What Is A Candle Warmer Plus The Pros And Cons Of The Device

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October 14, 2022 · 4 min · 712 words · Anthony Schmidt

What Is The Difference Between A Strainer And A Sieve

The words “sieve” and “strainer” are often used interchangeably in conversation (and sometimes even look alike) but in practice, they are intended for very different tasks. What’s the difference between these two kitchen tools and what tasks are each intended for? A sieve—also known as a sifter—is typically a basket made of a metal fine-mesh weave with a handle attached. Its job is to aerate and separate dry ingredients like flour, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar, which will lead to a lighter and more tender crumb in baked goods....

October 14, 2022 · 2 min · 362 words · Ruth Fleming

10 Easy Wedding D Cor Ideas That Make Big Statements

plates Credit: Elizabeth Messina Photography When planning a wedding, it’s sometimes the smallest detail that makes the biggest impact on your guests. At the end of the day, the majority of your focus (and budget!) doesn’t need to revolve around spending on lavish flowers or fancy food-it’s more important to ensure that your friends and family are comfortable and content. Here, celebrity wedding planner Stefanie Cove shares a few easy décor additions that will impress your guests, without fail....

October 13, 2022 · 7 min · 1440 words · Ella Woods

8 Signs Your Future Mother In Law Really Really Likes You

wedding family Credit: Kate Headley Hollywood portrays mothers-in-law as competitive, jealous women who don’t approve of their son’s impending marriage. Thankfully, though, movies tend to exaggerate the truth, and most brides-to-be don’t have a tumultuous relationship with their fiancé’s mom. Want to ensure your bond has a solid footing? Here are eight signs your future mother-in-law really likes you. RELATED: WAYS TO BOND WITH YOUR FUTURE MOTHER-IN-LAW She respects your opinions....

October 13, 2022 · 5 min · 1042 words · Sandra Miller

A 1960S Inspired Trunk Or Treat Halloween Theme

Yellow vintage care with trunk open for halloween Credit: Ashley Poskin Yellow vintage care with trunk open for halloween Credit: Ashley Poskin Yellow vintage care with trunk open for halloween Credit: Ashley Poskin Yellow vintage care with trunk open for halloween Credit: Ashley Poskin Halloween brings great seasonal fun—family-friendly activities and games, spooky and silly décor, imaginative costumes, and of course, trick-or-treating for candy. In recent years, however, another tradition has been gaining popularity: the “trunk or treat,” which is exactly what it sounds like....

October 13, 2022 · 2 min · 357 words · Leigh Norris

Best French Alcoholic Drinks To Try Including Vermouth Pastis And Absinthe

There are many ways to travel, but we think sipping a good drink is one of the most evocative yet attainable options—especially now, when international flights and long-haul vacations just might not be in the cards. France produces a staggering number of well-known and less mainstream spirits, liqueurs, cordials, and fortified wines. Here, we highlight ten that are absolutely worth trying. They criss-cross the country and culture and range from smooth distillations to herb-infused and fruit-rich infusions drawing on botanicals and local harvests....

October 13, 2022 · 5 min · 1064 words · Nancy Alvarez

Fourth Of July Alternatives To Sparklers

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October 13, 2022 · 4 min · 706 words · Ofelia Greer

How Long Does It Take For Nail Polish To Dry

Getting a manicure should be an act of self-care that brings joy, but we all know that sinking feeling that comes with underestimating polish’s drying time and accidentally ruining our newly-painted nails. To ensure your nails look their best post-manicure, it’s important to give that lacquer enough time to dry. So, how long does this process really take? We asked Kelly Bannon, senior product testing manager at ORLY, and Mimi D, celebrity manicurist and nail artist, to share everything you need to know about nail polish drying times....

October 13, 2022 · 4 min · 775 words · Victoria Adkins

How To Get Sofia Vergara S Classic Red Lip Look

THE TOOLS Fluffy makeup brushFoundationEye shadow brushTaupe eye shadowBrown eye shadowBrown pencil eye linerPink blushRed lip color sofia-vergara-m06-white-bridal-gown-054v2-d112252-r1-0815.jpg Credit: Walter Chin HOW-TO 1. Using a large, fluffy brush, apply a good foundation to camouflage redness and imperfections and give your skin a flawless, even finish. 2. For definition in your wedding photos, you’ll want to wear some eye makeup, but not have it overpower your dramatic red lips. To emphasize your eyes without going overboard, brush a taupe shadow over your lids, then apply a darker shade in the creases....

October 13, 2022 · 3 min · 554 words · Cassandra Whittington

How To Give Yourself An At Home Facial

Summer takes its toll on everyone’s skin, whether you got a little too much sun—and a new smattering of freckles or dark spots—or your pores are simply congested (thanks to layers of sunscreen and sweat). Reset your complexion with an at-home facial that deep-cleans, hydrates, and troubleshoots. woman covering eyes from sun in front of dark background Credit: SABINE VILLIARD/TRUNK ARCHIVE Cleanse Thoroughly The trick to removing every speck of grime and makeup is washing twice....

