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mld105376_1010_witch12.jpg Credit: Johnny Miller Double, double, toil and trouble; fire burn and cauldron bubble! These pointy-hatted sorceresses are conjuring up some black magic. And those little trick-or-treating boys and ghouls might think twice about knocking at your door. Here, we offer three ways to celebrate the iconic mistress of Halloween. RELATED: PUMPKIN CARVING AND DECORATING IDEAS The Wicked Witch The kind of witch we love is the classic image that comes to mind: a malicious grin, a crooked nose, a pointy hat, and a green, warty complexion....

You may have witnessed it before: If your dog has ever seemed transfixed by an object, be it overhanging foliage, a tablecloth, or curtains, and walked toward it in very slow motion, then you have seen your dog exhibiting a curious behavior called trancing. Dog trancing is so mysterious that even some veterinarians and behaviorists are unable to explain the phenomenon. Most of the research on the subject has been able to determine that trancing has nothing to do with a neurological issue or cries for attention....

erin gates elements of family style Credit: Michael J. Lee In its earliest days, the living room was seen as the “generalist among rooms,” a catch-all space of sorts, serving no specific functional purpose, according to BBC. Although that reputation shifted in the mid-20th-century, as radio, television, and film took its place at the center of family life, kitchens have no doubt taken over from the living room as the hub of the home....

puppy sitting on an outdoor sofa Credit: Ashley Poskin Rescue & Revamp View Series How to Transform a Tole Tray or Tin Platter Into Outdoor-Friendly Tableware We Transformed an Old Queen Anne-Style Bench Into a Stunning Modern Piece How to Clean and Restore Doorknobs, Hinges, and Knockers How to Best Preserve a Feather Christmas Tree, History's First Artificial Iteration of the Holiday Classic puppy sitting on an outdoor sofa Credit: Ashley Poskin puppy sitting on an outdoor sofa Credit: Ashley Poskin...

pluto-ice-volcanoes-2022 Credit: Getty Images pluto-ice-volcanoes-2022 Credit: Getty Images pluto-ice-volcanoes-2022 Credit: Getty Images pluto-ice-volcanoes-2022 Credit: Getty Images Pluto has a storied history as a member of our solar system—relegated to dwarf planet status in 2006, the planet is now making headlines again for another surprising reason: ice volcanoes. The dome-shaped structures were identified by astronomers using data from NASA’s New Horizons Spacecraft and are reportedly unlike anything else in our solar system....

best dressed bridesmaids cinzia bruschini Credit: Cinzia Bruschini Everyone’s heard the old adage that women shouldn’t wear white to a wedding, but that rule has been flipped upside down in recent years with more and more couples requesting guests dress in all-white attire. So, when it comes to choosing attire as a guest, do you also need to worry about blending in with the bridal party? The short answer is no, but here’s what you need to know to avoid looking like a bridesmaid....

julianne-hough-brooks-laich-wedding-0717 Credit: People via Instagram When Julianne Hough married NHL star Brooks Laich last weekend, the Dancing With the Stars pro stunned in two separate bridal ensembles. And the team behind the gorgeous designs-Marchesa designers Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig, and the bride’s stylist Anita Patrickson-is opening up about the details of both of the new bride’s wedding looks. Plus, they’re sharing how her second style managed to be a one-of-a-kind, three-in-one style....

a98689_sum01_elbow.jpg Credit: JAMES WORRELL Gloves are measured in inches from the base of the thumb to the top of the glove. Each inch is called a button. Elbow Traditionally, this length extends 8 inches from the base of the thumb. Recently, longer elbow gloves up to 12 inches have become fashionable, particularly for bridesmaids. This cotton pair is edged with a fine pearl cord. Opera Typically 16 inches from the base of the thumb to the upper arm, opera gloves may extend up to 23 inches....

