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While on the hunt for comfortable underwear that wouldn’t drain my bank account, I stumbled upon the Kindy Yours collection that features hipsters, thongs, and briefs. I typically wear hipsters while sleeping and thongs during the day for everyday wear, lounging, and working out—brief-style shorts just aren’t my personal preference. A pink and maroon leopard print immediately caught my eye, and after feeling the fabric I knew I had to try them in both of my go-to styles....

Step 1: Gather the Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon baking powder1 tablespoon sugar1 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar3/4 cup butter or 1/2 cup butter and 1/4 cup shortening1 cup milk Step 2: Mix the Dough Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.In a large bowl combine flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and cream of tartar. Using a pastry blender, cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.Make a well in the center of the flour mixture....

So imagine my surprise (and skepticism) when my mom told me that all she wears these days while social distancing at home is the Outdoor Voices CloudKnit loungewear set my siblings and I gifted her on her last birthday. “It’s so comfortable,” my mom said to me over the phone, while wearing her CloudKnit hoodie. “It’s all I wear now!” And she wasn’t kidding—when I spoke to her again two days later, she was at home painting while wearing her CloudKnit sweatpants....

The Cloud Cotton Sleepwear Collection is an extension of the brand’s best-selling robe and includes a sleep shirt, tee, pants, and dress made from 100 percent Turkish cotton gauze. The fan-favorite cloud cotton fabric is also available in the brand’s quilts, shams, duvet sets, and table linens, but now you can wear the light and airy material as you sleep. Each piece in the collection includes two-ply cotton gauze that’s Global Organic Textile Standard and Oeko-Tex certified, meaning the fabrics are truly organic and free of harsh chemicals and dyes....

With expert insights from an interior designer and several tile experts, we’re outlining the primary differences between porcelain and ceramic tiles and the benefits and drawbacks of each. Plus, we’re highlighting scenarios where it might be advantageous to choose one over the other. By the time you reach the end, you’ll be able to make a confident, informed decision—and then never give it a second thought. Porcelain vs. Ceramic: The Primary Differences The truth is, porcelain and ceramic tiles have quite a few similarities....

But that bitterness can be so harsh, so extreme! How can you master it? How can you tap into the wonders of radicchio, one of our most unique winter vegetables? First, it helps to think about the vegetable’s singular flavor and texture. Tasted raw, radicchio has a steep bitterness, almost like that of raw Brussels sprouts, only sharper and longer lasting. This bitterness, too, seems to build. The texture of the leaves, on the other hand, is a sort of silkiness at its thin, leafy ends, and a fibrous crunch on the ribs and white parts closer to the base....

In addition, half of the millennials in the U.S. are looking to invest in real estate instead of the stock market, according to a 2017 report by Harris Interactive. Gen Z is also looking to get in on the action. According to a survey conducted by Rocket Homes Research in 2022, 86.2% of Gen Z want to buy a home, and nearly 45% want to do it in the next 5 years....

Reishi mushrooms are a reddish-orange color and grow in a fan-like shape. Unlike portobellos or shiitakes, however, reishis aren’t typically tossed straight into a stir-fry, flatbread, or omelet. The taste is rather bitter and woodsy, and the texture is tough, so you’ll often find these mushrooms in a more easily consumable powdered form. These mushrooms have been around for centuries, so why the sudden attention? With a rise in interest in functional medicine and a growing curiosity in the advantages of adaptogens (which may help our bodies adapt to stress), it’s no wonder this medicinal fungus is garnering more notice in the U....

I can’t believe I took so long to discover the restorative power of the Miracle Hair Elixir, which sold out just a month after it launched and racked up a waitlist of thousands last year. The magical serum typically costs $30, but thanks to Coco & Eve’s extended Cyber Week Sale, you can snap it up for $24. The brand sent me a sample to try a month ago, and I’ve gradually worked it into my haircare routine....

BootayBag is a subscription undergarment brand that sends members different styles of underwear and bras on a monthly basis. Plans start at $10 a month for one pair of underwear, but to get the most out of your subscription, you can sign up to receive two pairs for $15 a month or four pairs for $20 a month. Once you decide on your subscription type, you’ll enter your size and select your preferred style....

