Everyone knows that if you purchase a cabinet from Ikea, assembling it can often be compared to performing brain surgery. I mean no offense to surgeons, but seriously, this stuff is not for amateurs. So, if you are a glutton for punishment and have an eye for anything DIY, then this video will bring you …
These days any shelf that isn’t supported by it’s own weight is called a “floating” shelf. The terms, IMO, has been watered down. A real floating bookshelf is one that gives the appearance of truly floating where you can’t see what supports it or how it’s designed in any way. Usually the shelf is visible …
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We got lucky with a few things about our house when we bought it this year. None of them were the reason we bought it but we’re liking them. Specifically, it came with a sauna. I love that. It wasn’t a requirement but it’s sure nice. Another bonus about our house is the kitchen garbage …
What is the purpose of having a toolbox if it is not equipped with the tools you need? Whether you are working on a small project or a large job, you need to be able to put your hands on the tools you need, to get the job done. Your toolbox should contain not just …
As you work to outfit the rooms in your home with proper storage solutions, there is one out there that you might want to consider. Short shelves are all the rage these days. Yes, I know that tiny homes are where the majority of short shelving goes. That’s because, well, the homes are already so …
Floating shelves are a major buzzword in the world of modern home design. They look quite dreamy in images you see on Pinterest and Instagram. However, when it comes to real life, you can’t help but think about how dusty and cluttered your floating shelves will get wherever you place them. After having experienced the …
What’s the sense of having a pick up truck if you can’t store a bunch of stuff in it? That big, open truck bed is really just beginning for containers and boxes that allow you to store the items you really need. The type of storage container or truck toolboxes you get depends entirely on …
Ah, apple pie. A timeless classic that most of us grew up with and love. Whether you make yours from scratch or get it from the store, the truth is that most apple pie lovers will not be able to eat the whole dish in one sitting. With leftover deliciousness leaving your house smelling …
I know it’s not just me… Pizza tastes better the next day, right? Even if you don’t feel it quite as strongly as I do about this, I’m pretty sure you have had leftover pizza at some point, and that means the question has crossed your mind: How to store leftover pizza. Luckily for you, …
Pears are a seasonal fruit. You find them at the beginning of Spring, where markets are abundant with these juicy, delicious, sweet fruits. With the exception of eating them as they are, there are various other ways to enjoy them, from baking, stewing, making preserves to canning, etc. In these ways, you lengthen the …
Salmon is very healthy and great to include in anyone’s diet, specifically due to its high omega 3 fatty acid content. It is important to make sure the salmon is fresh when buying and to store it correctly. Raw salmon can be stored at room temperature for 2 hours, in the refrigerator for two …
The hall tree is a great piece of foyer furniture for keeping what is often a small space with high traffic organized. It can also be an entryway feature in itself. Many foyers and front halls don’t have a closet or a coat rack, so the next best option is a hall tree for a …
If you are anything like me, you have a difficult time determining what is a turnip and what is a radish. I will be honest; I am not a fan of either of them. I know many people love both radishes and turnips. They are a little more versatile than I give them credit for …
The jackfruit tree originated in the rainforests of India and is grown in a variety of places, including South America, Asia, and Africa. You can even grow jackfruit in your backyard if you want to. The tree produces a delicious tropical fruit known simply as jackfruit while the scientific name is Artocarpus heterophyllus and some …
Depending on where you live, you may not know a great deal about passion fruit. If you have not had the pleasure of experiencing it, I am sorry to hear that. If you have had passion fruit, then you already know what I am talking about. If you know about passion fruit, then stop reading …
Clams are an excellent bivalve seafood that you can easily add to any dish to make it even better. At the same time, clams are delicious to eat and can be cooked in many different ways. The key is that you have to store them properly, or they will go bad, and you cannot eat …
