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kelly pete wedding groom placing ring on brides finger Credit: D'Arcy Benincosa Photography You’re about to marry the love of your life in front of dozens of family members, friend, and maybe even a few complete strangers-it’s no wonder you’re feeling a little anxious. It’s entirely normal for brides- and grooms-to-be to experience anxiety about the wedding and the idea of making such a permanent commitment. “Getting married is a major life event that includes being the center of attention while you make a public commitment to another person....

woman in bed cuddling older dog Credit: Maria Korneeva / Getty Images woman in bed cuddling older dog Credit: Maria Korneeva / Getty Images woman in bed cuddling older dog Credit: Maria Korneeva / Getty Images woman in bed cuddling older dog Credit: Maria Korneeva / Getty Images When you’re in the mood to cuddle, do you turn to your significant other for affection or your pet? If your top pick is your furry friend, know that you’re definitely not alone....

la103231_1007_turkeyhill.jpg Credit: Eric Piasecki Revisit all of Martha’s Turkey Hill memories in our photo gallery. In 1970, while I was living in New York City with my husband, Andy, and our young daughter, Alexis, we were told about a beautiful farmhouse for sale at 48 Turkey Hill Road South, in Westport, Connecticut. The house, on a tract of land that stretched south toward Long Island Sound and had once been an onion farm, came with two acres of deep, loamy soil, a few large trees, and not much else....

Mahjong was born in China in the 19th century, having spawned from many different variations of similar games that were played in ancient societies for hundreds of years. But it wasn’t until the 1920s that the game of intense strategy and skill made its way to the United States. When it did, though, it was a hit: A Stanford University report says many Americans from different cultures immediately took to the game....

marley spoon tostadas Credit: Marley Spoon You can’t go wrong when you add recipes from Martha Stewart’s kitchen to your weeknight dinner menu. And now, Martha’s meal kit delivery service, Martha & Marley Spoon, is expanding its lineup to include 20 different recipe options each week. Customers asked and the Martha & Marley Spoon culinary team listened. After reviewing feedback, they found that subscribers seek more variety and want choices that fit their tastes and dietary requirements....

mini pumpkin bundt cakes on wood serving tray Credit: Steven Karl Metzer mini pumpkin bundt cakes on wood serving tray Credit: Steven Karl Metzer mini pumpkin bundt cakes on wood serving tray Credit: Steven Karl Metzer mini pumpkin bundt cakes on wood serving tray Credit: Steven Karl Metzer For everyone who can’t get enough pumpkin desserts, who loves a cute, mini cake, and who adore everything autumn, these individual treats are for you....

If you’re searching for a stunning way to elevate your next party spread, look no further than kransekake. It’s a traditional Scandinavian cake made of eighteen almond-based cookie rings with a delightfully chewy texture. What’s more, despite its elegant design and towering silhouette it’s surprisingly easy to make. Ahead, learn all about kransekake and get our expert-approved tips for making it at home. kransekake-020-vert-d113085.jpg Credit: Yossy Arefi What Is Kransekake? “[Kransekake] is a celebratory cake, particularly among those with Norwegian or Danish roots,” explains Daytona Dawn Danielsen, Norwegian-American food writer, author of Modern Scandinavian Baking: A Cookbook of Sweet Treats and Savory Bakes ($12....

woman applying retinol treatment to face Credit: CentralITAlliance / Getty Images woman applying retinol treatment to face Credit: CentralITAlliance / Getty Images woman applying retinol treatment to face Credit: CentralITAlliance / Getty Images woman applying retinol treatment to face Credit: CentralITAlliance / Getty Images When used correctly, retinol can be extremely effective. It visibly improves a wide range of skin symptoms, from fine lines to sun spots. However, if you don’t firmly understand how this ingredient works, you can easily overtax your skin and undermine retinol’s benefits....

Tired of tending to the same-old annuals and perennials that come to life in your garden each year? While even the most tried-and-true varieties are lovely, there’s nothing wrong with wanting to try something new. Branch out by adding rare, heirloom seeds to your garden and turning out fruits, flowers, and vegetables that could be on the edge of extinction (the environment will thank you!). Here, where to source rare seeds, tubers, and plants, which will increase the biodiversity of your backyard....

