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bride and bridesmaids cheersing in pajama sets Credit: Alisa Ferris ` 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...

Prince William and Kate Middleton Credit: 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...

martha stewart serving irish feast Credit: Thomas Loof martha stewart serving irish feast Credit: Thomas Loof martha stewart serving irish feast Credit: Thomas Loof martha stewart serving irish feast Credit: Thomas Loof When I was growing up, my mother made it a tradition to serve a big kettle of brined brisket, prepared with cooked cabbage, potatoes, carrots, and turnips, whenever the calendar hit March 17. She would bring the meal to the table on an immense board, along with small bowls of coarse salt and hot mustard....

Enoki mushrooms on cutting board Credit: GETTY IMAGES Enoki mushrooms on cutting board Credit: GETTY IMAGES Enoki mushrooms on cutting board Credit: GETTY IMAGES Enoki mushrooms on cutting board Credit: GETTY IMAGES If you recently stocked up on or defrosted mushrooms for your weeknight or Thanksgiving meals, take caution: According to a new report by the Food and Drug Administration, some enoki mushrooms from Green Day Produce, Inc. have been linked to listeria contamination....

When I bought my home in East Hampton in 1990, I renovated it and painted all the walls a bright, creamy white. Once I finished, I realized the house was virtually screaming for color. At that time, there were dozens of small antiques shops on the East End of Long Island, packed with vintage glass, interesting furniture and mirrors, and pottery. It was in one of those eclectic stores that I first encountered designs by McCoy....

Your hydrangeas’ season-long bloom time often depends upon which varieties you have planted in your yard, says Stacey Hirvela, a horticulturist with Proven Winners ColorChoice Shrubs. Some, like panicle and smooth hydrangeas, remain beautiful long after the flowers fade. The former, for example, will transform from white or green to various shades of red and pink, putting on a right up until the first frost of autumn. Smooth hydrangeas, on the other hand, can transform from white or pink to a vibrant green, enduring after the temperature drops....

smiling woman taking a vitamin Credit: fizkes / Getty Images smiling woman taking a vitamin Credit: fizkes / Getty Images smiling woman taking a vitamin Credit: fizkes / Getty Images smiling woman taking a vitamin Credit: fizkes / Getty Images There are plenty of ways we try to protect our brains against cognitive decline, like doing crossword puzzles and exercising regularly—but can keeping your mind sharp be as simple as taking a daily multivitamin?...

garage sale sign in yard Credit: kali9 / Getty Images garage sale sign in yard Credit: kali9 / Getty Images garage sale sign in yard Credit: kali9 / Getty Images garage sale sign in yard Credit: kali9 / Getty Images If there’s one thing we never pass up, it’s a garage sale—the opportunity to find secondhand treasures, be it a vintage blouse, rare set of china, or a unique painting, is part of our nature (thanks, Martha!...

fudgy turtle brownies stacked on cutting board Credit: Ren Fuller fudgy turtle brownies stacked on cutting board Credit: Ren Fuller fudgy turtle brownies stacked on cutting board Credit: Ren Fuller fudgy turtle brownies stacked on cutting board Credit: Ren Fuller Two of our favorite bar cookies—brownies and blondies—are easy to prepare, crowd-pleasing, and always delicious. So, what’s the difference between these similar sweets? There are the obvious differences—like the fact that brownies are made with chocolate and blondies are not—but a few other ingredients help to set these classic treats apart....

As COVID-19 vaccines continue to be distributed nationwide, grandparents everywhere have one pressing question that’s top of mind: When can they see their grandkids again? Today Show host Savannah Guthrie posed this very question to Dr. Anthony Fauci, the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, as people over the age of 65 in nearly every state are now eligible to receive their vaccinations. “Ultimately, yes,” Dr. Fauci said in response to whether or not grandparents are able to gather with their families again if they have been vaccinated and are healthy....

crochet octopus toys for premature babies Credit: mynomadhome.com Who knew that a crocheted octopus toy could have such a big impact? Thanks to Poole Hospital’s neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), your favorite hobby can be put to good use by making these adorable sea creatures to help comfort premature babies. To raise awareness for World Prematurity Day, the hospital is calling upon avid crocheters to help create small octopuses for all premature babies born in the hospital....

If you’re a stargazing fanatic, then you’ve probably already seen some of the stunning moons that have appeared in the sky this year, including the Wolf Moon, Snow Moon, or Worm Moon. Today, you can enjoy another must-see natural attraction: the Strawberry Moon. According to Mental Floss, this moon is usually the last full moon for spring or the first full moon for the summer depending on if it is before or after the summer solstice....

evelyn sam wedding reception exterior during sunset Credit: Kerry Jeanne Photography ` 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...

flower-girls-ribbon-barette-500-d111930.jpg Credit: Bryan Gardner THE TOOLS 4-inch-long taffeta ribbons in four colorsEmbroidery flossBobby pin or barette HOW-TO Group the taffeta ribbons into one bunch and use embroidery floss to tie a knot in the middle of the grouping. Push a bobby pin through the embroidery floss, or for a more secure hold, use craft glue to secure the pom-pom to a plain barette. THE DETAILS 15mm taffeta ribbons in pink, mint, lemon, and maize, $1....

raspberries in a stone bowl Credit: GETTY IMAGES raspberries in a stone bowl Credit: GETTY IMAGES raspberries in a stone bowl Credit: GETTY IMAGES raspberries in a stone bowl Credit: GETTY IMAGES From smoothies to holiday baked goods, frozen raspberries are a dependable way to pack some fruit and flavor into a handful of dishes. But if this is an ingredient you often reach for when grocery shopping, you may want to double check the brand before adding a package to your cart—the fruit is currently the subject of a recent food recall....

Bad habits come in all shapes and sizes, and as much as we all wish we didn’t have one, chances are, we do. While some habits are a bigger detriment to your health, others have a more cosmetic effect. To help you break your bad beauty habit—from picking your skin to biting your nails—we chatted with board-certified cosmetic dermatologist Dr. Dendy Engelman. Ahead, the the five worst behavioral patterns she encounters regularly at her practice, and her top tips for kicking them to the curb....

fall engagement photo Credit: Rebecca Yale Photography ` 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...

Granite is the most popular choice of stone for countertops, says Gayla Sessa of Missouri Table & Chair. “It’s harder than marble, and its shiny surface has the ability to improve the aesthetic value of the area where it is installed,” she explains. “Granite even has antibacterial and heat resistant properties, which makes it a popular choice for floor and wall tiles, as well.” This type of rock can consist of a variety of minerals, including quartz and mica....

petit-collage-animal-masks-0515.jpg Credit: Courtesy of Lorena Siminovich MATERIALS - animal masks templates - assorted colored or patterned papers - scissors - thin (new or repurposed) cardboard, such as a cereal box - decoupage glue - 1-inch to 3-inch (2.5cm–7.5cm) flat paintbrush - ruler or straightedge - bone folder - craft knife - elastic string or ribbon - cutting mat - pencil - ¼-inch (6mm) hole punch or large needle INSTRUCTIONS 1....

margarita pizza cooked on a griddle Credit: Courtesy of Smithey margarita pizza cooked on a griddle Credit: Courtesy of Smithey margarita pizza cooked on a griddle Credit: Courtesy of Smithey margarita pizza cooked on a griddle Credit: Courtesy of Smithey What we now know as a griddle made from metal is actually called a “girdle” in Scotland, a “bakestone” or “planc” in Wales, a “teppan” in Japan, a “comal” in Mexico and Central America, and “plancha” in Spain....