We’ve all heard the terms “trans fat” and “hydrogenated fat,” and the vast majority of us now they should be on our personal “do not eat” lists. But what are these fats and where might they be unexpectedly hiding? Here, we explain everything you need to know about trans and hydrogenated fats and remind you why it’s so important to read labels when you’re grocery shopping. What’s more, you can also consider this a refresher course in which oils are healthiest for cooking....

gin bottles on shelf Credit: Cristina Granena / Getty Images gin bottles on shelf Credit: Cristina Granena / Getty Images gin bottles on shelf Credit: Cristina Granena / Getty Images gin bottles on shelf Credit: Cristina Granena / Getty Images Gin is one of the most popular spirits used in a variety of different well-known and beloved cocktails—you can find it in everything from a gin and tonic and a negroni to a gin martini and a gimlet....

Fresh fruits and vegetables are nutritious and delicious, whether home-grown or purchased. They are also perishable. Knowing how to store produce correctly extends its life, makes the most out of seasonal bounty, and reduces food waste. Some fruits should be refrigerated at once, but others may not ripen in the cold and are best kept out on the counter, then chilled. Some vegetables should be kept chilled, while others need to be kept in the airy dark....

Amaro means bitter in Italian, and bitterness is definitely what we’d consider a grown-up taste. When we’re young we’re pre-disposed to sweet, and we can’t bear bitterness on our tongues. However, most of us grow to appreciate bitter things gradually, moving up from dark chocolate and coffee to radicchio and broccoli raab as we mature. faccia brutto fernet pianta Credit: Courtesy of Faccia Brutto An amaro is also the name for Italian liqueur—bitter, of course—that’s traditionally sipped after dinner as a digestivo....

Whether you like milk chocolate, dark chocolate, white chocolate, or all three, each of these confections can be enjoyed as is or used in baking and dessert making. You probably already have plenty of milk and dark chocolate-centric recipes that you make on the regular, but do you regularly bake with white chocolate? It has a sweet taste and creamy texture, but it’s different from the rich, distinct flavors of its darker counterparts....

` 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 For some of us, being presented with the idea of change can come with hesitation, and when the change is changing banks, this can seem downright intimidating....

happy couple washing dishes Credit: 10'000 Hours / Getty Images happy couple washing dishes Credit: 10'000 Hours / Getty Images happy couple washing dishes Credit: 10'000 Hours / Getty Images happy couple washing dishes Credit: 10'000 Hours / Getty Images ‘Tis the season for tidying and cleaning up your spaces (the first day of spring is finally just a few days away!). According to a new survey conducted by OnePoll on behalf of TruGreen, sticking with your annual spring cleaning routine could help with your well-being....

bride and groom beneath chuppah embellished with colorful flowers and greenery Credit: Rachel Havel ` 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...

creme fraiche with berries Credit: Bryan Gardner creme fraiche with berries Credit: Bryan Gardner creme fraiche with berries Credit: Bryan Gardner creme fraiche with berries Credit: Bryan Gardner Senior food editor Lauryn Tyrell has a secret: She’s swapped out the yogurt in her breakfast bowl for something far more decadent—crème fraîche, made of heavy cream and low-fat buttermilk. It all started with a tub from Cowgirl Creamery, the award-winning Northern California cheesemaker....

red-white-blue-arrangement-212-d112984.jpg Credit: Courtesy of Aaron Dyer ` 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 red-white-blue-arrangement-212-d112984.jpg Credit: Courtesy of Aaron Dyer red-white-blue-arrangement-212-d112984.jpg Credit: Courtesy of Aaron Dyer...

There are many beauty myths circulating in the ether, but here’s one we weren’t automatically able to deem fact or fiction: Many women believe that hair can get “used to” their shampoo or conditioner, and that regularly these rotating shower products is the secret to great hair. According to hairstylist Alicia Bailey, the Global Education Manager at Design Essentials, this belief falls decidedly into the fiction category. “Shampoos and conditioners are chosen based upon hair texture, type, and condition....

frozen spinach in bowl Credit: Gingagi / Getty Images frozen spinach in bowl Credit: Gingagi / Getty Images frozen spinach in bowl Credit: Gingagi / Getty Images frozen spinach in bowl Credit: Gingagi / Getty Images On This Page Health Benefits Types of Frozen Spinach How to Freeze Fresh Spinach How to Defrost Frozen Spinach How to Cook with Frozen Spinach Spinach is a valued vegetable for many reasons—it shines in salads, wilts quickly in pastas and other cooked dishes, and has a plethora of health benefits....