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brittany snow tyler stanaland red carpet Credit: Getty / Kevin Mazur ` 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...

claire-thomas-bridal-shower-tea-diy-chalkboard-coffee-mug-finished-0814.jpg Credit: Courtesy of Claire Thomas THE TOOLS 8 oz white coffee mug with handleScotchBlue Painter’s Tape1-2 small-bristle paintbrushesBlack chalkboard paintWhite chalk ink pen claire-thomas-bridal-shower-tea-diy-supplies-0814.jpg Credit: Courtesy of Claire Thomas HOW-TO 1. Rip four strips of tape from the roll and stick them onto the mug, forming a large box. claire-thomas-bridal-shower-tea-diy-coffee-mug-tape-0814.jpg Credit: Courtesy of Claire Thomas 2. Dip brush into black paint and color the inside of the box until the area resembles a chalkboard....

After years of braising meats and vegetables or cooking pasta and rice, pots and pans can start to show their age. While browning or rusting on a once-shiny, stainless-steel pan can be removed with a bit of elbow grease—and a lot of help from a cleaning product like Bar Keeper’s Friend ($4.95, williamssonoma.com)—other issues like warping or scratched coating on a nonstick pan can be a sign that the performance of your pan is no longer top notch....

transitional foliage branches in vases Credit: Courtesy of JS Rhos ` 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 transitional foliage branches in vases Credit: Courtesy of JS Rhos transitional foliage branches in vases Credit: Courtesy of JS Rhos...

When we talk about baking Martha-worthy pies, we often focus on the perfect crust, fillings, and baking techniques. While each of these elements certainly can make or break a pie, one less often discussed factor is what you’ll bake your pastry in: the pie plate. Just like when baking any kind of treats, the material the baking dish is made of affects the final result. If your pies aren’t coming out exactly how you like, you might want to consider what you are baking them in....

bc-skin-nails-2-stk67701cor.jpg bc-skin-nails-2-stk67701cor.jpg bc-skin-nails-2-stk67701cor.jpg bc-skin-nails-2-stk67701cor.jpg Giving yourself a manicure at home is a great way to enjoy a little self-care—this is especially true if you’re using good-for-you ingredients. But so many skincare products and nail polishes are loaded with chemicals that can dry out your skin. While traditional exfoliants, moisturizers, and polish removers all serve a purpose, sometimes you just want a natural, chemical-free manicure to get your hands feeling soft, supple, and cared for....

If you haven’t yet decorated your home for Halloween, it’s certainly not too late to start. In fact, we’d urge you to wait until October 10—which is when artist and designer John Derian will release his new limited-edition Halloween collection with Threshold, a Target brand. Known for his decoupage and ceramics, Derian dipped into the spookier side of his archive to bring this curated series of pillows, platters, candelabras, furniture, and more to life—or, should we say, to raise it from the dead....

carlie-gabe-wedding-vow-renewal-247dm1-5220-s111570.jpg Credit: Delbarr Moradi Photography Vow renewals are hot right now, with everyone from Beyoncé and Jay-Z to Alec and Hilaria Baldwin doing one. It’s not hard to see why couples-in Hollywood or not-love the idea: A vow renewal is a celebration of a longstanding relationship that two people got right. So, does that mean the occasion warrants a gift? If you’ve been invited to a couple’s vow renewal and are unsure whether or not you need to bring a present along, read on....

Strawberry jam Credit: AtlasStudio / Getty Images Strawberry jam Credit: AtlasStudio / Getty Images Strawberry jam Credit: AtlasStudio / Getty Images Strawberry jam Credit: AtlasStudio / Getty Images What is breakfast toast without your favorite jam or jelly? Or that PBJ? It is no secret that jams and jellies are versatile, delectable spreads that can add just the right touch to anything from a stack of our Test Kitchen’s Favorite Buttermilk Pancakes to a charcuterie board....

Lauren Gores and Jake Ireland Credit: Simone and Martin Photography It’s been four years since You & Lu blogger Lauren Gores tied the knot in a luxurious garden celebration, and so much has changed since then. She and her husband, Jake Ireland, welcomed a son last year and kicked off 2018 with a major beauty launch (Gores, along with fellow beauty blogger Marianna Hewitt, are the founders of the new skincare company, Summer Fridays!...

