We’ll walk you through planning and hosting a party for any size living area. With our best tips and tricks, you can be the host with the most—even if you don’t have the most space. Pick a Main Room Whether you’re hosting a seated dinner party or dishing up tapas and tequila drinks, you’ll want to have a central space for the partying to go down. Kitchen quarters too tight?...
While decorating homes with evergreens during winter actually dates back to the Romans, Druids, and Vikings, the Germans are credited with displaying the first Christmas tree in the 16th century. In 1846, the tree went viral (well, the mid-1800s version of viral) when Queen Victoria of England decorated a tree as a nod to her husband’s German heritage. When an illustration of the royal family standing around the tree was published in newspapers, having a Christmas tree became the hottest new interior design trend....
Bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects will also appreciate the abundance of nectar-rich flowers. In addition, a few fall-blooming natives such as aster, goldenrod, and turtlehead will extend the floral show until frost and provide food for many pollinators that are still out foraging until winter begins. Plants for Creating the Easy Street-Side Garden Plan 6 Garden phlox (Phlox paniculata ‘Shortwood’): Zones 4-8 4 Blue false indigo (Baptisia australis): Zones 3-9 5 Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum ‘Northwind’): Zones 3-9 5 Purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea): Zones 3-8 3 Smooth aster (Aster laevis ‘Bluebird’): Zones 3-9 4 Bee balm (Monarda didyma ‘Jacob Cline’): Zones 4-10 4 New England blazing star (Liatris scariosa var....
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What NOT to Compost While there are a few materials such as onion scraps, citrus peels, egg shells, and stale bread that are best added only in small amounts, the following items should never be put in your compost bin. 1. Meat and Fish Scraps That stench of old seafood or the fetid smell of rotting meat are foul, to be sure. But the same repulsive scents are magnets for skunks, raccoons, rats, flies, and a lot of other wild critters, including a few neighborhood pets....
Cooking Time for a Stuffed Turkey You’ve selected your favorite stuffing recipe, dressed the turkey in a turkey rub, and stuffed the bird. The oven is preheating, your make-ahead sides are set, and the pies are cooling on a rack. You’re almost there. But what’s the cooking time for the turkey? Take a moment to pat yourself on the back, because you’re almost there. We’re sharing exactly how long you should cook a stuffed turkey....
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Copper sinks, because they are used so regularly, develop a patina quickly, but also very likely experience spotting and stripping of the patina. Neither of those changes to the color of the copper sink is cause for alarm; changes to the patina do not indicate that the sink is damaged. It’s simply the nature of copper. How Often to Clean a Copper Sink When it comes to the frequency with which to clean a copper sink, there is good news and bad news....
If you’re going to grow multiple plants in one container, keep in mind that they’ll need similar sun, water, and soil requirements to thrive. Best Soil to Grow Potted Plants Container plants should be grown in a special potting mix that doesn’t contain soil. Garden soil is too heavy and can compact roots, cutting off oxygen. It also often contains weed seeds. Instead, buy or make a soilless mix; look for one composed of coconut fiber (coir) or peat moss, vermiculite or perlite, and other ingredients....
How to Make Oat Milk Start with whole rolled oats, commonly referred to as old-fashioned oats. Quick oats are too processed for oat milk and can result in a slimy beverage. Make sure to buy gluten-free oats if needed. This recipe will make approximately 1 liter of oat milk or four 1-cup servings. Sweetened Homemade Oat Milk If you prefer your oat milk sweetened, try adding one of the following options before blending: 1 or 2 Medjool dates (remove the pit first) or 1 to 2 Tablespoons....
Calla lilies come in white and shades of pink, yellow, orange, rose, and maroon. Some also have pretty white speckles on their leaves, so they’re attractive even when not in bloom. Here’s how to grow and care for calla lilies in the garden and as houseplants. Calla lilies are toxic to cats and dogs. Where to Plant Calla Lily Calla lilies are native to South Africa and are considered tender perennials since they don’t tolerate freezing weather....
Where to Plant Marguerite Daisy Marguerite daisies prefer cooler temperatures that don’t go above 70º. Plant them in full sun. How and When to Plant Marguerite Daisy Marguerite daisies bloom best in spring and fall. Plant them in spring for flowering through the summer fall, with the best blooms during the cooler periods of their growing season. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root of the plant. Gently pull the roots to free them from the root ball....
So what exactly are the benefits of swapping your linens for the season? The first and most obvious reason to change bedding when the weather starts to cool down is for warmth. A heavier duvet or comforter or even a heavier cover can keep you perfectly warm and toasty all season long. Throw blankets, coverlets, and quilts also provide beneficial layering that allows for more customized temperature control. And when it comes to aesthetics, the arrival of cold weather is also an excuse to redecorate....
How to Make French Press Coffee Step 1: Boil Water Whether making coffee or tea, it’s important to use freshly-boiled, filtered water. Any kettle will work, but a gooseneck kettle with a long spout is ideal for making French press or pour-over coffee because it controls the flow of water better and avoids spillage. Boil enough water to fill the pot, in this case, 32 ounces. French press water temperature: The ideal temperature for making French press is 195°F, which is slightly below boiling temperature (212°F)....
