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The countrified look was a backlash to the urban styles inspired by Miami Vice and Memphis design in the previous decade. Shabby-chic style was a little bit elegant, a little bit worn, and very romantic. It featured antiques (real or reproduced) with a layer of peeling paint, pastels paired with neutrals and earth tones, flea market mirrors, faded floral upholstery, and touches of Rococo elegance like twinkly chandeliers. At the time, the high-low mix of grunge and glamour was groundbreaking....

“If done correctly, [wicker] can be mixed with a variety of styles and comes in various options—chairs, coffee tables, and even some cool lighting elements,” says Mary Patton, interior designer at Mary Patton Design. To help narrow down the best wicker patio furniture, we researched a variety of picks, keeping in mind material, weight capacity, and the number of pieces included. We also consulted Mary Patton, interior designer at Mary Patton Design, Shoshanna Shapiro, principal interior designer at Sho & Co, and Jade Joyner, principal designer of Metal + Petal....

Buy It: OXO Cookie Press Set ($34, Bed Bath & Beyond) Test Kitchen Tip: Add a scoop of vanilla or cinnamon ice cream to each serving for presentation and to play up hot versus cold temps.

We poured over thousands of sale products to curate a list of the best finds that will meet the demands of your modern kitchen—all under $50. We’re talking convenient slow cookers, essentials like toaster ovens, dazzling coffee makers, and more handy tools for the kitchen. Get your shopping done early with can’t-miss bargains from leading household brands like Black + Decker, Hamilton Beach, Magic Bullet, KitchenAid, Keurig, and GE....

“Consumers should look for a garlic press that can easily press the garlic whether it is raw or cooked,” she says. “You also want something that won’t be too difficult for you to clean, especially if you don’t have a dishwasher,” says Chef Danielle Sepsy, owner of The Hungry Gnome Catering & Baked Goods and contestant on HBO Max’s The Big Brunch. To find the best garlic presses we researched a variety of picks, keeping in mind material, dimensions, and care....

We researched a variety of cleaning products and their ingredients to come up with this list of the best grout cleaners for floors, showers, mold problems, and more. We considered the type of cleaner, its recommended use, whether it’s a spray, paste, or liquid concentrate, and consulted Debbie Sardone, Founder of Cleaning for a Reason and owner of Speed Cleaning, for her expertise on shopping for the best grout cleaners....

“The tree collar should complement and color coordinate with the theme and decorations on your tree,” said Christine Mango, holiday designer and producer. “I’d also suggest the tree collar complement the style and décor of the room where your tree is placed in your home.” To find the best tree collars, we’ve researched a variety of picks and considered factors like dimensions and material. In addition to Mango, we also consulted Tara Spaulding, interior design coordinator for Patio Productions, for her input on the subject....

“They didn’t want blue-and-white stripes and sand dollars,” designer Chad James says. “They envisioned a family home with more elevated interiors that would feel timeless—not something that was built yesterday but a home that’s been loved on, a place memories have been made.” A wicker daybed on the patio offers an inviting getaway in one alfresco nook. Low-slung and loungy outdoor furnishings from Harbour ensure casual comfort on the beachside deck....

The sensational video posted by HBO Max shows a clip of House of the Dragon co-stars Olivia Cooke and Emma D’Arcy interviewing each other about their drinks of choice. The video has become an undeniable hit—15.6 million views and 1.4 million likes, and counting—due in part to it featuring some of the best eye contact ever caught on camera and D’Arcy giving their answer in an ultra-sultry voice that the internet can’t get enough of....

Made by UK-based Star Brands, The Pink Stuff is a mildly abrasive paste cleaner (and yes, it’s pink!). You apply it using a soft cloth or sponge, gently rub it onto the surface, and rinse it off with clean water. It promises to remove stains and rust from most hard surfaces, including cooktops, saucepans, sinks, ceramic tile, and more. The vegetable oil-based formula is nontoxic and made with 99 percent natural ingredients, including baking soda, quartz, and soap....

What Is Basque Cheesecake? Basque cheesecake (aka tarta de queso or gazta tarta) got its start at La Viña Bar in San Sebastián, Spain about 30 years ago. It’s got the foundation of a basic cheesecake recipe, using a combo of cream cheese, heavy cream, eggs, and sugar. The only differences here are a lack of crust and the burnt topping. Just creamy, smooth cheesecake. To achieve the burnt exterior, Basque cheesecake is baked at a high temperature for a short time....

