect you to others who can help you to keep your home simply harmonious and organized…

November is also about baking and digging out those old recipes and trying something new….