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martha-dishes-about-tag-sale-0522 Credit: Eric Liebowitz / Getty Images martha-dishes-about-tag-sale-0522 Credit: Eric Liebowitz / Getty Images martha-dishes-about-tag-sale-0522 Credit: Eric Liebowitz / Getty Images martha-dishes-about-tag-sale-0522 Credit: Eric Liebowitz / Getty Images Recently, our founder hosted her very own tag sale that featured hundreds of rare items from her personal collection, including full sets of china, jadeite, antique cabinets, wicker furniture, and more. Everyone from collectors to friends and Martha’s fans purchased tickets to the event, which took place in April on the lifestyle mogul’s farm in Katonah, New York....

vanessa nathan wedding groom pinning brooch on father Credit: Kerry Jeanne 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...

Although gift giving is a big part of the holiday season, it can be stressful if you’re not sure what the special people in your life have on their wish list. If you’re someone that never seems to pick out the perfect present, you’re in luck. A new survey commissioned by BJ’s WholeSale Club and conducted by OnePoll reveals that most Americans prefer receiving gifts that play it safe. Of the survey respondents, 58 percent believe that chocolate is the most universally enjoyed gift, followed by holiday gift baskets (50 percent), and gift cards (49 percent)....

bedroomcolor-4-0115.jpg (skyword:220606) Maybe some days you see your small space as “cozy” or “intimate”-other days, however, you wish it was simply bigger. Either way, if you’ve found yourself dreaming of a wide open room but aren’t quite ready to break down any walls, we’ve got an alternative: paint them. Sure, you could do some serious DIY renovating to expand a small space, but who doesn’t love a quicker, more affordable, and stylish solution?...

There’s nothing quite like seeing bright shooting stars lighting up the night sky. If you’ve been wondering when the next meteor showers will send bursts of light streaking across the sky, we have some good news: You don’t have to wait long at all. According to Mental Floss, shooting stars from the Eta Aquariid meteor shower will appear this spring on May 5, but you’ll also be able to spot shooting stars both a few days before and after....

med104339_0109_paprika.jpg med104339_0109_paprika.jpg med104339_0109_paprika.jpg med104339_0109_paprika.jpg Sweet, spicy, and sometimes smoky, paprika is forever associated with both the cuisine of Hungary and of Spain—and, of course, with the distinctive topping on Creamy Deviled Eggs. While paprika is the name for the spice made from dried and ground chiles, Capsicum annum or Caspsicum longum, in Spain the name is pimenton, which is the Spanish for pepper. Though chiles aren’t technically peppers, in English we tend to use the words chile and pepper interchangeably because chiles were once used in place of black pepper which was imported from Asia....

tapestry lawn Credit: Johner Images / Getty Images tapestry lawn Credit: Johner Images / Getty Images tapestry lawn Credit: Johner Images / Getty Images tapestry lawn Credit: Johner Images / Getty Images On This Page What Is a Tapestry Lawn? Best Plants How to Plant Mowing and Maintenance Zones and Regions Pros and Cons A tapestry lawn is just one term for this natural landscape trend: Sometimes called a matrix garden, meadow lawn, prairie lawn, or patchwork lawn, this turf technique involves removing traditional grass and replacing it with a mix of native plants and flowers of varying heights, sizes, and textures for both aesthetic and ecological benefits....

No matter how much we may know about measuring ingredients, setting up our mise en place in an organized way before we begin baking, and creaming our butter and sugar until properly fluffy, baking a cake can feel like a leap of faith. Once the batter is poured into the pan and you pop it in the oven, there’s no going back. Recipes are certainly helpful roadmaps, but when it comes down to it, we can only follow the steps up to a certain point; ultimately, we need to use our judgment to determine if the cake is done....

wedding kids Credit: Liz Banfield There’s a reason that pros suggest that children in the wedding party should be no younger than four-they have to be able to understand direction and follow through. While it’s adorable to see a precocious three-year-old take center stage as he cavorts down the aisle in his own world, it’s probably not your dream scenario. So, in order to have a successful processional, start by picking children who are the right age....

` 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 If you’re approaching your 60s, you may be starting to think about retirement. After all, you’re eligible to pull from your 401(k) without penalty from age 59....

