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Betsy Karetnick

Betsy is a lifestyle and media expert who writes about food, drink, flowers and gardening, as well as consumer issues. In 2004, she created The Portable Garden, a destination floral and event design company. An accomplished broadcaster, she was hired by Martha Stewart for her expertise in food and flowers, and she worked exclusively as a host on the channel for nearly its entire tenure on SiriusXM. She also specializes in financial journalism and started her career at Dow Jones, CBS Marketwatch and WNET.
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How to Use Eggshells for Plants and Make Your Garden Flourish

Your garbage just might be your garden’s treasure. Here’s what you need to know about using eggshells to help your plants grow.

“Envy” vs. “Jealousy”: What’s the Difference?

Not sure when to use envy vs. jealousy? While it's not fun to feel either...

“Home In” vs. “Hone In”: What’s the Difference?

Puzzling over the commonly confused home in vs. hone in? With our grammar guidance, you...

“Loose” vs. “Lose”: What’s the Difference?

One single letter distinguishes the commonly confused words loose vs. lose, but which should you...

18 Living Room Plants to Spruce Up Your Space

The right living room plants can make all the difference in your home. Here’s what...

How to Create a Living Wall That Brings the Outdoors In

Check out these surprisingly simple tips and tricks to grow a living wall in your...
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How to Remove Even the Toughest Water Stains from Wood

All is not lost! A DIY solution and a little elbow grease may be all...

10+ Pro Tricks to Make Flowers Last Longer

Bye-bye, browning bouquets! Here’s how to make flowers last longer with a few surprising household...