Here are 10 skills every homeowner should master. You don't need to run out and learn them all immediately, of course. But you'll appreciate them – and save yourself lots of money. You can tackle most with simple hand tools, either items you own or those you can buy for $10 or less. The only power tool here is a variable speed drill.

Tea leaf reader Jannine Oberg will conduct tea reading parties at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. May 18 as guests at the Lavender Fields enjoy lavender tea and lavender scones. Visit the fields at 12460 Keys Creek Road.