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upholstered dining room chair Credit: Peter Ardito upholstered dining room chair Credit: Peter Ardito upholstered dining room chair Credit: Peter Ardito upholstered dining room chair Credit: Peter Ardito Nothing dates a dining room faster than old, worn out chairs. Luckily, with the right materials, reupholstering dated dining room chairs is the perfect remedy. “Anything that has been upholstered can be reupholstered,” says Jane Henry of Jane Henry Studios, a full-service antique conservation and restoration shop based in New York City....

cat grooming Credit: Bogdan Kurylo / Getty Images cat grooming Credit: Bogdan Kurylo / Getty Images cat grooming Credit: Bogdan Kurylo / Getty Images cat grooming Credit: Bogdan Kurylo / Getty Images Cats can be a secretive bunch, not letting on when they’re feeling ill. When your cat grooms herself more than usual, it could be a sign of something other than wanting to keep her coat tidy. While cats spend a lot of time removing dirt, loose hairs, and parasites from their bodies as a normal part of their behavior—longer-haired varieties devote more time to grooming than a short-haired breed—if you think something is amiss, let your veterinarian know....

The beauty of nature is truly all-encompassing: Fresh air and time spent in the great outdoors helps boosts both mental and physical health. Even if you live in a big city without tons of access to green spaces, a little exposure to nature really does go a long way. And there are even ways to help city dwellers enjoy a little more of what Mother Nature has to offer. Researchers at the Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore), recently published a new study in the peer-reviewed academic journal Landscape and Urban Planning, and their findings suggest that just looking at vertical plants on the outside of buildings in urban locations can serve as a buffer for stress....

We all know the importance of brushing our teeth at least twice a day, but should we also be investing in a fancy electric toothbrush to get the job done or is it best to use a traditional manual one? To get a definitive answer on which brush cleans our teeth best, we asked celebrity cosmetic dentist Dr. Kevin Sands to break it all down for us. To learn about the difference and which toothbrush you should be using, read on below....

rachel elijah wedding processional Credit: John Dolan Ushers are often the first people a wedding guest will see when they reach the ceremony venue. These pivotal attendants (usually men) watch the doors, waiting for guests to arrive so that they can direct them to their seats or escort them down the aisle. Here’s what you need to know about these wedding party members. RELATED: UNIQUE WAYS TO SEAT GUESTS AT YOUR WEDDING CEREMONY What determines if you need them?...

Halloween Candy in a Bowl Credit: mediaphotos / Getty Images Halloween Candy in a Bowl Credit: mediaphotos / Getty Images Halloween Candy in a Bowl Credit: mediaphotos / Getty Images Halloween Candy in a Bowl Credit: mediaphotos / Getty Images We all know there’s nothing as sweet as enjoying a homemade dessert on Halloween, but whipping up goodies for trick-or-treaters in the entire neighborhood and then some is a tall order....

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woman hugging brown dog in bed Credit: JGI/Jamie Grill/GettyImages If you want to end the argument about letting your pets in the bed once and for all, a new study in Anthrozoös, the journal of the International Society for Anthrozoology,has some answers. While there have been many studies that look at how sleeping with a partner affects our sleep for better and worse, not much attention has been given to the animals in our homes, despite the fact that 67 percent of American households now own a dog or a cat....

portrait of tabitha brown outdoor in red dress Credit: Courtesy of Tabitha Brown / Jairus Williams ` 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...

To many, the holiday season hasn’t officially begun until the thousands of lights adorning the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree are switched on. Passersby from all over gather to see the historic display which has been a New York City tradition since 1931. The iconic tree has been making headlines for years—including in 2020 when a stowaway owl was found tucked in its branches. This year, the hallmark of the holiday season will travel to the Empire State by way of Maryland, marking the first time a tree from that state has ever been used in Rockefeller Center....

Wooden kitchen countertop Credit: Ekaterina Rabcanuk / Getty Images Wooden kitchen countertop Credit: Ekaterina Rabcanuk / Getty Images Wooden kitchen countertop Credit: Ekaterina Rabcanuk / Getty Images Wooden kitchen countertop Credit: Ekaterina Rabcanuk / Getty Images When it comes to remodeling your kitchen, one of the biggest decisions you’ll have to make is choosing a material for your countertops. “Countertops are the workhorses of the kitchen space and need to stand up to a lot of wear and tear,” explains Kerrie Kelly, creative director of Kerrie Kelly Design Lab....

Young latin people sitting on sofa at home during christmas Credit: GETTY IMAGES Young latin people sitting on sofa at home during christmas Credit: GETTY IMAGES Young latin people sitting on sofa at home during christmas Credit: GETTY IMAGES Young latin people sitting on sofa at home during christmas Credit: GETTY IMAGES For many, New Year’s Eve is all about dressing up and heading to a glamorous end-of-the-year bash to ring in January 1....

If you’re dealing with an itchy scalp, you’re understandably uncomfortable and probably a little frustrated. Also known as scalp pruritus, an itchy scalp is a common condition, says Dr. Marisa Garshick, MD, a dermatologist at Medical Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery in New York, that affects up to 50 percent of Americans. “For some people, itchy scalp can be a temporary situation, such as a sensitivity to something that comes into contact with the skin, an infestation, such as head lice, or it can be related to a more chronic condition such as psoriasis or seborrheic dermatitis,” Dr....

amanda william wedding tennessee purple bridesmaids Credit: Cassidy Carson Photography Every bridesmaid has heard this before: “The best thing about the dresses I chose for you is that you’ll be able to wear it again after the wedding!” But how many times have you actually donned those gowns again? No matter what the bride says or how fashionable the dress may be, most bridesmaids never find a time to wear their big-day ensembles again....

Ready to refresh the first space you see in the morning and the last you experience before falling asleep each night? Lean toward soothing paint colors, from soft greens to unobtrusive neutrals, to create a rest-ready room in the new year. “Cool hues and neutral color tones are often chosen as overall bedroom colors because of their power to calm a space, offering a sanctuary for relaxation,” says Erika Woelfel, vice president of color and creative services at Behr....

green wedding invitation Credit: Ryan Ray Photography “RSVP” is a fancy, abbreviated way of asking guests to let you know whether or not they’re coming to your wedding. You mail an RSVP card with each invitation then sit back and wait for guests to reply. Pretty exciting! What’s not so exciting, though, is managing all of those responses. That’s why we’re sharing tips that make handling RSVPs a whole lot easier....

Green themed holiday decor with velvet couch, wreaths and christmas tree Credit: Maryna Terletska / GETTY IMAGES Green themed holiday decor with velvet couch, wreaths and christmas tree Credit: Maryna Terletska / GETTY IMAGES Green themed holiday decor with velvet couch, wreaths and christmas tree Credit: Maryna Terletska / GETTY IMAGES Green themed holiday decor with velvet couch, wreaths and christmas tree Credit: Maryna Terletska / GETTY IMAGES The holidays are just around the corner, which means it’s time to start making plans to transform your home into a festive oasis to welcome family and friends....

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