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If we didn’t know better, we’d think this was a scene straight out of Disney’s Tangled. When Julie of @SonShineAdventures found this impressive design at EPCOT park in Orlando, Florida, she jumped at the chance to pose like Rapunzel. This intricate art piece was created by artist Nate Baranowski, who chalked this impressive design before the park closed its doors due to the pandemic. Artist Becky Spradling has been spending her time social distancing brightening the neighborhood with insanely gorgeous chalk flowers and landscapes in an impressionist style that has us reminiscent of Monet’s flower paintings....

While nature has its ways of coping with the colder months, you can do a few things to help prepare your plants for winter. 1. Mulch Your Perennials Perennials return yearly, as long as they are hardy where you live. Hardy plants won’t require much effort from you to prepare them for winter. But if your area gets a lot of freezing and thawing through the season, watch out for frost heaving....

We went through Pottery Barn’s Fall Lookbook and picked out the trends we expect to see throughout the season and beyond. From color scheme and organization inspiration to smart applications of texture, find some new favorite fall trends for 2022 here.

Farmgirl Flowers Started by Christina Stembel in 2010 out of a 100-square foot kitchen, Farmgirl Flowers has turned into a phenomenon that sources from 20 domestic farms to provide hand-wrapped bouquets and vase arrangements. Their options seem endless as you can pick anything from a six-stem cymbidium bouquet to a full and beautiful spring vase arrangement. Harmony Harvest Farm Located in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, Harmony Harvest Farm is run by matriarch, Chris Auville, and her two daughters, Stephanie Auville and Jessica Hall....

Make-Ahead Tip: Bake and freeze this easy dessert up to three months before serving. Test Kitchen Tip: To get the classic flavors and texture of tres leches cake, we recommend soaking the cake for at least three hours or overnight. Test Kitchen Tip: Be sure to use edible flowers that are meant for consumption. Test Kitchen Tip: Finish your homemade Valentine’s Day candies with red heart sprinkles. Test Kitchen Tip: We used cookie imprinting stamps to create the phrases....

1. Personalize your balcony with pretty accessories. Bring in color and pattern to transform a lifeless balcony into a stylish oasis. Start by anchoring the space with an outdoor area rug for a large dose of pattern. Pull up a couple of chairs and top them with colorful pillows made from weather-resistant fabric. Plants are another easy way to liven up a small outdoor space; just be sure to choose varieties that are suitable for the light and temperatures on your balcony....

1. You skip the prep work. Much like mowing your lawn, clearing snow can be made easier with a little preparation. Before winter precipitation arrives, remove obstacles, such as sticks, doormats, cords, or toys, from your yard and pathways. Safely store any object that could become a hazard when hidden by a blanket of snow. Store snow removal equipment in an area that’s easily accessible upon snowfall. Place any safety gear, such as safety goggles or gloves, nearby so it’s ready when needed....

It’s easy to upgrade your usual sugar cookie recipe for an ornate Easter treat by whipping up these citrus sugar cookie eggs. Try frosting the cookies with royal icing in pastel hues, perfect for spring. Then, decorate with edible flowers, candy jewels, gold leaf flakes, and even glitter. Try these sweet decorating tricks to make your most decadent (and delicious) cookies yet.

1. Organize Towels in a Mesh File Turn a small metal mesh file organizer into a handy spot for rolled washcloths and hand towels. Rolling towels instead of folding them is an easy way to fit more in a small space. If multiple people are using the same bathroom, you could even color-code the towels by family member. 2. Use a Sock Organizer for Cups Sock organizers are useful for socks, of course, but the small slots also work well in the kitchen....

Instead, some of the most problematic paint color issues come about through the absence of professional expertise. Designers can help turn a ho-hum palette into a full-fledged work of art. To help steer you clear of any paint color problems (whether foreseen or unforeseen), designers share the top paint color pitfalls. 1. Don’t Settle for Seconds Especially when you have a post-move to-do list that seems to never end, it can be tempting to maintain passed-down color choices....

6 Sources of Vegan Protein To ensure you’re getting sufficient vegan protein for optimal health, be sure your diet includes some of these foods. Broccoli, Spinach, Asparagus, and Peas “Plants have a ton of protein,” says Harter. Broccoli has 4 grams of protein per cup, spinach boasts 3.5 grams of protein per cup, asparagus has 4 grams of protein per spear, and peas have 8 grams per cup. “Veggies are more nutritious the less they are cooked but can sometimes be harder to digest,” Harter adds....

Whether you’re remoting in from a corner of your bedroom, a trendy cloffice, or a dedicated home office, adding art to your workspace can help you feel better and work more effectively. Here’s how. 1. Art Can Inspire You As a business coach and lifestyle blogger, Kate Hammer is a pro (literally) at helping people find inspiration and motivation to achieve their goals. In her own career, her art-filled home office helps her stay positive and feel inspired about her work....

For a last-minute hostess gift or dinner party drink, download or bookmark these same-day wine delivery options. 1. Delivery.com Available in: Florida, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Texas Get your wine in: Less than 60 minutes As part of the grocery, laundry, and gift delivery giant Delivery.com, you can now order vino in larger cities across the country and be ready to pop the cork within the hour. 2. Drizly Available in: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Rhode Island, Texas, Tennessee, Virginia, Washington, Wyoming Get your wine in: Less than 60 minutes This site teams up with local stores to allow you to hand-pick (okay, e-hand-pick) your perfect pour from their current inventory....

Grab a kid-friendly pumpkin carving kit, print out some of our free printable pumpkin stencils, and get to work! Here are our best tips for carving pumpkins in the safest way possible. Editor’s Tip: If you paint a plastic pumpkin, you can display it inside all season long and store it for next year.

Buy It: Scanpan Grill Pan, $110, Sur la Table Test Kitchen Tip: Not big on blue cheese? Substitute crumbled goat cheese. Test Kitchen Tip: To trim Brussels sprouts, cut off the stems just at the spot where the leaves start to grow. Remove dark green outer leaves until the tender, light green leaves are uniformly exposed.

So check your attic for vintage mercury glass ornaments or pull inspiration from Christmases past as you decorate with this season. These are the top retro holiday decorating trends making a comeback. Shiny Brite Ornaments Made popular in the late 1940s and early 1950s, Shiny Brite ornaments are one of the most recognizable vintage Christmas trends thanks to their bright colors and sparkly finishes. The original Shiny Brite ornaments were first handmade in New Jersey in 1939, and they’ve been an American decor staple for centuries....

1. Northern Sea Oats Prized for its shimmery oat-like seed heads, northern sea oats (Chasmanthium latifolium) are at their prime in fall. The wide, slightly weeping leaf blades turn bronze with the first frost and the seed heads take on a copper-tinged maroon hue. The dry seed heads add music to the garden when the wind moves through them. After it’s established, northern sea oats tolerates both drought and wet conditions....

Whether you’re arranging a work-from-home space or tackling your setup at the office, organized desk drawers can make all the difference. A solid drawer organization system also lets you know when it’s time to replenish those highlighters or binder clips. Employ the following desk drawer organization tips to keep your workspace in top condition. 1. Declutter Office Supplies Prior to organizing your desk drawer, decide exactly what you want to store in it....