Got a lot of party leftovers? Or a bunch of fruits and vegetables from the Farmer’s Market that need to stay fresh for a salad you plan to prepare in the middle of the week? Here are some ways to store food properly so that the flavors and texture stay intact.
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What to look for in a pillow
It’s true: a good mattress is crucial for getting restful, healing sleep. But don’t forget to invest in a good pillow, too! Choosing the right pillow can prevent cricks in the neck, and contribute a great deal to your comfort—and after a long day at work, you certainly deserve it! Here are some things to [...]
Tips for storing holiday decorations
The holidays are, alas, over—and it’s time to pack the lights, ornaments and other holiday decor. With a few simple steps, you’ll be able to save space, keep your holiday decor in mint condition, and (most importantly!) be able to find what you need next year.
Edible flowers that are easy to grow
Do you love gardening? Why not try growing edible flowers? Many cake decorators and chefs will “spice” up their dishes with flowers that not only look pretty but can be safely consumed (which is more than we can say for poinsettias, which are poisonous—but we digress). Here are some edible flowers you may want to [...]
How to save money on Christmas decorations
You don’t have to spend a fortune on Christmas decorations to make your home look festive. Here are some great ways to save on Christmas decorations—we promise that none of them involve using a glue gun or making tacky cotton-ball santa beards.
Tips for mailing cookies
Emails are nice, but you can’t “attach” a box of cookies to your mail. So if you’re baking cookies for relatives and friends, and can’t hand deliver them, you’ve got to resort to old-fashioned mail. Luckily there are many cookies that can survive the distance and taste just as good as they were the day [...]
Benefits of using a memory foam mattress
Memory foam mattresses have become increasingly popular in the market. This technology was developed decades ago by NASA for their space program, but as with other technologies they have developed it gained other but the actual health benefits of using a memory foam mattress has only become more popular over the last few years. Below [...]
How hygienic is your kitchen?
The kitchen is a hotbed for bacteria and germs that multiply in the damp and microscopic particles of raw meat and blood. While most professional kitchens follow strict safety standards, only we can supervise the hygiene levels in our own homes—where we prepare food for our own children. Here are some tips on making sure [...]
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Laundry guide for toys and kids’ gear
Chocolate stains on your son’s carseat. Grimy basketball nets. Slimy bath toys. This is the messy reality of parenting. Toys, especially the ones that your kids use frequently, will start to get so dirty that you’re half-afraid that there’s an alien colony breeding in your child’s room. Here are some tips on how to launder [...]
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