Ashley Alexis McFarlane of Omi Woods Credit: Courtesy of Omi Woods Ashley Alexis McFarlane of Omi Woods Credit: Courtesy of Omi Woods Ashley Alexis McFarlane of Omi Woods Credit: Courtesy of Omi Woods Ashley Alexis McFarlane of Omi Woods Credit: Courtesy of Omi Woods Have you ever wondered how to turn your dreams of owning your own business into a reality? We can help. Each week, as part of our Self Made series, we showcase female entrepreneurs—as well as their quality, handmade goods—and share their best advice related to starting, maintaining, and growing your own business....

little girl cleaning the house with her dog Credit: Getty No matter how well-trained your pet is to be housebroken, the occasional accident or stain is inevitable-especially if your animal goes outside frequently. In the event that your furry friend has an “oops” moment, pet-conscious cleaning products play a major role in keeping your home fresh and tidy. “It’s important to thoroughly clean up pet stains because lingering odors increase the chances your pet will return to the same spot to leave their mark again,” says pet expert and influencer Kristen Levine....

celebrity-marriage-advice-will-ferrell-viveca-paulin-1115.jpg Credit: MJ Kim/Getty Images Ask a married couple for the most important qualities in a spouse, and “sense of humor” will likely be near the top of the list. And for good reason! Marriage is hard,so if you can laugh about it-and laugh at yourselves-you’re more likely to make it (and make each other laugh). To get you started, we rounded up funny quotes and jokes about marriage from famous comedians....

sam jack rehearsal dinner invite Credit: Jana Williams ` 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...

Temperatures are rising but that doesn’t mean you have to switch to rosé. Red wines still deserve a place on your table, whether that table is indoors or out. The most refreshing way to make red wine a part of your summer routine is to chill it. Not all red wines should be chilled, though: Chilling full-bodied, high tannin, high-alcohol reds like cabernet sauvignon will make them taste astringent and metallic; and savory wines like syrah that have lots of leathery, earthy, or spicy flavors will not drink well when chilled....

frozen grated cheese in plastic bag Credit: Qwart / Getty Images frozen grated cheese in plastic bag Credit: Qwart / Getty Images frozen grated cheese in plastic bag Credit: Qwart / Getty Images frozen grated cheese in plastic bag Credit: Qwart / Getty Images Is there anything sadder than tossing out a hunk of pricey cheese that has gone bad? Even the most devoted cheese connoisseurs, those with a fridge drawer full of artisan delights, don’t eat it every single day; sometimes we all have more cheese than we can enjoy before it spoils....

Nail polish remover quickly and effectively takes off your polish, but what else could it be removing as part of the process? If you’re looking to clean your nails of old polish without using a run-of-the-mill nail polish remover, there are actually a few alternative methods that will work. One of the main ingredients in what is generally acknowledged as “traditional” remover is acetone, which can be heavily damaging to nails....

jamie jon wedding guests with cocktails Credit: Rachel Havel Photography If there’s one universal truth about big life events, it’s that they’re typically acknowledged with gifts. This is especially true in the case of weddings. It’s a cultural thing, whether you live in Alabama or Alaska, but it’s also the polite thing to do. Two people fall in love, get engaged, plan a wedding, invite family and friends to celebrate, and, finally, say thanks for the gifts....

tired woman at work desk Credit: seb_ra / Getty Images tired woman at work desk Credit: seb_ra / Getty Images tired woman at work desk Credit: seb_ra / Getty Images tired woman at work desk Credit: seb_ra / Getty Images Getting enough sleep is important for many reasons—it helps your brain function properly, keeps you alert throughout the day, and promotes longevity. After a rough night’s sleep, you likely feel a bit groggy—but did you know that not catching enough hours of rest can also effect your eye health?...

blocks of hard cheese Credit: Bryan Gardner blocks of hard cheese Credit: Bryan Gardner blocks of hard cheese Credit: Bryan Gardner blocks of hard cheese Credit: Bryan Gardner Sometimes a recipe calls for pecorino but you only have Parmigiano in your refrigerator. When you shop at the cheese store, you notice that Grana Padano cost a lot less than Parmigiano. There are probably a lot of reasons why you’d like to know what makes these three famed Italian hard cheeses different, including whther or not you can sub one for the other in recipes and grate any of them over your pasta dinner....