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detailed gingerbread house Credit: Courtesy of the Omni Grove Park Inn detailed gingerbread house Credit: Courtesy of the Omni Grove Park Inn detailed gingerbread house Credit: Courtesy of the Omni Grove Park Inn detailed gingerbread house Credit: Courtesy of the Omni Grove Park Inn Switch off the real estate shows and take your dream-house voyeurism in a spicier direction. The 12 finalists in the National Gingerbread Competition will be displayed all month long at the Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville, North Carolina....

Roses experience dieback for a variety of reasons, but as long as more than half of your plant remains healthy, you may be able to save it with some careful pruning. Proper care, maintenance, and a little bit of patience is all you’ll need to get your roses back into shape. Ahead, exactly how to do so, according to an expert. constance spry rose bush Credit: Ngoc Minh Ngo Dieback happens for a myriad of reasons....

jessica-graham-wedding-bouquet-0001-s112171-0915.jpg Credit: Austin Gros Have it turned into a work of art. The Heirloom Bouquet, created by a fine art wedding photographer and a floral designer, is a modern way to transform your bouquet into an elegant and timeless heirloom. After the big day, the company will source the very same flowers used in your arrangement and will create a custom flat-lay photograph. As the finishing touch, each bloom will be labeled with hand calligraphy....

` 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 Though they might seemed old-fashioned, engagement announcements don’t have to be a mysterious thing of the past....

rug-8137-d112979.jpg Credit: Mike Krautter Lately, it seems that the layering rugs look is popping up everywhere. And while it’s certainly a trend, if you go back and look at the past, you can see people have been layering antique rugs at an angle for years. Like many trends, this look is cyclical; and for the sake of floors everywhere, we’re glad it’s back. Sure, rugs may serve the purpose of warmth, but often they’re here to make a style statement....

` Live Well Program Logo View Series The Best Oils to Use for Glowing Skin at Every Age, According to Dermatologists The Best Hobbies for Your Personality Type, According to Mental Health Experts How to Make Sure You Learn Something New Every Day (Plus, Why You Should) How to Recommit to a Hobby You Keep Dropping You’ve likely heard that certain guilty pleasures, including red wine and dark chocolate, are actually beneficial for your heart’s health....

portrait of brother vellies foudner aurora james Credit: Courtesy of Brother Vellie's / Christian Cody Self Made View Series Asia Carreathers Co-Launched This Sustainable Agriculture Brand to Make Growing Your Own Food Safer and Easier Nya Jones' Journal Brand Will Help You Express Yourself—and Boost Your Mental Health Sonya Vega, the Founder and CEO of Doña Vega, Wants to Share Her Modern Take on Mezcal With the World Sunny&Ted Founder Jasmine Williams Is Spreading Holiday Cheer With Her Diverse Line of Home Décor portrait of brother vellies foudner aurora james Credit: Courtesy of Brother Vellie's / Christian Cody portrait of brother vellies foudner aurora james Credit: Courtesy of Brother Vellie’s / Christian Cody...

Nordic Ware Skull Pan Credit: Courtesy of Sur La Table ` Mastering the Holiday Meal Franchise Logo View Series Planning a Picnic? Here’s How to Pull It Off Smoothly, From Packing Your Tote to Choosing the Perfect Location What to Cook on the Grill This Father’s Day Make Mom Lunch Not Brunch with Our Marvelous Mostly Make-Ahead Menu Mother’s Day Baking Projects You and Your Mom Can Tackle Together...

year-in-weddings-solange-knowles-wedding-portrait-1214.jpg Credit: Beyoncé via Instagram Kanye West may have said Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies” video was the greatest of all time, but Queen Bey is declaring her sister Solange’s iconic wedding picture the “dopest of all time.” Yes, that photo-the one where Solange’s bridal party got into formation to create one seriously stunning picture. Beyoncé gave Solange the honor during an interview with Interview Magazine. During the “speed round,” the Lemonade star asked Solange a series of quick questions....

barmoire Credit: Bryan Gardner barmoire Credit: Bryan Gardner barmoire Credit: Bryan Gardner barmoire Credit: Bryan Gardner Maybe you just pulled a gorgeous silver mirror out of your grandmother’s attic, or maybe you stumbled upon a rare sculpture during a weekend of antiquing. Either way, you’re the proud new owner of what seems to be a pretty valuable piece. But how do you know just how valuable your new memento is?...