October 13, 2022 · 4 min · 675 words · Lisa Leon

How To Save For A House While Renting

Mapping out plans to purchase a home while you’re currently renting a property? Two experts—Angela Moore, MSPFP, CFP, MPAS, CRPC, CFEI and Arielle Minicozzi Figueroa, CFP, CSLP, financial planners and the founders of Modern Money Advisor—explain that your journey to buying a new house can be a smooth one, so long as you start with essential steps. “You may be able to get financing with less money down, but it’s best to plan for the worst-case scenario so that you have the ability to negotiate and take the best offer in terms and rate,” says Moore....

October 13, 2022 · 5 min · 1064 words · Richard Levitsky

How To Transform An Old Wardrobe With Botanical Pages And D Coupage Glue

wardrobe decoupage botanical prints Credit: Frank Frances wardrobe decoupage botanical prints Credit: Frank Frances wardrobe decoupage botanical prints Credit: Frank Frances wardrobe decoupage botanical prints Credit: Frank Frances Papering over problems isn’t exactly Living photo director Ryan Mesina’s style. But when he spotted a worse-for-wear 1930s mahogany wardrobe on the side of the road, he knew some découpage could disguise its scratches and pockmarks. Our man with a DIY plan pulled his favorite photographs from a 1921 horticultural guidebook, Wildflowers of New York, by Homer D....

October 13, 2022 · 2 min · 269 words · Mark Babel

How To Write Wedding Vows

bride and groom exchanging wedding vows Credit: Heather Waraksa ` 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...

October 13, 2022 · 5 min · 920 words · Lillie Brown

Macarons Verus Macaroons What S The Difference Between These Cookies

` Mastering the Holiday Meal Franchise Logo View Series Planning a Picnic? Here’s How to Pull It Off Smoothly, From Packing Your Tote to Choosing the Perfect Location What to Cook on the Grill This Father’s Day Make Mom Lunch Not Brunch with Our Marvelous Mostly Make-Ahead Menu Mother’s Day Baking Projects You and Your Mom Can Tackle Together What a difference an “O” makes. There’s bound to be confusion when there are two cookies with such similar names, but the truth is macarons (pronounced “mack-ah-ROHN”) and macaroons (pronounced “mack-ah-ROON”) couldn’t be more distinctive looking and tasting....

October 13, 2022 · 6 min · 1104 words · Rosa Delapaz

Martha Stewart Launches Frozen Food Line Called Martha Stewart Kitchen

Martha has provided her fans with delicious recipes for decades, but now, some of her favorite gourmet dishes are even easier to make. Our founder is bringing a series of frozen meals to over 10,000 grocery stores across the country via her new line, Martha Stewart Kitchen. “We’ve had great success with our Martha and Marley meal kits and many people were asking, ‘Why don’t you do stuff like this that’s already prepared?...

October 13, 2022 · 3 min · 478 words · Anna Vasquez

Nice Things A Mother Of The Groom Can Do For Her Son On His Wedding Day

groom hugging his mother Credit: Daniel Kim ` 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...

October 13, 2022 · 3 min · 583 words · Tara Ronzoni

Our Favorite Christmas Breads

chocolate cinnamon swirl bread Credit: Con Poulos chocolate cinnamon swirl bread Credit: Con Poulos chocolate cinnamon swirl bread Credit: Con Poulos chocolate cinnamon swirl bread Credit: Con Poulos Christmas bread has a lot of different interpretations. The most traditional iterations involve sugar and spice, and often—but not always—yeast, and ultimately have strong cultural associations and country ties. Consider German stollen, Greek Christopsomo, Italian panettone, and Mexican three kings bread (and its French pastry-equivalent galette des rois)....

October 13, 2022 · 16 min · 3252 words · Frieda Miller

Prince William Made A Rare Romantic Comment About Kate Middleton

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visit Galway Prince William and Kate Middleton | Credit: PA Images ` 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...

October 13, 2022 · 4 min · 667 words · Christopher Sensabaugh

Science Says Pollen Season Starts Sooner And Lasts Longer Than It Did 30 Years Ago

woman outdoors sneezing in kleenex Credit: Getty Images woman outdoors sneezing in kleenex Credit: Getty Images woman outdoors sneezing in kleenex Credit: Getty Images woman outdoors sneezing in kleenex Credit: Getty Images Have you noticed that your allergies seem to kick in sooner than you’d expect year after year? You’re not alone. According to new research from a team of scientists at Utah School of Biological Sciences, changes in our everyday climate (mainly higher temperatures) have led to pollen seasons starting sooner and lasting longer....

October 13, 2022 · 2 min · 316 words · Helen Sanders

Sharita M Humphrey S Finance Business Origin Story

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October 13, 2022 · 6 min · 1128 words · Nancy Glendening