Knitting is experiencing something of a comeback in the DIY world right now, and it’s not difficult to see why. Equal parts crafty and cool, knitting is both a calming and creative way to design your own one-of-a-kind clothing and décor items. “Knitting is a tactile, rhythmic therapy for me,” Denise Bayron of Bayron Handmade explains. “Knitting, sewing, and the making of garments and home goods is a slow art. It forces you to sit down, pace yourself, and breathe....

young family walking through airport Credit: jacoblund / Getty Images young family walking through airport Credit: jacoblund / Getty Images young family walking through airport Credit: jacoblund / Getty Images young family walking through airport Credit: jacoblund / Getty Images Time is flying: There are officially less than six months left in 2022. But that doesn’t mean you can’t take advantage of the remainder of the year—and that includes prioritizing a much-needed break to travel....

spider strainers in crock Find out what’s been happening in the world of 42 Burners, aka our test kitchen, with our weekly series. Do you have a spider in your utensil crock? For the 42 Burners crew, it’s such an indispensable tool that there are always multiple on hand in the test kitchen. Also called a wok skimmer, wire skimmer, or wire scoop, a spider is a round, long-handled strainer with a wide metal basket that resembles a spider’s web (hence the name!...

marth-bloomsybox-flowers-1118 Credit: Andrew Ingalls You’ve got her expertise on demand to help you with cooking and crafting; now, you can fill your homes with the gardening expert’s favorite blooms, hand-selected by Martha herself. Thanks to her latest partnership with floral subscription service, BloomsyBox.com, flower fanatics across the country can sign up to receive a monthly delivery of gorgeous roses (or gift a delivery to loved ones!) guaranteed to brighten anyone’s day....

flower-bouquet-710-md110971.jpg Credit: Aaron Dyer All large-scale events (yes, even weddings!) produce a level of waste we’re not used to seeing on a daily basis. If you want to avoid having your nuptials add to the problem, know that making small changes can have a big impact. Here are a few ways to easily reduce waste at your wedding, starting with making it a priority. Make Waste Reduction a Clear Priority Work with your vendor team to create a wedding that’s low-waste....

brittany alex wedding couple with parents Credit: Sarah Ingram After decades as a mother, it’s safe to say you’ve mastered your role. Then, after a few I dos and a nice party, you became someone’s mother-in-law overnight. What are the rules associated with this new title, and how can you be the type of mother-in-law your new son or daughter is proud to call family? Consider the following tips, which will help you create a long and loving relationship with your child’s new spouse....

Whether you’re an avid vegetable gardener or a novice, there are certain conditions in the natural world that can’t be prevented. Chief among them is a drought. When a prolonged period of little rainfall is coupled with scorching summer heat, your once-fruitful vegetable garden will soon show signs of distress—if you don’t take the proper precautions, that is. We spoke with Dominique Charles, an avid gardener, garden consultant, and the founder of Plots & Pans, for tips on how to save your vegetable garden when faced with dry conditions, plus preemptive steps for establishing a healthy foundation....

They always seem to play second fiddle to apples, but pears are truly wonderful fruits that deserve more of the spotlight. They have been a favorite fruit of humans since at least Roman times and for good reason: They’re sublime eaten fresh and ripe whether peeled or not, cored and quartered, or just enjoyed whole. They’re also a versatile ingredient in both savory and sweet recipes. So, how do you do ensure you’re eating a perfectly ripe pear, and how do you choose the best ones to cook with?...

la103380_0708_lemonade.jpg la103380_0708_lemonade.jpg la103380_0708_lemonade.jpg la103380_0708_lemonade.jpg One of the best ways to quench your thirst on a hot summer day is with a big glass of lemonade. The citrusy beverage is usually made with just three ingredients—freshly squeezed lemon juice, your choice of sweetener, and water—and it doesn’t require heating the stove, a definite plus during the warmer months. Whether you have a cookout coming up or want to keep a batch of the drink in your fridge to enjoy at your leisure, there are some steps you can take to ensure your lemonade is extra delicious....

When tending to your skin, there are a few essentials that are probably already in your routine (like sunscreen, moisturizers, and more). But when winter rolls around, there are some extra precautions to take to ensure your skin stays healthy—especially if you regularly deal with breakouts at this point in the year. To understand the ins and outs of cold-weather acne, read on; we tapped experts in the skin care industry and asked them to share everything you need to know about healing acne during the chilly season....