We'll be the first to admit it: We love pie. Sweet pie, spiked pie, pie a la mode… if it has a flaky crust and a fruit (okay, or chocolate) filling, we're in. That doesn't mean we don't love a good cookie every now and then, and yes, we've been known to devour a molten lava cake or three, but if we all had spirit foods ours would absolutely, positively be pie.
Assuming our wild affection for these bits of pastry wonder hasn't dimmed your own interest, let's get down to business and talk 18 of the best pies to bring to all of your summer gatherings this season. Definitely ours.
Brit + Co
Classic Blueberry Pie
Sometimes, nothing's better than the classics. The blueberry and the pie crust of this recipe have the blue and the white covered, but feel free to add some red food coloring to make this recipe extra patriotic. (via Brit + Co)
Averie Cooks
S'mores Brownie Pie
Let's start things off with a firecracker bang. This is a s'mores pie. In other words, it is a decadent treat that should probably make an appearance at every picnic, barbecue and Fourth of July celebration you attend this summer. (via Averie Cooks)
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Frozen Strawberry Lemonade Pie
Light, refreshing and reminiscent of a classic summer beverage, this strawberry lemonade pie is great for hot summer days. You don't have to serve it with a glass of strawberry lemonade, but we wouldn't blame you if you did. (via Neighborfood)
Tartelette
End of Summer Pie
By the time 4th of July comes around, we have more than enough berries on our hands. A quintessential summer treat, this triple-berry pie combines some of the best flavors of the season under a pretty lattice crust, and cleans out your fridge at the same time. (via Tartelette)
Brit + Co
Apple Pie Tacos
If you see your Independence Day being full of adventure and traveling, you might want to opt for these travel-sized pies. Apple pie is a summer classic, and if you're feeling Southern, add some slabs of cheddar cheese on top (trust us). (via Brit + Co)
A Cozy Kitchen
Blackberry Cardamom Hand Pies
Rumor has it that hand pies are good for portion control, but that seems to only be true if you can keep yourself from eating five in one sitting. Trust us, it's harder than it sounds. The combination of spice and summer fruithere is extra hard to resist. (via A Cozy Kitchen)
Bakers Royale
Blackberry Lime Pie
While we're on the subject of new spins on summer fruits, this blackberry lime pie is infinitely worth your consideration. It's like a margarita that you can eat. (via Bakers Royale)
How Sweet It Is
Strawberry Mug Pies
This is pie in a mug. Pie. In. A. Mug. Plus, sweet summer strawberries always make things better. You can thank us later. (via How Sweet It Is)
Saveur
Plum Pie
Sweet and tart, this pie combines the flavor of grapes and fresh plums to make a summer pie with intense flavor. In addition to the killer flavor, we love that this pie comes with a hack: just use a can of grape jelly to help make the filling. (via Saveur)
Heart of Gold
Strawberry Rhubarb Pie With Rose Scented Whipped Cream
It's the rose-scented whipped cream that truly caught our attention here, and we're pretty sure that we're going to add it to every dessert recipe for the rest of the summer. (via Heart of Gold)
Averie Cooks
Crack Pie
The original pie can be found at Momfuku Milk Bar. To make it yourself, it demands a moderate chunk of time and has a lot of ingredients… but its name does not lie. So addicting! Don't worry about bringing any Tupperware. You won't need any. (via Averie Cooks)
Gimme Some Oven
Mojito Pie
A minty, Mojito-inspired twist on a classic Key Lime Pie. This is our idea of a great happy hour. (via Gimme Some Oven)
A Beautiful Mess
Buttermilk and Honey Pie
A custard-based pie, this sweet treat is easy to whip up and would taste fantastic alongside a pile of summer berries. Sprinkle some sugar overtop of the berries beforehand to make them extra sweet. (via A Beautiful Mess)
Bon Appetit
Sour Cherry Pie
Rumor has it you should eat this pie's leftovers for breakfast. Who'd say no to that? (Not us). (via Bon Appetit)
Port and Fin
Key Lime Pie
The coconut graham cracker crust on this pie sounds extra refreshing for summer weekends, and make sure you keep it in the fridge right up until you're ready to serve. (via Port and Fin)
Sprinkle Bakes
Deep Dish Berry Pie Tart
We'd never argue with a cream cheese pie crust. Or a deep dish pie. Ever. Grab some extra whipped cream to balance out all those extra berries. (via Sprinkle Bakes)
Joy The Baker
Lemon Raspberry Pie Crust Hearts
Just in case you have a little extra crust left over at the end of your kitchen adventure, these pie crust hearts have your name written all over them. (via Joy The Baker)
Brit + Co
Raspberry Cream Pie
This pie features fresh berries and cream cheese, all wrapped up in a delicious Nilla Wafer crust. It's okay, our mouths are watering too. (via Brit + Co)
What's your favorite type of summer pie? Follow us on Pinterest for more summer recipe inspiration!
