gibson home tour Credit: Michael P. H. Clifford gibson home tour Credit: Michael P. H. Clifford gibson home tour Credit: Michael P. H. Clifford gibson home tour Credit: Michael P. H. Clifford The new year gives us a chance to contemplate everything that has happened in the last 365 days, but it’s also a moment to look forward and consider what’s to come—and that’s especially true in the world of interior design....
By Kat Tretina As a houseguest, you should have simple expectations of the person facilitating your stay: Your hostess should provide a comfortable place to sleep, access to a kitchen and shower, and tea or coffee in the morning. These basic accommodations are (typically) a given—anything beyond them indicates that your host is going above and beyond what’s expected of them. Good hosts enjoy doing so, but it’s important never to take advantage of his or her graciousness....
a98413_1000_ina_wsalad.jpg I’ve always loved to give parties. Ever since my husband and I were married in 1968, I’ve loved to plan a gathering, cook something really special, and then treat my friends to some wonderful surprise. Those were the days when I had lots of time and my parties were elaborate Saturday – night dinners, where the food took days to prepare and the table took hours to arrange. Now, like everyone else’s, my life is more complicated....
mattress with white sheets Credit: Getty / ondacaracola photography mattress with white sheets Credit: Getty / ondacaracola photography mattress with white sheets Credit: Getty / ondacaracola photography mattress with white sheets Credit: Getty / ondacaracola photography There are plenty of perks to owning an extra-deep mattress, one of them being extra-deep sleep (they can feel like clouds!)—but there are a few things you need to know before you splurge on one....
F Scott and Zelda F. Scott and Zelda on their wedding day. Their marriage started with a novel. When First Lieutenant F. Scott Fitzgerald met Southern socialite Zelda Sayre while stationed in her hometown of Montgomery, Alabama, he was instantly smitten with the Charleston-dancing beauty (whom he would later dub “the first American flapper”). He dedicated the next few years to writing his first novel, This Side of Paradise, in hopes of making enough money to marry her....
whitney zach wedding ceremony in field Credit: Jose Villa You finally got the wedding invitations addressed, stuffed, and mailed. Now you can relax. Oh wait, your childhood friend who you haven’t seen since middle-school graduation asked someone for your phone number and texted you, wondering why she hasn’t received her invite yet. Um, because we’re so distant you didn’t even have my phone number? You also hear the same question from family members (twice removed) and coworkers: Why wasn’t I invited?...
Beige garden furniture with striped pillows on wooden terrace with pink flowers and poufs Credit: Getty Images Beige garden furniture with striped pillows on wooden terrace with pink flowers and poufs Credit: Getty Images Beige garden furniture with striped pillows on wooden terrace with pink flowers and poufs Credit: Getty Images Beige garden furniture with striped pillows on wooden terrace with pink flowers and poufs Credit: Getty Images On This Page Routine Cleaning Deep Cleaning Maintenance Storing Indulging in the beauty of the outdoors is made easy with a lounging setup in your backyard....
On This Page Frequency of Cleaning Materials Needed How to Clean Blinds How to Clean Shades How to Clean Curtains When it comes to routine household cleaning, window treatments are often overlooked. But just like other areas of your home, blinds, curtains, and shades can be a collection site for dust and dirt. Not only does regular upkeep of your window treatments reduce unwanted allergens in your house, it also enhances their appearance and longevity....
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It’s no surprise that this bright red peppery condiment finally has its spot in the limelight. Spicy sauces and oils enliven food, and it seems like everyone is always looking for more to add to their pantry. The chile (or chili) oil trend is inspired by Sichuan chile oil, a staple from the southwestern Chinese region of Sichuan, and it’s one you can try at home: Sizzling chiles in heated oil to create a flavorful condiment is a versatile technique embraced by many cultures, and it’s so simple to try....
0406_msl_redwine_l.jpg WHAT TO KNOW What makes wine so tough to deal with is the fact that it’s a composition stain, made up of a dye component, a sugar component, and a tannin component. Because of this, the removal process is multifaceted and tends to be more complicated than most other dye removals. Be sure to flush well and repeatedly, and be aware that if you don’t complete the flushing process, whatever residual dye remains will set into the fabric....
