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botanical cyanotype prints displayed on floral dresser Credit: Dane Tashima botanical cyanotype prints displayed on floral dresser Credit: Dane Tashima botanical cyanotype prints displayed on floral dresser Credit: Dane Tashima botanical cyanotype prints displayed on floral dresser Credit: Dane Tashima If the word chintz gives you flashbacks to Grandma’s parlor (or its tissue-box cover), let us unfurl a whole new vision. With sophisticated colors, fewer frills, and creative pairings, classic flower and plant motifs can look ultramodern....

picnic party on the grass Credit: Getty / Westend61 picnic party on the grass Credit: Getty / Westend61 picnic party on the grass Credit: Getty / Westend61 picnic party on the grass Credit: Getty / Westend61 ‘Tis the season for outdoor entertaining, and if you aren’t already thinking about single-serving menus, now’s the time to do so. In light of the coronavirus pandemic, safely hosting guests is of the utmost importance....

Papaya fruit on white marble Credit: leonori / Getty Images Papaya fruit on white marble Credit: leonori / Getty Images Papaya fruit on white marble Credit: leonori / Getty Images Papaya fruit on white marble Credit: leonori / Getty Images A luscious subtropical fruit, papaya can be used in many different ways: The fruit can be breakfast, dinner, drink, dessert, and even medicine. Despite its versatility and popularity across the globe, papaya can be an intimidating fruit to choose....

potato-varieties-med108219.jpg Credit: Emily Roemer Culinary schools dedicate an entire section of class to the potato. We’re not suggesting you go to school to learn about potatoes but beyond techniques for cooking potatoes, what the course covers and what you need to know is that potatoes fall into one of three types: starchy, waxy, and all-purpose. Regardless of what the potatoes you come across in the supermarket are named, if you can identify which type they are, you have the key to understanding the best way to cook those potatoes....

Instagram is a treasure trove of visual beauty for nearly any topic imaginable, and gardening is no exception. From houseplant connoisseurs whose homes are brimming with greenery to outdoor gardeners crafting verdant landscapes to floral designers composing lush arrangements, there is no shortage of variety. Here, we’ve rounded up several experts and shops to help you along your own garden journey. Hilton Carter Plant and interiors stylist Hilton Carter has made a name for himself by turning his living space into an indoor jungle oasis....

If you find yourself saying that there aren’t enough hours in the day, there’s a scientific reason behind that. Scientists believe that the Earth is spinning faster than it has in 50 years, which is causing each day to be slightly shorter than 24 hours. For decades, the Earth actually took slightly longer than 24 hours to complete a rotation, but since last year, it has been taking slightly less than 24 hours, according to the Daily Mail....

All outer space sightings are captivating, but a recent finding is truly one for the record books. According to CNN, Proxima Centauri, our sun’s closest star (which is located 25 trillion miles away), released a historic flare back in May 1, 2019. While it only lasted seven seconds, astronomers around the world are now sharing its massive impact in a study published in The Astrophysical Journal Letters. “The star went from normal to 14,000 times brighter when seen in ultraviolet wavelengths over the span of a few seconds,” Meredith MacGregor, a study author and assistant professor at the University of Colorado Boulder, shared in a statement....

frozen-cutlets-091-d111230.jpg frozen-cutlets-091-d111230.jpg frozen-cutlets-091-d111230.jpg frozen-cutlets-091-d111230.jpg Crispy, crunchy, and airy, panko seems to be the ingredient we find ourselves reaching for whenever a recipe calls for breadcrumbs, making it a staple in our pantries and favorite ingredient at dinnertime. It’s finally time for old-school Italian breadcrumbs to share the spotlight. Panko is a Japanese-style breadcrumb that’s widely available in grocery stores. Perfectly engineered, panko breadcrumbs are made using a special technique that creates a crustless bread and light jagged flakes filled with tiny air pockets....

Typical suburban saltbox colonial house Credit: Getty / patty_c Typical suburban saltbox colonial house Credit: Getty / patty_c Typical suburban saltbox colonial house Credit: Getty / patty_c Typical suburban saltbox colonial house Credit: Getty / patty_c Whether escaping the city for a summer road trip through quiet New England towns or roaming picturesque streets dotted with Colonial-era houses as you gaze at the fall foliage, a trip to the Northeast United States practically ensures you’re treat to some of American Colonialism’s finest architecture....