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Sprinkle the magic of Christmas into every seasonal activity by creating some festive Christmas nail designs! Whether you like to lean towards the traditional reds and greens or prefer to think colorfully outside the box, the polishes and Christmas nail designs below will set your mood and nail look right. Winter nails don't have to be drab – from star-studded nail art to bejeweled nail beds, we've got just the inspo for you.
Christmas Nail Colors
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essie 'Off Tropic'
You can't get your dream Christmas nail designs done without some stellar nail polishes! If your look involves a deep green, this shiny pick will help you pull it off easily. Use it to coat the entire nail for a sultry seasonal mani.
Amazon
OPI Opaque Light White & Gray Shimmer Nail Polish
With Christmas comes cold, and this nail polish screams icy. Wear it alone or apply it over a traditional Christmas color like red or green!
Amazon
OPI Infinite Shine 'Bubble Bath'
This baby pink will look gorgeous as a solid coat for Christmas-y dates and dinner parties.
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Essie 'Winter Trend'
Spending Christmas with your besties or roommates? It's time for you to have your first 'Pinkmas' with the sparkly magenta nails to match!
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Sally Hansen Insta-Dri 'White on Time'
A super solid white nail polish, alongside a thin nail art brush, can be used to paint snowmen, gift wrap, or snowflakes like some of our featured Christmas nail designs depict.
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RARJSM Holographic Gel Polish
For the lazy gal manicurists, this holographic polish will make any light reflect off your nails which is the point during Christmas!
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essie 'U Wish'
Embrace the holidays with this fiery red that defies expectations of what a Christmas color should be.
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Butter London Patent Shine Nail Polish
This one color will work excellently for minimalist Christmas nail designs – use it to dot, stripe, or wear it on its own.
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Revlon 'Iced Mauve'
Sparkles are a must for Christmas, which is why we're heavily eyeing this potent pink.
Christmas Nails Inspo
Nifty-Gifty Gems
Use small nail gems of any color to infuse your Christmas nail designs with festive energy. We're loving red in particular because it just feels luxurious!
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Deep Red Elegance
The bold red French tips, in combination with some art deco-inspired golden stars, can really bring your seasonal mani to the next level.
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Colorful Christmas Stars
Use a stencil or freehand these tiny stars in different chrome nail colors for a more jolly vibe this year.
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(Gift) Wrap It Up
A nail art brush can be used to paint on cutie little Christmas bows like this silvery one!
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Classic Colors
Multicolor nails are not dead – take the trend further for the holidays by crafting your look with a mix of whites, golds, greens, and reds.
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Let It Shine
For an understated (yet still spirited) Christmas manicure, glitter will be your go-to. We love the gradient effect that this hand has on!
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Merry & Bright
Tiny star details are sure to turn heads this Christmas! You could use any hue, but a standout gold like this one really makes your nails pop!
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There’s always been a sort of DIY element to the IKEA brand, from building the furniture yourself to IKEA hacks to their bolts of Scandinavian-inspired fabrics to make everything from pillows to accessories. Now IKEA stores are blowing it up with Tyg, a new collection of home textiles that inspires us to get creative with fabric.
