To find the best outdoor mounted solar lights, we sent 19 models to our real world testers, who installed the lights and evaluated them over two weeks. Testers took note of qualities such as ease of setup, brightness, bonus features (like smart capabilities and motion sensing), and more. For expert advice, we spoke to Amber Freda, a garden and landscape designer, and Sheva Knopfler, co-founder and creative director of Lights....
We tested 28 of the best patio umbrellas in our Lab, evaluating them on design, effectiveness, protection, durability, and overall value. We also received expert tips from Jana Bryan, landscape design expert at Home Outside, an online landscape design service. “Consider the outdoor elements and find materials that will last,” suggests Bryan. “High-quality aluminum frames and fade-proof fabrics with UV protection are the most durable.” Our top pick, the Safavieh Athens Inside Out Crank Outdoor Umbrella has a unique double-sided fabric with a nautical design and provides substantial protection from the sun and other elements....
While we’re not suggesting you redesign your home for fall (even though we did get some interior design-approved tips), there are a few simple decorative accessories you can get that will add the perfect ambiance to any room without overdoing it. The best trick: Invest in simple decor that you can use year after year. Miulee Fall Farmhouse Set of 2 Fall Pillow Cases, $7 (was $21) Winemana Velvet Pumpkins Set of 8, $10 (was $16) MomKids Fall Faux Flower Bouquet, $15 (was $21) Whaline Happy Fall Garland, $8 DII Pumpkin Spice Table Runner, $10 4th Emotion Set of 4 Fall Decor Pillow Covers, $14 (was $18) La Jolie Muse Cinnamon and Pumpkin Candle, $13 (was $16) Greenbrier Thankful and Blessed Hanging Sign, $6 HAKACC Artificial Pumpkins and Gourds, $10 (was $14) Artoid Set of 4 Pumpkin Placemats, $14...
The best gifts for grandparents no matter their age or likes! Just stick to this grandparent gift guide and you’re sure to find something that they absolutely love!Office Depot sponsored this post, but all thoughts and opinions are my own. I’m one of those lucky people. I have still have three sets of living grandparents and one set of living great-grandparents, all that I’m fairly close to. And that means that my son has two sets of grandparents, three sets of great-grandparents, and one set of great-great-grandparents....
Instant Pot Basmati Rice I’m calling this instant pot basmati rice because we normally have basmati rice on hand and that’s what we use. But you could totally use jasmine rice or any other long-grain white rice to make this exact same recipe. Whether you’re making it to enjoy with teriyaki chicken bowls or a day later for this ham fried rice, this Instant Pot white rice recipe is the best we’ve ever tried....
To buy: $15 (was $30); amazon.com. “The fur on the slippers is super soft, and they have a good tread on them. They are comfortable and perfect for house shoes,” wrote a five-star reviewer. Another shopper who said the slippers are “perfect to keep your feet warm at home” added that the faux fur lining is “soft and plush” that “goes all the way into the shoe and on the sole....
DIY Evaporated Milk Evaporated milk is different than condensed milk, and the condensed version doesn’t make a great substitute. However, you can make you’re own evaporated milk at home. Make evaporated milk by heating 2 ¼ cups of regular milk and gently boiling it down until it reduces to 1 cup. This exact method is used to make evaporated milk for commercial retail. Evaporated milk is most commonly made with 2 percent milk, but whole milk, 1 percent, or skim will also work....
It’s fun to get creative with gift giving by presenting teachers with something more personalized to their tastes—that way, they’ll know how much you appreciate their incredibly hard work and commitment. If you’re choosing a gift for your kid’s teacher, let your child get involved. They’ll have some good ideas about what their teacher likes—and they can add a sentimental touch to the teacher’s gift by creating a personalized thank-you note or drawing....
If you time it right, however, you can snag a deal and the perfect oven or dishwasher that fits your space and your budget. These experts have some tips on how you can save money by shopping during the best time of year to buy appliances. Then, armed with that information, Schwartz says you can time your purchase around a major sale, getting the best deal on a replacement instead of rushing around to buy something at full-price the day your dryer dies....
The Crockpot 8-Quart Programmable Slow Cooker prepares enough food for up to 10 people, making weeknight meals and party appetizers a cinch. It features a sleek stainless steel finish with a high-tech digital display that allows you to select high, low, or warm heat settings, as well as a timer for your meal. You can set a countdown timer for up to 20 hours, and the slow cooker automatically switches to the warm setting once it goes off....
