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smokebush-012-d111418.jpg The grove of smoke bush at my farm includes Cotinus 'Grace' and C. coggygria 'Young Lady.' | Credit: Bryan Gardner I really knew nothing about this unusual plant until I purchased Skylands, my home on Mount Desert Island in Maine, in 1997. I hadn’t noticed branches of it in flower arrangements or examples of it in friends’ yards or gardens. One day, as I was getting my house ready for a big dinner party with the help of colleagues Kevin Sharkey and Kevin Burger, I asked Kevin Sharkey to cut flowers from the garden for his huge arrangements, and Kevin Burger to pick up some additional stems of oriental lilies at a local farm....

using sponge cloth to clean faucet Credit: Peter Dazeley / Getty Images using sponge cloth to clean faucet Credit: Peter Dazeley / Getty Images using sponge cloth to clean faucet Credit: Peter Dazeley / Getty Images using sponge cloth to clean faucet Credit: Peter Dazeley / Getty Images Whether you actively think about it or not, we interact with paper and plastic almost every day. Unfortunately, common items like plastic cups or paper bags are often tossed out after one use—and don’t typically don’t get another life cycle....

` 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 Coordinating plans for celebrating the mother figure in your life is an often-complicated task that’s different in every family: childhood dynamics, parent-child relationships, personalities, and incomes can all influence seemingly simple decisions about flowers, brunch, and gifts....

It’s sad, but true: There is no instantaneous skin-clearing supplement out there. In fact, those daily pills might actually be working against you and enhancing your skin issues. “Some supplements may contain hidden excipient ingredients which are actually gut irritants. They can impact the health of your gut, causing low-grade inflammation, which in turn manifests as breakouts on the skin,” explains Carla Oates, CEO and founder of The Beauty Chef. Ahead, five supplements that could be the culprits behind your inexplicable acne....

Upcycling is one a feel-good way to ensure you are doing right by the environment while also repurposing something old into something new again. You don’t even have to venture out—there are plenty of odds and ends to be found around the home. We have shown an old dresser can be transformed into an idyllic dollhouse and explain how to upcycle a rug into something practical, like a handbag. Surely, old frames—some battered, others picking up dust in the attic—have been on your list to clean out....

blue kitchen with wine fridge Credit: Courtesy of LG blue kitchen with wine fridge Credit: Courtesy of LG blue kitchen with wine fridge Credit: Courtesy of LG blue kitchen with wine fridge Credit: Courtesy of LG Maybe you splash out on wine occasionally—or frequently—buying a case or two whenever you find something unique or well priced. Suddenly, you have quite a wine collection on your hands, enough to weather the months to come....

If you struggle to keep your lawn clear of pesky weeds like crabgrass, consider this your official guide to ensuring it looks its best all year long. Crabgrass, formally called digitaria sanguinalis, pops up in hot, dry environments, usually in the summertime, according to Martha. On her blog, our founder notes that it gets its common name from the leaves, which form a tight, crab-like circle. Seeds germinate from the weed as temperatures warm up around the spring and summer....

Woman using smartphone with laptop in cafe Credit: Tim Robberts / GETTY IMAGES Woman using smartphone with laptop in cafe Credit: Tim Robberts / GETTY IMAGES Woman using smartphone with laptop in cafe Credit: Tim Robberts / GETTY IMAGES Woman using smartphone with laptop in cafe Credit: Tim Robberts / GETTY IMAGES Whether it’s tapping out a text, scrolling through TikTok, curling up with a favorite film, or typing a lengthy email, technology is front and center in our daily lives—literally....

