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While Kitty’s whiskers add to her cuteness, they also serve a physiological purpose. “Your cats’ whiskers are definitely a more complex organ than they may appear to be,” explains Dr. Jesus Aramendi, senior veterinarian at Chewy. “Cat whiskers, also known as vibrissae, are not just a set of long thick hairs attached to their cheeks. These hairs have the functionality to act as a sensory organ to aid your cat in understanding their surroundings in dim light, orienting themselves in tight spaces, and even detecting changes in air currents which alert them of movements....

rose wedding cake Credit: Sawyer Baird Having a hard time deciding what flavor wedding cake to serve at your reception? You’re not alone. So many couples struggle to make this big dessert decision. To help make it easier, we asked four cake bakers from around the country to share the flavors they are most frequently asked to make for brides and grooms. WEDDING CAKE FLAVORS YOU HAVEN’T TRIED YET Vanilla Surprised?...

Pale pink is the color du jour—in homes, restaurants, and even workspaces. In an earlier time, it was prevalent in glassware better known as Depression glass. Today, Depression glass is the term for the colored or transparent glassware that was mass-produced in the United States during the 1920s and 1930s. This colorful glassware, an inexpensive and cheerful antidote to the dark days of the Great Depression, was not actually known by its current name until the 1970s, when collectors named it....

book jacket for field flower vase Credit: Chelsea Fuss / Courtesy of Abrams Books By Chelsea Fuss book jacket for field flower vase Credit: Chelsea Fuss / Courtesy of Abrams Books book jacket for field flower vase Credit: Chelsea Fuss / Courtesy of Abrams Books book jacket for field flower vase Credit: Chelsea Fuss / Courtesy of Abrams Books The idea of foraging—whether for edible plants, dye plants, or just decorative ones—has had a resurgence in recent years....

mla104117_0411_lily_of_valleyrf2.jpg Credit: Richard Felber Have you ever known someone dainty, attractive, and exceedingly charming, yet surprisingly determined? Many gardeners would describe the diminutive lily of the valley as just such a character. With its deeply fragrant flowers – scallop-edge bells that dangle above bright emerald-green leaves – this nearly deer-proof shade lover appears to be delicate in an old-fashioned way. But the pretty plant is also an intrepid wanderer, spreading readily and rapidly, and anyone who gardens in a small space will want to watch this perennial to make sure it stays in bounds....

` 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 It’s time to celebrate the bride with a bash attended by her closest family and friends!...

Porcelain Hang Tag: Final Instead of printing your place cards, here’s a way to elevate your table setting-without breaking your budget. The key is to take something already available and customize it to fit your specific event. In this case we used a simple porcelain manila hangtag from Fishs Eddy. It’s a wonderfully whimsical little product that instantly inspired so many uses with just a little imagination-including helping guests locate their seats!...

Air plants, also known as Tillandsias, are the cool living décor items that will add whimsy to your home. These plants are easy to care for and require less growing materials than their leafier counterparts do (no soil!) but still offer some of the same benefits plant lovers want: a bit of life, a pop of color, and air quality enhancements. woman holding planter of air plants Credit: Mint Images / Getty Images What are air plants?...

On This Page Take Inventory Keep Like With Like Discard Excess Inventory Buy What You Need Create an Organizing System Ordering takeout food, packing your lunch, and storing leftovers from dinner can all lead to an influx of small food storage containers in your kitchen. This, in turn, creates the nearly impossible task of keeping all those containers organized. “This is really a universal challenge,” says Lisa Zaslow of Gotham Organizers....

When the weather is just right, the porch is a go-to spot for enjoying long chats with family and friends, drinking refreshing glasses of iced tea, or reading a good book. However, when bugs are buzzing around or leaves are falling from the trees, most of us begin to spend less time in these outdoor living spaces. If you want to extend the amount of time you’re able to use your porch, consider screening it in; while screens won’t be enough to transform your porch into an all-seasons space, it will make it more comfortable during certain parts of the year....

Whether you’re feeling under the weather or are just trying to take in plenty of immune-boosting fruits and vegetables to ward off potential colds, flus, or COVID-19, drinking tea can improve your overall health. If you’re trying to enjoy more good-for-you beverages right now, we have a feeling that this recipe from Martha Stewart will become your new go-to drink. Our founder loves drinking Ginger Lemon Brown Sugar Tea as an old-fashioned remedy for a sore or itchy throat....

toasting the New Year Credit: Getty/Monkey Business Images toasting the New Year Credit: Getty/Monkey Business Images toasting the New Year Credit: Getty/Monkey Business Images toasting the New Year Credit: Getty/Monkey Business Images There’s something magical about New Year’s Eve, with its reflection on the past coupled with the promise of a fresh start—a whole new year—the next day. It’s no wonder that the occasion is typically marked with joyous, often raucous celebration....

giant-pancake-dps-0138-mld111000.jpg Credit: Ryan Liebe giant-pancake-dps-0138-mld111000.jpg Credit: Ryan Liebe giant-pancake-dps-0138-mld111000.jpg Credit: Ryan Liebe giant-pancake-dps-0138-mld111000.jpg Credit: Ryan Liebe Looking for ways to become a more confident cook at home? Our food editors are here to help. Each week, we’re shining a spotlight on the exciting things happening in the Martha Stewart test kitchen. Our editors will share their best cooking tips, favorite products, new ideas, and more in our weekly series, Out of the Kitchen....

When choosing a potato for a recipe, keep texture in mind: Waxy potatoes are high in moisture and low in starch, and tend to hold shape when cooked; floury potatoes are high in starch and low in moisture. Yukon Gold -Yukon gold potatoes are the result of crossbreeding a North American white potato with a wild South American yellow-fleshed variety. -Originated in Canada and made its way to the U.S. in the early 1980s....

princess eugenie jack brooksbank engagement photo Credit: The Royal Family via Instagram ` 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...

When it comes to deciding between seeding or sodding your lawn, you should consider several factors. Everything from time spent to the overarching cost will help you determine which method is best for restoring your green space to its former glory. Of course, no two lawns (or two homeowners, for that matter) are the same, so the decision to sod or seed may also come down to what works best for you (take aesthetics into account, too!...

mld104488_0209_be1.jpg If you’re looking to achieve a subtle, calming effect in any room, you’ll want to choose a balanced color palette. The best way to anchor a room that’s begging for a sense of calm is to reach for a neutral paint shade-but that doesn’t mean beige is your only option, says Lorna Aragon, Martha Stewart Living’s home editor. “Most people don’t really consider neutrals to be anything beyond just beige....

Maintaining a balanced diet, spending time with loved ones, and getting plenty of exercise are all known ways to reduce the risk of cognitive decline as you age. As more and more research is conducted on the brain, scientists are constantly finding new ways to prevent diseases like dementia and Alzheimer’s in humans. The latest study, which comes from researchers at the University of Washington School of Medicine, found that cataract surgery significantly lowers dementia risk in seniors....

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gay-couple-mens-wedding-fashion-1-0715 Anna Hardy Photography Since the ruling of the Supreme Court case allowing same-sex marriage, there has been one question on a lot of male couples’ minds: “What do we wear to our ceremony?” Well, guys, you’ve got a unique set of considerations when choosing wedding attire. The one on top of the list is, “Should we match?” You’re joining in marriage to share your lives together-not because you’re becoming one person....