The pre-cut fabrics come in 3-meter cuts, or a little more than 3 yards each – just enough to get creative with canvas covers, bags, fashion and accessories. Choose from 20 cheerful, vibrant, and nature-inspired patterns that reflect Scandinavian modern design to transform and personalize your space. Look out for the collection in stores this July 2024!
In the meantime, here’s some inspiration for turning them into something you love! Make sure to bookmark it!
Pencil Skirt
IKEA
"Our collections are a homage to the rich Scandinavian design identity that we cherish and aim to preserve," says a rep from IKEA Sweden. There are also some vintage prints in the mix. Try our easy pencil skirt pattern for a fun summer skirt.
No Sew Belted Tote
IKEA
Storage hack: Use these bold prints to cover boring cardboard boxes and add a leather handle for a chic and practical use.
Low-Sew Ottoman Cover
IKEA
Learn how to reupholster an ottoman and pick fun IKEA fabrics to create a statement piece.
Tote Bag
IKEA
You can never have too many tote bags, right? This floral pattern would make for a cute and colorful market tote!
Hugs + Kisses Pillows
IKEA
Try this animal print in our most adorable hugs and kisses pillows. New to sewing? Try our sewing class!
Overall Dress
IKEA
Practice your sewing skills by making a simple overalls dress! This fabric would be perfect.
Box Covers
IKEA
Wrap them like gift wrap around shoe boxes using a staple gun for another easy storage hack.
No Sew Pencil Pouch
IKEA
A small print like this black and white check is great for small projects like a pencil pouch.
Pillowcases
IKEA
Colorful stripes are perfect for a pillowcase pattern (via PurlSoho), where you just stitch two rectangles of fabric together (standard size is 20 by 26 inches) right sides together. Then hem the opening!
Wall Organizer
IKEA
This wall organizer is another easy DIY, where you can sew the rectangle around the dowel, or iron the edges with no-sew hem tape. Hand-sew or machine stitch the pockets, making sure to fold under the edges for a cleaner look!
Planter
IKEA
This drawstring planter cover is a cute idea for covering ho-hum planters or vases.
Kids Travel Pillow
IKEA
Traveling with a kiddo? Keep them comfy with this sweet travel pillow pattern from Joann's.
No Sew Covered Canvas
IKEA
Probably the easiest way to use this fabric is by staple-gunning it around a canvas for an easy and creative art piece!
Laptop Case
IKEA
Protect your laptops with a fabric case in a bold striped pattern. This fabric would also make a great curtain!
Seat Cushion
IKEA
Learning the straight stitch on your sewing machine will get you very far. New seat cushions in every room!
Tasseled Pillows
IKEA
I never met a tassel I didn't love. Add bright colored tassels to this B&W print.
Pocket Patch
IKEA
Pocket patterns are great for adding to furniture and clothes. This top-stitched one is handy for holding the remote, emergency snack bag, or a small book.
Look out for the IKEA Tyg collection in stores this July 2024!
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Sophia Bush and Ashlyn Harris are the talk of the town lately — and Ali Krieger definitely has something to say about it. The timeline of Ashlyn and Ali's divorce and Ashlyn and Sophia's relationship is messy at best, but the latter couple constantly dispel any rumor that there was overlap. For much of this narrative, Ali's been pretty silent, but it's clear she's ready to speak her truth. In a statement posted to Instagram, the soccer superstar opened up. Here's what she had to say.
See Ali Krieger's full statement about the Ashlyn Harris drama here!
- Ali says that while she's had an "outpouring of love and support" over the last year, she's been confronted with "a wave of dishonesty and misinformation" in regards to her marriage to Ashlyn Harris.
- Ali noted that her "unwavering priority" is to her kids, and that she requests privacy while she comes to terms with the state of her personal life right now.
- This comes after Ashlyn Harris made comments about the dissolution of their marriage on a podcast, stating that there was a total lack of intimacy and that the cheating "is so far from the truth."
