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Below you’ll find step-by-step instructions for how to make paper snowflakes using things you already have around the house—you only need paper and scissors. You can always use regular printer paper, but other materials like wrapping paper, coffee filters, cupcake liners, or even newspaper also work well and will create shapes of different sizes. Any old pair of scissors will work for this project, but small, sharp scissors will allow for the most precise cuts....

1. Bottle Them Up If your little ones have moved on from them, repurpose the bands used to slip around baby bottles or sippy cups. Bundle medium-sized cords and cinch them with these stretchable bands. If you don’t own any, you can easily find inexpensive options online. They can be customized with any text, including information about cord length and usage, so you don’t have to unravel one to check whether it’s the right cord....

Step 1: Fill and Camouflage Screw Holes First, hold the old hardware in place while loosening the screws on the back of the door. Find a shade of wood-filling putty that best matches your cabinet. To cover holes on wood grain, plan to buy three shades of putty—one that matches the lightest and darkest grains, as well as one halfway between them. Mix a pinch of each of the three shades together until you have a hue that’s as close as possible to your original cabinet....

Some recipes specifically call for the white parts, some the green, and many don’t specify (maybe that’s when you reached out to the Internet with your question about which part of the green onion to use). The good news is you won’t ruin any recipes with either part of the green onion (or scallion, the terms are used interchangeably). Both can be used, but there is a guideline for best results when making recipes with green onions....

While these options for how to wash lettuce can’t remove serious pathogens (cooking over 160° F should do the trick), washing greens is a food safety best practice if the vegetables are not already pre-washed. It will reduce the risk that you’re consuming dirt, of course, as well as any bugs, pesticides, or additional contaminants that got associated with your greens during harvest, transport, or handling. Read on for our Test Kitchen’s pro tips for how to wash lettuce in its most common varieties, be it iceberg, romaine, butter lettuce; tender greens like arugula or spinach; or sturdier leaves like radicchio, kale, or collards....

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Announcing the Starbucks Holiday Drink Menu for 2022 Classic favorites from years past are back on this year’s Starbucks holiday drink menu, including Toasted White Chocolate Mocha, Caramel Brulée Latte, Chestnut Praline Latte, Irish Cream Cold Brew, and the nondairy Iced Sugar Cookie Almondmilk Latte, which debuted last year. Each drink—with the exception of the cold brew—will be available in hot or iced options. The fan-favorite peppermint mocha is also back at Starbucks for the 20th year in a row, along with the classic Christmas Blend coffee....

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Parachute’s new (and first!) line of living room furniture includes sofas, chairs, coffee and side tables, and table and floor lamps. The 15-item collection features sustainably sourced and PFA-free materials, and each item is a thoughtfully crafted investment piece that’s meant to last. The entire line avoids wasteful production, too, in contrast to the rising popularity of high-waste, low-quality furniture and in support of Parachute’s commitment to sustainability. Buy It: Loop Coffee Table, $1,499, Parachute We know and love Parachute for its plush robes and fluffy down pillows, among many other items, but as the brand continues to expand into more areas of the home, there’s more to appreciate about its sustainability efforts and streamlined, approachable design style....

The best hot tub cover for you will depend on the style of your hot tub, the climate you live in, and your personal preference. Ricky Robinson, spa department manager of Pelican Sports Center and expert in the pool and spa industry, says, “All spa covers are usually made to order based on your spa dimensions.” To find the right fit, Robinson advises that consumers will “need the exact dimensions of the acrylic and what the radius or cut corner dimensions” of your specific hot tub....

When shopping for a shoe rack, “take inventory of how many shoes you need to store before you purchase, look for durability and something that wipes clean,” says Jessica Moynihan, professional organizer and owner of Neat Method Boston. Shoe enthusiasts know when it comes to storage, the more options, the merrier, so we’ve tested and gathered a list of the best shoe racks for almost every need. Whether you’re short on space, need something for your entryway or backdoor, or finally want to splurge on something fabulous, we’ve got you covered....

“When shopping for a small dining table, consider its use and flexibility,” says Sarah Bernard, an interior designer. “Will it be a supplementary table or the main space for eating? Will it need to double as a workspace? For tables that may need to fill a range of uses, a leafed table may provide more versatile surface options depending on daily needs.” To find the best small dining tables, we searched through product catalogs and reviews to determine which ones offered the best combination of aesthetics, value, and performance....