Stargazers have a reason to rejoice this week thanks to a unique formation happening out in the galaxy. According to Good News Network, Mercury, Jupiter, and Saturn are all coming together in alignment tonight, March 10. Plus, part of the moon will act as a frame for the planets. You will be able to see this “Quadruple Formation” from the southeast horizon sans telescope and binoculars, but you will be able to see Jupiter’s moons and Saturn’s rings clearer if you have these essentials....
` Net Worth Logo View Series Five Steps to Take Now to Catch Up on Retirement Savings How to Start a Retirement Fund at Any Life Stage How to Maximize Your Retirement Accounts Three Things You Need to Know If You’re Considering Early Retirement As children, we saved our allowances for something new at the toy store. As teens and young adults, we saved our dollars from working part-time jobs. Now, adding to your savings account is more important than ever before as we struggle to pay off emergency expenses on top of household bills during quarantine....
nyc before and after google maps Credit: Courtesy of Google Maps nyc before and after google maps Credit: Courtesy of Google Maps nyc before and after google maps Credit: Courtesy of Google Maps nyc before and after google maps Credit: Courtesy of Google Maps Google Street View is a valuable tool that allows you to see panoramic views of streets around the world. The interactive feature, which is available on Google Maps and Google Earth, can be used to virtually travel to scenic destinations or simply to scope out an area you’re interested in moving to....
succulents being potted on wooden surface Credit: Juj Winn/Getty If you want beautiful, full, diverse planters without the hefty price tag, you may consider propagating your plants. Propagation is the process of growing new plants from clippings of existing plants. While it’s a fairly simple process requiring little more than soil and sunlight, some may want to help Mother Nature along with a rooting hormone. Here’s what you need to know about the technique....
Composite image of Kleinfeld dress and Kate Middleton at State Banquet 2022 | Catherine, Princess of Wales during the State Banquet at Buckingham Palace on November 22, 2022 in London, England. This is the first state visit hosted by the UK with King Charles III as monarch, and the first state visit here by a South African leader since 2010. Credit: Courtesy of Kleinfeld Bridal / GETTY IMAGES ` Martha Stewart Weddings View All A Musical Festival and a Green Couch Inspired This Couple’s Whimsical Garden Wedding in California 9 Wedding Trends You’ll See Everywhere in 2023, According to Wedding Planners and Event Designers 7 Wedding Dress and Accessory Trends Every Bride-to-Be Needs to Know About in 2023 Princess Eugenie Is Pregnant With Her Second Child—and Is Due This Summer...
You’ve added everything from traditional diary milk to alt milks, like oat and pea milk, to your morning latte, but what have you tried raw milk? It’s popping up across the country everywhere from Instagram hashtags to retail markets, but what exactly is it, and, perhaps more importantly, should you try it? Here’s what you need to know about raw milk. almond-milk-158-d112257.jpg Credit: Bryan Gardner What Is Raw Milk? Production wise, think of it as milk equivalent of natural wine....
outdoor pool Credit: Robert Daly/Getty Images outdoor pool Credit: Robert Daly/Getty Images outdoor pool Credit: Robert Daly/Getty Images outdoor pool Credit: Robert Daly/Getty Images Installing a pool is an expensive undertaking, so it’s important to really think about what you want out of it before you start digging. One of the most impactful decisions you’ll make is choosing a method of sanitation: saltwater or chlorine. Christopher Argenziano, CEO and owner of The Pool Boss says that most of his clients are choosing to install saltwater pools because they’re easier to maintain and are generally considered more comfortable to swim in....
In our day-to-day conversations, we can pick up on the other person’s mood based on their tone and the volume of their voice. When it comes to our dogs, we are accustomed to hearing them bark for any number of reasons. According to animal expert Jane MacMurchy, coordinator of Animal Charity of Ohio, the motivation for a dog to bark (excessively or otherwise) can be due to excitement, hunger, boredom, pain, aggression, joy, or fear....
md106711_0111_smallbags_draw.jpg Knitting is a technique that has been around for hundreds of years, which we know based on things like scraps of knitted socks found in Egypt and the paperwork for knitting-related patents. In today’s modern era of the internet, social media, and smart devices, it should come as little surprise that knitters have also developed mobile apps that allow them to carry their knitting journals with them no matter where they go....
