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Acrylic pouring, a painting technique discovered in the 1930s by Mexican social realist painter David Alfaro Siqueiros, has re-emerged and is taking social media by storm. It’s a relatively quick process that can be done using inexpensive art supplies that are easy to source. With over 200 million views on TikTok, ​#acrylicpour​ videos are just as fun to watch as they are to make yourself. Acrylic paint pouring process Enter the beautiful pieces created by artist Gina Cuomo....

When it comes to skin and body care, our feet tend to be overlooked. This is especially true during the winter, when they are mostly covered up while we’re out and about. Still, it’s important to pay attention to our feet, even during the winter, in order to avoid major skin concerns that can crop up when we ignore them. To that end, we asked podiatrists Jackie Sutera, DPM, and Emily Splichal, DPM, to tell us everything we need to know about caring for our feet during the cold-weather season....

ginger root and wooden spoon with powdered ginger Credit: Science Photo Library / Getty Images ginger root and wooden spoon with powdered ginger Credit: Science Photo Library / Getty Images ginger root and wooden spoon with powdered ginger Credit: Science Photo Library / Getty Images ginger root and wooden spoon with powdered ginger Credit: Science Photo Library / Getty Images From classic holiday gingerbread cookies to Asian-inspired recipes such as this Easy Moo Shu Pork Stir-Fry, ginger adds subtle spice, warmth, and heat to both sweet and savory dishes....

Paint is an easy, affordable way to give anything—from your bedroom walls to your kitchen cabinets—an upgrade. Old, outdated furniture is no exception. “A fresh coat of paint can be a fast, economical way to breathe new life into old furniture items,” says Caroline Harmon, trend and style expert at Lowe’s. “Plus, taking on DIY projects like furniture painting can help you establish a sense of calm while freshening up your space....

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October is undoubtedly a popular month for enjoying beloved candies like M&M’s and Snickers—there’s even an entire day dedicated to stocking up on the sugary treats. But there’s one well-known Halloween candy that is often the subject of great debate: candy corn. Even if it’s not your favorite, the orange, white, and yellow triangle-shaped confection is beloved in many parts of the country. In fact, Brach’s candy company recently revealed which states candy corn is most and least popular in....

canned-tomatoes-mld107744.jpg Credit: Marcus Nilsson canned-tomatoes-mld107744.jpg Credit: Marcus Nilsson canned-tomatoes-mld107744.jpg Credit: Marcus Nilsson canned-tomatoes-mld107744.jpg Credit: Marcus Nilsson Canned tomatoes are a favorite pantry staple. They are essential ingredient for making comfort food favorites like marinara sauce, chili, lasagna, shakshuka, and pizza. Recipes sometimes call for whole tomatoes while others for crushed or diced tomatoes, tomato paste, or some combination of a few different iterations. That fact begs the question: Which products do you really need to keep on hand?...

assorted-linens-1-d111888.jpg Credit: Paul BARBERA Fabric-Dyeing How-To You don’t have to start with white fabric-if you want to reinvent a colored item, try a color remover (similar to bleach, but non-damaging) before dyeing it. This will whiten or lighten the fabric so it can take on the new color. 1. Wash your fabric item if it is new. Cover work surface with a drop cloth. Fill a bucket, bin, or stainless steel sink (large enough to hold the fabric loosely) about halfway with very hot tap water or boiling water....

` 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 There’s much more to planning your retirement than simply daydreaming about how much golfing you can do throughout your week, which destinations to add to your travel list, and time spent with the grandkids....

sarah-me-d-108678-002e.jpg Credit: JOHNNY MILER Probably the quickest and easiest method for cooking fish, grilling imparts a hearty, smoky flavor and delicious blackened edges and striping to fillets and whole fish. It is best for thick (at least half-inch), meaty fillets or steaks with strong flavor that can stand up to the smoky tang of the grill. Swordfish, tuna, salmon, mackerel, and bluefish are ideal choices because their natural oils help keep their flesh moist; thin fillets dry up too quickly over the grill’s intense heat....

