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Radiant in Red

3 steps to wearing the bold hue at any age

POWER UP YOUR PROTEIN WITH CREATINE

There are some stories-like How the Grinch Stole Christmas-that we know by heart. Another tale that may be all too familiar to many of us: How we try to slim, only to regain more weight than we lost.

FOUND: HELP FOR HOLIDAY SLEEP LOSS

If you're tossing and turning a lot more this time of year, you're not alone: New research shows Americans lose nearly 40 minutes of sleep each night over the hectic holiday season. To the rescue: Experts share simple tips to transform sleepless nights into sweet, sugarplum dreams, including the strategy that works for 9 in 10 people

CONFIDENCE, TRADITIONS & ALL THE Good Things

FOR MORE THAN FOUR DECADES, Martha Stewart has been a lifestyle icon.

MARTHA STEWART'S NEW Cookbook

Step into Martha Stewart's kitchen with a collection of timeless recipes sure to elevate your everyday meals and make holiday celebrations extra special

CHRISTMAS TREES GIVE HOPE TO MILITARY FAMILIES

For many soldiers and their loved ones, the holidays can be difficult, both emotionally and financially. But thanks to the Trees for Troops program, hundreds of their homes and hearts are filled with Christmas cheer every year

FAITH & LAUGHTER

GIVE ME STRENGTH AS A SANDWICH GENERATION’ CAREGIVER

Sandra Lee's Simply Special Christmas!

Ring in good cheer with Sandra's festive eats

A chat with Aunt Sandy Claus

For beloved chef, Emmy Award-winning TV host and QVC Q50 Ambassador Sandra Lee, 58, Christmas has a very special place in her heart. Every year, she transforms into 'Aunt Sandy Claus' a persona forged during a difficult time in her childhood-with the goal of filling the season with warmth and love. Here, her secrets to making the holiday, and every day, magical

Breathe easier with a little COPD self-care

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is the umbrella term for lung conditions like emphysema and chronic bronchitis that narrow and inflame airways. While bronchodilator inhalers are a cornerstone of COPD management, lifestyle tweaks help too. Here, three strategies

Make holiday memories last!

'Tis the season for making happy memories we want to cherish for years to come. The key: optimizing levels of a protein called brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF). It's so crucial for brain-cell growth and repair that experts have dubbed it 'Miracle-Gro for the brain.' And according to a JAMA Neurology study, keeping BDNF levels high can slash women's risk of memory loss by up to 56%. Plus, findings in Pharmaceutics reveal BDNF protects against depression too. To boost levels naturally, just...

"Rosemary oil regrew my thinning hair!"

For two years, Katie Smith, 49, tried everything to stop her hair from shedding. Then she found a natural remedy that restored the fullness and health of her locks. Here, she shares her story

Easy, age-old pain cures

Ancient folk remedies from around the globe have been known to soothe everything from headaches to stiff joints for generations. And exciting modern research now backs these classic cures up.

This 'Santa Camp' helps spread hope and holiday cheer!

Dan Greenleaf, a professional Santa, co-founded Santa Camp in the woods of New Hampshire to teach aspiring Santas, Mrs. Clauses and elves how to spread joy and fun

Feel-good beauty gifts for $20 or less

These affordable beauty buys are great to gift to loved ones (or yourself!) this holiday season

Bolster your immune system

As the holiday season gets into full swing, the last thing you want is to be sidelined by a cold or virus. These tricks keep your immunity up

old soul

A restrained, rustic getaway off South Africa's Western Cape bows to the regal landscape

ST. ELSE WHERE

Part of the U.S. Virgin Islands, St. Croix is often overlooked compared to her sister islands of St. Thomas and St. John to the north. But a visit to this lesser-known gem reveals a place rich in gifts from deep culture and history to fantastic food, beautiful beaches, and a soulful style that may have you yearning to stay

Tropical Obsession

BRING THE BEACH TO ANY HOLIDAY WITH AN ICEBOX PIE THAT'S A PIÑA COLADA ON A PLATE

MIZNER & ME

What better way to explore Palm Beach than with the ultimate guide and bon vivant? JANCEE DUNN locks arms with the resort's visionary architect, Addison Mizner, to explore the enclave's legendary sites

WHAT'S IN YOUR BEACH BAG?

Sustainable beauty founder Lisa Jean Walsh shares her beach-day essentials

VINTAGE POSTCARDS

Made for going the distance, these nostalgic keepsakes have stories to tell

The MALLARD House

How a designer gave this new build in North Carolina a life reflective of its owners.

Curate Your Own DREAM Cottage

Our Project House Utah sponsors are bountiful resources for achieving a cozy yet sophisticated cottage ambience in your home.

Med our 2025 Brand Ambassador!

After a nationwide search that led to a wonderful Top 10 and a delightful Top 3, Krystle won your hearts and votes to become the creator representing Cottages & Bungalows' style this year.

Beachy Nostalgia

A beloved beach cottage in Delaware gets a light and airy renovation, perfect for a large family seeking summer fun.

Bridgerton Meets FRIDGERTON

See how this creative assembles a feast for the eyes inside her refrigerator.

Getting Colorful

With splashes of whimsy and loads of charm, this kitchen blends traditional style with an abundance of natural light, a bold and bright palette, and a truly one-of-a-kind feel.

SPANISH Style

A tiny 1928 cottage in Los Angeles transforms from an uninhabitable dump into an updated and charming example of traditional Spanish style.

Welcome Home: The Final Reveal

Join us as we tour our much-anticipated speculative build in Utah and take in the breathtaking architectural and design elements, touches of charm and whimsy, and abundance of warmth.