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Vine or Shrub The biggest difference between jasmine varieties is their growth habit. The most well-known types are vines, especially Jasminum polyanthum. This jasmine makes a great gift in late winter or early spring and can usually be found in florist shops and trained on a trellis. Even though jasmine is usually found as a small plant in full bloom, the plant can grow quite vigorously and be invasive in warmer, tropical regions....

Highlights: Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from The University of Rhode Island Contributing Writer for Connecticut MagazineCo-founder/Writer/Editor of Your Modern CottageMore than 25 years of public relations/marketing experience When not working, Jennifer enjoys relaxing and spending time with her husband, two teenagers, and cat. A self-described homebody, she likes nothing more than to curl up with a good book or watch a movie. Other Works: Despite a tight fit, this Branford beach home goes big on cottage charm, Connecticut Magazine

On This Episode Host Mélanie Berliet talks to Julia Marcum, the designer behind the lifestyle blog Chris Loves Julia. Learn how she chooses a fixer-upper home, the story behind her nightmare moving experience—including the red flags you should look for when hiring movers—and the first DIY project she likes to tackle in a new house. Meet Julia Marcum Julia Marcum is the creator and designer behind the popular blog, Chris Loves Julia....

Note: Kentucky coffee tree is one of the last trees to leaf out in spring, so don’t be alarmed if yours is slow.

Pattern Sizes Sizes for most Better Homes & Gardens knitting projects are noted in the instructions. When one size is written out in capitalized letters, it is to note the size of the modeled garment. The instructions are written for the smallest size with changes for larger sizes in parentheses. When only one number is given, it applies to all sizes. For ease in working, before you begin, circle the numbers pertaining to the size you are knitting or crocheting....

Highlights: KJ has a B.A. from Michigan State University featuring cognates of sociology, psychology, and rel. studies.Other types of KJ’s work can be found on sites like Oh My Veggies, Ancient Origins, Trivago, Kaplan, and Outward On, as well as blog posts created via Finfrock Marketing.KJ has several years of professional experience in the mental health and educational fields as well. Favorite Purchase: My favorite purchase in recent years has been my Instant Pot....

4 egg whites 2 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon salt ½ cup butter or shortening, softened 1 ¾ cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 ⅓ cup buttermilk or sour milk

Make it a Gift: Roll a 12-inch length of corrugated cardboard to create approximately a 3-inch-diameter tube, allow for a 1/2 inch of overlap. Cut cork drink coasters to fit each end and hot-glue in place. Line interior with tissue paper, then nestle a stack of cookies in the tube. Wrap ribbon around cookie tube and insert a real or artificial berry stem.

¼ cup light cream, half-and-half, or whipping cream 1 tablespoon margarine or butter 3 ounce packaged fettuccine, linguine, or other past ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoon broken pecans or walnuts

One of the best ways to support members of the LGBTQ+ community people is to be intentional with your spending. If you want and are able to buy some new clothes, home goods, or art this month, consider doing so at LGBTQ+-owned brands that make their products with the community in mind. Here are some of my favorite shops. Below is a little bit about each of the businesses and artists I plan to support this month....

2 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon ground cumin ½ teaspoon black pepper ½ teaspoon ground coriander ⅛ teaspoon ground chipotle chile pepper ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper