Southern Living

Southern Living is a lifestyle magazine that caters to audiences in the Southern U.S. It includes a variety of content such as recipes, home design ideas, gardening tips, and insights into Southern culture and travel. The magazine is published by Southern Progress Corporation, which is based in Birmingham, Alabama, and is part of Meredith Corporation.

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15 Cheap Thrills In Birmingham, Alabama, That Cost Next To Nothing

4 days ago | southernliving.com | Tara Massouleh McCay

Summer is synonymous with adventure. The kids are out of school, social calendars aren’t quite so full, and the days are longer—which means it’s the perfect time to get out and explore. You may have a standing beach vacation scheduled, or another big trip planned, but for all the days in between, we recommend becoming acquainted with the hidden gems in your own backyard.
How To Get Rid Of Dandelions: 2 Effective Methods

5 days ago | southernliving.com | Kim Toscano

To kids, dandelions provide endless hours of seed-blowing entertainment. To adults, they represent endless hours of weeding. To get ahead of these stubborn weeds, take a cue from the kid inside of you and focus on the seeds. Dandelions have a deep tap root and can live for many years, making them challenging to control once established. The most effective management strategies focus on prevention and removal of young plants. Here’s how to get rid of dandelions and get back to enjoying the landscape.
3 Methods For Cleaning And Removing Mold From A Shower

5 days ago | southernliving.com | Ashlyn Needham

Showers are supposed to be your at-home relaxing retreat. Your safe space; the place you go to relax under the hot water and steam. It's not supposed to be interrupted by hazardous mold. But, sadly, because bathrooms are such high-moisture rooms with a lack of ventilation, mold is easy to grow. While large mold growth is best to leave to the pros, small signs of mold can be handled by you at home.
3 Common Household Items You Should Never Use Fabric Softener On

5 days ago | southernliving.com | Patricia Shannon

Detergent and fabric softener are essential for every load of laundry, right? Not so fast. While detergent or laundry soap serves as a cleaning agent, fabric softener has a slightly more aesthetic-oriented function. Mary Gagliardi, AKA Dr. Laundry for Clorox, says fabric softener doesn’t actually improve or impact cleaning but instead is used to coat laundry with static-reducing, fragrant ingredients that result in a softer feel.
This Nighttime Habit Might Actually Be Making Your Home Less Safe

5 days ago | southernliving.com | Meghan Overdeep

Here's what a home security expert has to say. By Meghan OverdeepPublished on April 18, 2025 Photo: Getty Images Many homeowners are under the impression that leaving one or two lights on inside their house when it’s dark outside will help deter burglars and other things that go bump in the night. Certainly, the glow of a light coming from inside a residence should signal that someone is home? Not exactly, say home security experts.
This Tiny Town Just Inland From North Carolina’s Crystal Coast Offers An Old-School Vacation Experience

5 days ago | southernliving.com | Tara Massouleh McCay

Sometimes a vacation destination doesn’t need to have all the bells and whistles to make for a memorable experience. A small town, for example, might have everything you need for a relaxing weekend that’s not overcomplicated with options but still provides an enjoyable escape from your daily routine. North Carolina’s Crystal Coast, an 85-mile stretch of coastline south of the Outer Banks, is one of those throwback vacation destinations.
Why Erin Cahill Says Filming Hallmark's 'Journey To You' In Spain Felt Like Her Southern Childhood

5 days ago | southernliving.com | Rebecca Baer

"It’s the community of it. It’s the we’re going to cook together, we’re going to eat together, we’re gonna slow down. That is such a similar thing between Spanish culture and the South.”By Rebecca Angel BaerPublished on April 18, 2025 Photo: ©2025 Hallmark Media/Manu Sevillano Virginia native Erin Cahill is a frequent visitor into our homes through her now years of work in Hallmark movies and series, including the network’s first holiday-centric series, Holidazed.
Is It Better To Leave Your Shower Curtain Open Or Closed?

5 days ago | southernliving.com | Patricia Shannon

By Patricia ShannonPublished on April 18, 2025 Photo: Alison Gootee; Styling: Suzonne Stirling The shower curtain debate is a true pickle: Leave the shower curtain open, forsaking aesthetics, or close it and risk a shower fungal outbreak. Many opt for the former in hope of avoiding hard-to-remove moisture-loving mildew, but does it really work? And what about other options that achieve the same end goal, without requiring your shower curtain to be left open all day long?
12 Fast-Growing Hedge Plants That Will Add Privacy To Your Yard ASAP

6 days ago | southernliving.com | Arricca SanSone

Here’s how to grow a privacy hedge in a hurry. By Arricca Elin SanSonePublished on April 18, 2025 Photo: Getty Images / Annick Vanderschelden Photography Sometimes we all need a little privacy. Maybe you’d like to sit on the patio and sip your coffee while lounging in your PJs. Or maybe there’s a view of an ugly brick wall or your neighbor’s garbage cans you don’t want to see from your deck.
The Oklahoma Restaurant My Grandparents Drive 100 Miles For

6 days ago | southernliving.com | Katie Akin

My grandparents, Margie and Mike Dennis, are the number-one food aficionados I know. If a new restaurant opens in the Oklahoma City area, they’ve probably already had supper there before the rest of town hears about it. They’re the kind of people for whom a mealtime is as much about the experience as it is the cuisine—though they are definitely passionate about the flavors involved.