Everyone wants to age gracefully—and we know how to do it. Follow along with Live Well for beauty tips, exercise routines, and lifestyle changes to make as the years go by. Together, they’ll make aging simple, which gives you more time to embrace each moment. It may come as no surprise that your hair changes as you age. The main reason? Over time your hair follicles and hair shaft begin to shrink, leading to thinning hair and hair loss—and it doesn’t grow back as quickly as it once did....

Chili with Cilantro, Limes, etc. Credit: Marcus Nilsson Chili with Cilantro, Limes, etc. Credit: Marcus Nilsson Chili with Cilantro, Limes, etc. Credit: Marcus Nilsson Chili with Cilantro, Limes, etc. Credit: Marcus Nilsson Whether you’re craving comfort food on a winter night or hosting a game-day party, you can’t go wrong with chili. It’s hearty, delicious, and endlessly customizable. And while the dish is relatively easy to make, there are times when you might end up with a soupy and thin result....

house with snow Credit: Getty / Yellow Dog Productions house with snow Credit: Getty / Yellow Dog Productions house with snow Credit: Getty / Yellow Dog Productions house with snow Credit: Getty / Yellow Dog Productions Whether you’re considering upgrading to a more efficient home heating system or thinking about putting an offer in on a new home and curious about whether or not the existing system is ideal, you may find yourself wondering which is better—gas or electric heat?...

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Engagement Photos 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...

Dog Getting Pet by His Owner Credit: Cavan Images/Getty Using stressed college students as test subjects, researchers at Washington State University have found new evidence that petting dogs and playing with cats can be much more beneficial for the human psyche than once thought. Their findings, published in the journal AERA Open earlier this month, have concluded that public programs where pets are used as a stress reliever (like those at universities) are successful at getting people to be much calmer-in as little as 10 minutes....

mla103805_1208_marthatree.jpg Credit: Ditte Issager mla103805_1208_marthatree.jpg Credit: Ditte Issager mla103805_1208_marthatree.jpg Credit: Ditte Issager mla103805_1208_marthatree.jpg Credit: Ditte Issager The fresh or faux Christmas tree debate is always a hot holiday topic. We know where our readers stand: In a recent Instagram poll, we asked our followers to share which type of tree they choose every year. In total, 7,000 people responded and a resounding favorite emerged: 68% of you always choose fresh evergreens, while just 32% prefer artificial ones....

best beach honeymoons le saint geran la pointe Credit: Courtesy of One & Only Resorts Being married means doing everything together, right? Not according to the growing number of married men and women who treasure nothing more than their individual vacations. But what happens to that whole “until death do us part” thing when all it takes to spend some time apart is a great roundtrip fare? Are individual vacations indicative of a larger issue or should we all be flying solo more often?...

leah hyslop mixing brownie batter kitchen Credit: Courtesy of Leah Hyslop leah hyslop mixing brownie batter kitchen Credit: Courtesy of Leah Hyslop leah hyslop mixing brownie batter kitchen Credit: Courtesy of Leah Hyslop leah hyslop mixing brownie batter kitchen Credit: Courtesy of Leah Hyslop You might think that there isn’t anything special about a brownie, it’s just another bar cookie. Leah Hyslop is here to tell you that whether you’re celebrating, in need of consoling, or somewhere in between, there’s a brownie to mark the occasion....

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fruitcake-hol06-mla102398.jpg A long-running joke holds that there is only one fruitcake in the whole world. It is epitome of re-gifting – unwanted, passed along, never eaten. In Manitou Springs, Colorado, the Chamber of Commerce holds an annual Fruitcake Toss, where loaves of what has been called “the hapless dessert” are catapulted into oblivion by hand throw, pneumatic gun, or canon. (The event even has its own Facebook page.) The record is 1,420 feet, set by a group of Boeing engineers who used compressed air pumped into a mock artillery piece by an exercise bike....