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jess-clint-wedding-cake-258-s111420-0814.jpg Credit: Jacqueline Campbell Alongside matrimony comes a slew of traditions, from kissing the bride to tossing the bouquet. But a certain ritual extends far beyond the wedding day, leaving many to wonder, well, why? Saving the top tier stems back centuries and gives couples the chance to indulge in their confection outside of that one precious wedding-day bite. But where did the tradition start, and why just the top tier?...

pie crust filled with rice beans Credit: JOHNNY MILLER pie crust filled with rice beans Credit: JOHNNY MILLER pie crust filled with rice beans Credit: JOHNNY MILLER pie crust filled with rice beans Credit: JOHNNY MILLER If you’re new to pie making, you may be unfamiliar with the term “blind baking.” Don’t be put off by this mysterious sounding term. Blind baking is easy as…..you know the rest. It’s easier, in fact, than may other aspects of pie baking, like fitting a top crust over a mound of fruit filling, or hand-forming decorative lattices and crimps....

Plastic shower curtains and liners may be affordable and easy to replace when they get dirty, but the cost adds up over time. Instead of tossing them when they start to look a little worse for wear, try cleaning your shower curtains and liners—doing so is actually fairly simple and will save you time and money in the long run. “Cleaning your shower curtain can be a very quick and easy task, so it’s a much more cost-effective choice than buying a new one every time any stain appears,” says Lauren Bowen, director of franchise operations at Two Maids and a Mop....

While there are plenty of areas in your bathroom you likely clean regularly—your sink, toilet, and tile floors to name a few—there is one area of the space you may often overlook: your showerhead. “Showerhead cleaning is crucial because the slime that has built up over time from minerals and debris, sits inside the nozzle and will clog the shower holes if left uncleaned,” say Alicia Sokolowski, president and co-CEO of Aspen Clean....

For many families, the car functions as a home away from home. Depending on the day, it’s a playground, restaurant, mobile office, and makeup studio all in one. Every now and then you’re probably struck by the urge to tidy up your vehicle, just in the same way you get that itch to deep clean your living room. Ahead, Jennifer Newman, editor-in-chief of Cars.com, and Leanne Stapf, COO of The Cleaning Authority, weigh-in on the best methods and tools to use when cleaning your car....

folded blue jeans on ironing board Credit: Kristen Prahl / Getty Images folded blue jeans on ironing board Credit: Kristen Prahl / Getty Images folded blue jeans on ironing board Credit: Kristen Prahl / Getty Images folded blue jeans on ironing board Credit: Kristen Prahl / Getty Images When you’ve landed on the perfect outfit that includes your favorite pair of jeans, it’s a major disappointment to pull them out of your drawer and find them creased with pesky wrinkles....

Also known as lucky plants and money trees, jade plants are popular indoor succulents known for their thick steams and small, fleshy leaves. “Jade plants are unique because unlike a lot of succulents, they can hold large amounts of water in both their leaves and their stems, not one or the other,” says Lisa Eldred Steinkopf of The Houseplant Guru. “They can also grow flowers in the late fall or early winter when provided enough light....

friends grilling at cookout Credit: Maskot / Getty Images ` Mastering the Holiday Meal Franchise Logo View Series Planning a Picnic? Here’s How to Pull It Off Smoothly, From Packing Your Tote to Choosing the Perfect Location What to Cook on the Grill This Father’s Day Make Mom Lunch Not Brunch with Our Marvelous Mostly Make-Ahead Menu Mother’s Day Baking Projects You and Your Mom Can Tackle Together friends grilling at cookout Credit: Maskot / Getty Images friends grilling at cookout Credit: Maskot / Getty Images...

Few fruits are more fun to grow in the garden than tomatoes, but knowing when they’re ripe and ready to eat can be tricky. “Tomatoes that are green are usually not yet ripe,” explains Christopher Landercasper, director of farming operations for the Sonoma’s Best Hospitality Group. “All tomatoes are green before they turn red, purple, or yellow, or some other color or combination.” The problem is, if you leave tomatoes on the vine to ripen, you run the risk of animals or bugs enjoying them before you have the chance to....

