This makes the weeks right after the holidays the ideal time to sort through your belongings, declutter, and donate what you no longer need. If you’re feeling the pinch of holiday overspending, decluttering can also be a smart way to clear out your home while also recovering some cash. If you’re not sure where to start, begin with the nine common clutter collectors below. You’ll head into the New Year with a home that’s calmer and tidier....
For those not yet familiar, here’s what you need to know: Parade is a sustainable underwear brand that offers comfy pieces available in a wide range of sizes, all at affordable prices. Earlier this year, the brand dropped a line of carbon-neutral, recycled undies that are entirely edgeless. I tried them out for myself and nearly forgot I was wearing them at all. Not only does Parade offer comfortable, eco-friendly underwear, but its website, like its Instagram profile, is simply refreshing....
Designed by a team based in Southern California, the Levoit Core 300 True HEPA Air Purifier works to provide high-quality filtration, and it works fast. In just 12 minutes, the air purifier can rid air of 99.97 percent of particles caused by wildfires and allergens like pollen, dust, and pet dander in rooms as large as 219 square feet. Once one air filtration cycle is complete, the purifier begins again, allowing up to five cycles to occur in an hour....
And as you look for other items too, keep in mind that a lot of decor like planters and rugs can feel on-brand when in the right color i.e. reds, greens, and golds, to name a few. Chances are, you’ll even be able to use a few of these year round—you just have to style it properly to ensure it blends well with other seasonal decor beyond December. As for now, we’re full steam ahead for the holidays, so browse our Christmas decor picks designed to make your front porch look cheery and elegant at a great price....
While I was never the biggest fan of leggings, the Syrinx High-Waisted leggings are the first I’ve found that check all the boxes for me. I previously struggled to find a pair that worked for my body type (I’m 5 feet 6 inches tall with an athletic build), and I often found myself sacrificing comfort—or having to wear sizes that were slightly off—just to get by. Not to mention, elastic waistbands that were either too tight or loose became the norm for me....
Painting accent walls or interior doors are small-scale ways to add a pop of paint to a space, but even these solutions can feel like too much sometimes. Meanwhile, painting just a door frame has the same bold impact as painting trim, but in a very small, concentrated area (and without the chore of moving all the furniture). Painting just the door frame can take minutes. Repainting it later (looking at you, renters) is a breeze....
Who: Stacey & Andre Blake Where: Fayetteville, North Carolina Stacey started her blog, Design Addict Mom, more than 12 years, ago, inviting readers into her family’s joyful abode. She loves, showing her colorful and plant-filled rooms, influenced by the, couple’s Jamaican roots. “Jamaican culture is just colorful,” she says. “[There’s] no distinction from country living to city living. We’re just a vibrant people.” The entry is bright pink with lots of equally bright art....
Luckily, Brussels sprouts are good for you, so the change of heart is totally justified. They’re chock-full of heart-healthy and anti-inflammatory compounds, plus antioxidants to boot. (Apparently, our parents were on to something.) Not convinced? Read on to learn about the most important health benefits of Brussels sprouts, according to research and registered dietitians. The Top Benefits of Eating Brussels Sprouts Brussels sprouts fight oxidative stress. According to registered dietitian nutritionist Annamaria Louloudis, MS, RDN, Brussels sprouts are rich in glucosinolates, which are antioxidant compounds mainly found in cruciferous vegetables....
Whatever your stance on loan forgiveness, the fact that this debt dominates a huge swath of the United States population is indisputable. And those who carry student debt aren’t only 22-year-old college grads; they’re also middle-aged and older adults. According to the report, adults under 30 years old are the largest group of borrowers (17.3 million people, who hold a collective $578 billion in debt), and 30- to 44-year-old Americans hold the largest amount of debt total ($823 billion total)....
These services vary greatly in how they operate: Some allow you to make your purchases through an app, with all transactions taking place on your phone. Others allow you to shop from a variety of available products in an online store. These services may offer one-time purchases, or they may operate as a subscription that delivers alcohol to you on a regular basis, such as every month or quarter....
