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The 3 Best Ways to Cook Baby Back Ribs (When You Don’t Have Access to a Smoker) Baby back ribs are cut from the lower back rib section of a pig’s loin. They are meatier and leaner than spareribs, which come from the belly section. Each rack usually contains 10 to 13 ribs and weighs about 1¾ to 2 pounds. Prefer short ribs? Check out our primer on how to braise short ribs to fall-apart tender status....

Get It: Bungalow in Yellow T16054, The Resort Collection by Thibaut Design Get it: Chenonceau in charcoal at F. Schumacher & Co (to the trade) Get It: Chiang Mai Dragon, F. Schumacher & Co. (to the trade) Get It: Peonies Gold Leaf by Tempaper Get It: Coronata Star from Osborne & Little Get It: Bamboo BP 2119 and Block Print Stripe BP 754 by Farrow & Ball Get It: Exotic Natural Wallpaper by Astek Get It: Manila Hemp in Kelly Green by Phillip Jeffries, Ltd....

The Limoncello Cosmo recipe is 3 tablespoons vodka, 1 tablespoon limoncello, and 1 tablespoon of cranberry juice.

To paint a brick fireplace: Clean the surface with a wire brush and non-sudsy trisodium phosphate (TSP) to loosen grime, following the instructions on the package. Next, apply a stain-blocking primer to hide any soot stains. After the primer is dry, paint the fireplace. Keep in mind that high-gloss paints will resist soot, and high-temperature paints can be used on metal surrounds but not the inside of the firebox. Deeply grooved paneling, rafters, scalloped arches, and other architectural features are bathed in white, and the fireplace falls in line for a uniform look....

We’ve compiled our favorite gift topper ideas so you can make your own to suit your style. Make this year’s gifts stand out with personalized gift toppers and tags for friends and family. Create a homemade gift tag, or use our free downloads to make Christmas packages look extra special. The process is simple: Preheat the oven to 200°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the slices of orange, grapefruit, or clementine on the sheet....

Seasonal Plant Ideas for Your Containers Building a year-long container garden design around a living evergreen ensures steady color no matter what the calendar says. Start by selecting an evergreen that’s hardy to at least two USDA Zones colder than where you live. For example, if you’re in Zone 5, the evergreen needs to be hardy to Zone 3 to guarantee winter survival. Slow-growing evergreens that can thrive in containers include dwarf Alberta spruce, ‘Sky Pencil’ holly, topiary juniper, mugo pine, and Japanese umbrella pine....

Seed pods may not be a traditional choice for fall floral arrangements, but they can be just as striking as colorful zinnias or mums. Rather than bright colors, seed pods can liven up your fall decor with their intriguing shapes and textures and sometimes even scents and sounds. When gathering seed pods for a floral arrangement anywhere other than your own garden, always get permission first from the property owner....

But don’t throw in the trowel just yet! There are plenty of colorful, easy-care plants in these five garden plans to help you overcome your most difficult landscaping problems. Heat-Loving Garden Plan No matter how hot it gets, the perennials in this simple garden plan can take all the heat that summer dishes out. (Of course, you’ll still need to provide a little water whenever the soil gets dry, especially during the first season....

On Instagram, the hashtag #EasterTree has more than 56,000 posts and counting. Inspired by the classic Easter egg tree centerpieces we’ve decorated for years, this new idea has people dragging their Christmas trees back out of the attic and decking them out in a rainbow of pastels. To make your own, dig out your artificial tree from Christmas and give it a spring makeover: Decorate with colorful eggs, faux carrots, pastel ornaments, and even a pair of bunny ears at the top....

Emerald green is the vibrant, saturated variation predicted to be big this year, and we’re already seeing it pop up across our social media feeds and favorite retailers. Etsy recently named emerald its color of the year for 2022, noting in a trend report that the jewel tone symbolizes harmony and growth as well as royalty and refinement. The report states that searches on the site for “emerald green items” and “emerald green decor” have both increased significantly in the past few months as shoppers look for ways to take up the trend....

In addition to providing visual interest, the mantel plays a key role in the overall fireplace aesthetic. It’s a place to hold accessories, such as precious family mementos, framed art, or a collection of pillar candles. Many DIY mantels are pretty budget-friendly, so you can give your living space a new look without a significant investment. Before you begin, consider these essential tips for making and mounting a DIY fireplace mantel....

Repaint living room walls, roll out a colorful area rug, or change throw-pillow covers to refresh your space without having to change up the furniture. Gray works well with a wide variety of colors, ranging from soft pastels to deep jewel tones, so the upholstery will adapt well to other changes around the room. You can consider your gray sofa a solid investment piece that will remain complementary even as your tastes and decorating style change....

Get more ideas for repurposing flea market finds. Additional Joy Sometimes you don’t even need to do anything to showcase pretty, classic windows. Here, an original wall was left in place so the old windows could shine through to a new addition. The leaded glass provides an extra element of beauty to the country-chic room. Use this old window art as inspiration for other old window crafts. Follow the trend, and convert an antique decorative piece into an old-window coffee table....

Fences help keep your neighbors from seeing into your yard. They also provide a sense of enclosure and safety, making them a perfect option if you have children: Fences keep kids in and strangers—or animals, such as dogs—out. If you choose to build a fence to add privacy to your landscape, select a material and style that complements your home. Here’s a hint: If you want to create a private space in your yard, look around before you build a fence....

To help you make your own autumn decor, we gathered eight gorgeous fall wreath ideas that all start with the same affordable grapevine wreath ($6, Michaels). Take a look below to discover your favorite, then learn how to make a grapevine wreath multiple ways with our simple instructions. Fashion one of these gorgeous fall wreaths to display on your front door, above your fireplace mantel, or in another prominent spot around your home....

1. Know what you want before hiring a contractor. As the client, you are the one driving the process. Before speaking with contractors, spend time thinking about your goals for the project, such as what it might look like, the amenities you want, and so on. If you don’t know how to translate your goals into specific features or products, hire a design consultant or a design-build firm that can offer that service....

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