Name: Abies koreana ‘Horstmann’s Silberlocke’ Growing Conditions: Full sun and moist, well-drained soil Size: To 30 feet tall Name: Pinus strobus ‘Pendula’ Growing Conditions: Full sun and moist, well-drained soil Size: As tall as it’s supported. When unsupported, it grows like a groundcover Buy It: Weeping Eastern Pine ($40, Kigi Nursery) Name: Picea pungens ‘Montgomery’ Growing Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: Varieties can grow as tall as 10 feet Buy It: Blue Wonder Spruce Tree ($40, Fast Growing Trees) Growing Conditions: Full sun and moist, well-drained soil Size: Varieties can grow up to 30 feet tall Name: Pinus strobus ‘Twisted’ or ‘Torulosa’ Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade and well-drained soil Size: To 40 feet or more Buy It: Pinus strobus ‘Torulosa’ ($50, Kigi Nursery) Name: Abies koreana ‘Aurea’ Growing Conditions: Full sun and moist, well-drained soil Size: To 30 feet tall Growing Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: 30 feet or more Name: Picea glauca var....

While red wine has an earned reputation as a difficult stain, there are a number of good options for removing red wine stains that exist. You’re probably familiar with more than one red wine stain removal technique, such as the old hostess trick of using white wine to treat a red wine stain or using table salt to pull red wine out of carpet, upholstered furniture, or table linens. But cranberry, a staple of the Thanksgiving table, is difficult to remove, with a dearth of options for its removal....

I chatted with fellow professional organizers about the trends they predict to be popular in 2023. And while some are not so surprising, such as environmentally friendly products and a focus on advancing work-from-home setups, others might make you rethink your organizing plans for the coming year. Read on to find out how you can be at the forefront of 2023 storage and organization trends in your own home....

“Newport is equal parts ridiculously chic and functional,” Paquette says. “We’re talking sisal rugs paired with Quadrille slipcovers and rattan chairs. All of that inspired me.” As an interior designer, Paquette’s adoration of decorators such as Jacques Grange, Markham Roberts, and Bunny Williams is deeply rooted. However, today, based in Seattle, he serves clients whose design briefs lean more toward clean-lined than pattern-on-pattern. His portfolio alludes little to his love of traditional interiors....

The design echoes a theme used by medieval monks for their apothecary gardens: a circle around a cross. A sundial in the center of the bed is also a traditional element and acts as an elegant focal point. You can use the stepping stone path to easily access and maintain the plants around it. Harvest the herbs just before they bloom for the best flavor. Plants for Creating the Classic Herb Garden Plan 3 Creeping rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Prostratus’): Zones 7-9 1 Sage (Salvia officinalis ‘Berggarten’): Zones 5-8 1 Fennel (Feniculum vulgare): Zones 4-9 4 English thyme (Thymus vulgaris): Zones 5 -9 3 Boxwood basil (Osimum basilicum ‘Boxwood’): Annual 1 Dill (Anethum graveolens): Zones 2-11 3 Curly parsley (Petroselinum crispum): Annual 1 Chives (Allium schoenoprasum): Zones 4-8 3 Greek oregano (Origanum vulgare subsp....

Founded by Audrey Gelman in early 2022, The Six Bells is a self-described “New Old Country Store” with a storefront in Brooklyn and a robust online shop. Leaning more country than cottagecore, more sturdy than quaint, The Six Bells stocks antiques, linens and textiles, charming handcrafted tchotchkes, and a huge variety of other home goods with built-in kitsch and a playful, lighthearted energy. The overall approach for the store is an air of escapism, Gelman says....

“An eat-in kitchen can be either a kitchen countertop with bar stools or a space that is adequate size for what is typically a smaller table used for breakfast or more intimate settings,” says Andrew Kramer, a principal agent with Redfin. “It’s not a place to entertain multiple guests, typically.” Read on for a closer look at eat-in kitchens, plus how this type of kitchen layout can affect home values....

What Is Tahini? Tahini is a thick paste made of ground sesame seeds most commonly used in Middle Eastern dishes like tahini sauce or the super-popular dip hummus. Though tahini is a sesame seed paste, if your recipe calls for sesame seed paste, it’s likely referring to an ingredient more commonly used in Chinese cooking, a paste of roasted sesame seeds. Tahini is made from raw (uncooked) seeds. Where to Find Tahini in the Grocery Store With the boom in hummus popularity and global cuisines, tahini paste can now be found in most large supermarkets, Start by heading to the condiments section, looking near gourmet olives....