There’s truly nothing worse than putting your hard earned money into home decor, only to have it covered in spots. This spray cleaner removes those worries, and has the power to clean even the toughest stains. And the best part of all? It requires no rinsing or vacuuming after you’re done. Often applying a stain remover means that you’ll have to wash it or vacuum it off later, but that’s not the case here....
Natural peanut butters (i.e., those made just from peanuts and salt) are clearly healthier, but we have one key complaint: separation. Highly processed peanut butters contain hydrogenated oils and other stabilizers for a reason: to keep the ingredients from separating. You likely won’t ever see oil hovering at the top of the jar of peanut spread. But because natural peanut butters don’t contain these stabilizers, the oil in peanuts tends to separate from the peanut solids when sitting on the shelf....
Made with absorbent and breathable Turkish cotton, these premium bath towels are just the thing to hang in your bathroom or guest room. Shoppers say the towels are so soft on the skin and confirm that they’re fast-drying (because no one wants to dry off with a damp towel). And not only do they transform your post-shower experience, they prevent mildew and odd smells from forming, too. To buy: $43 (was $70); amazon....
“With so much happening in the world today—often uncertain and stressful—I predict we’re going to see a shift towards balance, calm, and simplicity in terms of home design,” says Kathy Kuo, interior designer and founder of Kathy Kuo Home. Ahead, designers forecast the top 2023 decorating trends. 1. Eco-Conscious Homes In 2023, Kuo says consumers will design spaces that “feel in harmony with the natural world” while still being “super-chic and upscale....
Just like their name implies, fruit flies are attracted to fruit. That’s why you are most likely to find them lurking in your kitchen. But the Terro indoor fruit fly trap works quickly to eliminate any type of infestation. What’s more, the traps come in a set of two, so you can place them in more than one location—and the liquid needed to make the traps active is included as well....
Below, we rounded up three wooden stove covers that are handcrafted and customized for each order. They all come in a size that fits most standard stoves (30 x 22 inches) and can be personalized in various ways, which makes them a great choice for wedding and housewarming gifts. Don’t worry, plenty of shoppers order noodle boards for themselves, too. “I ordered this beautiful piece to free up space in my kitchen when I have guests and need more room to display food or drinks,” one customer wrote of this personalized option from JoeBcrafts....
We’re here to give the humble hot dog some inventive upgrades that’ll make it the dark horse darling of your grill grates this summer. From an irresistible everything-bagel hot dog to a Carolina-style pulled pork and spicy slaw rendition, there’s a dressed-up dog here that we know you’ll relish. Caribbean Jerk Hot Dogs For a pineapple salsa, grill pineapple and red onion slices until well-charred. Roughly chop and combine with finely chopped jalapeno, cilantro, lime zest, and a splash of rum, and then finish with salt and a pinch of brown sugar....
The Urban Coco cardigan is just $27, and one of its best features is its three-quarter length sleeves that allow you to stay cooler during the warmer months. Designed to hang open in the front, the sweater doesn’t have buttons, which gives it a minimalist look that’s still classic thanks to its ribbed sleeves and cropped hem. It’s also machine-washable and made from 70 percent viscose and 30 percent polyester....
The Mainstays Stanton 4-Piece Outdoor Patio Conversation Set, available at Walmart, includes two chairs, a loveseat, and a tempered glass coffee table. In other words, it’s everything you need to enjoy your outdoor space, whether you’re trying to read, relax, converse with friends, or just drink a morning coffee—and all for under $250. Plus, if you sign up for a Walmart+ membership, you can have it shipped to your doorstep for free....
Plants for Creating the Hot-Summer Garden Plan 9 Scarlet sage (Salvia splendens): Annual 2 Tall bearded iris (Iris spp.): Zones 3-9 2 ‘Tropicanna’ canna: Zones 8-11 4 Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta): Zones 3-7 6 Melampodium paludosum: Annual 7 Madagascar periwinkle (Catharanthus roseus): Zones 9-11 9 Zinnia spp.: Annual 3 Maiden grass (Miscanthus sinensis ‘Morning Light’): Zones 4-9 If you aren’t able to find the exact cultivars listed above, substitute with others that have similar colors, shapes, and sizes....