Cilantro is an amazing cooking herb that is healthy and matches well with a lot of dishes, so it’s good to know how you can store cilantro to make sure you’ll always have a supply for tasty cooking escapades. There are better ways of storing cilantro than just popping it directly in the fridge (you …
Storage units allow individuals and families to have a convenient means of temporarily storing personal belongings when moving between homes. Some people rent storage units to de-clutter their home, or to permanently store possessions. Are you an individual that likes to set up at trade shows, flea markets, or antique sales? Storage units that help …
Bananas are the ideal quick pick me up. There are a number of varieties of bananas that you can eat. They come in their own natural wrapping and are packed with health benefits. They are rich in vitamin C, which helps prevent tissue damage, increases collagen production, and improves brain health, apart from keeping away …
Butter has historically been a staple in all cultures — both ancient and modern. Whether you use ghee, hand-whipped butter, or vegan butter storing it well is essential to maximizing food dollars, cutting food waste, and making fewer trips to the grocery store. Knowing how to store butter at home is particularly useful, especially right …
Your eyes are one of your most important assets, not only when it comes to your looks but you need them to see everything around you. If you wear eyeglasses or prescription sunglasses, you know how lost you are if you can’t find them. Your eye doctor will more than likely give you instructions on …
Podcast Version With the planet cooking like a forgotten pot of mac and cheese while you were on the phone, people have been examining their consumption and food storage habits. Or at least making a good faith effort to: how many people have stacks of those reusable grocery bags that mysteriously never ever make it …
The glass vs Tupperware debate has been going on for decades. I struggle with this myself since I use both and find glass and Tupperware useful for various reasons. This makes it difficult to choose one over the other. Below is more information about both, so that you can decide for yourself which is better …
What is a floating shelf? A floating shelf is a shelf or shelves that do not have any supports such as legs stemming from the ground. Instead, they are built or anchored into the wall which gives them a “floating” appearance. Related: Small Bookcases | Leaning Ladder Shelf Ideas | Kitchens with Floating Shelves | Types …
Welcome to today’s gallery, a guide designed to help you choose the perfect wine rack for your home. FYI, a wine rack is a specific type of wine storage option. If you’re looking for general wine storage ideas, check out our wine storage ideas article or check out our amazing wine cellar photo gallery. We will …
Podcast Version Back when I covered The Drawer of Shame, I got into why our living spaces inadvertently get cluttered. Hell, I am looking at a mess that seems insurmountable right now: there are at least three online shopping packages that arrived a week ago which I didn’t open yet, tons of boxes from another …
You have just bought some potatoes or have just harvested your homegrown potatoes. Great! Now, you’re thinking of storing them for several months. Sure, they can last that long but you have to store them properly. This is why this article gives important tips on how best to store your potatoes. First of all, here …
Green-buttery-goodness, we’re smack in the middle of an avocado gold rush! It seems like anywhere you turn you can find some food, drink, or even a beauty product that contains avocados. Recipes for avocado toast have been featured in prolific publications like the New York Times. Even top beauty magazines praise the fruit’s ability to …
Parsley is a popular herb that enhances the flavor of any dishes. We all know that herbs are best eaten fresh, especially parsley. However, you can’t just keep on buying herbs every time you plan to use it for cooking. It’s more practical to buy a pack of fresh parsley and store it in your …
At times, some maintenance and repair jobs are so simple and straightforward that you don’t feel the need to call a professional. You can simply get the job done yourself. Whether you like to do small repair jobs at home yourself, or are a fan of do-it-yourself experiments, you probably own a bunch of basic …
Summer’s here, and those clearance events are in full swing at my favorite stores and having a July birthday means those birthday coupons and gift cards from friends arrive in tandem. This presents an incredible opportunity to get barrels of new clothes and makeup on the cheap. But I have a rule to attempt prevention of …
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If you live for pasta, are willing to have it for all three meals of the day, you will then like our suggestion to try spaghetti squash for a change. But what is spaghetti squash, you may wonder? Well, spaghetti squash is a bright yellow-orange vegetable that is typically harvested in the fall season. Known …
