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International Women’s Day is a United Nations–sanctioned global holiday that aims to celebrate women’s contributions to society and raise awareness to the areas of society that need to improve to reach gender equality. Each year has an official theme, but unofficially, many people use it as a day to remember all the women that have made an impact in their lives through sharing International Women’s Day quotes, thoughtful messages, and more....

As a shopping editor for Real Simple, hunting down the best products to make life easier is part of my job. So naturally, I’ve spent the past few months testing out various organizing solutions to see what actually works. And since I have so many hair, skincare, and beauty products, I knew the bathroom was one of the first places to tackle in my new home. By far the best bathroom organizer I’ve come across is the iDesign Affixx Adhesive Organizer Bin....

The Goodthreads Balloon-Sleeve Sweater is made from a soft blend of nylon, acrylic, wool, and spandex that shoppers say is warm and non-scratchy. It features an elegant mock neckline, ribbing at the collar, cuffs, and hem, and balloon sleeves for a stylish look that you can easily dress up or down. The sweater is available in 12 colors, including basics like black and oatmeal, as well as bolder options like lime green and lilac....

Fitness trainer and registered yoga teacher Stacey Lei Krauss, the founder and creator of the Cardio Yoga program, designed this 10-minute, five-move plank sequence, which includes several variations on the standard plank position. To get started, simply clear a space on the floor. Complete the entire cycle three times per week, taking 30 seconds between each move to roll your wrists and shoulders, and you’ll achieve stronger core muscles, improved balance, and a true sense of accomplishment—without even touching a set of weights or (if you’re like Krauss, who prefers to go barefoot) lacing up your sneakers....

Adding a Chapter to the Home’s Story Striking that balance encouraged Patricia to look at her 127-year-old house in Mill Valley, CA, somewhat like a book, with each previous owner contributing a chapter. “It’s a mix of styles and the histories of the people who have lived here,” she says. “I wanted to preserve the layers of architecture and those stories.” Art Brings Personality She combines her hippie-chic and midcentury modern styles to create an eclectic Victorian home that has an impact as soon as you cross the front porch and enter the living room....

“This is truly the perfect pressure washer,” said one of the more than 6,000 shoppers to leave a five-star review. “First, it is very easy to put together with clear step-by-step instructions. Second, it has a very small footprint, so it fits nicely anywhere in the garage. Third, it is very powerful. We used it to pressure wash all stone and concrete surfaces around our house and pool and even the sidewalk in front of the house....

To carve: Cut a circle in the bottom of the pumpkin and clean out the interior. Next, scrape the pumpkin flesh thinnest where you’re planning to carve; we recommend no more than 1" thickness. Attach the printed stencil to the pumpkin with tape. Use a pin to make tightly spaced pricks along the stencil lines, piercing through the paper into the surface of the pumpkin. Remove the paper stencil from the pumpkin, but keep it nearby for reference....

There are several strategies you can try to feel better (hello, light therapy, weighted blankets, and therapy apps). But tons of research has found that one of the best ways to lower your odds for developing depression, seasonal or otherwise, is to get some regular exercise. And the best news? You don’t need to spend hours toiling away at the gym every day—or start training for a triathlon—to ward off depression and protect your mental health....

To buy: $20 with coupon (was $21); amazon.com. “This was so cute, comfortable, and lightweight,” shared one five-star reviewer who said they would buy the cover-up again. Another shopper, who echoed that the style is “lightweight and comfortable for a hot day,” added, “I like that the front is not see-through, but the top and sides are [made] with a woven material.” Of course, the ease of a cover-up also comes down to its styling....

To buy: $14 (was $24); amazon.com. “​​As a plus-size woman, it is hard to find things that fit properly. This sweatshirt is great! Good quality, comfortable, and TRUE TO SIZE,” said a five-star reviewer who added that they now “want one in every color.” To add interest and style, the sweatshirt features ribbing on the crewneck collar as well as the cuffs and the hem. Plus, the brand describes the fit as “close-but-comfortable with easy movement,” and many of the 6,600 perfect ratings and hundreds of five-star reviews confirm that the sweatshirt is soft and comfortable....

