The Zevo flying insect trap plugs right into an outlet and actually lures flying bugs to their demise. Instead of releasing toxic sprays or odors, the trap emits blue and UV lights in the back of the device, attracting the flies. Once they’re drawn to the light, there’s a sticky trap cartridge waiting for them, eliminating your pest problem with minimal effort on your part. To buy: $30 (was $38); amazon....
To buy: $11; amazon.com. Another bonus? They’re only $11 (making them just over $5 apiece), and require no assembly whatsoever. To put up these dividers, all you have to do is slide them over your shelves—et voila. The clamp on the bottom of the dividers will hold them steadily in place on shelves that are up to 0.875 inches thick, and they’re available in two height options so you can easily grab the taller version to keep bigger piles of clothing and linens in order....
The Bedsure linen sheet set is made from 100 percent French linen. The fabric is both breathable and cooling to create the best kind of sleep environment. The sheet set comes with a fitted sheet, a flat sheet, and two pillow cases, and you can choose to order it in twin, queen, king, or California king sizes in four neutral shades like beige and white. To buy: From $90 with coupon (was from $130); amazon....
So when I stayed at an Airbnb cabin over the winter that was stocked with the coziest teddy blankets I had ever experienced, I knew I had to get one immediately. I was bracing myself for how much one of these might cost me, but lo and behold, the tag read Room Essentials. (Yes, Room Essentials, as in the very affordable Target line most commonly associated with dorm room decor and starter apartments....
The Barefoot Dreams Cozychic Throw Blanket is made from ultra-soft microfiber that will keep you warm while remaining breathable. The fabric has a plush feel but it won’t shrink, pill, or wrinkle. Plus, it’s machine washable, making it a convenient pick to add to your home. The blanket measures 54 inches x 72 inches, so it’s large enough to curl up in comfortably. If you don’t look hard enough, you might miss this sale, since only select colors are discounted right now: camel, dark oak, chestnut, thyme, and white....
This DIY room spray kit from Wholesale Supplies Plus offers light notes of cashmere, sweet vanilla, and wood for a soft and inviting holiday home scent. The Cozy Cashmere Room Spray DIY Kit allows you to customize the strength of the fragrance by concocting the formula yourself. If you’re not much of a hands-on crafter, the room spray is easy to make in under 30 minutes. In order to enjoy the relaxing scent of woodsy vanilla, all you have to do is heat the unscented, paraben-free body splash base for 30 seconds in the microwave, mix 96 milliliters of the modifier and 24 milliliters of the fragrance oil in a mixing bowl, and let it sit for two minutes....
Sure, you could bake a cake from a mix or buy one from your local bakery. But shortcut cakes—even those beauties purchased pre-frosted and adorned with corner rosettes—just don’t taste that good. To be clear, presented with cake of any kind, I will eat it. Gratefully. But shortcut cakes are either too sweet for my taste or, sadly, a sugar-flavored vehicle for too-sweet frosting. That’s why I use this birthday cake recipe to customize my ideal cake....
Born in Indonesia and raised in Singapore, Gunawan knew she wanted a space that could accommodate frequent guests. “For me, I needed a guest room for when I have friends coming over from Singapore, but I also wanted the space to be useful when I didn’t have guests, instead of being limited to just a guest bedroom. I rarely drink alcohol and enjoy having people over for tea instead. I have tea and sweets with friends very often and decided to come up with the idea of a multifunctional space, one that could serve as a guest room but also as a flexible space to have tea with friends or read,” she explains....
The Mubin buffalo plaid rug may seem stylish, unassuming, and cute even, but it’s capable of keeping the dirtiest things from being tracked all around your home. And with prices starting at just $14, you can’t really go wrong. Several shoppers mentioned in reviews layering it beneath a wiry brown mat for extra coverage, but don’t get it twisted: It’s a sturdy rug all on its own. To buy: From $14; amazon....
“What customers love about working with our designers is that they can create multi-functional spaces—one example is building a wall bed into a home office. This allows for ‘zoom by day, guest room by night,’ which comes in handy when grandparents come to visit.” Another option: in a small space, like the side of a living room or guest room, this convertible desk (pictured) from California Closets’ The Everyday System can be adjusted to different heights....
For this recipe, chili powder adds a ton of flavor with a blend of garlic powder, dried oregano, and dried chilis. Chopped onion ensures that the patty is flavorful but not bland or dry. Finally, the burger is topped with lime mayo and sliced avocado. Once you try it alongside the seasoned potato wedges, you might never return to traditional beef burgers. 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon chili powder ½ teaspoon kosher salt ½ teaspoon black pepper 1 pound ground turkey (preferably dark meat) ½ cup finely chopped yellow onion ½ cup mayonnaise 1 teaspoon lime zest, plus 2 Tbsp....
Kindly, a new sustainable intimates label, created the world’s first plant-based bra after three years of research, testing, and going through 30 iterations of designs. Today, a variety of the eco-friendly bra styles are now exclusively available in stores and online at Walmart. Products range from classic T-shirt bras and wireless bras to casual bralettes. Each is made from at least 75 percent recycled material and includes bra cups that are more than 70 percent plant-based....
Maybe you have spent the past few decades saving or you haven’t given it much thought, but either way, it’s never too late. “If you are 10 years from retirement right now and have done no planning whatsoever, it is not too late to start,” says Ryan Cicchelli, founder of Generations Insurance and Financial Services. Cicchelli says he has helped plenty of people in this situation who were still able to start saving and get on track for their retirement goals....
A certificate of deposit (CD) is a type of savings account with a fixed interest rate and fixed time period. CDs typically have higher interest rates than other savings accounts—meaning you can get more out of what you put in—but they often require you to lock money in for a set period of time (often between three months and five years) and have an early withdrawal penalty. Depending on your individual goals and needs, CDs can be a great way to optimize your savings, or you may be better off opting for another option....
What Is an Ube? Ube, meaning tuber in Tagalog, is a purple yam originally from the Philippines. Different than the purple sweet potato, it has an even sweeter, more mellow taste than its orange relative. Ube has a slightly nutty, vanilla taste and is popularly used in desserts in Filipino cuisine, often boiled and then mashed with condensed milk. Is Ube Healthy? Ube is often confused with taro, another similar root vegetable, but the two are distinct....
Kwanzaa brings together traditions from all the major religions by focusing on meaningful gift-giving and communal feasts. The celebrations take place from December 26 to January 1 every year. Each of Kwanzaa’s seven days honors a different principle: Umoja (unity), Kujichagulia (self-determination), Ujima (collective work and responsibility), Ujamaa (cooperative economics), Nia (purpose), Kuumba (creativity), and Imani (faith). These principles are thought to have been crucial in the development of strong, productive African families across different countries....
To help with that effort, we’ve rounded up key points to bear in mind when embarking on child support negotiations—from top attorneys around the country. Because “the more information you have, the more prepared you will be to begin the process,” says Glen Levine, co-founder and senior partner at The Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine. But first, one more thing that isn’t on the list below, because why not just get it out of the way before diving into gritty details: Do your very best to check your emotions at the door....
I learned about this blacklisted phrase from my very first boss. She mentioned in passing that getting “no problem” or “no worries” in reply to any request irked her. Completely taken aback, I started to panic. I’d never heard this opinion before. I said “no problem” numerous times every day and thought I was being pleasant, professional, and obliging! Now I worried that I had been rubbing important people the wrong way without even knowing it....