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The holiday season is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with a festive collection of Le Creuset cookware! The French cookware brand, which was founded in 1925, is known for its collection of vibrant stoneware including sturdy Dutch ovens, braisesr, heritage casserole pans, grill pans, and a cast-iron roaster. While colors like Flame and Marseille will always be staples in kitchens everywhere, get in the spirit of the season with their new Noël collection inspired by Christmas motifs....

az-diy-hole-punch-favor-boxes-107-d112138-0615.jpg Credit: Bryan Gardner THE TOOLS Favor boxesCircle punchPatterned paper or fabricDouble-sided tape HOW-TO Use a circle punch on a box lid.Adhere paper or fabric underneath with double-sided tape. THE DETAILS Favor boxes, $15 for 10; paperpresentation.com. Circle punch, $6; michaels.com. Indian cotton, $16/yd, and Liberty of London cotton in “Lawn Print,” $37/yd; bandjfabrics.com. Beige Florals on Mine Fine Paper, $5 for a 20-by-28-inch sheet; papersource.com. ` 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...

If you’ve seen Martha’s viral poolside selfie from 2020, you know our founder has great skin. With her own line of CBD skin care products and a beauty regime she swears by, the multi-hyphenate is an expert in knowing how to look and feel your best. So, it comes as no surprise that Clé de Peau Beauté—a skincare and makeup brand—wanted to mark the launch of its TikTok account with our founder at the forefront of their campaign....

portrait of jove meyer wearing gold suit Credit: Jerrell Trulove 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...

The monarch butterfly population has been fragile for many years now, but there is a sign of hope for these majestic insects. Last winter, researchers found that the Western Monarch butterfly population dropped from 300,000 approximately three years ago to just 1,914 in 2020, leading many conservationists to worry about extinction. However, there have been large sightings of Monarchs, particularly in the San Francisco Bay Area, due to their wintertime breeding patterns....

lentil soup lentil soup lentil soup lentil soup When it’s cold, everyone needs a comforting bowl of soup, and lentil soup wins on so many levels. Lentils are pulses, a member of the legume family, and they are protein-packed: One cup of cooked lentils has 6 to 18 grams of protein and is also an excellent source of soluble fiber. And unlike dried beans, lentils cook quickly, making them a great choice for a speedy, satisfying soup from scratch....

` 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 Sometimes you nail dinner, preparing a beautiful and delicious meal the entire family loves....

white potato starch in wood bowl Credit: bhofack2 / Getty Images white potato starch in wood bowl Credit: bhofack2 / Getty Images white potato starch in wood bowl Credit: bhofack2 / Getty Images white potato starch in wood bowl Credit: bhofack2 / Getty Images From cornstarch to tapioca, starches are the ingredients we reach for to add body to soups, give spoon-coating thickness to gravies, and lend silky puddings a spoonable texture....

illustration of living room lighting Credit: Courtesy of Spiros Halaris illustration of living room lighting Credit: Courtesy of Spiros Halaris illustration of living room lighting Credit: Courtesy of Spiros Halaris illustration of living room lighting Credit: Courtesy of Spiros Halaris It’s not enough to just have overhead lights in your home. For a room that’s equally pretty and practical, subtly light every level and corner, says interior designer Elizabeth Lawrence, a partner at Bunny Williams Associates, in New York City....

Bleached Sachet This is how beautiful they look when they’re done! When you start this project, be sure to work in a well-ventilated area. Protect your work surface and yourself by covering your space with a drop cloth, wearing old clothes or an apron, and donning gloves. Keep paper towels nearby in case of spills. Bleached Sachet Tools THE TOOLS Dried lavender budsLinen fabric of your choice (we used a vibrant blue)Matching threadString, yarn, or cordSewing machine or hand sewing suppliesScissorsRulerLiquid bleachPaint brushes and a small dishPlastic drop cloth and paper towelsApron or old clothes and glovesIron and ironing board Bleached Sachet Letter HOW-TO 1....

bride and groom in front of stone building Credit: Ryan Ray ` 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...