` Net Worth Logo View Series Five Steps to Take Now to Catch Up on Retirement Savings How to Start a Retirement Fund at Any Life Stage How to Maximize Your Retirement Accounts Three Things You Need to Know If You’re Considering Early Retirement Early retirement sounds great: We make plans to enjoy the rest of our lives without having to work—unless we want to do so—and to spend time with family and friends, explore new hobbies, and maybe even travel the world....

Inflation typically accounts for the changes in prices you notice on your favorite foods at the grocery store, but some items are reaching new heights in terms of price, and bacon is at the top of the list. According to CNN, the cost of the savory meat increased 28 percent in the last 12 months alone, per inflation-adjusted Consumer Price Index data. As for why the prices jumped so high? It’s due to supply chain problems and inflation since the start of the pandemic and company leaders in the industry controlling market share....

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If your mattress is sunken in the shape of your form, it’s time for an upgrade. According to the Sleep Foundation, most traditional mattresses only hold up for seven to 10 years before softening and sagging, leaving you with sleepless nights and aching joints. Once you’ve purchased a new mattress, you might start considering your options for getting rid of the old one. While donation is an option through some charitable organizations, many don’t accept the bedroom essentials for a variety of different reasons—state laws governing the reuse of mattresses is just one reason why this process can be complicated....

One of the essential lifestyle factors that help us function efficiently is sleep. When you give your mind and body an opportunity to recharge, you wake up feeling refreshed and alert, which sets you up for a more successful day. Adequate levels of sleep impact our overall health and wellness, our immune system, and our general mood and energy. There is an argument about quality of sleep versus quantity of sleep—nine hours of fragmented or poor-quality sleep won’t be as healthy as seven hours of sound, restorative sleep....

13edf06_e.jpg 13edf06_e.jpg 13edf06_e.jpg 13edf06_e.jpg Chardonnay is literally all over the map, ranging from ripe, fruit-forward white wines of the New World to leaner, more understated whites of the Old World. Despite notable differences in flavor profiles—a result of everything from the vintage and harvest setting to the terroir and winemaking style—many wine lovers seem to lump all Chardonnays into one generic stereotype that they either love or loathe. “I think your average wine drinker still thinks of Chardonnay in the old-school California sense: a bit of residual sugar, nice heavy oak toast, and butter aplenty,” says Tracy Kendall, associate winemaker for Nicolas-Jay, a small winery in Oregon’s Willamette Valley, who holds a masters in enology and viticulture from UC Davis....

Ketchup is a fan-favorite condiment around the world, and it’s used to coat everything from French fries to hot dogs and hamburgers. Now, this tasty topping is getting an out-of-this-world makeover: According to CNN, the Heinz brand created its “Marz Edition” ketchup with tomatoes grown in Mars-like conditions here on Earth. It took a research team of 14 astrobiologists and nine months to create the tomatoes, which they grew at the Aldrin Space Institute at the Florida Institute of Technology in an environment complete with soil, temperature, and water reminiscent to that on Mars....

It’s no secret that exercising is good for both your physical and mental health, so when fitness centers shuttered amid the coronavirus pandemic, gym-goers everywhere turned inwards, converting areas of their home or garage into personal workout centers. Much like working from home, it seems like at-home workouts are here to stay. According to a recent survey from Beachbody, a Santa Monica–based health and fitness company, nine in ten Americans who exercise regularly say they will continue to exercise at home even after they feel comfortable returning to a fitness center....

Deadheading your hydrangeas correctly—and at the appropriate time—only improves these plants down the road. Similar to pruning, deadheading is the practice of removing spent flowers from a plant to encourage better blooms later on. “Deadheading allows the energy produced by the plant to go into the leaves, stems, and roots (rather than forming seeds) for future growth,” explains professional gardener Melinda Myers. blue and purple hydrangea bushes Credit: Getty / Photograph by Kangheewan....

Think of your Christmas tree as a canvas. Decorating your pine or balsam fir is fun, but it also gives you an opportunity to express your creativity. You can show off your design personality with lights, ornaments, and toppers. But spools of ribbon also make beautiful additions to your tannenbaum. So, how can you incorporate some Christmas tree ribbon into your seasonal vignette? Ribbons are quite versatile for Christmas tree decorating....

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