Now that we’ve taken the default Father’s Day gift out of rotation, you’re going to need to figure out a replacement. And since we feel a little guilty about pulling the whole necktie-gifting rug out from under you, we asked real-life dads what they really want for Father’s Day. Before you head out to do your shopping, mull over what fathers are really hoping you’ll get them on this celebratory day for dads....
Pop-up making (also called paper engineering) is all about turning simple cards and books into pure magic. From the outside, you have a seemingly innocent flat piece of paper, but when you turn the page, a 3D construction “pops” at you — surprising and so very pleasing. I think it’s safe to say that anything pop-up is by far better than anything not-pop-up. If you love hosting holiday gatherings, like 4th of July barbecues, Christmas parties and Thanksgiving dinners, why not surprise your guests with an unforgettable invitation pop-up card?...
Looking for a mouthwateringly memorable holiday recipe that will thrill the vegans in your family while giving your meat-eating loved ones a delicious side dish to enjoy? Put our festive butternut roast, inspired by The Veg Space, on the table, and everyone at the holiday table will be happy! Festive enough for a satisfying side dish but filling enough for a vegetarian main course, this lentil-stuffed butternut squash recipe will be your go-to meal when you’ve got meat-free friends and family coming to dinner....
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There are few things more dreaded than awkward, prolonged silence, particularly at the beginning of a meal. On first dates, at family functions, during social events with peers — we’ve all been there. When the holidays arrive, small talk shifts to day-specific questions that have been asked for years and have lost a lot of their effectiveness. And there’s one such fallback question that could do with a serious upgrade: “What are you thankful for?...
Watching all the kids quickly open their gifts, say the obligatory “thank you,” toss their gift aside and look for the next gift to open stole some of the joy of Christmas morning from me. And from them, I believe, if they had been old enough to realize it. But both parents and grandparents alike loved seeing the joy on their faces as they ogled over their unopened gifts. Their grandparents took pride in the pile of gifts that lay before them on Christmas morning....
Looking for a way to keep hungry kids happy while you prepare Thanksgiving dinner? Feed them! Set this Thanksgiving turkey veggie tray, inspired by Skip To My Lou, on the table and let them gobble it up. Getting your kids—even the picky eaters—to scarf down vegetables is easy when the veggies are masquerading as a turkey. Though your kiddos may wrinkle their noses at a mundane plate of carrots and celery, they will go wild when they see a colorful array of vegetables dressed up as a bird....
Allow me to elaborate. Once upon a time, I dropped everything I knew to move to the land of dreamers, known to most as New York City. The expectation for this move was an adventurous life filled with published words, sleepless nights and overpriced cocktails (I’m looking at you, Carrie Bradshaw). But the reality glistened with sweat instead of glitter as I found myself amidst the notorious shoulder-to-shoulder train rides with less-than-charmed commuters coming to and from their closet-sized apartments....
Right? Nope. What you’re actually experiencing is called a “withdrawal bleed.” It’s not the same thing as a period, and it has zero health benefits. Is this news to you? You’re not alone. I was listening to this episode of the “That’s So Retrograde” podcast, and hosts Stephanie Simbari and Elizabeth Kott were chatting with LOOM founder Erica Chidi Cohen about the various reasons people take hormonal birth control pills (to prevent pregnancy, yes, but also to clear up skin issues or to help eliminate cramps)....
Turns out, 2019 is shaping up to be a good year for Easter candy. Thanks to the viral potential of unique treats, your favorite candy companies are upping their holiday game. While Easter staples like Reese’s mini peanut butter chocolate eggs, Peeps, jelly beans and chocolate bunnies may still reign supreme as the most popular candy options in the United States, these new Easter candies have the potential to give the classics a run for their money....
Summers tend to be extra busy with lots of outdoor, warm weather activities. If you’ve taken the summer off of crafting, fall is the perfect time to kick your craftiness back into gear. Cooler weather and upcoming holidays gives us the perfect excuse to bring out our craft supplies and use that creative side of our brain again. This pinecone turkey craft, inspired by A Pumpkin and a Princess, is the perfect, simple craft to get your feet wet....
