Here’s one hard-and-fast rule for good gifting: “Always gift from your recipient’s perspective,” says Elaine Swann, founder of Swann School of Protocol. “Look at their life, interests, what’s meaningful for them, what they might enjoy, and make your decision based on that.” Still stumped? We asked some etiquette experts to weigh in on some of the most common gift-giving questions. “It is satisfying to give gifts that are well-loved and well-used, but remember that giving should be motivated by generosity,” says etiquette expert Catherine Newman....

Here’s one hard-and-fast rule for good gifting: “Always gift from your recipient’s perspective,” says Elaine Swann, founder of Swann School of Protocol. “Look at their life, interests, what’s meaningful for them, what they might enjoy, and make your decision based on that.” Still stumped? We asked some etiquette experts to weigh in on some of the most common gift-giving questions. “It is satisfying to give gifts that are well-loved and well-used, but remember that giving should be motivated by generosity,” says etiquette expert Catherine Newman....

Cooking Time for a Stuffed Turkey You’ve selected your favorite stuffing recipe, dressed the turkey in a turkey rub, and stuffed the bird. The oven is preheating, your make-ahead sides are set, and the pies are cooling on a rack. You’re almost there. But what’s the cooking time for the turkey? Take a moment to pat yourself on the back, because you’re almost there. We’re sharing exactly how long you should cook a stuffed turkey....

For this reason, many millennials are opting to move back home with their parents—many of them indefinitely. In previous generations, “moving back home” may have been considered a sign of failure; but these days, it’s a way that millennials and retirees alike can save money and thrive together. Changing Attitudes on Multigenerational Living Don’t let the memes and jokes on social media fool you. There are actually plenty of benefits to moving in with your folks—or staying at home longer if you haven’t moved out yet....

Taskrabbit, the online marketplace of service providers for home projects, analyzed 3.9 million Taskrabbit bookings from the last 12 months to gain insight into trending tasks, and conducted a survey to learn how social media platforms pushed forward these trends. To be clear, TikTok is far from the only player in this game, with Pinterest and YouTube coming in as the top sources of home and interiors inspiration in the U....

You may not believe in ghosts, ghouls, spirits, or lingering souls, but you’ve likely seen plenty of horror movies that start with an unsuspecting family moving into a haunted house. Offscreen, too, some actual houses are rumored to be haunted. While some people certainly are interested in haunted houses for sale, plenty might reconsider the purchase if this information was handy. According to the analysis, home sellers in most states don’t have to tell potential home buyers if they think their house is haunted, so it would be easy enough for someone to buy a house without knowing it possessed a ghost (allegedly)....

But by taking advantage of these easy to use peer-to-peer payment apps, you also put your banking info at a slight risk of hacking. How can you protect yourself when using money-sharing apps? “The best you can do is raise the bar so high, there is no practical way to exploit an issue easily,” says Jason Glassberg, a cybersecurity expert and co-founder of Casaba Security. “Think of hackers like car thieves—they’re much more likely to steal a vehicle with the key in the ignition and windows down than one that’s locked and alarmed....

Duvet inserts come in many different weights and materials, as well as a wide range of price points. To help you pick the best duvet insert, we’ve outlined all the things you need to consider before purchasing a duvet. But First: Comforters vs. Duvets When comparing duvets and comforters, duvets outperform comforters in regards to design options. Comforters, however, can offer more convenience. Since duvets are neutral (mostly white) blankets that require a cover, they don’t offer much in regards to style....

Copper sinks, because they are used so regularly, develop a patina quickly, but also very likely experience spotting and stripping of the patina. Neither of those changes to the color of the copper sink is cause for alarm; changes to the patina do not indicate that the sink is damaged. It’s simply the nature of copper. How Often to Clean a Copper Sink When it comes to the frequency with which to clean a copper sink, there is good news and bad news....

How Often to Clean Hardwood Floors Melissa Witulski, the business operations manager for Merry Maids, suggests quick regular cleanings a couple times per week to keep your floors from getting too dirty. “The best way to clean hardwood floors is to use a microfiber dust mop to remove dust, dirt, and whatever other particles were brought into your home,” Witulski says. “The microfiber dust mop will not scratch your floors as some vacuums might....

