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Liz of @targetovereverything was able to hunt down these adorable black and white tumblers with skull, pumpkin, and black cat designs. The best part about these is that they glow a vibrant neon green in the dark. It will be the perfect way to have a little light for those spooky Halloween movie marathons. Last year, a matte black spiked tumbler took over the Starbucks community. This year, Rachael of @spookythankfulmerry picked up a shiny, metallic black one....

Each of these three homes has a unique buy-it factor that sets them apart on the market, including vintage charm, a gated community in California, and a contemporary lodge with its own elevator. Take a deeper dive into these $1.1M homes and see what your money can buy you in different parts of the United States. Oxnard, California: $1,025,000 Square feet: 3,041 Lot size: .21 acres Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 3 Listed by: Clarice Arteaga, Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate Property Shoppe...

Much like driftwood that has been fretted until nearly polished, so this well-loved California home is equal parts organic beauty and effortless grace. “We didn’t want to build a ‘wow’ house,” Jeannette says. “Nothing overstated. We wanted something open and comfortable. But we also needed a beach house that could be abused, not only by salty sea air, but also by kids.” For this multitiered task, they called on designer Ohara Davies-Gaetano, a Traditional Home 2018 New Trad honoree with an eye for both relaxed refinement and family-friendly living....

“As they planned this house, every holiday was thought of,” designer Carolyn Kendall of Alcott Interiors says. “Family is very important to them. Their dream house had to be a cozy place to gather.” To set the stage, Kendall and architect Ron Farris shaped rooms with timeless bones: coffered ceilings, fine millwork, mullioned windows. “The Rechters like a traditional look, so we gave them a very classic house,” Kendall says....

Not all rosy maple moths are as brightly colored as the one Lavoie spotted, but they still stand out from other species. The stripes on their wings can be yellow, cream, or white with pink on the edges. One variety called Alba, which lives in Missouri, can even be all white with just a few pink markings. Rosy maple moths have been spotted as far north as Canada and as far south as Florida....

“We knew we wanted to live in the city, but as we began house-hunting, we realized we were coming up short with what we could afford,” Erin says. “Ken found the duplex the night it hit the market, and we were intrigued by the financial sense it made.” (They rent out the upstairs unit). Erin was immediately sold on the gable roof, half-timbered facade, and arched opening between the living and dining rooms....

That paint job inspired other DIY projects, which ultimately gave her the confidence to tackle a biggie: the Minneapolis house she lives in with her husband and their sons. Since moving into the 1910 house, Alison has DIY’d her way through plenty of quirks, cleverly problem-solved, and refreshed the old house inside and out to make it hers. She describes the home as a mix of Scandinavian, modern, and midcentury....

Plants for Creating the Fall Harvest Vegetable Garden Plan 1 Cabbage 8 Bush green beans 16 Carrot 12 Snow pea** 2 Broccoli 4 Leaf lettuce 4 Cilantro 2 Dill 2 Parsley 4 Spinach **Plant the peas in a circle around a tall tomato cage. Each of these crops comes in all sorts of varieties. Feel free to choose your favorites, or experiment with new-to-you cultivars. Get the Free Fall Harvest Vegetable Garden Plan The garden plan for this design includes an illustrated version of the planted garden, a detailed layout diagram, a list of plants for the garden as shown, and complete instructions for installing the garden....

When he sees the 18th-century carved pedestals in the dining room, Dennis also sees his beloved Aunt Rhonda. When he places heirloom china on the table, he remembers cherished time spent with Michael’s grandmother. When he sets out an inherited tea service, he sees his own dear mother. Places set with Francis 1 sterling flatware and gilded china from Michael Basso’s family collection furnish a festive tone in a dining room illuminated by a circa-1850 French chandelier and sterling candlesticks from Brooke Astor’s estate....

“This is an older home that hadn’t been touched in years,” Liess says. “We modernized it to fit a growing family. Now it feels fresh but still has a traditional vibe in keeping with a Federal home.” Before the renovation, the house was gutted to the studs so some rooms could be reshaped for contemporary living. The impact of the change is evident from the first step inside the navy blue front door....

Plants for Creating the Long-Blooming Rock Garden Plan 5 Astilbe ‘Weisse Gloria’: Zones 4-8 10 Astilbe ‘Feuer’: Zones 5-8 6 Garden phlox (Phlox paniculata ‘David’): Zones 4-8 3 Milky bellflower (Campanula lactiflora ‘Loddon Anna’): Zones 4-8 3 Beardtongue (Penstemon grandiflorus): Zones 3-9 6 Campanula ‘Birch Hybrid’: Zones 4-7 3 Meadow phlox (Phlox maculata ‘Rosalinde’): Zones 5-8 9 Daylily (Hemerocallis spp.): Zones 4-9 6 Shasta daisy (Leucanthemum x superbum): Zones 5-8 3 Red valerian (Centranthus ruber): Zones 5-8 12 Thread-leaved tickseed (Coreopsis ‘Moonbeam’): Zones 4-9 3 Speedwell (Veronica spicata ‘Red Fox’): Zones 3-8 3 Lamb’s ears (Stachys byzantina): Zones 4-8 3 Monkshood (Aconitum ‘Bressingham Spire’): Zones 3-7 3 Penstemon digitalis ‘Husker Red’: Zones 2-8 3 Lady’s mantle (Alchemilla mollis): Zones 4-7 12 Lily (Lilium spp....

Faucet Types Bridge Combining old-fashioned style with modern technology, bridge faucets hark back to a time when plumbing was simpler—minus the problems of leaking washers. Undermount sinks offer freedom to experiment with bridge faucets, which usually mount to the countertop and make cleaning the sink and countertop around the faucet easier. Center-Set With a spout and handle(s) in one unit, these faucets typically have double-handle controls. Most are designed to mount to a sink deck or countertop with three predrilled holes, with the outside holes spaced 4 inches from center to center....

Types of Wood-Burning Fireplaces You might find a wood-burning fireplace already built into the structure of a historic or Colonial home. However, many custom-built homes are also enhanced by a traditional fireplace in a great room or family dining space. Wood-burning fireplaces offer warmth and ambiance. They are a natural focal point and a favorite gathering spot during harsh winters. These are some types of wood-burning fireplaces: Open-Hearth Fireplace: These traditional fireplaces have a wide opening, without a glass cover, and frequently feature a stone or brick facade....

6 ounce cream cheese, softened ¼ cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Vanilla Sugar 4 cup sugar 1 vanilla bean

title: “Vegetables” ShowToc: true date: “2023-01-01” author: “Paul Ayala” title: “Vegetables” ShowToc: true date: “2022-12-17” author: “Jonathan Aultman”

½ cup powdered sugar, sifted 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tablespoon softened butter ¼ teaspoon vanilla