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The couple inherited the house from Jennifer’s mom, and they were looking to start a new chapter in it with their daughter, Dahlia. They love to travel together, and wanted that to be reflected with eclectic pieces that still felt approachable—including for their dog, Lucia. “We wanted to create a home that feels fresh, yet rooted in historical details,” Caron says. “Using their needs as a jumping off point and considering the home’s original architecture, we pulled inspiration from early American New England....

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To buy: $38 with a coupon (was $70); amazon.com “I purchased this hose with a little hesitation because I didn’t feel too sure about ordering a hose online,” began one five-star reviewer. They continued, “When I received it, I was pleasantly surprised at the high quality! But also I wasn’t expecting all of the bonuses, like the spray head—which has so many different spraying variations.” Another shopper whose previous hose often kinked shared, “This is a great hose....

Can you recommend an inexpensive beauty regimen that works for women in their 30s? — @rescued_and_rotten When it comes to anti-aging skincare, it can sometimes feel like “affordable” and “effective” are antonyms. If something is expensive, surely it must work. And if something is cheap, surely it can’t be effective…right? Fortunately for your bank balance, just because something is affordable doesn’t mean that it’s bad. Don’t get me wrong—in certain cases, expensive products are fully justified through the strength of their formulas and ingredients; however, when it comes to anti-aging ingredients, more isn’t always better....

Asparagus is a dark green veggie usually sold in bunches of spears with tiny leaves on top. When shopping for fresh asparagus, look for spears that are more thick than thin, with closed, firm stems, and stalks that don’t appear woody. You may also be able to find white or purple asparagus, which can offer sweeter or milder flavors, at farmers’ markets—especially in the spring when they’re in season (it’s available year-round, but typically harvested and most fresh between February and June)....

The Bagail Packing Cubes are ideal for keeping your suitcase neat and tidy. They come as a pack of six, making them about $4 apiece, and they’re available in slim, medium, and large sizes to accommodate every single item you’re packing for your trip—think: several pieces of clothing, small jewelry items, underwear, and the like. And losing anything is not part of the itinerary with these travel organizer bags. To buy: $25; amazon....

The blister block is a roll-on product with a balm-like texture. Apply it to your feet—taking care to cover any points of friction—just like you would apply deodorant, then wait a few seconds before putting your shoes on. Once applied, it has an anti-chafing effect that reduces friction between your skin and your shoes, so you’re less likely to end up with blisters. It can be applied wherever you need it: your heels, bunions, and even the tops of your feet....

In most cases, this probably isn’t a big source of concern, but if someone in your household has recently been sick or you’ve prepared raw meat on certain plates, you’ll want to ensure that your dishware is truly sanitized. How do you guarantee your dishes are germ-free? Simply follow the guidelines below to make sure your dishes don’t just look clean, but actually are clean. Choose the Dishwashing Machine Over Hand-Washing The dishwasher versus hand-washing debate may never be officially resolved, but when it comes to removing bacteria, there’s a surefire winner: the dishwasher....

Is there anything better than a mountain of mashed potatoes topped with hot gravy dripping down the sides? It’s definitely my favorite part of Thanksgiving dinner (and this amazing stuffing) and really any dinner that mashed potatoes are a part of. I grew up in a family where instant mashed potatoes were a thing – now they’re a thing of the past. After trying real russet mashed potatoes, you’ll never go back to pouring something out of a box, no matter how simple it is....

One of the staples that I always have in my fridge at home is store bought chocolate chip cookie dough. I know making chocolate chip cookies is easy but popping cookie dough onto a cookie sheet is even easier. And when you have kids wanting cookies (or heck, maybe you just want some), putting dough scoops in the oven to bake in minutes is a great parenting hack. But sometimes I want something a little more than just a classic chocolate chip cookie....

I’ve said it before but pumpkin isn’t my favorite flavor but today I’m taking that back. It’s still not my favorite flavor, but I’m beginning to like it a whole lot more. Why you ask? Because I’ve found recipes that combine pumpkin with other flavors so the pumpkin isn’t super overpowering. You get the nice pumpkin flavor but like a subtle version of it. Kind of like with this pumpkin crunch cake....

This post is sponsored by Perdue Farms and includes affiliate links. If you purchase via these links, I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you! Okay let’s get one thing straight – I love chicken, but I hate cutting it. When I went to visit Perdue Farms headquarters last year, they taught us how to cut a whole chicken, and I did it, but I didn’t like it....

Whether I’m watching TV, playing video games, or typing away for work, I spend a lot of time looking at screens. In the past, regardless of how I organized my room, the sun created pesky glares across my screens. That is, until my mother kindly (or perhaps out of weariness from hearing me complain about the sun on a daily basis), ordered the Eclipse Dayton curtains from Walmart as a gift for me a few years ago....

Maintaining a complete, fresh, and steady supply of dried herbs and spices is kind of like going to the dentist—it’s easy enough to put it off until you’re told you have a mouth full of cavities. While we won’t argue that an allspice-less pumpkin pie can quite compete with the pain involved in a potential root canal, there is no shortage of stress when it comes to missing ingredients. Luckily, we can offer several smart baking substitutions....

Factors like where and how seafood is raised or caught can have an extensive impact on its quality, health benefits, and marine habitat. Here are a few tips for choosing the best seafood option that benefits your health and promotes sustainability. What Is Wild-Caught Seafood? Wild-caught seafood refers to various fishing methods that involve a wide range of gear to catch wildlife. According to the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch, each set of tools and fishing method affects the ocean and marine life differently....

Lately I’ve been on a kick with the popsicle stick crafts, especially the Halloween popsicle stick crafts. Maybe just Halloween crafts in general! I’ve already shared a tombstone craft and a Halloween bat craft both made with craft sticks! And today I’m back with another one – the cutest Frankenstein craft ever! It’s super simple to make, inexpensive, and great for kids to make on their own (with just a teeny tiny bit of adult supervision)....

Challenge #1: Design an Oblong, Open-Space Living Room When you do your connecting, relaxing, and dining in one area, the space needs to really perform. Designer Max Humphrey shows how to pull it off—this is his collaboration with editor Leslie Corona. Goal Max aims to “turn this blank white box into a space with some architectural detail—without breaking the bank” and to make it livable all day long, 365 days a year....

Just because gingerbread usually has a traditional feel doesn’t mean you can’t adapt the trend to suit your look. In London, Harrods department store partnered with Dior to transform their facade into a sweet yet sophisticated frosted fantasy land that undeniably proves cookies can be chic. Whatever your desired design, we have some tips for taking on this sugary seasonal style—plus a look into why gingerbread decor is all over this holiday season....

While both half-and-half and heavy cream work well in beverages like coffee, tea, or smoothies, and as a creamy add-in for some recipes, they won’t always work as a substitute for one another. Below, we break down the unique qualities of heavy cream vs. half-and-half, and how to cook with each. We also unpack exactly what fat-free half-and-half is and the differences between half-and-half and light cream. Heavy cream, on the other hand, is a thicker and richer cream that contains at least 36 percent milkfat, nearly double that of half-and-half....

The blended oil features just six ingredients (vitamin E, jojoba oil, avocado oil, rice bran oil, lavender, and palmarosa) that correct a multitude of concerns, including fine lines and wrinkles, congested pores, uneven texture, dark circles, and a sagging “turkey neck.” While vitamin E is known for its benefits on the face, it can also be applied to dry, cracked lips, stretch marks, and stubborn body scars. Reviewers have found this blend is versatile enough to heal peeling sunburns and painful acne, too....