After deciding where to put it, picking a style for a butcher block countertop is the next step. Dark woods or countertops with dark stains look polished and elegant, without being too formal. A dark wood countertop also minimizes the rustic feel of the design choice by mimicking the look and feel of a quartz or granite countertop. The colors in darker wood countertops are also typically more uniform, which might appeal to anyone with a strong love of consistency....

How to Grow Candy Cane Oxalis Flowers Most companies that sell candy cane oxalis (One bag for $23, K Van Bourgondien) will ship the bulbs in the fall. Plant the bulbs 1 to 2 inches deep in the soil and at least 2 or 3 inches apart from each other. Pick a spot with well-drained soil and full sun to part shade. One of the best things about candy cane oxalis is its versatility; it can thrive in sandy, acidic, loamy, or clay soil....

While Cariuma’s sustainably-made sneakers rack up huge waitlists, we expect the first non-shoe product to sell out even quicker. The JJ Backpack is made from 100 percent recycled nylon, and the straps and buckles are constructed from recycled post-consumer products and production plastic waste. The Global Recycled Standard-certified backpack is large enough to hold your everyday staples including 13- to 17-inch laptops, notebooks, pens, extra clothing, and accessories. It also comes with a side water bottle pouch, too....

Danielle is a self-taught power tool pro. She and her husband bought a builder-grade house in 2019, and she’s been posting their projects ever since. Fashion Expert: Paula Knight For brilliant, trendy picks, we turned to Paula Knight, the head of brand marketing and creative at Intermix, a luxury clothing retailer. Houseplants Expert: Christopher Griffin Christopher is an expert on plant parenthood. Their Instagram and new book, You Grow, Gurl!...

While this post is sponsored by Perdue Farms, all opinions are 100% honest and my own. Family Friendly 30 Minute Meal I’m a big fan of the coconut shrimp at Red Lobster but my son doesn’t like shrimp. This coconut chicken recipe reminds me of the sweet flaky outside on the coconut shrimp from Red Lobster just on chicken instead of shrimp. The outside is made up of flavorful spices plus sweetened coconut, making it great for the entire family!...

You can check out some ideas to help you make your Hanukkah or Christmas safer—but what about those other celebrations that are usually in your holiday season calendar? If you still want to gather with loved ones to exchange white elephant gifts or go caroling, there are some creative alternatives that are still big on fun—and big on safety. Pro Tip: If you want everyone to raise a glass of the same cocktail (or enjoy the same snacks) at your get-together, plan to spend some time delivering goodies to everyone before the festivities begin....

After going through puberty in an era dominated by Victoria’s Secret mall stores, my idea of a well-fitting bra was somewhat skewed. Even as I experimented with different options as I got older, it wasn’t until I had a virtual fitting with the trendy undergarments brand Cuup that I began to question everything I knew about my own bra size. Most of my adult life, my go-to bra size has been a 34C—sometimes a 36C....

How the Data Was Collected The cookies were divided into five categories—flavor, shape, substitute ingredients, internationally inspired, and other—and there were some clear winners in the bunch. To clarify, the reason why you won’t see some favorites on the map below, such as chocolate chip cookies or gingerbread cookies, is because the data only encompasses queries that were over-represented in a state compared to the country as a whole. The Results The most popular uniquely searched cookie was actually something called “Christmas cookie fudge,” which nabbed the top spot in six states....

And as a home writer, I can’t wait to add the best home and kitchen discounts to my cart ASAP. Since searching through thousands of deals is a stressful and time consuming task, I’ve narrowed my list down to the 10 best home items on sale up to 48 percent off. Shop 10 Editor-Picked Early Black Friday Home Deals I moved into a new apartment in May, and I still have quite a few things on my list that I need to get and items I need to replace....

