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mini tropical pastries Credit: Greg Vore As much as we love great big wedding cakes-from naked to fancily dressed-there’s a case to be made for a grand finale of intricate pâtisserie confections: single-serving treats that are as gorgeous to display as they are delicious. To inspire you, we gathered them by the dozen from our favorite fine bakeries. And the results are pretty sweet. RELATED: SINGLE-SERVING WEDDING CAKES THAT ARE BEYOND ADORABLE Tropical Treasures Sway to island breezes-or just conjure the mood-with these enticing bites of mango, pineapple, and banana....

floral art print in room Credit: Pippa Drummond A stunning wall mural instantly opens up a room-and your imagination. And now there are thousands of high-quality designs to choose from. Installing one takes a lot less measuring and maneuvering than a gallery wall, so pick a winner and prepare for sudden impact. The dramatic floral design above, a reproduction of a still life by 17th-century Dutch master Jan Davidsz de Heem, is “all the art you need in a room,” says Living home editor Lorna Aragon, who adds that its deep palette actually makes a den (or jewelbox bedroom) look bigger....

baby shower gifts on table Credit: getty images / Rawpixel ` 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 baby shower gifts on table Credit: getty images / Rawpixel baby shower gifts on table Credit: getty images / Rawpixel...

Kate Middleton and Prince William in Scotland Credit: Chris Jackson / 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...

martha and kevin playing cards Credit: Jonny Valiant As Martha Stewart’s longtime collaborator and the brand’s Executive Editorial Director, it’s safe to say that Kevin Sharkey knows what’s what when it comes to design. Though Sharkey is well-equipped to share advice on everything from floral arrangements to organizing tight laundry room spaces, what we most look forward to are his decorating tips. To celebrate Martha’s latest lifestyle launch, Sharkey offers the one design element he thinks every homeowner should include in their space, plus his must-read recommendations for creating a cohesive, beautiful home....

` 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 Weddings have changed a lot over the years, but they’ve never looked more different than they have in the past year: In the wake of COVID-19, couples learned that a wedding can be just about anything—a celebration held on a computer screen, a drive-by parade, a family-only dinner, or an intimate elopement....

plastic easter eggs in grass Credit: Garrett Aitken / Getty Images ` 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 plastic easter eggs in grass Credit: Garrett Aitken / Getty Images plastic easter eggs in grass Credit: Garrett Aitken / Getty Images...

When it comes to deciding whether to buy or rent your next home, there are a number of different things to consider. Renting a property can offer a lot of flexibility that owning a home can’t, like the option to move at the end of your lease and not being responsible for any major repairs. But owning a home is associated with plenty of benefits as well, like the ability to build equity and take advantage of certain tax breaks....

Close up on woman's hands knitting Credit: LukaTDB / Getty Close up on woman's hands knitting Credit: LukaTDB / Getty Close up on woman’s hands knitting Credit: LukaTDB / Getty Close up on woman’s hands knitting Credit: LukaTDB / Getty Knitting has held a special place in Carson Demers’ heart ever since he was a little boy. He was only nine years old when he fell in love with the craft back in the ’60s, vividly recalling the clanking sound of the aluminum needles his mother used as she practiced each and every stitch....

blue and white striped stair runner Credit: Courtesy of Roger Oates blue and white striped stair runner Credit: Courtesy of Roger Oates blue and white striped stair runner Credit: Courtesy of Roger Oates blue and white striped stair runner Credit: Courtesy of Roger Oates Your home’s stairway is rife with design potential—all you need is the right stair runner. Not only do stair runners allow you to dress up this small space with interesting textiles, but they also safeguard your floors from damage and help prevent falls....

paige matt wedding bouquet pink flowers Credit: Maria Lamb 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...

Celebrating New Year’s Eve is often marked by fireworks, dancing, and feasting coupled with a reflection of new possibilities. But seldom do our events focus on taking care of our beautiful planet. Certified green event planner JoAnn Moore points out that “an average event with 100 to 150 people can generate over 400 pounds of trash and 62 tons of carbon dioxide emissions. Producing events that are less toxic and problematic to our environment is necessary now more than ever....

sauerkraut-1-mld107654.jpg sauerkraut-1-mld107654.jpg sauerkraut-1-mld107654.jpg sauerkraut-1-mld107654.jpg Ready for Natural Fermentation 101? We consulted Kathryn Lukas, the founder of Farmhouse Culture, a small organic sauerkraut company in northern California, to share the tricks of the trade for making sauerkraut at home. Let’s start with a little of the science: Letting the cabbage ferment at room temperature invites beneficial bacteria to grow. These microorganisms feed on sugars in the vegetables and raise levels of lactic acid, giving fermented foods their tang while also preserving them....

woman vacuuming living room rug Credit: LumiNola / Getty Images woman vacuuming living room rug Credit: LumiNola / Getty Images woman vacuuming living room rug Credit: LumiNola / Getty Images woman vacuuming living room rug Credit: LumiNola / Getty Images With summer winding down, now is the ideal time for a routine checkup to make sure your home’s interiors are in their best shape. “The fall season is a great time to get ahead of home care and other upgrades to prevent unexpected repairs and aggravation on our homes as cooler temperatures set in,” says Courtney Klosterman, the home insights expert at Hippo....

sarah ferguson wedding dress Credit: Getty A bride’s wedding day is ultimately about family-which explains why so many women incorporate some element of their mother’s big-day attire into their own looks. The latest bride to do so? Princess Eugenie, whose Peter Pilotto wedding dress subtly referenced mom Sarah Ferguson’s bridal attire. The Duchess of York married Eugenie’s father, Prince Andrew, in July 1986 and her ivory ball gown by Lindka Cierach went on to become an icon of the ’80s....

If you want to attract the most common birds to your backyard, there are a few things in your yard that make it an inviting place for your avian guests. By turning your yard into a safe haven and natural habitat for the birds in your area, you will not only have a beautiful view of nature without needing to leave your house but you will also be helping the environment....

purple stones in garden planter box Credit: Courtesy of Stephanie Rose purple stones in garden planter box Credit: Courtesy of Stephanie Rose purple stones in garden planter box Credit: Courtesy of Stephanie Rose purple stones in garden planter box Credit: Courtesy of Stephanie Rose Container gardens have a host of benefits, but the main perks are that they help budding gardeners grow an array of blooms and produce both indoors and out....

The Best of the Martha Show View Series Martha Shows Us the Right Way to Shell a Lobster, Just in Time for Summer Herb Basting Brushes, a Myriad of Spatulas, and More: These Are the Grilling Essentials Martha Says Are Mandatory Watch Martha Uncover the Secret for Growing Perfect, Lush Roses How to Build a Mobile Spring Cleaning Kit, According to Martha Before you followed Martha on Instagram, you looked forward to learning from her on the air—and you still can....

While new discoveries in the galaxy seem to happen more often these days, the inner workings of our solar system are still a mystery—especially when it comes to finding other habitable planets for humans. That moment could be here soon, though, and it’s all thanks to new research from University of Copenhagen researchers. In their study published in the journal Science Advances, the team noted that the Milky Way could actually house Earth-like planets that feature oceans and continents....

george shawn wedding guests Credit: Ben Christensen Photography Many guests wonder about what they need to bring to a couple’s ceremony and reception. While most things you need will be there-namely, food and drink-there are a few essentials you’ll want to have on hand. Here, ten must-haves every guest should plan to bring along to the wedding, ensuring that you’ll be prepared for weather conditions, wardrobe malfunctions, and moments in front of the camera....