I need to warn you—once you make this sauce, there’s no going back. Even the “good” stuff in the fancy bottle will taste like ketchup. Just ask my kids. They used to love Rao’s. Now they act personally offended if I suggest using anything but our sauce. Folkman Marinara is a labor of love, passed down and […]
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At the top of the stairs in our childhood home, there was a closet that held a kind of magic. It wasn’t filled with coats or linens—but presents.Gift bags for birthdays. Ribbons for neighbors. Tissue paper for those just because moments. Our mom, Laura, kept it stocked for every occasion—and every person she cared about.Which was… well,
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By House of Folkman Designing a flower-filled oasis in a dry climate and small backyard may sound like a challenge—but it’s entirely possible with smart planning and the right tools. My mom has spent years turning narrow, rocky spaces into lush, layered gardens bursting with color, fragrance, and pollinators. These are her tried-and-true tips for
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Amazon Prime Day is here, and if you’re anything like me, your cart is full of “justified” splurges and everyday upgrades. But when two great options go head-to-head, how do you choose? Welcome to This or That: Prime Day Edition, where we’re putting some of the most hyped sale items in a friendly face-off. You really
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Each month, my craft group gets together for a themed dinner party—and we’ve earned the nickname “The Overachievers” for good reason. We go all in. This month it was my turn to host, and after a few calendar changes, the date landed on July 1. Originally, I planned a garden party in soft blues and
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