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Fourth of July table decorations Credit: Simply Adri Photography Fourth of July table decorations Credit: Simply Adri Photography Fourth of July table decorations Credit: Simply Adri Photography Fourth of July table decorations Credit: Simply Adri Photography Hosting is easy in the summertime, and that’s especially true on the Fourth of July. After a year of social distancing, families can safely gather again for backyard barbecues, picnic outings, and firework displays (weather permitting, of course)....

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meg nick wedding speech Credit: Elisa Bricker ` 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...

wa101295_spr05_strght.jpg You’ll pose for literally hundreds of photos on your wedding day. How can you flash your best smile in every one? It just takes a little practice. The ideal grin is one that shows the upper teeth and not too much of the gums. Examine your smile a couple of months before your wedding, and give these tips a try. wa101295_spr05_side_m.jpg Tilt your head a bit as you pose (above right)....

escort-cards-v2-097-lighter1-comp-mwd110659.jpg Credit: Emily Kate Roemer In this velvety display, women’s seating assignments have handmade bows pinned at the top, like hair accessories, while men’s are at the bottom, à la neckties. We DIY’d the bows by joining two loops of velvet ribbon with hot glue, then pinned them to a fabric-wrapped board with nailhead trim. The flowers are burgundy dahlias and chocolate cosmos, which are velvety to the touch. THE TOOLS Cotton batting Scissors30-by-30-inch stretched canvasMaskSpray-mount adhesive1 yd upholstery velvetStaple gunGlovesNailhead-trim kitLong-nose pliersHammer HOW-TO 1....

mws2313_fall10_ad_0381.jpg Your ceremony and reception are certainly important, but without a signed marriage license, your union isn’t technically complete. That’s why it’s so important to ensure this document is signed at the appropriate time, with the right witnesses. To help you be certain your nuptials are valid in the eyes of the law, we’re tackling some of the most common questions related to the signing of a marriage license. RELATED: YOUR ULTIMATE MARRIAGE LICENSE CHECKLIST When should you sign your marriage license?...

The COVID-19 pandemic and its subsequent worldwide lockdowns meant that many people were able to spend more time with their immediate family members than ever before, and this included their beloved pets. While many households grew closer, one member of the family might not have enjoyed the togetherness as much as others. According to a new study from James Cook University researchers in Australia, cats actually dreaded the extra time their owners were spending at home....

Three generation family hiking in rainforest in rain, Japan Credit: Ippei Naoi / Getty Three generation family hiking in rainforest in rain, Japan Credit: Ippei Naoi / Getty Three generation family hiking in rainforest in rain, Japan Credit: Ippei Naoi / Getty Three generation family hiking in rainforest in rain, Japan Credit: Ippei Naoi / Getty Do you love the great outdoors? That reverence very well may run in your family....

chef vallery loma in kitchen holding pie Credit: Courtesy of foodieinnewyork.com ` 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...

exposed brick wall in apartment with art work hanging Credit: CreativaStudio / Getty Images exposed brick wall in apartment with art work hanging Credit: CreativaStudio / Getty Images exposed brick wall in apartment with art work hanging Credit: CreativaStudio / Getty Images exposed brick wall in apartment with art work hanging Credit: CreativaStudio / Getty Images Exposed brick adds major appeal to most homes, a fact most interior designers agree on....

kitchen sink with decorative diy sink skirt Credit: Lennart Weibull kitchen sink with decorative diy sink skirt Credit: Lennart Weibull kitchen sink with decorative diy sink skirt Credit: Lennart Weibull kitchen sink with decorative diy sink skirt Credit: Lennart Weibull When we think of skirts in the context of our homes, our thoughts automatically turn to beds. Adding a layer of cotton underneath the box spring does wonders for the sliver of space below—it turns barren, underutilized square footage into a hidden storage opportunity, perfect for storing slim boxes of winter clothes or special occasion-only shoes....