Also known as Pawpaw, papaya has been around for centuries. The yellow fruit originates from Mexico and Central America. However, it is cultivated in tropical regions all around the world. The papaya trees love direct sunlight and moisture and require well-drained soil to produce the sun-kissed fruits. Did you know that Christopher Columbus called papaya …
Yellow squash also referred to as “summer squash” holds a truly special place in American history. Do you know why? It is primarily because squash is believed to be native to the Americas where its remnants were found in great abundance in Mexico and Central America, going back as far as 7000 BC. Although it …
A lemon meringue pie is made using shortbread or shortcrust pastry, delicious lemon curd fillings, and a smooth, fluffy meringue on top. It is one of the most popular desserts in the world, so much so that August 15 is known as National Lemon Meringue Pie Day. It usually has about 302.8 calories and is …
Mentioned as the main ingredient of hummus kasa in a 13th Century Arabic cookbook, ‘tahini’ is a condiment or table sauce that is made from ground sesame seeds. But it wasn’t until 1940 that tahini became available in the local food stores in the United States. Primarily being used as a major component of hummus and baba …
When you hear the word ‘pecan,’ does your mind automatically attach the word ‘pie’ to it? Well, you aren’t the only one. Made from pecan nuts, the pecan pie is a heavenly delight that excites our taste buds with its alluring flavor. The popularity of this dessert has grown so much over time that a …
One can say with almost complete certainty that Bok choy is the most popular Chinese vegetable in the United States. Experts tell you that it is a type of Chinese cabbage; however, we could have sworn it is an exotic cousin of celery. Related: Turnip Substitutes | Broccoli Alternatives | Types of Lettuce | Types of …
On the face of it, buttercream is just a basic mixture of cream, butter, sugar, and flavoring of your choice. But if you look beyond the traditional American buttercream, you will find a whole new world of buttercream with lots of delicious variations, such as Swiss Meringue buttercream, Italian buttercream, and French buttercream. All of …
Just suppose that you baked a chocolate cake but forgot to add in sugar. Would you enjoy it? Probably not. Sugar is the most basic ingredient that gives desserts their coveted sweet and yummy flavor. Without it, no dessert in this world would be half as delectable. Sugar, no doubt, is the most essential baking …
An iris is a flower that grows from creeping rhizomes and — in some dry climates — from bulbs. They have a long and erect flowering stem that can be simple or branched. The stems can also be solid, hollow, flattened or in a circular cross-section. The iris flower usually has basal leaves. The flower …
For many of us, chocolate is the ultimate comfort food. Whether it is oozing out in a decadent and luxurious lava cake, drizzled on your ice cream sundae or simply in a candy bar, there’s nothing more heavenly for your taste buds. Studies have revealed that chocolate creates the same effect on the brain as …
There are few things as satisfying as biting into a freshly baked donut. Donuts offer the kind of warmth and comfort that nothing can come close to, especially when you eat them right out of the baker’s case, but that’s not always an option. Maybe you bought more than you can eat, or maybe you’re …
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Today’s market offers many different spice rack designs for storing all the different types of spices you should have on hand. Choosing the right one can add to or detract from the flow of your kitchen. When shopping for a spice rack, you will need to consider aspects like design, size, cost and location. To …
I don’t normally write about outdoor gear here but we recently got a hitch put on one of our vehicles for the purpose of buying a car bike rack. Our kids are now biking (and so am I again). There have been many times I wished we could haul all our bikes somewhere. When our …
Maple syrup is made from the xylem sap extracted from sugar, red or black maple trees. It can also be made from other maple species but they are harder to cultivate. In colder climates, the maple trees store starch in their roots and trunks right before winter. This starch is converted into sugars that mix …
The arrival of the growing season means more asparagus! If you like using asparagus in your dishes, finding different ways to store fresh asparagus becomes a priority. Without asparagus, your dish may be incomplete. Lucky for you, there is a range of ways to preserve your favorite vegetable — canning, pickling, freezing, drying, and salting. …