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red and orange japanese maple trees Credit: Courtesy of The Martha Blog red and orange japanese maple trees Credit: Courtesy of The Martha Blog red and orange japanese maple trees Credit: Courtesy of The Martha Blog red and orange japanese maple trees Credit: Courtesy of The Martha Blog Japanese maples are surprisingly easy to grow and flexible enough to tolerate a wide range of soils and even some shade. For the best color, grow them in full sun with afternoon shade, especially in the hottest regions....

stairwell with greenery and candles Credit: Sanaz 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...

Guest bedroom interior with scandinavian design such as cozy lighting, comfy pillows and plenty of storage Credit: CreativaStudio / GETTY IMAGES Guest bedroom interior with scandinavian design such as cozy lighting, comfy pillows and plenty of storage Credit: CreativaStudio / GETTY IMAGES Guest bedroom interior with scandinavian design such as cozy lighting, comfy pillows and plenty of storage Credit: CreativaStudio / GETTY IMAGES Guest bedroom interior with scandinavian design such as cozy lighting, comfy pillows and plenty of storage...

Most at-home manicure mishaps—nails cut too short, rough cuticles, and smudging—are temporary, but spilling polish on your favorite piece of clothing can leave a permanent mark. “The best action you can take when you spot a polish stain on your clothes is to stay calm,” says Patric Richardson of The Laundry Evangelist. According to Richardson, panic can cause you to spread the stain or rub the fabric too aggressively. “Take a deep breath, and then start working,” he says....

Martha Stewart with handmade wreath Credit: Matthew Williams Martha Stewart with handmade wreath Credit: Matthew Williams Martha Stewart with handmade wreath Credit: Matthew Williams Martha Stewart with handmade wreath Credit: Matthew Williams For as fun and festive as decorating with wreaths can be during the holidays, finding ways to store them in the off-season can be difficult. “Wreaths are bulky and oddly shaped, and often require a lot of space to keep their shape while in storage,” says certified professional organizer and NAPO President-Elect Amy Tokos of Freshly Organized....

In 2019, the United States Postal Service handled 152.6 billion in mail volume and 6.2 billion in shipping and packaging volume. Mail carriers deliver medications, small business packages, and letters to millions of people every year—and this year was no less busy. “2020 has seen its share of challenges affecting individuals and families in so many ways,” says Kim Frum, a spokesperson for the United States Postal Service (USPS). “COVID-19 resulted in job losses, temporary unemployment, and, sadly, the loss of family and friends....

13edf01_e_l.jpg Try these sweet, tender vegetables in a salad, a side dish, or a stir-fry, or eat them raw as a snack. What Are They? A cross between snow peas and English (regular) peas, sugar snaps have a pod that contains small peas. The entire pea is edible, including the pod. What to Look For Sugar snap peas have a thicker shell than snow peas, and they are also plumper....

stone pot with plant and table number card at wedding reception Credit: Minh Cao for Lauren Fair 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...

neutral-colored living room with greenery accents Credit: Courtesy of Tharon Anderson neutral-colored living room with greenery accents Credit: Courtesy of Tharon Anderson neutral-colored living room with greenery accents Credit: Courtesy of Tharon Anderson neutral-colored living room with greenery accents Credit: Courtesy of Tharon Anderson A good-looking throw pillow can have a big impact in certain areas of your home. “Throw pillows are the accessories that make your room pop,” says Ella Hall, the founder of Stitchroom....

date syrup being poured onto pancakes Credit: Courtesy of Joolies date syrup being poured onto pancakes Credit: Courtesy of Joolies date syrup being poured onto pancakes Credit: Courtesy of Joolies date syrup being poured onto pancakes Credit: Courtesy of Joolies An essential pantry item throughout Israel, the Middle East, North Africa, and other points on the globe, date syrup, a natural vegan liquid sweetener, is gradually winning over fans closer to home—and for good reason....

crudités and dips platter Credit: Steven Karl Metzer crudités and dips platter Credit: Steven Karl Metzer crudités and dips platter Credit: Steven Karl Metzer crudités and dips platter Credit: Steven Karl Metzer For a fresh, beautiful, and delicious appetizer to serve during the holidays, try a crudités platter. It’s the ultimate guilt-free grazing option to enjoy ahead of the holiday meal. A crudités platter typically consists of an assortment of raw vegetables and dips, but this is definitely not your average vegetable tray....

Bacon lettuce tomato sandwich and fries Credit: Bartosz Luczak / Getty Images Bacon lettuce tomato sandwich and fries Credit: Bartosz Luczak / Getty Images Bacon lettuce tomato sandwich and fries Credit: Bartosz Luczak / Getty Images Bacon lettuce tomato sandwich and fries Credit: Bartosz Luczak / Getty Images When it comes to making lifestyle changes, our diet is often our number one priority. When it comes to managing diseases, it can get a little more complicated....

stnryst11-sum11mwd107042.jpg Tools and Supplies Ink-jet or laser printer Adhesive laminating machine, or sticker maker, such as Xyron Fabric Scissors Save-the-date cards (from Print Icon, printicon.com; or design your own) Basic How-To 1. Download our PDF file, and open it using Adobe Acrobat Reader (if you are using a Mac, use Reader instead of Apple’s Preview application). Most browsers already include this program, but if you have trouble downloading the file or would like to upgrade Acrobat Reader, you can obtain the latest version of the software for free from Adobe’s website....

flourless chocolate cake Credit: Jonathan Lovekin flourless chocolate cake Credit: Jonathan Lovekin flourless chocolate cake Credit: Jonathan Lovekin flourless chocolate cake Credit: Jonathan Lovekin Who can resist such luscious, fudgy chocolate cake? Okay, maybe the chocolate hater or dedicated dieter, but other than those two small groups, just about everyone loves this sweet treat. That’s especially true when the cake being served is our flourless version. Being flourless, this cake is perfect for Passover or as a special dessert for those who cannot consume wheat or gluten, but it’s also guaranteed to appease anyone who adores ooey-gooey chocolate flavor any day of the week....

Whether you reach for your thermos to get a refreshing sip of cool water or extra warmth in the form of hot cocoa after a wintery hike outdoors, there’s no denying we rely on our drinkware to keep beverages at the right temperature. Still, do you ever wonder how your insulated mug, thermos, or metal water bottle keeps your beverage either perfectly chilled or steaming hot? To better understand the science behind insulated thermoses, we asked YETI’s senior engineering manager Bill Drinkwater to explain it all....

wedding ceremony site Credit: Carrie Patterson ` 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 wedding ceremony site Credit: Carrie Patterson wedding ceremony site Credit: Carrie Patterson...

It’s easy to forget about how much wear and tear your undergarments and socks go through on a daily basis—but these wardrobe workhorses, which serve as your foundational pieces, see a lot a lot of action. Since they’re working overtime, they likely need to be retired more often than you’d think. That’s why we tapped six experts to discover exactly when you need to take your favorite bras, socks, and underwear out of rotation—and replace them with new wardrobe staples you turn to over and again....

Brooke Keegan Special Evens Heirloom Ring Box Credit: The Grovers ` 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...

couple first kiss under floral arch Credit: Allen Tsai ` 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...

silverware imagery silverware imagery silverware imagery silverware imagery One of the most common inquiries at antique shows often has to do with authenticity: How do you know whether or not something is made of real silver? Collectors aren’t always looking for pure sterling silver, per se, but they should be able to know the value and composition of the pieces they’re buying. Most of the time, you can find the information you’re looking for by simply taking a closer look at the teaspoon, fish fork, ice cream saw, or cheese scoop that you’re eyeing....