Holiday Tips

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Can You Peel Potatoes Ahead of Time?
You can peel potatoes ahead of time—up to 24 hours ahead—if you follow this method. It's one that culinary pros use and that your grandma knew. It holds them and keeps them from browning until you're ready to cook them.
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19 Common Holiday Party Questions—Answered by Etiquette Experts
From removing your shoes to bringing a dish, our experts help navigate the upcoming holiday season #holidaygifts#holidayideas#christmasgifts#DIYholidaygifts#holidaytips#holidays#christmas
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How to Care for Poinsettias—and Make Them Last for More Than One Season
Poinsettias are common holiday houseplants. When caring for the perennial shrub properly, you can get it to rebloom year after year. Here, we walk you through how to care for poinsettias during the holiday season and beyond. #holidaygifts#holidayideas#christmasgifts#DIYholidaygifts#holidaytips#holidays#christmas
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How to Care for Your Christmas Cactus
Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera x buckleyi) is a common holiday houseplant. With proper care, you can get it to rebloom year after year. Here, we walk you through how to care for Christmas cactus during the holiday season and beyond. #marthastewart#holidaygifts#holidayideas#christmasgifts#giftsforher#giftsforhim#DIYholidaygifts
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A Guide to All the Different Types of Christmas Trees
Learn about all of the different types of Christmas trees—including fir, cypress, and pine—and how to identify the best type for your home this holiday season.
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Making Meringue Is Easy—All You Need Are 2 Ingredients and Our Expert Tips
Prepping your ingredients and equipment properly (and learning what to look for and what to avoid) will help you produce fluffy, cloud-like results every time.
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This Is When You Should Turn Your Christmas Lights Off Each Night
The holiday season wouldn't be complete without Christmas lights, but the twinkling fixtures can be a fire hazard if not attended to properly.
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8 of Martha's All-Time Best Baking Tips, According to Our Readers
We recently asked our Instagram followers to share the best baking advice they learned from our founder over the years.
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The Fastest Way to Chill Champagne and Other Sparkling Wines
Because no one should drink warm sparkling wine.
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Use Our Holiday Cleaning Checklist to Prepare for a Season of Entertaining
Welcome guests into a sparkling home this holiday season. #declutteringtips #details #homedecorideas #homeorganization #marthastewart #storageideas
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14 Hardworking Oven-to-Table Cookware Pieces Pretty Enough for Holiday Meals
Gorgeous and functional, these essentials work hard in the kitchen but look great for service.
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How to Cook for a Crowd With Limited Oven Space
One oven? No problem! With our tips and tricks, you’ll be able to entertain seamlessly, even with minimal space.
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See How Martha Has Celebrated Christmas Over the Years, From Caroling to Tree Trimming
Look back on some of Martha's most cherished Christmas celebrations.
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How to Wrap Gifts the Right Way, According to a Pro
You'll have the best wrapped gifts for every occasion with these simple instructions
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12 Essentials That Will Help You Host a Martha-Approved Christmas Party
Stock up on these entertaining and home must-haves ahead of the holiday.