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My favorite part of any party is the food – more specifically, the hors d’oeuvres. They’re cute, easy to hold, and small enough that you can try a little bit of everything! So why not apply the concept to the rest of your meal and [...]

Whether you’re taking care of young children or living in a college dorm, there’s never a good time to get a cold. The stuffy nose, headache and coughing are unpleasant and prevent you from getting anything accomplished. While I take vitamin C and Zinc  to prevent a cold,  I’d love to try some of Intent’s [...]

This week is National Simplify Your Life Week.  So we’re bringing you a round-up of some of our best, simplest posts over the last year!
August 2008:  Organize your home redecoration project
September 2008: Drink more water for your health & to save money

October 2008: Shampoo your hair every other day
November 2008: Save time sorting dirty laundry
December [...]

Check out these DIY stain removal tips from Gal’s Guide.  You’ll be happy to have them as a reference the next time you have a spill.  I’ve made a list of everything you need to remove practically every type of stain. Take a look at the list & put together a little kit to make [...]

I recently read about the Al Dente Operatic Pasta Timer on The Kitchn and was immediately interested & amused.
But, I’ve got a cheaper (and more fun) way to make sure my pasta is al dente: throw it against the refrigerator. Simply scoop a single noodle out of the pot and toss it lightly against [...]

If you’ve seen the movie 27 Dresses, you know that brides can choose pretty hideous dresses for their bridesmaids. That’s why I was thrilled when my brother’s fiance told me I could pick my own dress – something I felt comfortable in and liked, but that also fit the bride’s specifications.
In order to aid in [...]

I used to spend a bundle on beauty products, but have replaced some of my frequent buys with homemade beauty concoctions.  Here are two of my favorites:
1. Homemade Facial Mask: What girl doesn’t love a good mask? I have dry skin, especially during the winter, and this mask has done wonders for me this season! [...]