Learn how to build an industrial pipe shelving unit like the one in this kitchen. Entryway Floorboard Shelf If your entryway is too narrow for a table or bench, hang a DIY shelf instead. This one holds mail and artwork and serves as a place to drop keys and wallets as you walk in the door. A bracket shelf made from the home’s old floorboards added the perfect amount of storage space to hold a small basket for drop-zone clutter....

Make it five stars: The surefire way to make a Wednesday night shower feel more spa-like? Buy a towel warmer ($140, bedbathandbeyond.com) that will make your towel toasty in less than 20 minutes. Make it five stars: Take another tip from boutique hotels and keep a cozy spare blanket on hand, either draped across the end of your bed or tucked into a basket nearby. Make it five stars: Keep a bottle of scented fabric spray ($17, bloomingdales....

I was invited by the Aerie team to attend the brand’s holiday shopping event at one of its flagship stores in New York City. Pumped to attend an event for a brand I knew and once adored, I couldn’t add the party to my calendar fast enough. When the day arrived and I walked inside the store’s festive doors, I felt like I was about to meet up with an old friend who I hadn’t seen in years and yet was able to pick up right where we left off again....

“Not many people recognize walking as a real workout. Perhaps it’s too easy, too common, too enjoyable, or too relaxing to be considered a serious form of exercise,” says Michael Lam MD, MPH, ABAAM, a physician specializing in nutrition and healthy aging. “[But] in fact, the best thing about this delightful activity is that it’s one of the easiest exercises you can do on a consistent basis.” The challenge, however, is making walking (or consistent movement in general) a regular part of your daily routine....

We’ve put together our best eco-friendly entertaining ideas to help you plan your next backyard bash. With easy swaps, like compostable utensils and repurposed party decor, you can plan a fun and sustainable celebration. 1. Send Digital Invites Consider sending digital invites for at-home events, like backyard rehearsal dinners or baby showers, that typically require a paper invitation. You can still create pretty correspondence (sites like Canva help you design a digital invitation for free) to text or email to your guests....

Reader question: Can you recommend the best foundations for old age? - @karybeck In a perfect world, we would all have perfect skin texture, and foundation would glide on flawlessly like you see in beauty commercials. But skin in real life is three dimensional, complete with pores, bumps, and wrinkles that inevitably develop over time. If you’ve ever tried to apply foundation over anything-but-smooth skin, you’ll know the horror of pigment clinging on to dry patches and fine lines, making your skin look even worse post-application....

1. Choose Pumpkins Wisely Pumpkin plants can be quite different from each other, depending on variety, so it’s important to select the right one for your climate and available space, advises Darrell Geissler who grows thousands of heirloom and hybrid pumpkins on his farm in Iowa. For example, in short-season areas in northern regions, it’s best to grow quicker-maturing varieties or start them early indoors. And some larger varieties such as ‘Jack-o-Lantern’ can grow vines as long as 17 feet so they need plenty of space to ramble....

With Halloween just around the corner and Halloween movies playing every night of the month, I thought it was time to finally put together the Halloween trivia game I’ve been meaning to create for years! I’ve designed a printable set of Halloween trivia questions that you can use as one of many Halloween games at a Halloween party or just to ask to friends and family during the month of October!...

To update your look without investing a ton of time (or extra cash), check out the key products makeup artist Moani Lee used on the moms featured in our magazine (and for more ideas, follow her on Instagram). Whether you’re looking to erase fine lines around your eyes or just want to learn how to have more fun with your getting-ready routine, let these go-to products inspire you to shake things up this season....

Here are eight incredibly easy recipes to make ice cream at home. Ice-Cream-Maker-Free Chocolate This elemental ice cream—a riff on an Indian dish known as kulfi—requires only three ingredients: sweetened condensed milk, cream, and chocolate. The result is a delicious confection that tastes like a cross between chocolate ice cream and frozen chocolate mousse. And, since it’s so easy to make, it’s a great last-minute dinner party dessert. Get the recipe: Ice-Cream-Maker-Free Chocolate...

