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Vintage furniture and accessories make a statement in any home. Above, an ’80s chandelier glitzes up this midcentury-modern dining table and chairs. Grosgrain-ribbon curtain panels add another chic layer of style to the space. To achieve a similar look, simply hot-glue ribbon to plain curtain panels. Mismatched Magic Pairing mismatched dinnerware is an art in the thrifting world. Choose one or two colors – such as the navy or gold hues in each of these pieces – and repeat them in dishware you collect from flea markets, Craigslist, or garage sales....

The small kitchen lacked adequate counter space in the main work zone. Freestanding garbage and recycling bins were awkwardly located in the pantry, and narrow, fixed pantry shelves made for inefficient storage. Dated bifold pantry doors created an unattractive space. The former pantry was overstuffed, making it difficult to find and access items. New cabinets and blue French doors pull in colors from the kitchen’s existing tile. With their favorite ingredients at eye level and 4-1/2 feet of countertop displaying frequently used small appliances, the resident teens have a one-stop shop for healthy snacks and meals....

To Make Ahead Prepare as directed through Step 2. Transfer potatoes to an airtight container; cover. Chill for up to 24 hours. Preheat oven to 350°F. Continue as directed, except bake potatoes for 30 minutes before adding pine nuts.

Buy It: Black Glitter Bats, $25 Buy It: Hocus Pocus Apothecary Plaque, $40 Buy It: Wood Pumpkin Stack with Spiders, $60 Buy It: Witches Cinnamon Bread Jar Candle, $10 Buy It: Halloween Countdown Calendar House, $50 We’re already dreaming of the Halloween mantel display we could make with those glitter bats, and of course, new fall candles are an absolute must-have. Here are our favorite picks from the new Kirkland’s collection....

We turned to health pros and the latest scientific research for answers to the most common MSG mysteries—and to clear up some MSG myths—so you can order and eat wisely. What Is MSG, and What Foods Have MSG in Them? “Monosodium glutamate, or its common name of MSG, is simply sodium and glutamate, an amino acid,” explains Megan Meyer, Ph.D., the director of science communications at the International Food Information Council Foundation....

After months of throwing just one more thing into your closet, then swiftly closing the door, it may occur to you that you need help organizing. If you don’t have a full weekend to dedicate to organizing your closets, but desperately want them to be neat, it may be time to hire a local storage and organizing genius. Finding the Right Home Organizer Maybe you find the KonMari method a little far-fetched....

The History of Mother’s Day It’s fitting that the holiday was started by a strong woman honoring her mom, but what you might not know was that the very first Mother’s Day celebration was a memorial service. In the early 1900s, a woman named Ann Jarvis passed away. She was a Civil War medic and peace activist who often spoke of her dream to create a national holiday that would honor mothers everywhere....

The perfect month or week to harvest can vary by region and growing conditions, but you can always rely on your produce to let you know when it’s ready to be picked; keep an eye out for these signs in your veggie garden for the best time to harvest cucumbers, peppers, potatoes, and more. When is Harvest Season: Yield times vary, but most types are in bumper-crop mode from mid-July through September....

**Tip: Before beginning this recipe, check to make sure that the dish or casserole you plan to use fits into your slow cooker.

1 tablespoon butter 1 ½ cup tiny marshmallows

So yes, St. Patrick was a real person, but why is there a holiday dedicated to him? We wanted to know the answer, so we did some digging and got the real story. So before you prepare your corned beef and cabbage dinner this St. Patrick’s Day, brush up on the history behind the holiday’s namesake. Who Was St. Patrick? Credited with bringing Christianity to Ireland in the 400s, St....

The New York Times published an article raising the question in May, and the hashtag #dirtyshirley now has 10.6 million views on TikTok. Start scrolling, and you’ll find a flood of videos showing people making the drink, making jokes about it, or sipping on it. Search for the Dirty Shirley, and you’ll see a slew of articles arguing for and against the drink (and even a few teaching you how to make it)....

You may have also heard that you can make banana peel fertilizer for houseplants with the fruit’s outer covering. Supposedly, soaking the peels in water you’ll pour into the pots or burying pieces in the soil will provide the nutrients your plants need to grow. While there’s some truth to these ideas, here’s why using either of these methods isn’t your best bet and what to do instead. Banana Peels for Plants Like any plant material, banana peels contain nutrients, including potassium and phosphorous, essential nutrients in fertilizer....

1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour ¼ teaspoon salt ½ cup cold butter 1 egg yolk ice water

6 ¼ cup all-purpose flour 1 cup sugar tablespoon salt 2 ½ cup butter, cut up Chocolate Sandwich Cookies with Pistachio Cream Using one portion of dough, stir in 1 egg, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, and 1/2 tsp. baking powder until combined. Stir in 2 oz. melted semisweet chocolate. Cover and chill 30 to 60 minutes or until dough is easy to handle. Preheat oven to 350°F. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough until 1/8 inch thick....

How to Plant a Pineapple Top Use a sharp knife to cut the crown, or leafy top, from a fresh, ripe pineapple (Ananas comosus). Remove any fruit pulp, leaving an inch of stem, and let it dry in a well-ventilated spot for a week. Next, put the stem end into a container of fresh potting soil (or if you live in a tropical place, plant the stem right in a garden bed with soil that drains easily)....

In their latest television series, Jonathan and Drew Scott are teaming up with some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities, including Melissa McCarthy, Rebel Wilson, Brad Pitt, Viola Davis, and Michael Bublé. The goal? To give back to people who have had a major impact on the lives of their famous guests. Hosted and produced by the Scott brothers, the new star-studded show premieres April 13 on HGTV. The series will follow the brothers as they travel around the country and help celebrities surprise loved ones with incredible home renovations....