My family loves football. Okay, my husband loves football and I love football because he does. And because the Chiefs are awesome. I also love throwing a fun football party. I made my very own DIY nacho bar a few years back that was football themed, but it’s definitely not the only time that a nacho bar would work! How about Cinco De Mayo that’s coming up next week? A nacho bar is a perfect option for a Cinco De Mayo party....

“Weighted blankets can create a sense of comfort and possibly facilitate deeper sleep in people who like the feeling–often compared to being swaddled,” says Alex Dimitriu, MD, owner of SiliconPsych and BrainFoodMD. When shopping for weighted blankets, look at the weight, material, fill, and care as these factors can impact the comfort and durability. To create this list of the best weighted blankets, we researched the category and tested 35 blankets for two days....

The good news is that with a wide spectrum of formats, personalities, and topics, podcasts are making brushing up on history topics easier and more entertaining than ever, often revealing new facts and prompting new ways of thinking along the way. Whether you’re a novice looking to learn, an aficionado ready to take your knowledge to the next level, or just someone who appreciates an interesting (or, in some cases, very strange) story, read on for a playlist of picks designed to catch up, complement and contextualize your history command, and browse more podcasts for your listening pleasure....

1. Overseed bermudagrass. There are several species of warm-season turf grasses but not all are good candidates for overseeding. Researchers have found that bermudagrass tolerates overseeding best and with the fewest long-term side effects. Resist overseeding a lawn made up of centipedgegrass, zoysiagrass, or St. Augustinegrass. These species don’t appreciate the extra irrigation and fertilization that the temporary grass will require. 2. Choose annual ryegrass. There are two types of ryegrass used for overseeding: annual and perennial....

On the stuffing front, for example, the California-based chain has two boxed options (including a gluten-free variety) as well as a heat-and-serve version made with cornbread croutons, dried cranberries, and roasted apples, which debuted this year. Returning Thanksgiving items, like the time-saving Holiday Vegetable Hash and Fresh Cranberry Sauce, are also in stock this year, and Trader Joe’s even brought back its unusual Turkey Sausage Stuffing Fried Rice. While fried rice isn’t exactly a Thanksgiving staple, this savory entrée infuses the classic Asian dish with several nods to the November holiday, including chunks of turkey sausage, breadcrumbs, and a holiday spice blend....

The Best Black Friday Robot Vacuum Deals Best Tested Vacuum: iRobot Roomba 694 Robot Vacuum, $179 (was $274) Most Affordable: OKP Life K2 Robot Vacuum Cleaner, $90 (was $400) Airrobo P20 Robot Vacuum Cleaner, $100 (was $200) ILife V3s Pro Robot Vacuum Cleaner, $100 (was $160) iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum, $349 (was $550) Shark AI Ultra Robot Self-Empty XL, $400 (was $650) Eufy by Anker RoboVac G30 Robot Vacuum, $180 (was $319) Samsung Jet Bot AI+ Robot Vacuum with Object Recognition, $799 with coupon (was $1,300) Eufy RoboVac X8 Hybrid, $320 (was $650) Neabot Q11 Robot Vacuum and Mop, $320 (was $400) iRobot Roomba j7 WiFi Connected Robot Vacuum, $349 (was $600) Ecovacs Deebot N8+, $400 (was $700) Neato D9 Intelligent Robot Vacuum, $298 (was $500)...

1. I am Sausage Before we get to the other editor-approved top things to buy Trader Joe’s, I’ll get things started with my favorite item: soy chorizo. I mostly eat plant-based protein these days, and this veggie chorizo makes it easy to skip the meat. I love sautéing it with onions, potatoes (or sweet potatoes), and black beans as a vegan dinner base for tacos or burrito bowls. 2. Hatch Chile Mac and Cheese If you’re working from home right now like we are, hearty options like this elevated frozen macaroni and cheese help you actually take a delicious lunch break....

I have compiled a list of books that will meet you where you are in your journey of learning about race. Confused about what the term “white feminist” means? There’s a book for that! Want to learn more about the journey that it took for black people to get the right to vote? There’s a book for that! Want to learn how to bring up the topic of race to your friend Matt?...

Whether you’re hosting a high school graduation party, celebrating your favorite college graduations, or even just a fun kindergarten graduation playdate (hello water games!), you can use any of these great graduation party decorations to celebrate your grad in style! I’ve got everything from DIY graduation decorations to ones you can order online and just put up when they show up! They’re for kindergarten to high school graduates, no matter the party theme!...