Often used in Western cuisine as a meat and dairy replacement (think tofu burgers, soy milk, and frozen ice cream alternatives), soy has been a staple in Eastern cuisines for thousands of years. Tempeh, a type of fermented tofu, first appeared hundreds of years ago, invented in the region now known as Indonesia. More recently, tempeh has become popular in America as a meat substitute that is easy to flavor and cook with....

First, grab a pair of fish tweezers (they’re available at most kitchenware stores). These stainless steel fish tweezers with wide, rectangular ends are the most effective at grasping the tiny, slippery bones. Needle-nose pliers can also be used, just make sure their inner surface isn’t grooved (the bones will slip through). If you’re in a pinch, a pair of clean cosmetic tweezers will work, too. Locate pinbones by placing the fillet skin-side down on a surface and running your finger up and down the length of it....

A diffuser is a plastic attachment for your hair dryer that helps keep the natural curl pattern. It’s a game-changer when it comes to heat-styling curly hair. But use it incorrectly, and you can end up with frizzy and undefined hair. People make several common mistakes when using a diffuser. Here, we spoke with three celebrity hairstylists to help steer us straight away from these five diffuser mishaps. If you need to dry your wet hair just a bit, Michael Dueñas, a celebrity hairstylist and consulting creative director, says you can scrunch it a couple of times with a micro-fiber towel to soak up some of the water, but be gentle....

So what can you do to protect your eyes from this damage, which can lead to redness and blurred vision, and even eye diseases like cataracts and macular degeneration? Wearing sunglasses is an obvious choice—but your stylish pair may not be protecting your eyes as well as you think. Here’s how to tell if you’re wearing the best kind. Look for the best protection—with the right label. All sunglasses should have labels that indicate their protection level....

So how can you avoid “face mask face”? We consulted a dermatologist, tanning expert, and senior researcher at Medicare to find out how to handle uneven lines without compromising your safety. How to Avoid Face Mask Tan Lines Like a lot of skin issues, face mask tan lines can be prevented with good SPF practices, so don’t skimp on the sunscreen. Apply facial SPF before putting on your mask, and reapply religiously throughout the day....

There is no shortage of ways for how to cook brats, but grilling them ensures charred bits that add complexity and offer that char-grilled flavor we love about a good (and simple) cookout. Brats are convenient and require next-to-no prep, and are guaranteed to be seasoned perfectly throughout without having to fuss with a marinade like in other common grilling options. Plus, fresh brats, like other sausages, come off the grill juicy and tender and are basically impossible to mess up as long as you cook them over moderate heat....

If you’re going to grow multiple plants in one container, keep in mind that they’ll need similar sun, water, and soil requirements to thrive. Best Soil to Grow Potted Plants Container plants should be grown in a special potting mix that doesn’t contain soil. Garden soil is too heavy and can compact roots, cutting off oxygen. It also often contains weed seeds. Instead, buy or make a soilless mix; look for one composed of coconut fiber (coir) or peat moss, vermiculite or perlite, and other ingredients....

Micro Thanksgiving Ideas If the recipe requires baking, here’s your time to shine! Use ramekins, mini pie tins, small bundt cake molds, or other small oven-proof dishes to create single-serving sides (like mac and cheese, creamed spinach, mini pies, or green bean casserole). They look super cute, too. Pop them in the oven as needed, or even freeze some for a fresh holiday meal whenever you want. Because it’s just you, consider mixing your prep work into your Thanksgiving week meal plan....

Also unlike baking, butter candles aren’t super-strict on ratios or proportions, so you can make them to your preferred size and shape. For your first butter candle, start with a stick of butter. Salisbury recommends starting out small for a butter candle, so that the butter doesn’t melt faster than it’s being consumed and turn into a melty mess on your table. Melt the butter in a microwave-safe cup or bowl in 30 second increments....

Charcuterie boards are one of my favorite ways to serve up themed foods at a party. I’ve already shared a Mexican charcuterie board, a summer charcuterie board, and my personal favorite – a breakfast charcuterie board – so I thought it was time to do a red white and blue one for the fourth for one of my favorite holidays! One of the reasons charcuterie boards are so popular right now is because they’re pretty....