The Best Early Prime Day Patio Furniture and Decor Deals: Brightown 25-Foot Outdoor String Lights, $17 (was $20) Exclusive Home Outdoor Curtains, $26 with a coupon (was $50) Y-Stop Hammock Chair, $32 with a coupon (was $60) Aok Garden 7.5-Foot Patio Umbrella, $40 with a coupon (was $60) Nicole Miller New York Patio Country Geometric Outdoor Rug, $112 (was $160) Greesum 3-Piece Outdoor Patio Furniture Set, $110 with coupon (was $130) Keter 3-Piece Resin Wicker Patio Furniture Set, $134 (was $169) YitaHome 100-Gallon Large Resin Deck Box, $149 with a coupon ($300) Bali Outdoors Wood Burning Fire Pit, $160 (was $200) Nuu Garden 3-Piece Bistro Set, $180 (was $200)...

If you’ve followed my blog for very long or maybe followed me on Instagram or TikTok, you may have heard about all of the candy cane games we played our candy cane Olympics earlier this year. I’ve been a bit candy cane obsessed this year and I’m not just talking about things like these peppermint chocolate thumbprint cookies, I’m talking real candy canes. So it’s only fair that I share these candy cane cookies....

This post is sponsored by Cricut and includes affiliate links. If you purchase via these links, I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. Raise your hand if you’ve been crafting up a storm while safe at home the past month? I know I have! I made DIY t-shirts, printable games, labels for my pantry, and so much more. Plus I’ve done science experiments, colored way too many pictures, and cut out a lot of shapes with my Cricut....

The Greek chicken marinade on these lemon chicken thighs is so flavorful and delicious both kids and adults will love it! Pair it with with lemon potatoes or Greek salad for one easy weeknight meal the whole family will enjoy. While this post is sponsored by ABSCos, all opinions and ideas are 100% honest and my own. Easy Baked Lemon Chicken Thighs Recipe Last year when I was doing Whole 30, we lived on chicken recipes....

I know it’s not even Thanksgiving yet, but I am all over Christmas mode this year. Maybe it’s because so many Christmas festivities were cancelled last year or maybe it’s because well I just love Christmas cookies. This week we introduced my youngest to The Grinch and watched all three of the Grinch movies. I had no idea it was one of the most popular Christmas party themes but apparently it is....

I’ll be the first to admit that I’m not the biggest fan of cooked fruit. While I’ll eat apple pie (especially if it’s this apple pie recipe), I’d much rather have striped delight or Reese’s peanut butter pie. I typically like my fruit cold and my veggies warm. The exception is berries (I love me some berry pie) so it’s probably no surprise that I’m sharing an easy berry cobbler recipe....

I may be the outlier, but I personally love it when people serve a fresh fruit platter at parties! Vegetable trays not so much, but I love being able to grab some fruit alongside all of the yummy desserts and snacks! It’s even better when people serve fresh fruit and a homemade fruit dip like this one. I’ve tried a lot of fruit dips – both homemade and store bought – and this is still my personal favorite....

This post contains affiliate links to products I used. If you purchase via my links, I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. This post is sponsored by Party City, all opinions and ideas are 100% honest and my own. What is Rainbow Butterfly Unicorn Kitty? If you’re reading this post, you probably already know that Rainbow Butterfly Unicorn Kitty (RBUK for short) is a brand new show on Nickelodeon....

Today continues with my series of simple Halloween crafts! I’ve already shared a popsicle stick Frankenstein craft, a Halloween bat craft made with popsicle sticks, and most recently, a popsicle stick witch craft! So it only seems fitting that today I share how to make a cute vampire craft with popsicle sticks! He’s almost as cute as this vampire paper bag craft I shared last week! I love making simple crafts with my boys during the Halloween season because they’re obsessed with Halloween decorations and crafts in our house turn into decorations every time!...

While its origins are murky, most historians agree that pho first appeared around the turn of the 20th century in northern Vietnam, and some speculate that the name is a play on the French beef stew, pot au feu, which was introduced to the country during the period of colonization. In its most basic form, pho consists of a foundation of rice noodles topped with thinly sliced raw beef, which gets cooked when a portion of steaming, spiced beef broth is poured over top....

One of my favorite parts about Easter (other than the obvious religious parts of it) is Easter candy. And Easter egg hunts, but that’s a totally different post. I love all of the different varieties of candy eggs, marshmallows, little bunnies, and of course Peeps. While I may not personally love Peeps, I do think they’re really fun and a nice addition to the holiday. I even made an Easter candy bingo game that uses all my favorite sweets!...