The clothes organizers have a long, rectangular build ideal for packing up out-of-season clothing and linens, and for stacking additional bags on top. Talk about a clothing solution that prevents clutter! While it’s designed to put away items under the bed, its slim build lets you store it in other tight spaces like on closet shelves or under the sofa. All it takes is a little creativity to figure out what works best for your space....
It’s the picture-perfect example of aesthetics from Nancy Meyer movies, specifically iconic romantic comedies like Something’s Gotta Give, The Parent Trap, The Holiday, and It’s Complicated, where actors like Meryl Streep, Diane Keaton, Kate Winslet, Natasha Richardson, and Cameron Diaz fall in and out of love in beach houses, countryside cottages, or Napa Valley wineries. It’s also a scene that can lead to pangs of envy for the mood that it exudes, one of sophistication, effortless stylishness, and that unhurried leisure that many of us yearn for when summer comes around....
To buy: $14 (was $18); amazon.com. “It is much easier to store my tree in this bag instead of the bulky large box. It has handles and is easy to move around in my basement storage space,” wrote a five-star reviewer. They were able to store their 7.5-foot Christmas tree inside with their tree stand and described it as “very durable.” They continued, “It is well worth the price I paid for this item—I would recommend this storage bag....
To buy: $14 (was $18); amazon.com. “It is much easier to store my tree in this bag instead of the bulky large box. It has handles and is easy to move around in my basement storage space,” wrote a five-star reviewer. They were able to store their 7.5-foot Christmas tree inside with their tree stand and described it as “very durable.” They continued, “It is well worth the price I paid for this item—I would recommend this storage bag....
The two stackable containers can store a variety of your favorite on-the-go foods. The two-compartment container and bottom container are separated by a dividing lid that also doubles as utensil storage.The kit includes a fork, knife, and spoon for dining. The utensils are also reusable, so you can just wash them along with your bento box and bring them along for each meal. The box includes a nylon strap that holds the compartments together when stacked on top of one another....
To carve: Start by taping your printed pattern to the surface of a hollowed-out pumpkin, smoothing the paper as best you can as you tape it down. Use a poking tool to prick closely spaced holes along the stencil lines, puncturing through the paper into the pumpkin’s surface. Remove the stencil pattern, and keep it nearby. Locate areas on the pattern that are surrounded by dotted lines, and etch those areas by following our tips listed in the photo caption....
You want to be hygienic without being unnecessarily wasteful—so how often should you really swap out for a new toothbrush? We asked dentists how long you can go before replacing a used toothbrush, how to tell if it’s time to toss yours, and if there’s anything you can do in between to keep those bristles clean. How often should you replace your toothbrush? Three to four months for manual toothbrushes....
There are many delicious drinks to help you wake up, from cold brew coffee to matcha to yerba mate and more. But when it comes to efficiency of delivery and top-notch taste, you can’t beat espresso. What is espresso? Espresso is a coffee-brewing method that refers to finely ground coffee that’s brewed under pressure. The coffee gets ground into a portafilter basket and is pressed down, or tamped, into a flat ‘puck....
To buy: $249 (was $350); amazon.com. The iRobot Roomba takes all the fuss out of cleaning your floors simply because it does the work for you. The device can start vacuuming on command by pressing the “Clean” button on top or you can control it via WiFi on your phone. With the app, you can initiate the vacuuming process immediately or select specific days and times to program a cleaning schedule that works for you....
“When creating a budget, remember that it’s not meant to prevent you from enjoying your life; rather, it helps you prioritize where you’re spending so you don’t put yourself in the red,” says Colleen McCreary, chief people officer and financial advocate for CreditKarma. “A budget can be a north star for those who want to hold themselves accountable as they work toward a specific financial goal.” Whether that financial goal is climbing out of debt, saving for retirement, or reining in spending, the point of a budget is to help keep you on track....