portrait kelsey barnard clark in kitchen Credit: Courtesy of Kelsey Barnard Clark ` What’s for Dinner Franchise Logo View Series 18 Cozy, Comforting Winter Dinner Recipes You’ll Make on Repeat Our Favorite 20-Minute Dinner Recipes for When You Need a Home-Cooked Meal Fast What’s for Dinner This Week: Quick Chicken Puttanesca, Sheet-Pan Sausages With Squash, and a 15-Minute Vegetarian Meal What’s for Dinner This Week: Bacon-Wrapped Chicken, Beans-and-Greens Stuffed Peppers, and More Easy, Broiled Dishes...

inslee-fariss-studio-visit-7131-d112476-0915.jpg Credit: Mike Krautter Photography What: We collaborated with fashion illustrator Inslee Fariss to gift one of our new brides or bride-to-be an Inslee 2016 desktop calendar to help you stay on top of all of your wedding-planning tasks before your big day. Also, the winner will receive a sketch of our latest cover starring Sofía-which you can see in this video! Where: On Instagram! Follow @Martha_Weddings and @Inslee How: It’s super easy!...

guest book Credit: Amy Arrington Photography A guest book may not be as critical to a wedding as the invitations are, but it’s still a detail that’s pretty important to many couples. The type of guest book you have is really up to you-you could buy one ready-made, DIY it if you’re into customizing, or have loved ones sign an object of importance-but giving guests a place to leave their good wishes is key....

diy-tools-of-the-trade-glass-center-pieces-144-mwd110941.jpg Credit: Bryan Gardner THE TOOLS StencilsFoam pouncerCraft glueGlitter HOW-TO Affix stencil onto glass with tape. Use foam pouncer to dab glue over pattern, then sprinkle glitter on top. Carefully remove stencil before it dries to the glass. diy-tools-of-the-trade-glitter-stencil-230-comp-mwd110941.jpg Credit: Bryan Gardner THE DETAILS Stencils: Crafter’s Workshop “Window Screen,” $5, and “Herringbone,"$5; Paper Presentation, 800-727-3701. Martha Stewart Crafts foam pouncer, $5 for 6, glittering glue, $4, and glitter, $30 for 24 vials; michaels....

Cats are known to cuddle up to their owners as a way (among many others) to communicate and even signify comfort. When it comes to felines voicing how they are feeling with fellow cats, however, that’s a little trickier to decode. “I feel these are cues [like meowing] most often seen with cats that have been socialized either with other cats, pets, or with humans,” says Dr. Yolanda A. Markley, DVM, an associate doctor at Banfield Pet Hospital....

Growing up with an older sibling could mean more than just having fond memories. According to a new study, having an older sister, in particular, could be the key to leading a more successful life. In a working paper published through the Center for Global Development, researchers found that big sisters were more likely to play and read to their toddler siblings than big brothers. And in turn, promote child development—leading the younger siblings to potentially have more success later in life, Today reports....

past due bills and calculator on table Credit: Tetra Images / Getty Images ` 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 past due bills and calculator on table Credit: Tetra Images / Getty Images past due bills and calculator on table Credit: Tetra Images / Getty Images...

THE TOOLS PrimerLong-wearing foundation Fluffy makeup brushEye shadow brushBronze eye shadowGold eye shadowBrown pencil eye linerBronzerPeachy lip color sofia-vergara-m05-gold-bridal-gown-038v2-d112252-r1-beauty1-0815.jpg Credit: Walter Chin HOW-TO 1. To neutralize any redness, even your skin tone, and create a smooth base for your foundation, prep your skin with a primer. Dot it on your forehead, cheeks, chin, and nose, then blend it into your skin with your fingertips. 2. Dab a long-wearing foundation like CoverGirl Outlast Stay Luminous Foundation on your forehead, cheeks, and chin....

Grandmother surrounded by family at family gathering Credit: Hinterhaus Productions / Getty Images ` You’re Invited Franchise Logo View Series 6 Accidents to Expect at Your Summer Parties—and How to Avoid Them 16 Best Shatterproof, Durable Dish Sets for a Season of Outdoor Entertaining Our 14 Favorite Front Porch Decorations for the Fourth of July 3 Summer Hostess Mistakes to Avoid During All of Your Warm-Weather Soirées Grandmother surrounded by family at family gathering Credit: Hinterhaus Productions / Getty Images Grandmother surrounded by family at family gathering Credit: Hinterhaus Productions / Getty Images...

tonic water being poured into glass filled with ice Credit: Courtesy of Fever Tree tonic water being poured into glass filled with ice Credit: Courtesy of Fever Tree tonic water being poured into glass filled with ice Credit: Courtesy of Fever Tree tonic water being poured into glass filled with ice Credit: Courtesy of Fever Tree The gin and tonic just might be the easiest cocktail of all. It’s a two-ingredient drink—made from a combination of, you guessed it, gin and tonic—with a simple but essential citrus garnish....