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Big pieces of artwork can really change the look of your home, making empty spaces feel more intentional while also providing an opportunity to try something different without committing to a more permanent changes like a statement or accent wall. However, choosing large wall art that will work well in your home requires forethought and planning. These three art pros explain everything you need to know about shopping for and hanging large pieces of wall art....

napkins-0233-md110457.jpg napkins-0233-md110457.jpg napkins-0233-md110457.jpg napkins-0233-md110457.jpg Dyes can be used to imbue fabrics with a happy, welcoming spirit. Using just fabric dye, hot water, and salt, experiment with the practice of creating your own hues. Give plain white cotton dish towels a colorful upgrade, making them pretty enough to use as napkins. Former Martha Stewart Living crafts editor Silke Stoddard uses iDye pellets to dye batches of them in a washing machine, then tosses them in the dryer: “The whole process is as easy as running a load of laundry,” she explains...

martha stewart perennial garden Credit: Ngoc Minh Ngo martha stewart perennial garden Credit: Ngoc Minh Ngo martha stewart perennial garden Credit: Ngoc Minh Ngo martha stewart perennial garden Credit: Ngoc Minh Ngo Although not the worst critter when it comes to pests, moles are a nuisance. The ground-dwelling mammal, which is recognizable for its hairless, pointed snout and tiny eyes, rarely eats plants but is known for tunneling and uprooting flowers and vegetables in your yard and garden....

hanging plants Credit: Johnny Fogg hanging plants Credit: Johnny Fogg hanging plants Credit: Johnny Fogg hanging plants Credit: Johnny Fogg We love a modern macramé planter, the boho maxi dress of the botanical world, for hanging up plants on a porch or patio. But sometimes, a fern needs a mod little shift instead. That’s where these leather DIY plant hanger numbers swoop in, just in time for outdoor entertaining season....

They popped up seemingly overnight: fridges full of free food in neighborhoods around the country. Just like the Little Free Library model, where people leave and take books, people come and take fresh produce or drop off extra food that will go uneaten in their homes. Known as community, shared, or free fridges, these charitable resources have been around for years, but they really caught on during the pandemic. green community refrigerator Credit: Michael M....

` Live Well Program Logo View Series The Best Oils to Use for Glowing Skin at Every Age, According to Dermatologists The Best Hobbies for Your Personality Type, According to Mental Health Experts How to Make Sure You Learn Something New Every Day (Plus, Why You Should) How to Recommit to a Hobby You Keep Dropping The more we learn about gut health, the better we understand its connection to the rest of our body’s systems—including our immunity....

Close-Up Of Pizza Slice On Table Credit: Viktoriia Adamchuk / EyeEm / Getty Images Close-Up Of Pizza Slice On Table Credit: Viktoriia Adamchuk / EyeEm / Getty Images Close-Up Of Pizza Slice On Table Credit: Viktoriia Adamchuk / EyeEm / Getty Images Close-Up Of Pizza Slice On Table Credit: Viktoriia Adamchuk / EyeEm / Getty Images Pizza is one of the most universally loved foods. A bed of pillowy dough cooked to crisp perfection and topped with a sprinkle of bubbling melted cheese—what’s not to like?...

danielle-brian-wedding-necklace-bouquet-0288-s113001-0616.jpg Credit: Erin McGinn Photography Acknowledging family and friends who’ve passed away is common at weddings. But instead of making sad statements, brides and grooms are finding uplifting ways to memorialize the deceased in the ceremony or reception. Here are some ideas to consider. RELATED: THOUGHTFUL WAYS TO INCORPORATE YOUR PARENTS’ WEDDING INTO YOUR OWN Wear something belonging to your loved one. Their wedding dress would be the ultimate acknowledgment but wearing an accessory, such as jewelry or a cape, would be lovely, too....

A good prickly pear is ridiculously delicious, and although they’re native to the Americas—and a staple in Mexico—prickly pear remains a little-enjoyed and rather intimidating fruit here in the U.S. We say seek it out: In countries where prickly pear fruits are plentiful, they are a much-anticipated, honey-sweet, and succulent treat, sold by the side of the road and in markets and stores with other produce. They hold no fear or mystery for the people who grew up eating them....

Sumac, the tart, dark red spice long associated with Middle Eastern cuisine, is experiencing a twenty-first century boost in vitality. This ancient food’s spike in popularity is due in large part to bestselling cookbook author Yotam Ottolenghi, whose bold recipes demand a lot of the home cook’s spice collection. Ottolenghi’s work has encouraged cooks far beyond the Middle East to clamor for flavors that have typically remained close to the eastern Mediterranean and western Asia as part of their everyday fare....

assorted fruit opener Credit: Sang An assorted fruit opener Credit: Sang An assorted fruit opener Credit: Sang An assorted fruit opener Credit: Sang An One of the best parts of summer is the bounty of fresh fruits and vegetables at local farm stands and farmers’ market in every state. Wondering what’s in season in July? Stone fruits, juicy red, yellow, and orange tomatoes, and sweet berries, to name just a few....

outdoor wedding ceremony on beach Credit: KT Crabb ` 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...

If it seems like your dog is always following you around, that’s because it’s in his or her nature—and it has been for a long time. According to a new study conducted by archeologists and published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, archaeological and genetic data has revealed that dogs most likely accompanied humans when they were migrating to the Americas from East Asia some 15,000 years ago....

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women painting in studio Credit: valentinrussanov / Getty Images women painting in studio Credit: valentinrussanov / Getty Images women painting in studio Credit: valentinrussanov / Getty Images women painting in studio Credit: valentinrussanov / Getty Images 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....

traditional white chandelier Credit: Dane Tashima traditional white chandelier Credit: Dane Tashima traditional white chandelier Credit: Dane Tashima traditional white chandelier Credit: Dane Tashima Dining room lights do more than illuminate meals and set a mood. They’re like jewelry for a space and can elevate its entire look, but sometimes they need a little help to truly shine. Whether you’re transforming a diamond in the rough, updating an existing fixture, or mixing in a sparkling new piece, the options here are real gems....

martha stewart outdoor dining set Credit: Courtesy of Ove martha stewart outdoor dining set Credit: Courtesy of Ove martha stewart outdoor dining set Credit: Courtesy of Ove martha stewart outdoor dining set Credit: Courtesy of Ove With the official start of summer just weeks away, you’re probably looking around your backyard or outdoor living space wondering if there’s anything you can do to make it even more enjoyable. As it turns out, there is!...

However leisurely the bike ride, a helmet is essential, but most of the options on the market fall short when it comes to style. Most being the keyword: Martha managed to find a helmet that melds fashion and function. On a recent bike ride around her Bedford property, she donned a helmet from Bike Pretty, which looks more like a sun hat than your typical safety staple. She paired the straw-hat-helmet-hybrid—which features a black bow and sleek chin strap—with a neutral cream outfit for the ride, which she took with Kevin Sharkey on their new Pedego bikes; she posted a few photos from the outing on Instagram....

Whether you indulge in assortments of ice cream or treat yourself to a warm batch of cookies, there are plenty of desserts that can satisfy your sweet tooth. However, there is one type of treat that reigns supreme in the eyes of consumers: cake. According to a new study conducted by Shane Co. that analyzed Google Trends search data over the last 12 months, findings included 30 of the most popular cake flavors in every state across the United States....