It’s freezing outside; the snow (and the list of things on your holiday to-do list) are piling up. If you’re anything like me, your bank account is feeling the pressures of the holidays just as much as your mind is. In times like these, no food is as convenient and soul-soothing as a slurpable bowl of instant ramen - warm, savory, and ready-to-eat in five minutes or less. But you and I both know you deserve something a little tastier, nutritious, and satiating to get...

With the release of the final season of Dead to Me along with the release of her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on November 14th, Christina Applegate has recently been making headlines. Applegate is an incredibly talented actress who has starred in many movies and TV shows from the beloved 90s sitcom Friends to Anchorman 2 (and of course first came to fame in the nightmarishly misogynist sitcom, Married With Children).  Apart from being adored on screen, Applegate has also been very open with...

If you're anything like us, you tell yourself every year that you're going to give more homemade holiday gifts. And then every year, time runs out. Well we have good news. Here are 7 easy-to-make holiday gifts you still have time to make before the holidays. Almost all of them are not only customizable but also relatively inexpensive and quick. So hit up your local craft store, step away from your phone, and spend some quaity time with your own two hands!  PHOTO: JULIA STOTZ, STYLING: JESSICA...

It is officially Holiday Party Season! Break out the tinsel and your best ugly sweater because it's time to get lit like a Christmas tree. Dazzle your guests with these seven festive cocktail recipes—just be sure to save one for Santa, too.  This recipe and photo originally appeared on thatsfestiveaf.com  1. Bourbon Eggnog What would a list of holiday cocktails even be without a boozy eggnog recipe? This twist on the yuletide classic includes bourbon instead of the traditional brandy. Depending on which relatives you invited to your holiday gathering,...

Our columnist, Sarah Potter, provides this season's tarot readings for the signs.  Sagittarius: King of Cups (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Ride the wave, Sagittarius. Whatever comes your way, you’ve got this—rely on your intellect as much as your intuition. You’ve cultivated a good sense of balance, so keep it up and stay fully committed to any self-care routines. Even a good night’s sleep can do wonders for your body and peace of mind.  Capricorn:  The Lovers Reversed (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Raise your standards, Capricorn. You hold yourself to an...

Sewing your own clothes is life-changing, and I truly believe that anyone can do it. The main reason to make your own clothes is because most garments you buy just don’t fit very well. If your body is anything but what the fashion world considers standard then you’re left with poor-fitting clothes. Let me get you started on sewing clothes that actually fit your body. 1. A Simple Sewing Machine If you are just starting out and need to buy a machine, a basic sewing machine is all you...

On Saturday, the 19th of November, an armed man entered the LGBTQ+ nightclub, Club Q, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, just before midnight. He then opened fire in the middle of the club, ultimately killing five people and injuring 25 before being taken to the ground and disarmed by people inside the nightclub. A few moments after the horrific event, the clock struck midnight, and it was the 20th of November, the Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR). TDOR is a day to remember victims of transgender...

Our lifestyle editor Lisa Butterworth is always looking for the best in brand-new lifestyle hacks, products, and fun, and here are her top 5 picks for fall: Up With the Matriarchy Tackling home-improvement projects on your own can feel daunting, and looking for guidance can come with a hefty dose of mansplaining. Matriarchy Build, created by longtime friends Lacey Soslow and Gabriella Ainslie, is an online community of women and LGBTQ+ pros—plumbers, tile setters, carpenters, electricians, and more—available for virtual DIY consultation, sans patronizing.    A Sweet Psych Julie Nguyen’s...

“I didn’t know how to do anything but apologize a lot and try harder,” explains Jessica McCabe of living with ADHD (Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder). So, in 2016, the actor, writer, and activist began creating content across social media aimed at providing those who share her diagnosis a toolbox of techniques to accommodate their neurodifferences. From crash course videos on definitions, to relatable, 30-second clips on everyday problems, McCabe has been making information and resources on ADHD accessible in a society whose user’s manual was constructed...

Did you ever make potholders as a kid? If so, you were probably given a metal loom and a pile of multicolored loops and were taught the basics of weaving: over, under, over, under. Unfortunately, the completed project usually came out looking like rainbow barf. So it might come as a revelation that loom-woven potholders can actually look pretty profesh, as long as you follow some centuries-old weaving patterns. Make a set for yourself, or match a friend’s kitchen colors for a perfect housewarming gift. For...