1. Meaning Behind the Name Believe it or not, you can tell a lot about hydrangea plant care by its name. Hydrangea is from Greek descent: “Hydro” means water and “angos” means jar or vessel. And in fact, hydrangeas need lots of water to thrive. 2. Hydrangea Symbolism The symbolism behind the hydrangea flower differs with culture and time period. In Japan, hydrangeas are said to be a sign of gratitude because ancient emperors would give them to their maidens as a sign of thanks....

So many great gifts, essentials, and gadgets are available at incredibly low prices on Black Friday and Cyber Monday, and stores are competing with each other for the best Black Friday deals—but not all these deals are as great as they sound. Some categories of items are known to have the lowest prices of the year during Black Friday, but others don’t have such great savings. Personal finance site WalletHub ranked product categories by the potential discount shoppers could get by buying items from each category on Black Friday....

No matter which onion family plant you pick, aim to stock up on firm ones that are blemish-free with little to no distinguishable scent when whole. Store onion family vegetables of all kinds in a cool, dark place that’s well ventilated. Only refrigerate once peeled. Sliced or chopped, grated or minced, each different type of onions can add a unique flavor dimension to your dish. Opting for the onion variety best suited for the job will ensure the best (and most tasty) finished product....

There’s nothing like waking up to a decorated Christmas tree with a few presents under it on Christmas morning, especially if you have little ones. As you celebrate the holiday at home this year, use these festive ideas to make Christmas morning extra special for your family. Whether it’s as simple as preparing a special breakfast or dressing in matching pajamas, every tradition adds up to create Christmas memories that will last a lifetime....

Shop Fall Work Dresses on Sale Find. Oversized Jersey T-Shirt Dress, $15 (was $21) Lark & Ro Crepe Knit Three-Quarter-Sleeve Center-Twist Dress, $16 (was $32) Lark & Ro Puff-Sleeve Crew Neck Fit-and-Flare Dress, $16 (was $17) Lark & Ro Three-Quarter-Sleeve Faux Wrap Fit-and-Flare Dress, $18 (was $43) Lark & Ro Matte Jersey Collared V-Neck Long-Sleeve Wrap Dress, $21 (was $43) Lark & Ro Sleeveless Ballet-Neck Fit-and-Flare Sweater Dress, $26 (was $54) Truth & Fable Sheer-Sleeve Tunic Dress, $26 (was $54) Find....

Often, an area rug is the first purchase I make for a new space, creating the inspiration for my future aesthetic or simply cheering me up as I forge a new home for myself. The right rug can blend with your decor, define it, or contrast in a visually pleasing way, making the choice of color, design, and style all the more important. Now is the perfect time to browse for area rugs on Wayfair—the retailer reduced prices for its Way Day sale, which runs from October 26 and 27....

A quick refresher: Menopause is the time in a woman’s life when menstruation ends—it occurs 12 months after her last period. It’s marked by a natural drop in reproductive hormones (estrogen and progesterone) that are produced by the ovaries. Collectively, the years leading up to the point of menopause are known as perimenopause, or menopausal transition, according to the Office on Women’s Health. The hormonal changes that happen during this time are responsible for irksome symptoms like hot flashes, anxiety, and trouble sleeping, just to name a few....

There are more than 3500 posts under #thanksgivingcharcuterie on Instagram, so it seems we’re not the only ones intrigued by these delectable holiday displays. We’ve rounded up a few of our favorite images to help inspire your own holiday snacking. Follow these steps to build your own Thanksgiving charcuterie board, and borrow inspiration from these gorgeous photos to give your board a festive holiday spirit. Set this year’s holiday board apart by sticking to a theme....

The couple added brightness to the great-room by whitewashing everything—beams, walls, and fireplace bricks. Even 1970s wall paneling looks like cerused wood after a decorative paint finish was applied. Then Erin further lightened the mood: Notice the “Beware of children” sign on the mantel? “You need to have some whimsy,” she says. Pillow-lined window seats at both ends of the light, bright space beckon budding readers, and the ottoman is sometimes a racetrack, sometimes a doctor’s exam table....

Serve thirsty guests a refreshing drink with this 64-ounce pitcher that has a removable lid to prevent spills or bugs from getting in. It’s also made with durable BPA-free plastic, so if it does end up dropping, you won’t have a safety hazard on your hands. And if you’re weary about bringing your nice glassware outside, consider these nifty plastic cups that look just like glass (but won’t break on you)....