french onion soup served with cheesy bread Credit: Jenny Huang french onion soup served with cheesy bread Credit: Jenny Huang french onion soup served with cheesy bread Credit: Jenny Huang french onion soup served with cheesy bread Credit: Jenny Huang Wouldn’t you like a bowl of French onion soup right now? It’s cozy, comforting, and feeds the soul on a cold day. Eating the cheese toast-topped soup is like enjoying a bowl of rich, deeply beefy onion soup and a grilled cheese....

lego pieces scattered on wood floor Credit: Getty Images/mustafagull lego pieces scattered on wood floor Credit: Getty Images/mustafagull lego pieces scattered on wood floor Credit: Getty Images/mustafagull lego pieces scattered on wood floor Credit: Getty Images/mustafagull On This Page Store Based on Building Style Store Like With Like Store Pieces in Clear Bins Store Pieces in Drawers Store LEGOs Away From Heat Clean LEGOs Regularly If you find yourself swimming in a sea of endless LEGO pieces, it’s likely that an efficient organizing system for the toy parts is long overdue....

Painting your home’s surfaces after they have experienced water damage is much different than a standard job. These types of surfaces require a bit more prep work in order to make sure that the coating will look its best—and that it will continue to look that way long after you’ve put your brushes and rollers away. Ahead, everything you need to know about attempting a paint project after a period of water damage....

Nothing ruins a day outdoors like a run-in with poison ivy. “Poison ivy is a member of the Toxicodendron genus of plants in the Anacardaceae family that includes poison oak and poison sumac,” explains gardening expert Melinda Myers. “All parts of poison ivy contain an oil resin called urushiol that causes skin rashes.” spraying for poison ivy through fence Credit: Getty / AprylRED Found throughout most of the United States, it’s not uncommon for poison ivy plants to pop up in residential backyards and gardens—especially if you live in a rural area....

scallions on beige background Credit: Bryan Gardner scallions on beige background Credit: Bryan Gardner scallions on beige background Credit: Bryan Gardner scallions on beige background Credit: Bryan Gardner They’re sold in grocery stores all year round, so it’s easy to take scallions for granted, but you absolutely shouldn’t. Members of the onion family, these edible bulbs are from the genus known as alliums, and they’re relatives of shallots, garlic, ramps, leeks, chives, and all common varieties of onions....

diy cold brew coffee diy cold brew coffee diy cold brew coffee diy cold brew coffee Iced coffee is a popular drink year-round, but it’s a ubiquitous beverage during spring and summer when the weather is warmer and a steaming hot cup of coffee sounds somewhat unappealing. As an alternative to buying iced coffee or cold brew from a coffee shop, why not make it yourself at home? Whether you simply chill freshly-brewed coffee or make your own cold brew, doing so will save you money and serve as a fun project in the kitchen....

After nearly a year of living through a global pandemic, it’s safe to say that everyone is in need of a bright spot, and KitchenAid is here to deliver. The beloved kitchen appliance company has announced their 2021 color of the year: honey. “Through the color honey, KitchenAid offers everyone a new way to bond over making while bringing an extra touch of warmth directly to their countertops,” the brand said in a statement....

Martha Stewart Everyday Women's Collection Credit: Courtesy of Kevin Sharkey Martha Stewart Everyday Women's Collection Credit: Courtesy of Kevin Sharkey Martha Stewart Everyday Women’s Collection Credit: Courtesy of Kevin Sharkey Martha Stewart Everyday Women’s Collection Credit: Courtesy of Kevin Sharkey This year, although unprecedented, offered a new opportunity to simplify our lives: We took to our gardens, reorganized our homes, and even picked up a new hobby or two (like baking banana bread, lots and lots of banana bread)....

By Sarah Stebbins There is a soft crash and then a faint tinkling as the waves nudge small trinkets—shells, rocks, and, sometimes, glistening fragments of colored glass—ashore. Shining in the sand like so many emeralds, sapphires, opals, and bits of amethyst and aquamarine, the burnished shards known as sea glass, look as if they might have been emptied from a treasure chest anchored to the ocean floor. How Sea Glass Is Made Unlike true jewels, which are created in nature and refined by humans, sea glass is made by man and finessed by the natural world....