This post was originally sponsored by Cricut but has been updated since. The post includes affiliate links, if you purchase via these links, I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. My Cricut Explore Air Three years ago I bought myself an electronic cutting machine for all of the awesome crafts I was going to do. I made a handful of t-shirts (like these awesome Hunger Games shirts), cut out vinyl for my son’s 1st birthday party, and basically let it collect dust in my craft room because every time I tried to use it, it took like 10x as long as I had to finish the project....

Sometimes, the right saying can take you from seasonal gloom to festive cheer, and using that Christmas quote for Instagram (or your social media of choice) is a great way to spread the holiday love. (So is setting up a binge-watching marathon of Christmas movies on Netflix. Nothing says “I’m excited for the holidays” quite like hours of watching actors put on their best cheerful holiday faces.) Whether you’re trying to add a little humor to your holiday party invitations, find the just-right quote for your Instagram or letterboard, or just think of something smart to say in response to wishes of “Merry Christmas,” these inspirational, funny, and meaningful Christmas quotes have you covered....

Is it really Christmas without Little Debbie Christmas tree cakes? They’re one of my favorite Little Debbie snack cakes, right up there with a good Star Crunch and Swiss Roll Cake! So I thought it would be fun to turn them into a dip so everyone can enjoy the flavors of Christmas tree cakes in a yummy holiday dessert! This Christmas tree cake dip is a delicious Christmas dessert that will have everyone asking for more....

Who Should Do It?Anyone who wants to look and feel pulled together but doesn’t have the time (or the inclination) to shop much or keep up with trends. “It used to be that only celebrities had stylists,” says Alyssa Dineen, a New York City–based personal stylist. “But in the past few years, my client roster has switched over to busy working moms who want to look good but have other, bigger priorities....

To make the star: Place a pretty section from a sweater over a cardboard star form (available at crafts stores) and cut, leaving 1-inch excess all around. Starting at the center and working out, hot-glue to secure. Glue edges under the form. To make the garland: Cut star shapes from sweater fabric using our free downloadable template. Adhere heavy iron-on fusible interfacing to the backs of the stars; trim. Hot-glue a large sequin in the center of each star....

As the festivities roll on, however, it’s important to remember the origins of this celebratory month. The historical arc of the holiday, like the community it represents, is fraught with societal tension. Famously, the first Pride was a multi-day riot at and around the Stonewall Inn fighting against police violence and discrimination. The legacy of that riot reverberates through Pride events to this day. We’re both rejoicing in our community’s richness and resilience while continuing to fight for our complete liberation....

“Our diets can play a huge role in the health of our hair, skin, and nails, for better or for worse,” says Colleen Christenen, RDN at Setton Farms. Here are her top five foods to include in your diet for healthier hair and nails—no $400 collagen cream required. Sunflower seeds are packed with antioxidants essential for healthy skin, too. Specifically, they may help protect the skin from free radical damage from the sun’s UV light....

Unfortunately, coming up with a functional kitchen layout usually involves a long list of options and materials to research, from countertops to flooring and everything in between. To pare down the decisions and eliminate the guesswork, consider a house plan that already has an envy-inducing kitchen included. Find the one that matches your style—whether that’s a modern farmhouse or a seaside getaway—then let your contractor handle the rest. We’re sharing our favorite Southern Living kitchen designs to help get those creative juices flowing....

Now, the writer’s sharing all of the secrets she’s gleaned from her French family and friends in her new book, Home Sweet Maison: The French Art of Making a Home. The book is full of tiny tips and tricks learned from observing her French relatives and spending time in France. Moving through the home room by room, the book covers everything from the right way to set a table, to how to use home fragrances to evoke a mood....

TikTok Skincare Trends to Try Using Minoxidil to Help Grow Your Eyebrows Minoxidil is an FDA-approved topical product that addresses hair loss on your scalp. It works by enhancing circulation and may also extend the active growth phase of your hair. Joshua Zeichner, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist in New York City, says minoxidil can also be used on your brows if you’re experiencing new hair loss there. “However, you have to be extra-cautious not to let it drip or touch the surrounding skin....

“Nothing decreases the aging process as powerfully as sunscreen,” says Zenovia Gabriel, MD, a board-certified dermatologist in Newport Beach, Calif. Plus, sunscreen prevents skin cancer, the most common form of cancer, which is especially key now that skin cancer rates are on the rise. Between 1994 and 2014, nonmelanoma skin cancers in this country increased by 77 percent, and in the past decade, the number of new melanoma cases diagnosed yearly increased by 47 percent, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation....