Kristin van Ogtrop's Blog, page 106
August 19, 2013
Elegant Wedding Tablescape from Loverly
When it comes to the table arrangements, don't feel like you have to use glass vases for the flowers. Think out of the box. 
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August 16, 2013
How to Fake Buttermilk
Want to make pancakes tomorrow morning? No buttermilk in sight? Here are two easy substitutions: lemon and milk: Place 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice in a liquid measuring cup. Add whole milk (low-fat versions are too thin) to reach the amount of buttermilk called for; stir and set aside for 5 minutes. yogurt and milk: Whisk together 3 parts plain yogurt […]
A Quick Fix for Flyaways
About to head out the door, only to notice a nimbus of flyaways throwing off your look? Try this emergency fix: Smooth a dryer sheet down your strands from roots to ends. You can also lightly spritz hair spray onto your brush and run it through your hair.
Should Your Bag and Shoes Match?
It used to be a hard-and-fast rule that one’s shoes and bag should always match, but rules were made to be broken. There is still a time and a place for the matchy matchy look (especially if you’re a devotee of the current ladylike trend), but in general, it’s just as chic–if not chicer–to create complementary pairings rather than turn […]
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August 15, 2013
Use Coffee to Win an Argument
You’ve probably heard the phrase “You’ll catch more flies with honey than with vinegar,” but if you’re trying to win an argument with a friend, coffee may be your best bet. According to research published in the European Journal of Social Psychology, moderate doses of caffeine (the amount in two cups of coffee) can make people more likely to change […]
13 Creative Bathroom Tile Ideas from Sunset.com
It’s amazing what new tile can do to a bathroom. It can completely change the look and feel of any space. Not that I am planning to re-tile my bathroom any time soon, but I’d love to add some of these ideas from our colleagues at Sunset.com to my “forever home” idea box. I especially like the hexagon mosaic tile […]
How to Save at the Dentist
If you’re trying to cram all those doctor’s appointments in before the kids head back to school, use this advice to save some dough on dental care. For regular checkups, visit a dental school. Most schools have clinics that treat patients (under the supervision of a dentist) for about 50 percent less. If you’re in need of a filling, consider […]
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