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Fluff Up Comforters and Pillows When you’re washing anything down-filled, such as a comforter or bed pillows, adding a few new, clean tennis balls to the dryer will help fluff them up. If you’ve ever pulled a freshly-washed pillow out of the dryer to find it’s become lumpy and misshapen, the tennis ball trick can prevent that. Reduce Wrinkles and Static If you hate ironing, here’s some good news: Adding tennis balls to the dryer will keep sheets, jeans, and t-shirts circulating so there’s never a chance for wrinkles to set in....

With multiple credit cards, you may pay multiple annual fees, have overlapping benefits, or have airline cards you’re no longer using. If you aren’t careful, you also run the risk of negatively affecting your credit score and going into unmanageable debt. We asked credit card experts to further explain why it’s important to take an inventory of your accounts and how to pick and choose which cards are worth keeping....

However, these sessions are the exception, not the norm. More often than not, a deep fatigue—an emotional hangover—will set in after an appointment. Sometimes it’s immediate, while other times it’ll hits a few hours later, as if you’d taken shots of NyQuil in the middle of the day. But don’t worry, this doesn’t mean you’re in distress. Post-therapy responses (feeling either energized or exhausted) are completely normal, but that doesn’t explain why it happens....

How to Rinse and Drain Canned Beans Unless the recipe tells you to keep the canned beans in their liquid, you should drain your can and give the beans a good rinse before using. This will improve the flavor and texture of your finished dish. Test Kitchen Tip: If your recipe calls for drained, rinsed chickpeas, try saving the liquid (known as aquafaba) and using it as a vegan egg substitute or whip it into a meringue-like texture....

Youth to the People is a clean beauty brand known for its plant-based skincare products that are cruelty-free, vegan, and effective. The brand also focuses on sustainability, offering its products in glass bottles and recycled packaging. And this lightweight eye cream lives up to its reputation: It fills in wrinkles, moisturizes, and restores skin density overnight with the help of a few key ingredients—all stored in a recyclable glass jar....

I was provided a discount at Beaches as part of the Social Media on the Sand conference. While I received a discount, all opinions are 100% honest and my own. This post also contains affiliate links. In the past, when I’ve asked friends talk about the food at all-inclusive resorts, it’s always kind of the same response. It’s okay, I mean it’s all-included, so that’s nice. But no one is every blown away by the food or even really speaks highly of it....

To say you’re gardening, however, doesn’t mean you’ve necessarily mastered the art of growing your own food. If you aren’t getting the quality or yields of produce you’re expecting, you might be making some mistakes that are holding you back when it comes to growing your own food. We talked with three gardening experts to uncover what you’re doing wrong and how to fix it. Cheers to a summer full of enjoying and sharing your fresh bounty....

Running your home’s air-conditioner on full blast for long periods can quickly cause your energy bill to skyrocket. And with many of us working remotely, we’re home during the peak mid-day heat more than ever. So use these tips for the most effective ways to cool a house and lower cooling costs to beat the heat and keep your budget in check this summer. 10 Ways to Keep Your House Cool and Lower AC Costs 1....

This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase via these links, I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. Halloween Truth or Scare Game When I was growing up, I feel like every time I went to a party or a sleepover, we ended up playing truth or dare. It was like a rite of passage to tell someone who your crush was as an answer to a truth or do something embarrassing during a dare....

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Outdoor egg chairs are available in various sizes, shapes, colors, and textures so you can select the one that best suits your backyard and your style. These swinging seats are made of rattan, wood, and wicker, and come in oval, diamond, and teardrop shapes. Depending on your setup, you can choose a hanging chair or one that includes a stand. When reviewing outdoor egg chairs, we considered ease of assembly, durability, and value....

Pumpkin spice, which doesn’t necessarily contain pumpkin in its ingredients, is typically made from a combination of cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, and allspice. Whether you wait all year for the monumental return of the pumpkin spice latte or prefer to get your fix in foods, it’s unquestionably the most festive fall flavoring. From coffee and crumb cake to Pop Tarts and pasta to lip balm and chewing gum, this spice seems to pop up in nearly every fall-themed sweet and product....

A Delicious Rebalance Kombucha-Pomegranate Tonic This zippy and refreshing non-alcoholic drink is also good for your gut. Get the recipe. Sautéed Hard-Boiled Egg Breakfast Give hard-boiled eggs a crispy and golden makeover in a sizzling hot skillet. Get the recipe. Speedy Salmon Burgers Keep canned salmon on hand for flavorful, budget-friendly weeknight burgers. Get the recipe. Honey-Paprika Walnuts These salty, smoky, sweet nuts are perfect for a flavorful and nutritious snack....

With a little savvy and creativity, you can fit everything you need (and want!) in even the tiniest dorm room. We’ve compiled the best space-saving dorm ideas from decorators and organizers to help you find ways to arrange your dorm room and turn that boring box into a cozy nest (that looks pretty great, too). If your desk hutch has a bookshelf on top, line up a few of them to hide odds and ends....

Stir in fresh herbs One of the easiest ways to upgrade any dish is to add in fresh herbs. Chop up some leafy herbs like parsley, basil, mint, or whatever suits your flavor palette, and stir them in just before serving the rice. You can also use the same herbs as a garnish, or toast them in butter to drizzle over your ready-to-serve bowl of instant rice. Garnish with a crunch Add some texture to your instant rice by garnishing it with a crunchy element....

As a food editor, I spend most of my days cooking in my tiny New York City kitchen. Even at the end of long days at the stove, I still yearn for the feeling of fresh pasta dough in my hands, for the meditative experience of rolling and shaping. Whether I’m immersing myself in the calmness and simplicity that is flour, eggs, and water, or I’m rallying my partner or family to join me on this sweet, playful journey, making pasta from scratch always brings me joy....

Luckily, Trader Joe’s is here to meet many (if not all) of your holiday entertaining needs, including the ones you don’t even know you have yet. And as per usual, all of the chain’s goodies are well-priced, even in the midst of various supply chain issues that have been impacting food prices around the globe. Wanna wow your holiday guests with a restaurant-quality appetizer that looks like it took hours to create but really just needs to be tossed in the oven?...

Hazelnut Swirl Blondies Ribbons of rich chocolate hazelnut spread top each bite of these outrageously delicious blondies. Get the recipe. Everything Cream Cheese Scones Savory scones meet classic bagels in this tasty recipe. Get the recipe. Apricot Almond Cake This elegant stonefruit cake is deceptively simple and decadently delicious. Get the recipe. Double-Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies With Pecans and Cherries Stock your treat jar with this chocolatey upgrade on everyday oatmeal cookies....

Anna Maria Island may not necessarily be known for its food, but I’m here to tell you it should be. Out of all of the beach destinations we’ve traveled (Gulf Shores, Daytona Beach, Tampa) – Anna Maria is the one we actually go back to for the food alone. Eating is one of my favorite things to do on Anna Maria Island! It’s a small island so while there aren’t a million restaurants to choose from, the ones available are high-quality, unique, and delicious....

Eliminate day-of holiday cleaning chaos by dividing your tasks into doable segments. These holiday cleaning tips will help you prioritize chores to achieve a tidier home well before guests arrive. Preparing for the holiday celebration is one thing, but being able to quickly tackle any messes that happen throughout the day is another. Follow these easy tips to have a mess-free holiday get-together. Red wine on carpet: Immediately pour white wine over the red wine spill (white wine neutralizes red wine)....