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“There is nothing that makes a space feel more magical than lighting,” says Jung Lee, event architect and founder of Fête. “String lights are among my top choices for bringing instant fantasy to your space.” Feeling motivated to string up your own? It’s a great weekend project that doesn’t take too much time but still offers quite a bit of impact. Ahead, we’re explaining how to hang outdoor string lights in a few different ways, then offering up some patio string light ideas for your own space....

Here’s how to make your favorite Starbucks holiday drinks at home. Red cup optional. Pumpkin Spice Latte The key to flavored lattes is the syrup, which can be purchased online in various sizes. Though Starbucks doesn’t sell its pumpkin spice syrup commercially, a similar syrup can be purchased from Torani, which is used by coffee shops across America. If you want to make your own, Starbucks at Home provides the following recipe: 1 cup water, ½ cup granulated sugar, ½ cup brown sugar, 6 Tbsp pumpkin purée, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice should be simmered for about 4 minutes until everything is well combined....

How to Store Whole Carrots Trim off the carrot greens, and either discard them or save them for something else, like pesto. If you leave the greens on the carrots, they will draw moisture and cause the roots to rot more quickly. Avoid washing whole, unpeeled carrots until right before you plan to eat or cook with them; by keeping them dry, they will stay good for a longer period of time....

Taking temperatures isn’t rocket science, but there are a few things you should know to get the most accurate reading possible. Get a baseline temperature for the whole family. A true fever is a reading of 100.4 or higher, but we all have a slightly different baseline temperature. Sure, 98.6 may be average, but that doesn’t mean it’s the only normal temperature reading. Genetics, time of day, physical activity, and even food and beverage can impact a temperature....

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On This Episode The wealth gap between young married couples and their single counterparts has more than doubled since 2010. It’s expensive being single, and inflation is making it even harder to manage rising costs on a single income. This week, Stefanie interviews writer Anne Helen Petersen about the rising costs of being single in America. Meet Our Caller “Dawn” is a 32-year-old Iowa-based listener working in the legal field. Between her own desires alongside pressure from her parents and outside voices, Dawn has her sights set on buying a house....

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Real Trees Provide Family Tradition Taking a plastic tree out of storage every year isn’t quite the same as heading to a Christmas tree farm or local nursery and bringing home a fresh, live tree. For many people who celebrate Christmas, a genuine evergreen is a festive and romantic symbol of family, tradition, and nostalgia. In many households, it’s a non-negotiable, seasonal staple. A 2019 survey for the Christmas Tree Promotion Board polled 2,000 American parents with children ages 17 and younger who celebrate Christmas....

When I got married, I was showered with sweet gifts from loved ones, all from my registry. However, there was one item I didn’t register for but received anyway, thanks to a family friend who firmly believes no kitchen is complete without it: the OXO Good Grips 3-Piece Silicone Spatula Set. Well over a year later, and I can confirm she was right. The silicone spatulas have held up to my nightly cooking for all this time, and they’re just like new—impressive given the number of times I’ve burnt water or boiled over a pot of spaghetti....

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Another option is to layer the patties on a toasted brioche bun with tartar sauce, Bibb leaves, and pickled red onions. Fortunately, the patties freeze well—make a batch to have on hand for the nights when cooking feels like too much. Related Video

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Not to be confused with a soft boiled egg, a soft scramble is nearly identical to a plate of traditional scrambled eggs, except that a soft scrambled egg is creamier in texture. Since soft scrambled eggs are cooked in less time on a stovetop over medium-low heat, the result is a fluffy, yet melty barely-set breakfast that never fails to please. High heat can quickly scorch eggs, so the secret to perfectly executed cloud-like curds relies heavily on a stovetop’s heat setting....

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But this year, I’m putting some tech muscle behind all those new habits I’d like to create and goals I’d like to set. Because smartphones, smart homes, and yes, a few fun tech gadgets can be just the thing to help prod even the biggest procrastinators and most willpower-challenged goal setters (ahem, me) toward New Year’s resolution success. Whether your goal is a healthier, wealthier, or wiser New Year, you’ll find just the right strategies to help make you a New Year’s resolution success story....

You may make a point of spending Thanksgiving with family and/or friends, but that doesn’t mean you can’t send additional Thanksgiving wishes or messages. Thanksgiving quotes make great holiday greetings, but there are also gratitude- or relationship-focused messages you can share to spread the holiday cheer. (And if you want to go above and beyond “Happy Thanksgiving,” you’re in the right spot.) Whether you’re prepping cards, putting together signs for your Thanksgiving table decor, or planning out your Instagram captions for your post-dinner family photo posts, give these Thanksgiving wishes a try; you may find yourself getting a little teary-eyed in the process....

The brand has also extended its Holiday Price Match Guarantee through December 24, matching competitor’s pricing within 14 days of your purchase. To take some stress off of deal hunting, we curated a list of the top deals in home, beauty, style, and kitchen that will prepare you for the gifting season with unmatched value. Use your Target Circle membership to gain access to extra savings opportunities. We made deal-hunting simple and have compiled a list of the 33 best Target Cyber Monday deals you can’t miss from popular brands like Keurig, Hamilton Beach, Revlon, Remington, Nutribullet, and more....