Point being, I’m a true Urban Decay loyalist. I’ve even been using the same color eyeliner (smog if you’re wondering) since high school too. And with every new palette launch within the Naked Collection, there have been some pretty high expectations to live up to. ICYMI, the original Naked Eyeshadow Palette may have died, but the Naked Collection is still growing strong—its newest addition being Naked x Robin Eisenberg ($54; urbandecay....
Point being, I’m a true Urban Decay loyalist. I’ve even been using the same color eyeliner (smog if you’re wondering) since high school too. And with every new palette launch within the Naked Collection, there have been some pretty high expectations to live up to. ICYMI, the original Naked Eyeshadow Palette may have died, but the Naked Collection is still growing strong—its newest addition being Naked x Robin Eisenberg ($54; urbandecay....
What are hiccups? Before we get into the scary stuff, though, it may help to understand exactly what hiccups are. A hiccup is an involuntary spasm of the diaphragm, the muscle between your chest and your abdomen. The diaphragm usually expands down and contracts back up smoothly as you breathe, but it can jerk down suddenly if it becomes irritated. That sudden jerk triggers a closure of the glottis, the slit-like opening between the vocal cords and the voice box....
After speaking with dermatologists, we learned that cellular turnover is very important to the overall health of our skin. Keep reading to learn more about cellular turnover, its benefits, and the types of skincare products that will stimulate the process. What Is Cellular Turnover “Cellular turnover is the biological process of shedding dead skin cells to replace existing skin cells with younger healthy cells,” says Annie Gonzalez, MD, a board-certified dermatologist at Riverchase Dermatology....
But did you ever stop to think about how much of each ingredient is in your go-to formulas? Brands are constantly facing the pressure to provide more affordable options with these trending ingredients, which has led to a practice called “fairy dusting.” “Fairy dusting is a practice throughout the beauty industry and involves brands claiming they use a popular ingredient at its proper concentration level when in reality, they’re using a low percentage or trace amount of an organic, natural, or sustainably sourced ingredient,” says Rebecca Hamilton, co-CEO of BADGER....
But as clinicians continued to practice, they realized that other events (perhaps not traditionally defined as “trauma”) were causing the same emotional and physical impact. “Some people were dealing with stressors that caused the same symptoms,” Moutier says—even if the stressors weren’t as life-threatening as, say, a natural disaster, deadly illness, or an abusive relationship. Clinicians and mental health professionals realized the importance of recognizing and classifying these “smaller” distressing experiences as legitimate forms of trauma in their own right....
How to trim fresh flowers for a vase If you’ve just gotten home with a fresh bouquet of flowers from the store or your own garden, you’re probably eager to put them on display right away. However, taking a few simple steps now can extend the life of your flowers later. To start, Christina Stembel, founder and CEO of Farmgirl Flowers, a national flower delivery company, says an important first step is to make sure that everything you use is squeaky-clean....
So we asked Soffer and Jenni Brennan, professor at The National Center for Death Education at Mount Ida College in Newton, Mass., to offer their tips on what not to say to someone who’s grieving. What to say instead: “It’s really tough right now for you.” “Acknowledge that what they’re going through right now is very painful,” says Soffer. Don’t gloss over their feelings—let them have the chance to grieve fully and without judgment....
As you decorate in red, white, and blue and prepare your Fourth of July meal this summer, take a minute to brush up on the history of the holiday and reflect on what it means to you. When Is the 4th of July? The Fourth of July falls this year on Sunday, July 4, 2021. Although it’s been celebrated since 1777, it wasn’t declared a federal holiday until 1870. Since the holiday is always on July 4, the day of the week changes each year....
Which Colors Make Green? This nature-inspired color is a great way to bring the outdoors in and give your home an instant refresh. The basic answer for what colors make green is blue and yellow. However, color theory is a little more complex. Yellow and blue are both primary colors, meaning they are the starting point for mixing secondary colors, such as green. Green can have warm or cool undertones, depending on the amount of yellow and blue it contains....
