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Meet a couple with an impressive collection of sculptural Dansk pepper mills.

Lemon crinkle cookies look like a nice alternative to all of the chocolate and peppermint of the holiday season.

I put together a few gift ideas for her, him, and home.

The pistachio-meets-kelly-green shade of this knit t-shirt is perfect.

Tinsel cacti.

Do you really need to toss your black plastic spatulas?

I just love the texture of these straw flats.

Zogo dell’Oca transforms the central square of Mirano, Italy into a goose-themed board game each year. It looks nothing short of incredible.

A Christmassy morning in our home.

25 best places to go in 2025.

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On the Right Foot: Competitive Tablescaping, 2025 Jewelry Trends, Winter Cocktails & More! (Plus, $20 Off at East Fork for First-Time Customers)

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Above: My latest bake from Dessert Person was the flourless chocolate wave cake. You can learn to make it on Claire Saffitz’s YouTube if you don’t want to spring for the book. Best of all, it’s gluten- and dairy-free, so it’s a solid option for catering to dietary restrictions during the holidays.

Jameela Jamil’s audition for The Good Place is a hilariously wild ride.

Mejuri’s newest earrings have a sculptural twist.

Edible glitter.

Martha Stewart’s entertaining tips from 1982.

Inside the world of competitive “tablescaping.”

How the Bonne Maman advent calendar became so popular.

Jewelry trends for 2025.

I just ordered this sweater to try on. I love the low v-neck.

15 winter cocktails.

Gift pick: East Fork’s signature mug. Not only is it beautiful, you’ll be supporting a company that gives back to its community. If you’re a first-time customer, you can take $20 by using this link or entering my name at checkout. Just make sure it’s entered just like this: Jessica Hamm

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On the Right Foot: Copenhagen Travel Guide, Dipsgiving, How to Remove Google’s AI Suggestions & More!

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The rhinestone earrings I recently purchased (above) add the perfect touch of festive shimmer. Keep an eye on them as they’ve been going on sale frequently.

Just add “-AI” to your Google search to strip out the AI-generated information.

The best cranberry sauce is the simple one.

Wisconsinites: there’s an old fashioned cocktail Christmas ornament! Let’s pretend it’s brandy.

A travel guide that’s making me want to return to Copenhagen.

This cabin tour makes a solid case for wood paneling.

Merriam-Webster has a fun tool that allows you to search by year to discover which words and phrases were first used in print.

Our Friendsgiving often turns into a “Sidesgiving” since no one really wants to take on a main course (and we have so many different dietary preferences and restrictions that a main dish is difficult to nail down). Now there’s a new trend emerging: “Dipsgiving.”

Where to go in 2025.

The power of annual traditions.

This week’s gift pick: a portable charger that takes up minimal space. It’s a great stocking stuffer!

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On the Right Foot: Victorian Spinsters Share Why They Remained Single, Coconut Braised Beef, Inexpensive Sparkly Earrings & More!

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Above: This lace mural is incredible!

Hilarious reasons to stay single from a Victorian-era magazine.

Freshen up your Thanksgiving table with these picks. (While I’m not hosting this year, I couldn’t resist the owl salt and pepper shakers to keep on hand.)

I made coconut braised beef last week and it was so good. I’m still thinking about it a week later!

36 Hours in San Francisco.

The sweater I’ve been wearing on repeat this fall is now available in a beautiful navy hue. Added to cart!

Fun perks that economy passengers can receive on various airlines.

How to cook a turkey.

A pair of inexpensive sparkly earrings to add to your holiday wardrobe.

All of the essentials for a well-stocked bar.

This week’s gift pick: a trio of flower-shaped candlestick holders. If those are too pricey, browse eBay for vintage brass ones like this.

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On the Right Foot: Custom Cocktail Napkins, Extend the Life of Your Sweaters, Martha Stewart’s Unfiltered Thoughts on Her Documentary & More!

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Above: a snapshot from our recent trip to York, England. I’ll post a travel diary soon!

Election Day is tomorrow! If you have any questions about voting, visit Vote.org.

This updated Billy bookcase is my favorite IKEA hack to date.

I enjoyed this interview with John Oliver.

Madewell’s popular flat now comes in a beautiful forest green hue.

Last month’s notable purchases can only be described as an overindulgence in barn jackets.

East Fork’s new glaze, “In the Pines,” is perfect for the upcoming holiday season.

Martha Stewart has scathing comments about her new documentary. (I just love her sass!)

I’m planning to make these garlic bread biscuits for our upcoming Friendsgiving celebration.

How to extend the life of your sweaters.

Now through mid-December, I plan to include a weekly gift pick in this weekly roundup. This week’s gift pick: custom embroidered cocktail napkins. How fabulous would these be for your mixologist friend?!

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