Wire large air plant onto copper circle by intertwining florist wire between the base of the plant and the bottommost leaves. Nestle in desired spot on copper circle. Twist excess florist wire from the air plant around the back of the copper circle to secure the plant. Trim excess wire. Repeat with six small air plants.
Vegetables (pick a combination) 1-inch pieces red potatoes, peeled sweet potatoes, or fingerling potatoesWhole tiny new potatoes1-inch pieces peeled butternut or acorn squash1-inch pieces summer squash1/2-inch slices delicata squash1-inch pieces sweet peppers1/2-inch wedges red or yellow onion1/2-inch wedges fennelSliced carrots or peeled parsnipsBrussels sprouts, halved if largeCauliflower floretsButton or cremini mushrooms, halvedWhole cherry or grape tomatoesWhole garlic cloves Topper (pick one) Basil pestoLemon, lime, or orange wedgesBarbecue saucePlain Greek yogurt or tzatzikiLight vinaigrette salad dressing
What Is Vietnamese Coffee? Coffee first entered the scene in Vietnam in the 19th century with the French colonization. What sets Vietnamese coffee apart from the rest of the world is that 90% of the coffee beans are of the robusta variety. Unlike the more common arabica beans (which is probably what’s in your pantry right now), robusta is a strong, nutty, dark bean. Robusta also has a much higher caffeine count than arabica....
Rather than picking up trendy pieces, holiday sales are a great time to stock up on necessities you already use everyday. While the sale lasts, you can score Lodge favorites like the Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Reversible Grill and Griddle for more than 39 percent off. Plus, you can also use the sale as an excuse to replace your pillows with the Beckham Hotel Collection pillows, or add the time-saving Eufy Boost IQ Robot Vacuum Cleaner to your cleaning toolkit while you can save $80....
To Make Ahead: Prepare sweet potatoes as directed, except cover and chill egg whites. Do not preheat oven, but do cool sweet potatoes to room temperature after mashing. When cool, continue with Step 2. Cover tightly with foil; chill for up to 48 hours. To serve, let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake for 45 minutes; stir. Prepare meringue as directed in Step 3 (or spread with marshmallow creme)....
Image via: Sita Montgomery Interiors Why Monochromatic? Decorating with a single color/undertone might seem drab, but in fact, the end result can be stunning. When you design with a monochromatic color scheme, you create a stage for the architectural details, unique textures, organic elements, and subtle touches of color in a space to stand out and be the star of the show. Monochromatic color schemes can also afford you the luxury of changing your décor whenever you like....
Morning glories are delightful by themselves but create an especially magical quality when different varieties are mixed. Don’t be afraid to try growing them with other fast-growing annual vines, such as mandevilla, black-eyed Susan vine, scarlet runner bean, hyacinth bean, or passionflower. Morning Glory Care Morning glories grow best—and blossom most prolifically—in full sun, so be sure to plant them where they’ll get at least 8 hours of direct light per day during the growing season....
Common Plumbing Codes Common codes mainly focus on venting. After all, drainpipes that are not properly vented will run sluggishly and could release noxious fumes into the house. Here are some other important plumbing code considerations to keep in mind during your remodel: Fixtures must not be placed too close together. This is critical in a bathroom, where space might be at a premium.Determine the correct pipe sizes for drains, vents, and supply lines....
Nasturtium Care Although there are several species of nasturtium with varying requirements, the most commonly grown annual species do best when directly seeded in well-drained soil, and they prefer regular watering. During droughts, they’re prone to wilt, but once watered they bounce right back. If you plant nasturtiums in soil too rich in organic matter, the plants become floppy and produce fewer flowers because the excess nutrients are going toward growing new leaves....
Name: Everlasting Revolution Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Hokomarevo’ Growing Conditions: Full sun or part shade and moist, well-drained soil Size: To 30 inches tall and wide Zones: 5-9 Source: Burpee Image courtesy nationalgreencentre.org Learn more about hydrangeas in our Plant Encyclopedia. Name: Bobo Hydrangea paniculata ‘Ilvobo’ Growing Conditions: Full sun or part shade and moist, well-drained soil Size: To 3 feet tall and 4 feet wide Zones: 3-9 Source: White Flower Farm Image courtesy provenwinners....
