SUNDAY, EVERYDAY: Infuse faith into special events or add a meditative note to everyday meals with Scripture dishware from feedontheword.com. These microwave- and dishwasher-safe plates, bowls and mugs are meant to bring families together, and subtly encourage a daily faith practice. Available in five-piece porcelain place settings and heavy-duty paper products. Colorado retailers carrying the dishware include Carla’s in Lamar (719-336-5028) and The Love Shop in Monument (719-598-3348).
SMART CAN: Taking out the trash is less messy with Nine Stars Infrared Trash Cans. Each has a sensor-activated lid that automatically opens and shuts whenever someone comes within 6 inches of it. The idea is that users will touch the trash can less and therefore distance themselves from germs and bacteria. Styles, sizes at ninestarsusa.com.neighborhood shuttle driven by well-known local artists. Billed as a chance to explore this offbeat urban industrial zone primed to become the city’s next trendy destination neighborhood, the tour is 6 to 9 p.m. Friday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Details at rivernorthart.com or Ironton Studios and Gallery at 303-297-8626.
WOOD YOU BE MINE? Varying the look and type of a home’s wood fixtures helps personalize the décor, according to the designers at the window and door manufacturer JELD-WEN. The company says kitchens, dens and great rooms are especially well-suited for mixing and matching wood. Take these steps to coordinate alder, mahogany, maple, oak, cherry, walnut and the like: Make a game plan by determining the style you’re after; research wood types and their characteristics; consider how different species react to different staining products; finalize the budget; then visit showrooms to zero in on ideas.
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