One of my favorite things about moving to Texas is having an entire new world of places to see and things to do open to me. Everywhere we go there’s a new restaurant, a new park, and a new experience to be had. One of the places I had the chance to explore a bit this summer was Grapevine, Texas. Grapevine is just about twenty minutes from our new home and full of great things for kids and adults alike....
The cost of an above-ground pool with installation can range from $3,000 to $11,000, according to Home Guide, with the national average being $2,800. The cost largely depends on the size, brand, and any added features. The much lower price point isn’t the only benefit of an above-ground pool—they’re also safer for kids because of the shorter height. They come in different sizes to fit most backyards, and can be more easily moved....
The company surveyed over 5,000 U.S. adults about the importance of certain exterior home features in their home-buying decisions. Beating out always-popular porches and patios, windows snagged the top slots, with just over 19% of respondents naming the size of windows as the most important exterior item. As a close second, about 18% said the number of windows was a crucial factor. The presence of a porch or patio came next at 17%, followed by elements like roof shape and siding style....
Best Containers for Freezing Milk Canning Jars Select canning jars specifically approved for freezing (this is on the jar packaging). These Ball mason jars ($14, Target) are a good option. Use only wide-mouth glass jars as the jars with necks (regular mouths) are more likely to crack when the milk expands. Don’t fill jars to the top; leave about an inch of room for expansion. Ice Cube Trays Fill an ice cube tray with your milk....
So if there’s one thing that my skin needs in the spring, it’s a product that provides just the right amount of hydration without clogging my pores. The latest I’ve found that ticks all the boxes is Charlotte Tilbury’s Collagen Superfusion Face Oil, the newest product by the iconic beauty brand. Since getting my hands on the oil for a week, I’ve seen my face look more glowing, supple, and hydrated overall; I can’t wait to keep using it this spring....
“This list may not include all retail establishments that have received the recalled product, or may include retail establishments that did not actually receive the recalled product,” the FDA noted. The agency also pointed out that retailers may have repackaged bulk Old Europe Cheese items (that are now being recalled) into smaller containers and sold this repackaged product to consumers. This repackaged product may not bear the original labeling and product information, so consumers should contact their grocery store if they have specific questions or concerns....
There’s just something about serving up cute Christmas appetizers and treats during the holiday season. It’s like if something looks like a Christmas character, it tastes better. Case in point? These Grinch cupcakes and these melted snowman cookies. Oh and of course these reindeer brownie balls, they’re way better than the original brownie balls recipe simply because they look like reindeer! And it’s not just for kids – I’ve seen plenty of grown adults getting excited about Christmas tree cookies and Santa hat cupcakes!...
New England clam chowder (also known as Boston clam chowder) is creamy thanks to milk or cream, which gives it that recognizable white color. It’s thick and made with clams, potatoes, onions, and at times, includes salt pork. This soup is very popular in the Northeast and is often served or thickened with oyster crackers. On the other hand, the Manhattan clam chowder is strikingly different due to its red color....
Now is a good time to evaluate the content of your closet. One of the best ways to organize clothes in a closet is to keep clutter at bay by regularly going through items you can no longer use and donating them to charity. A tiered shelf stores shoes at the bottom of the cabinet, while sweaters and seasonal accessories are placed in baskets on the top shelf. To make it easier for kids to stick with your organization system, try this DIY closet organizer idea: Apply adhesive picture labels to the outside of the fabric bins....
“Coconut aminos are the fermented byproduct of coconut nectar, harvested from a coconut tree, combined with sea salt,” explains Kimberly Snyder, CN, New York Times bestselling author and founder of Solluna. “It’s an amazing alternative to soy sauce or tamari that’s a bit thinner and more watery, with a slightly sweeter and less salty taste, and an array of health benefits.” How healthy is coconut aminos? Unlike soy sauce, which is loaded with sodium and devoid of health benefits, coconut aminos contain a significant source of nutrients....
