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basketweave stitch in needlepoint Credit: Wendy Hollender basketweave stitch in needlepoint Credit: Wendy Hollender basketweave stitch in needlepoint Credit: Wendy Hollender basketweave stitch in needlepoint Credit: Wendy Hollender In needlepoint, the basketweave stitch is one that you will learn as a beginner. It’s considered one of three basic tent stitches—the half-cross stitch, the continental stitch, and the basketweave stitch—any of which can be used in a needlepoint project. Tent stitches consist of a single slanted stitch of thread across the canvas intersection; therefore, they work best for the background or design motif on a stiff, loosely woven canvas....

Portulaca grandiflora, also known as Moss Rose or Sun Rose, is a hardy, low-growing annual that is native to South America. In the summer, it can produce vibrant flowers in a rainbow of colors, including pink, yellow, and white. Portulaca is relatively easy to grow under the right conditions, and these small, bright blooms will add plenty of color to your garden’s sunny spaces. But before you start planting, it’s important to note that the pretty flowers can actually be toxic to dogs, so be sure to add these annuals only to spots where your furry friends won’t be able to reach them....

boarding pass Credit: Tetra Images/Getty Images boarding pass Credit: Tetra Images/Getty Images boarding pass Credit: Tetra Images/Getty Images boarding pass Credit: Tetra Images/Getty Images A passport is an incredibly important asset for any individual—it allows you to travel internationally and can come in handy as a second form of ID should you ever misplace your driver’s license. About half of Americans possess a passport, according to data from the Census and State Department, which is up from 15 percent since 2007....

Whether you’re accessorizing a new bookcase, trying to refresh the look of your classic built-ins, or decorating a set of floating shelves, your goal is likely to curate an organized, visually beautiful bookshelf that reflects who you (and your family!) are. Rebecca Zoet, designer and owner of This New Old House, has several no-fail tips for doing so. As for her very best piece of advice? “Make it personal. My tips will serve as a guide to get you started—but the look should reflect your style,” she says....

If making a cake from scratch is one of a home baker’s greatest pleasures, then overbaking one must rank among the biggest disappointments. After all of the energy and care that goes into preparing the cake pans as well as measuring and mixing the ingredients properly, there’s nothing worse than having the outsides of the cake get tough and the crumb inside turn out anything but tender and moist; we’d say that’s enough to discourage you from trying again....

This year, the first evening of Hanukkah falls on November 28—that’s just three days after Thanksgiving. While you may still have room for the Festival of Lights’ delicious sufganiyot (jelly donuts) amongst your leftover homemade pumpkin pie, there is still so much work (and prep) to do for the eight-night celebration. For those hosting Hanukkah festivities at their homes, everything from the menu to seasonal décor needs to be taken into consideration....

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Have you ever wondered how to turn your dreams of owning your own business into a reality? We can help. Each week, as part of our Self Made series, we showcase female entrepreneurs—as well as their quality, handmade goods—and share their best advice related to starting, maintaining, and growing your own business. The road to entrepreneurship can be a challenging one and, for women in business, it’s made even harder due to a lack of support....

` 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 Adele is currently promoting her new album, titled “30,” but she took a moment to help mark a special moment for one couple during her two-hour CBS special that aired on Sunday evening....

Prescription antibiotics have a wide range of uses, from treating sinus infections to keeping cuts clean as they heal. But before you assume they’re the cure for what’s ailing you, study up on these key queries, which we asked a doctor. When do you need an antibiotic? Antibiotics come in several forms—most often pills, but also liquid, ointment, and IV formulas—but all have the same purpose. “Antibiotics are medications that specifically treat bacterial infections,” says Jennifer Cohn, M....

bride and groom under wedding arch Credit: Beatrice Howell ` 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...

all-purpose flour, wheat flour, cake flour Credit: Minh + Wass Confused about which flour to use for what? Whether you’re making bread, cake, cookies, or pasta, we’ve got you covered! Sift through our flour primer, and you’ll always know which variety to pick up at the grocery store. TYPES OF WHEAT There are two basic types of wheat grain. Hard wheat is high in protein and gluten, which give it a coarse and elastic texture....

Though we can all agree that snow looks beautiful, shoveling it off your sidewalks and driveway is something very few people—if any—look forward to. “Shoveling snow can be very stressful,” says Daniel Miller, founder of Shovler, an app that connects you with professional snow shovelers for hire in your area, “but it can also be a very enjoyable experience.” So, what to do when you wake up and discover your home’s walkway is covered in a blanket of freshly fallen snow?...

Fruits and vegetables may seem like the most obvious healthful food choices, but there are some other options that researchers suggest working into your diet, too. In a new study published in the journal PLOS Medicine, a team of scientists found that consuming dairy fat from milk, butter, and cheese can actually help prevent cardiovascular disease (CVD). They discovered this by tracing intake through fatty acids in the blood. “Many studies have relied on people being able to remember and record the amounts and types of dairy foods they have eaten, which is especially difficult given dairy is commonly used in a variety of foods,” said Dr....

` 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 Powder is a popular makeup type across all categories, from blush and highlighter to bronzer and sunscreen....

peanut butter jar and spoon Credit: AtlasStudio / Getty Images peanut butter jar and spoon Credit: AtlasStudio / Getty Images peanut butter jar and spoon Credit: AtlasStudio / Getty Images peanut butter jar and spoon Credit: AtlasStudio / Getty Images Especially on busy weeknights, many of us try to minimize the number of tools we’re using while cooking to make clean-up easier. However, if you use one knife or spoon on certain foods, you could transfer harmful bacteria from one type of food to another and get sick....

vintage family photographs Credit: SetsukoN / Getty Images vintage family photographs Credit: SetsukoN / Getty Images vintage family photographs Credit: SetsukoN / Getty Images vintage family photographs Credit: SetsukoN / Getty Images Chances are you’ve thought about bringing your old paper photos into the digital age—and that would be a good idea. If your spring cleaning surfaced a trove of precious pictures, digitize them for safekeeping and single-click sharing. Once digitized, these photographs will no longer fade over time in scrapbook albums, boxes, or dusty frames....

Florida keys highway stretch Credit: Getty / Artur Debat By Sophie Friedman ` 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...

` 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 As long as the weather permits, summer parties, cookouts, and family picnics are quintessential this time of the year....

Little girl is playing with her dog in the snowy forest Credit: praetorianphoto / Getty Images Little girl is playing with her dog in the snowy forest Credit: praetorianphoto / Getty Images Little girl is playing with her dog in the snowy forest Credit: praetorianphoto / Getty Images Little girl is playing with her dog in the snowy forest Credit: praetorianphoto / Getty Images No matter when winter rolls around, it’s never too early to prepare for snowy conditions that can wear on the paws of our four-legged friends....