Tried and True
Ever wondered how to repot a houseplant the right way? Or if there's a better way to put on a duvet cover? Through years of experience and advice from trusted experts, we share our tried-and-true methods for tackling life's little dilemmas—from storing honey to mixing up a martini to seasoning a cast iron skillet—once and for all.
How to Wash Wool Blankets—Plus Tips for Drying and Storing Them Correctly
How to Get Every Type of Stain Out of Carpet, From Coffee and Wine to Wax
How to Dry Flowers for Beautiful Blooms That Last Longer Than a Season
How to Stake and Cage Tomato Plants, According to Martha’s Head Gardener
How to Wash Linen the Right Way, According to Laundry Experts
How to Clean Baking Sheets So They Look Brand New
How to Organize Your Mail—and Keep It That Way
5 Uses for Vinegar in the Garden, From Killing Weeds to Deterring Pests
Martha's One Ingredient That Makes Your Scrambled Eggs Even Better—and It's Already in Your Fridge
How to Do Laundry, From Start to Finish
The Best Way to Remove Sweat Smell From Clothes and Fabrics
How to Clean a Reusable Water Bottle—and How Often You Should
Martha's Top Tips for Hosting a Summer Party
How to Safely Remove Poison Ivy From Your Yard
7 Ways to Remove Sticker Residue From Every Surface—Including Martha's Favorite Method
How to Clean Your Houseplants the Right Way—Plus, Martha's Best Tips
12 Tips for Hosting a Successful Summer Barbecue or Cookout
How to Pick the Perfect Avocado
The Right Way to Store Radishes and Their Greens
How to Grow Roses From Cuttings—Plus Expert Tips for Ensuring Success
How to Keep Rabbits Out of Your Vegetable Garden, According to Experts
How to Thrift Shop Like an Interior Designer
How to Deadhead Roses So They Bloom All Season Long
7 Ways to Make Your Laundry Smell Fresher
How to Clean an Area Rug the Right Way, According to Experts
The Right Way to Store Zucchini So It Stays Fresh Longer
7 Easy Ways to Get Wrinkles Out of Clothes—Even if You Don't Have an Iron
How to Make and Can Your Own Jam
How to Dry Fresh Herbs to Use in Your Cooking All Year Long
4 Natural Ways to Kill Weeds—and Keep Them From Coming Back
Begonias Are a Beautiful Addition to Any Garden—Here’s How to Grow and Care for Them
How Often You Should Water Your Vegetable Garden, According to Experts
How to Store Carrots So They Stay Crisp, According to Experts
How to Create a Garden That Blooms With Color All Year Long
Can You Leave Wet Laundry in the Washer Overnight? Here's What Martha Says
10 Tips for Organizing the Messiest Spots in Your Home—According to Martha
How to Tell if a Pineapple Is Ripe and Ready to Eat
How to Turn a Dated Vase Into a Beautiful Vessel With Decoupage
How to Deglaze a Pan—the Classic French Technique for Making More Flavorful Sauces
5 Ways to Remove the Garlic Smell From Your Hands—Including Martha's Favorite Method
How to Clean a Ceiling Fan, From the Blades to the Motor
The Right Way to Clean a Suede Couch
The Right Way to Clean Concrete Floors
3 Ways to Propagate a Snake Plant—an Easy-to-Grow Species That Thrives in Low Light
The Right Way to Clean Your Dishwasher With Vinegar
The Right Way to Cut a Papaya—Whether You Want Cubes, Wedges, or Half Moons
How to Clean Your Bedroom From Top to Bottom
The Right Way to Clean an Induction Cooktop
The Right Way to Clean Pewter
How to Clean Your Pantry in 5 Simple Steps—and Keep It That Way
How to Make Insecticidal Soap, a Natural Way to Remove Bugs From Your Houseplants
The Right Way to Clean Wood Furniture
How to Press Roses to Preserve Their Beauty for Years to Come
The Right Way to Clean a Lamp Shade, From Paper to Glass
How to Make Basic Poured Candles
The Right Way to Clean Your Stovetop, From Gas to Electric
How to Make an Heirloom Shadow Box
How to Use the Maillard Reaction to Cook Perfectly Seared Food
The Right Way to Store Banana Bread—So You Can Enjoy Every Last Slice
5 Ways to Propagate a Spider Plant
The Right Way to Clean a Bathtub, From Porcelain to Fiberglass
The Right Way to Store Celery So It Stays Fresh and Crisp
The Right Way to Wash a Heated Blanket