Avocado toast and a halved avocado on wooden table Credit: Getty Images Avocado toast and a halved avocado on wooden table Credit: Getty Images Avocado toast and a halved avocado on wooden table Credit: Getty Images Avocado toast and a halved avocado on wooden table Credit: Getty Images There’s a lot to love about avocados. They’re creamy, mild, and filled with good-for-you fats. Avocados are also delightfully versatile, earning them a spot in everything from tacos to toast....

wedding couple dancing Credit: Jose Villa Choosing a first dance song is a major decision. The first married spin isn’t just a highlight of the reception-it’s also a memory you’ll recall on anniversaries for years to come. While there are so many unique options out there, most couples opt for the poignant tunes of the past. That’s why we asked Shanon Cook, Trends Expert at Spotify, to tell us everything we (and you!...

woman in yellow gloves cleaning bathroom tile Credit: Getty / djedzura woman in yellow gloves cleaning bathroom tile Credit: Getty / djedzura woman in yellow gloves cleaning bathroom tile Credit: Getty / djedzura woman in yellow gloves cleaning bathroom tile Credit: Getty / djedzura If you’re a fan of natural cleaning products, you’ve likely contemplated making your own solutions at home. This is absolutely possible, says Brian Cheng, the product development manager at Public Goods; all you need are a few good recipes and clear expectations....

Young woman sitting in window frame looking out at backyard Credit: Getty / Oliver Rossi Young woman sitting in window frame looking out at backyard Credit: Getty / Oliver Rossi Young woman sitting in window frame looking out at backyard Credit: Getty / Oliver Rossi Young woman sitting in window frame looking out at backyard Credit: Getty / Oliver Rossi As we head into the warmer months, we’re all turning our attention to our yards—for some people, that means doubling down on our pest control efforts....

glass shower in modern marble bathroom Credit: GETTY IMAGES glass shower in modern marble bathroom Credit: GETTY IMAGES glass shower in modern marble bathroom Credit: GETTY IMAGES glass shower in modern marble bathroom Credit: GETTY IMAGES On This Page Materials Stain Removal Treating Tough Stains Prevention Tips When it comes to cleaning your bathroom, tackling the shower is typically the worst part thanks to the triple threat of moisture, residue, and hard water that builds up on the glass....

wooden furniture Credit: Manuel Rodriguez wooden furniture Credit: Manuel Rodriguez wooden furniture Credit: Manuel Rodriguez wooden furniture Credit: Manuel Rodriguez Perhaps you’re the lucky owner of a 1950s dresser with undeniably “good bones,” but it’s sporting a dated color. Or maybe you’ve inherited a set of antique chairs with paint so old, it’s beginning to peel. In any case, your furniture’s paint job may be the only thing between you and a future heirloom....

Long gone are the days when all phones did was make calls. With everything from music to GPS apps at our disposal, our smartphones give us access to just about anything we need. There might even be a few helpful features you aren’t yet aware of. Did you know, for instance, that your iPhone can double as a sound machine? That’s right—the device’s secret white noise function can be turned on a flash when you need some help sleeping at night or focusing at work....

A perfectly ripe avocado is a beautiful thing. Cutting into one and finding an interior that’s buttery, smooth, and a beautiful light green hue is a satisfying feeling. Perhaps you’ve heard that avocado should never go in the refrigerator, that it prevents them ripening or turns the green flesh black. Is that true? Should you ever store a ripe avocado in the refrigerator? What about an unripe avocado? And what are you supposed to do with the leftover half of an avocado?...

vows Credit: Kat Braman ` 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 vows Credit: Kat Braman vows Credit: Kat Braman...

st. patricks day lunchbox Credit: Raymond Hom St. Patrick’s Day falls on a Saturday this year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t make something festive and delicious for the kids on a weekday. These easy, clever ideas will brighten their lunch or after-school snack, guaranteed. Start by switching out the bread in their favorite sandwich for a St. Patrick’s Day-ready spinach wrap, then pack one (or all!) of the following snacks....

turkey-043-mld108379.jpg Most of us have vague memories of elementary school lessons about Colonial Thanksgiving celebrations that probably involved pilgrim hats made from construction paper. Perhaps it’s time for a quick refresher?! The feast considered to be the first Thanksgiving took place in the Plymouth colony in 1621. It was referred to at the time as “The Harvest Celebration of 1621” rather than “Thanksgiving,” although regular feasts of thanksgiving were held throughout the Colonial era....

` 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’ve selected the perfect wedding reception menu, complete with a salad, entrée, and dessert—or you thought you did....