Designer Maureen Stevens helped find the sweet spot between old and new. Removing dated built-ins and a kitchen wall was an instant refresh. New elements such as statement lighting, geometric tiles, and midcentury-style furnishings pair well with vintage flooring and millwork. The teamwork is evident in the living room, where Stevens suggested keeping the original trim around windows and doors but giving the fireplace a sleek profile. “I like that dichotomy,” Laura says....

Plants for Creating the Deer-Resistant Garden Plan 4 ‘Silver Mound’ artemisia (Artemisia schmidtiana), Zones 4-8 3 Creeping thyme (Thymus praecox ‘Albiflorus’), Zones 4-9 3 Lamb’s ears (Stachys byzantina), Zones 4-9 4 Cushion spurge (Euphorbia polychroma), Zones 3-10 2 Variegated sweet iris (Iris pallida ‘Variegata’), Zones 4-9 1 Fernleaf yarrow (Achillea filipendulina’ Gold Plate’), Zones 3-9 2 Potentilla (Potentilla fruticosa ‘Sunset’), Zones 2-7 3 Globe thistle (Echinops bannaticus ‘Blue Glow’), Zones 5-9 2 Peony (Paeonia ‘Crinkled White’), Zones 4-8 3 Russian sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia), Zones 4-9...

Note: We made our unit to fit a queen size mattress (80 x 60 inches). All measurements are approximate, and will vary depending on the size of your bookcases. Hardware and Supplies 1-1/4-inch coarse thread pocket-hole screws2-1/2-inch coarse thread pocket-hole screws1-1/4-inch wood screwsSet of two 2-inch angle bracesWood glueThree bookcase sets, approximately 18 x 70-7/8 x 14-5/8 inches Note: This project calls for pocket holes, which are often preferred among professionals for their ease of use....

How to Make a Star Halloween Costume Supplies Needed FREE Pattern Cardboard Gold acrylic paint Craft glue Paintbrush Gold glitter String of 30 battery-operated LED lights Duct tape Thick elastic band Hot-glue gun and glue sticks Step-by-Step Directions With a few supplies and these how-to instructions, you can create your own inexpensive Halloween costume for kids. Customize your DIY star costume with colorful glitter and sequins! Step 1: Cut the Star Enlarge the star pattern and cut out from cardboard....

Plants for Creating the Fabulous Fall Garden Plan 3 Veronica spicata (‘Goodness Grows’): Zones 3–8 1 Yarrow (Achillea ‘Moonshine’): Zones 4–8 4 Chrysanthemum (‘Foxy Natasha’): Zones 5–9 2 New England aster (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae ‘Purple Dome’): Zones 4–8 1 Dwarf white aster (Symphyotrichum): Zones 4–8 4 Goldenrod (Solidago ‘Fireworks’): Zones 5–9 1 Blue fescue (Festuca glauca ‘Elijah Blue’): Zones 4–8 1 Lamb’s ears (Stachys byzantina ‘Helen von Stein’): Zones 4–8 1 New England aster (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae ‘Alma Pötschke’): Zones 4–8...

How to Wrap a Gift Supplies Needed Gift wrapScissorsTape Step-by-Step Directions Follow these simple how-to instructions to perfectly wrap a gift. It’s so easy, you can wrap a package in under 30 seconds! Step 1: Secure and Fold The best part about the Japanese gift-wrap technique is that you don’t have to worry about measuring your paper perfectly to avoid extra folds showing. We started with a piece of paper that measures about four times the size of our gift, and it was just the right size....

“The concept from the start of this project was a new old house,” designer Benjamin Johnston says. “From the architecture to the interior design, we wanted to create a home that feels simultaneously current and like it’s been here for generations.” Johnston set a classic backdrop with paneled walls in some spaces, plaster in others, beamed ceilings, wood plank floors, and swaths of deeply veined marble. “We leaned into materials that will age over time,” the designer says....

As long as you choose a location with full sun for the perennials and woody plants in this plan, they’ll thrive without much care other than occasional watering. From summer into fall, you’ll enjoy blossoms in soft shades of violet-blue and yellow, thanks to perennials like catmint, coreopsis, and yarrow, while the silver-blue and bright chartreuse-gold foliage of evergreen blue spruce and juniper draw the eye upward. Mingle in the plan’s optional bulbs (crocus, daffodils, and tulips) for a little early spring color....