Yet a few weeks ago, I completely forgot that I still had a bra on when I fell asleep after a long day at work. Only when I hopped in the shower the next morning did I realize that I was still wearing the new True Body Lift V-Neck bra with Soft Form Band by one of my favorite bra brands, True and Co. I wasn’t surprised—True and Co’s latest addition to its wildly popular collection is so buttery soft and comfortable, I’ve been wearing it nonstop ever since I got my hands on one....

We cut away a large moon-shaped wedge of pumpkin to create this shaggy wolf profile, leaving the inside of the pumpkin mostly visible. For the cleanest-looking pumpkin interior, we recommend bringing your pumpkin to room temperature before scooping out the messy bits, then using a clay-sculpting tool to scrape the pumpkin walls to a smooth finish. To carve: Clean your pumpkin following our tips above, and tape your printed stencil pattern to the pumpkin’s exterior....

Which brings us to our recipe for no-knead sandwich bread. In this episode of Something to Chew On, I walk you through the science of leavening agents—aka substances that cause doughs and batters to rise via the release of gas—and why using them to your advantage can help you bake bread from scratch without having to knead dough. To begin, there are three main types of leavening agents: Chemical, i....

Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant. According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, vitamin E is a fat-soluble nutrient, meaning it needs fat in order to be absorbed. It mainly functions as an antioxidant, or a beneficial molecule that fights free radicals. A quick refresher: Free radicals are compounds that, when present in high levels, can cause cellular damage. The body naturally produces free radicals as a result of normal processes (think: metabolism), but factors like environmental pollution and UV radiation can increase free radical formation....

But with a few of the right walk-in closet organization ideas (courtesy of top organizing experts), you can transform your closet into something that works for you (and looks amazing as well). Assess What You Have It can be tempting to start by shopping for a closet storage system, but first you need to determine exactly what needs to be stored. “A big mistake we see when people try to get organized but still feel disorganized is that they are only purchasing organizing products to fix the issue,” says Jamie Hord, founder of organizing company Horderly....

If your current kitchen could use a refresh but you’re not planning a full remodel, check out some easy ways to update your kitchen in the 2022 Get It Done virtual home. Navigate to the kitchen, then click on the hotspot to learn pro-approved (and budget-friendly) ways to revamp your cookspace. Tour the entire virtual house for even more motivation to tackle those projects on your home to-do list....

ARMs typically start with a low fixed interest rate for 3 to 10 years. This time allows borrowers to have an extra cushion for repairs or savings in the early years. After that, the rate adjusts periodically based on market conditions. Very rarely do payments decrease, however. So, when an ARM adjusts, it typically goes up. But every loan term is different, so interest rates and monthly payments are customized by the lender....

Enter: foodsheds. What Is a Foodshed? A foodshed refers to a geographic area that supplies a population—whether in a city, town, or community—with food. According to the Foodprints and Foodsheds Project, the foodshed model helps analyze and understand the flow of food from producer to consumer. It also lays down the framework for food systems that can produce foods locally for a community. Walter Hedden coined the term in his 1929 book, How Great Cities Are Fed, as his main goal was to highlight the needs, sources, and transportation necessary to source the food to feed a city....

Some perennials, such as heart-leaf bergenia or mondo grass, retain foliage year-round. In warmer regions, they stand as evergreen sentries amid seasonal change. Hidden amid perennials’ wonderful attributes, however, lie a few challenges. What You Need to Know While some plants feature easy-growing personalities, shrugging off disease or unfurling self-cleaning blooms, most perennials need attention. Because perennials require knowledge to grow, tending them becomes a lifelong pursuit filled with fresh learning opportunities....

This is accomplished by carefully considering what you bring in, how you arrange your rooms, and the way you maintain the place. Everything has energy, even inanimate objects. Feng shui helps guide that energy and lets it flow freely through your home. Against a solid wall—ideally, the wall farthest from the entry—with a clear view of the door. Leave a few inches of breathing room between the sofa and the wall....