On December 3, 2024, Ali posted her statement to Instagram. She opened with, "I’m overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and support I’ve received this last year. However, amidst this warmth, I’ve also had to confront a wave of dishonesty and misinformation regarding my marriage and personal life."
Ali shared that she isn't ready to make a more formal statement, but she feels "compelled to address this currently to prevent further distortion of the truth." But at the end of the day, Ali explained that her "unwavering priority" is her kids at this moment, and that she'll share more when her "heart feels ready."
She closed her statement with, "In this vulnerable time, I humbly ask for privacy and understanding from all involved, as I grapple with the profound changes in my personal life."
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This comes after Ashlyn spoke on the Naked Sports with Cari Championpodcast. Ashlyn noted that she was in a relationship without intimacy, eventually leading her to ask for an open marriage as a "last attempt." She also stated that people constantly see her as a cheater, which she says is "is so far from the truth."
I guess we'll know the truth in time...but for now, this is definitely messy. Wishing both sides of this divorce peace and understanding!
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If you were on the internet at all this summer, then you're probably familiar with all the It Ends With Us cast drama. The rumored rift between director and star Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively didn't come to light until after the movie released, but Justin just revealed some brand new information that totally reframes the whole film: he almost suffered a "breakdown" while filming.
Justin Baldoni has been vocal about taking the role of Ryle, who abuses Blake Lively's Lily throughout the film, really seriously, but his latest interview with the How to Fail podcast reveals the effect of the character went way farther than anyone knew.
Keep reading to see why starring as Ryle Kincaid opposite Blake Lively in It Ends With Usaffected Justin Baldoni's mental health.
Justin Baldoni says Ryle Kincaid was "very hard" to get rid of.
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When host Elizabeth Day asks about how he decompressed after playing Ryle, Justin admits the character was harder to shake than he anticipated. "That was very hard and honestly, that took a few months," he says. "I had dreams as him for a while, and it lived in my body, but I think for the most part, he's out."
And while starring in such a role is difficult on its own, he also had the job of directing the scenes he was in! "Directing is a very lonely job, I'll just be very candid," he says. "Because you are kind of at the top of this totem pole. In your moments of quiet, everybody has a thousand questions for you and also nobody wants to disturb you and you don't really have many people to talk to and you can't necessarily share your anxiety or your nervousness about something because you're also the leader."
His scenes as Ryle involved everything from romantic scenes with Blake Lively to a physical fight with Brandon Sklenar, and there were times he had to go "shake it out" away from the rest of the cast.
Justin Baldoni almost had a breakdown after filming a scene with Blake Lively.
"I've done a lot of somatic therapy so there were times when I was actually just shaking," he says. "There's a moment in the movie where Ryle finds Lily's phone and he finds a phone number and he's very jealous and he's heartbroken and he's angry and he doesn't harm her but you can see in his eyes how dangerous he is. After that scene, I had a near breakdown."
Despite the fact he plays such a "dangerous" character, Justin quickly became the most beloved cast member after the movie's release. Fans became suspicious whey they realized Blake Lively, Brandon Sklenar, and Jenny Slate didn't follow the director on Instagram (and avoided talking about him in interviews)...and then the internet came to the conclusion there was a major rift between the director and the cast (which hasn't technically been confirmed by anyone who's rumored to be involved).
Justin spent the movie's press run raising awareness for domestic violence support, while the internet quickly criticized how Blake Lively treated the film like a lighthearted rom-com, using the opportunity to promote her haircare line.
A source told People that Blake Lively felt "surprised," "vulnerable and upset"about the response to the film's press, while Justin's Jane the Virgin costar Gina Rodriguez came to Justin's defense and told People in September that "sweet, sweet soul" Justin is "my brother forever. Forever and ever."
"You know what?" Justin says. "[Gina's comments] came at a very special time for me and that meant a lot. She really showed up for me. That was really sweet...She's a sweetheart. She's family forever."
Read up on what Brandon Sklenar said about a potential It Starts With Us sequel movie.