Well, in case you haven’t heard, Meghan Markle’s favorite flats are from Rothy’s, a sustainable, direct-to-consumer brand that offers machine washable shoes. What’s unique about them is that each pair is knitted from a single continuous yarn derived from recycled plastic water bottles. And the best part? They’re completely affordable. In addition to its shoe line, the brand just launched an equally eco-friendly—and chic—handbag and accessory line to meet all your carrying needs....

Some areas are already announcing (and then walking back, in certain cases) bans on trick-or-treating this year. Other Halloween activities, such as costume parties or parades of elaborate and easy Halloween costumes, may happen as usual if they align with group gathering size limits outlined by the CDC and local authorities. Otherwise, deciding what’s safe, what’s allowed, and what you feel comfortable doing this Halloween will likely be a personal decision each household or family needs to make on its own....

A few years ago my husband and I hosted Thanksgiving for the first time ever. I wanted everything to be perfect because you know it was our first time hosting, and I’m a bit of an entertaining perfectionist. We made creamy mashed potatoes, striped delight, and this fun holiday punch to drink. And we decided that instead of the traditional veggies like corn and green beans, we wanted to make some roasted root vegetables instead....

Whether you’re seeking more storage in your bathroom or kitchen cabinets, these organizer baskets are a useful and versatile choice. They’re two-tiered, making use of under-utilized vertical space, and they slide out so they’re easy to access without making a mess. What really sets Madesmart’s cabinet organizers apart, though, is their built-in dividers. They’re removable, so you can adjust them where you need them and even provide space to label them for even more organization....

But with smart plugs, your smartphone, and a little work on your part, you can make it so much easier. Imagine simply saying, “Alexa, make it festive,” and having your lamp lights dim, your holiday lights come on (inside and outside)—and your favorite holiday songs start playing. And the best part? You can get started with around $100 in basic smart home products for a pretty nice setup. (Though if you really want to splurge, you’ll find some amazing products that’ll make you look like a pro....

One of my favorite parts of any meal is the rolls. Pretty sure I’ve never been to a restaurant that serves rolls and only had one (looking at you Longhorn!). A good roll in my mind is soft, fluffy, and has the perfect amount of salt even if you don’t add butter. It’s good for eating on its own, eating with butter or jam, and great for making into sandwiches....

“We are mindfully evolving the house to fit our modern life,” she says. “We feel lucky to be a part of this neighborhood, which is in a family-friendly area with ocean and farms, depending on your location.” In the case of their dining room, it was particularly important that they strike a careful balance between timeless style and current trends. The space was built in 1729 and used to be the main kitchen on the property, but it was split into two rooms with low ceilings that didn’t have access to electricity—and enough water damage to make that seem like a silver lining....

Is It St. Patty or St. Paddy? People of all nations and heritages use St. Patrick’s Day as an excuse to celebrate, though the holiday is, at its roots, Irish. The name Patrick, abbreviated as Patty in English, hence the popularity of the St. Patty’s Day spelling—but St. Patrick’s Day is, again, Irish, and the name Patrick is an Anglicized one originating from the Gaelic Pádraig. English speakers commonly accept Patrick as a suitable replacement....

Fortunately, there are plenty of easy alternatives to equipment-heavy at-home workouts. You could always try a plank workout or master the squat — both exercises will help keep you fit, get your heart pumping, and aid stress management. But if you have a set of stairs in your home (or building, or nearby) you can also try a stairs workout. Stair exercises include cardio and strengthening moves, giving your whole body a workout, and (maybe best of all) they can be done in just a few minutes....

The Enemy: Free Radicals If you’re unfamiliar, free radicals are unpaired (and therefore, unbalanced) oxygen atoms that haphazardly seek other atoms to stabilize themselves. They’ll latch onto anything—your skin cells being a ready target—and cause a chain event of damage that leads to premature aging. As their name implies, antioxidants are the “antidote to oxidation” and help combat that damage directly. And Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant. Vitamin C: The Skincare Hero We All Deserve “A topical daily vitamin C serum is one of the best inventions the skincare community has made in regard to slowing down visible skin aging, such as fine lines, wrinkles, and brown spots,” says celebrity esthetician Renée Rouleau....