Adam Levine with Behati Prinsloo and Dusty Rose Credit: Axelle/Bauer-Griffin On September 22nd, Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo welcomed daughter Dusty Rose Levine into the world. Almost five months later, Levine still has that new-dad-glow about him, and it’s adorable. The Voice star joined friend Ellen DeGeneres on her show yesterday to talk about his baby girl. Last week, Levine received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and because of it, Dusty made her first public debut....

woman setting flowers at table for brunch Credit: Annmarie Swift ` 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...

couple in snow Credit: Christie Graham Photography With a fresh snowfall and a cool breeze, having an outdoor wedding ceremony during the winter is a dream many cold-loving couples just don’t know how to make a reality. But if you and your snow bunny love want to make it official in the great outdoors, we’re here to help you make it happen. To ensure your guests also enjoy the experience, here are a few key tips to follow....

laura rege and farmer cranberry bog nj Laura deep in cranberries and water with NJ cranberry grower Steve Lee IV. A few weeks before Thanksgiving cranberry growers are hard at work on the annual harvest to ensure your feast is complete – it wouldn’t be Thanksgiving without cranberry sauce. Cranberries are picked from mid-September to November, so I jumped on the opportunity to visit Steve Lee IV’s 1,800 acre farm in New Jersey and see the unique beauty of the harvest....

Everything from gently used blankets to your old clothes can have a new life if you donate them to resources in your local community and beyond. Smartwool, a Colorado-based brand that makes wool socks, accessories, and more, is accepting any old socks that you have—no matter their make—for a special reason. According to Good News Network, the company is aiming to collect socks and upcycle them into dog beds. “There is obviously an urgent need for a recycling solution in the sock category, which is where we’re focusing our initial efforts,” Alicia Chin, the senior manager sustainability and social impact at Smartwool, shared in a statement....

As the days get shorter during the fall and winter, people’s energy and moods could be impacted from the changes in the environment. According to a new pan-European survey funded by the Institute for Scientific Information on Coffee, 28 percent of adults in around Europe experience depression and 28 percent also amplified feelings of sadness because of “fall back,” when daylight hours decrease each year. The 5,000 adult survey respondents from across the United Kingdom, Italy, Finland, Germany, and Poland also noted that this change in daylight makes 21 percent have increased anxiety, 24 percent think it’s harder to concentrate, lose 25 percent feel don’t have motivation to exercise, and 21 percent found decreases in their sports performance....

Martha holding basket of eggs Credit: Dana Gallagher When it comes to planning a summer soirée, Martha is definitely an expert—whether it’s prioritizing landscaping or rounding up the freshest ingredients from the season. Today, she’s hosting a celebration at her Bedford Farm to honor those who have worked with her over the last two decades. She enlisted the help of her team at the locale to help bring the details together....

Oven and countertop Credit: Getty Images Oven and countertop Credit: Getty Images Oven and countertop Credit: Getty Images Oven and countertop Credit: Getty Images There are so many nooks and crannies in your kitchen, and after you make a particularly robust meal, a few particular spots might need your attention. Take the crevice in between your countertop and oven, for example: This area can accumulate grime over time. Luckily, giving this hidden area a quick clean is simple....

lemon cucumber plants on wooden table with wooden cutting board lemon cucumber plants on wooden table with wooden cutting board lemon cucumber plants on wooden table with wooden cutting board lemon cucumber plants on wooden table with wooden cutting board Lemon cucumbers—which get their name from the smaller, yellow, lemon-sized fruits that they produce—are a great addition to any garden. Plant some today to enjoy your home-grown harvest in salads, sandwiches, and as a standalone snack for the rest of summer....

garter stitch in knitting Credit: Amanda Mustard Illustrations As a new knitter, the garter stitch is the first one you will learn. This stitch is one of the easiest and most common stitch patterns in knitting, and it’s made by knitting every row. (You can similarly create the garter stitch by purling every row, too. The consistency of sticking to one or the other is what’s key.) You can easily recognize the garter stitch by the bumpy, horizontal ridges that form on every other row....

Have you ever gone to bed with damp hair or a fresh blowout only to find that, by morning, the roots at the back of your head are deflated, matted, or bent out of shape? It’s a common beauty nuisance, but, luckily, one that can be fixed. Ahead, celebrity hairstylist Ryan Richman shares his best tips for reviving flat roots after sleeping on a style. If You Have Time to Spare… If you have a slow morning ahead of you, Richman says that using a blow dryer is the best way to fully reshape your roots....