Looking and feeling good about yourself — or helping a friend do the same — shouldn’t mean sacrificing sustainability. But, unfortunately, the beauty industry doesn’t exactly have the most stellar reputation for being eco-friendly. In 2018, Zero Waste Week reported that more than 120 billion units of cosmetic packaging were produced, with the majority of that not being recyclable (via Forbes). In fact, per the EPA, as much as 70 percent of plastic waste generated by the beauty industry isn’t recycled....
Need a new Christmas cookie recipe to spread the holiday cheer? Our recipe for chocolate-drizzled Christmas cookies with holiday sprinkles, inspired by Casa Veneracion, is guaranteed to please. These fun and festive cookies are impossible to resist. Every crispy nibble melts in your mouth with a swooning butter flavor that sneaks in lovely hints of vanilla and almond. As if the cookie itself isn’t addictive enough, the enticing drizzle of chocolate and colorful sprinkles makes you want to eat cookie after yummy cookie....
Materials + tools: 1 Neck tie 6 inches of quarter-inch elastic Scissors 1 Safety pin Measuring tape Hot-glue gun Needle and thread MORE: DIY cork & cement candleholders Step 1 Fold the tie in half and cut the tie at the 20-inch mark. (This length is up to you. If you have short hair, you might want to cut at the 15-inch mark. Just remember: About 10 inches of the tie will be hidden....
A meat roll in Italy can have different variations, depending on where it is represented. This recipe we are sharing is fully-loaded with delicious ingredients with slices of ham, melted cheese, some green peas and hard boiled eggs. Just don’t put too much because closing the roll can become difficult! This is then cooked with red wine while roasting in the oven. You will definitely enjoy the combined flavors of this popular meat dish....
Looking for an impressively delicious vegetarian entree for your next holiday meal? Put our vegetables Wellington, inspired by Vegetarian Times, on the table and watch your family and friends dig right in. A meat-free riff on the classic beef Wellington, this vegetables Wellington recipe features a colorful cornucopia of tasty tender vegetables and crumbled goat cheese encased in a buttery, flaky puff pastry shell and served with tomato sauce. Like the puff pastry wrapped beef version, this meat-free Wellington is served in thick slices that showcase the scrumptious vegetables and the border of puff pastry....
Unfortunately, having a fear of recycling isn’t a rare phenomenon. Per a recent Yale study funded by the Environmental Protection Agency, an estimated 75 percent of the U.S. waste stream can be recycled or composted. We’re only doing so for just over 21 percent of it. So, what gives? Why are we so afraid of recycling? MORE: How to test if your water is safe for drinking Well, evidence suggests that people do have mental stumbling blocks that get in the way of their commitment to recycling....
1. Burlap bunny table runner Burlap has enjoyed a resurgence of popularity in recent years. Also called hessian fabric, it’s used in everything from ribbons to placemats. It can be formed, draped and tucked into virtually any container or shape. It’s especially handy in the garden, and it’s biodegradable, too. Burlap is one of the most popular craft materials for shabby chic decor, as well, and it gets yet another job for this table runner....
From painted to decoupaged to glittered, these decorated pumpkins are a classy and fancy way to celebrate the season. Monogrammed Pumpkin You can either spray paint an orange pumpkin white, as this tutorial for a monogram pumpkin instructs, or simply purchase a white pumpkin. Simply stencil on the first initial of your last name and paint in the lines. What a sweet way to show off your family pride....
Pomegranate thyme bubbly rosé Rosé is a beautiful blush pink wine that makes a gorgeous base for this aromatic wine cocktail featuring a tart simple syrup made from pomegranate and thyme. Prepare the syrup a few days in advance so you can relax and enjoy spending time with your guests during your New Year’s Eve party. Pair this pretty-in-pink pomegranate thyme bubbly rose cocktail with a metallic and rose gold party decorating scheme, and serve with simple yet elegant appetizers for a perfect party....
