Kristin van Ogtrop's Blog, page 137
May 3, 2013
Today’s Thought
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Published on May 03, 2013 04:30
May 2, 2013
Cut Down on Dinner Prep Time with a Toaster Oven
Do you have a toaster oven? Forever ago, I blogged about how I thought it was one of the few appliances that was worth the counter space in a small kitchen—an opinion I stand by. In my apartment, because it’s a Brooklyn rental, the oven is less than stellar. I’m never actually sure if it is hot enough even though [...]







Published on May 02, 2013 14:45
3 Easy Style Updates
Sometimes, staying ahead of the game in fashion isn’t about dreaming up something completely new, but re-imagining the classics. Here are three easy wardrobe upgrades perfectly suited to the warmer weather that will bring your look up-to-date. 1. Classic Pumps in fresh metallics: A shape you’ll recognize, but in a bright and shiny new material. 2. Plastic Jewelry that looks anything [...]







Published on May 02, 2013 11:15
Decorating Tips for Your Living Room, Bedroom, and Office
Do you love Ballard Designs? So do we, and we were excited to partner with them to share some of our favorite decorating tips in the creation of three different rooms: a family-friendly living room, an office-guest room combo, and bedroom with lots (and we mean lots) of storage. Our senior home market editor Kelley Carter designed the rooms and [...]







Published on May 02, 2013 08:15
Today’s Thought
Get the daily thought in your inbox. See more inspiring quotes on our Pinterest board. What’s Hot on RealSimple.com 10 Painless Changes You Can Make for a Green Home 11 Cool Water Bottles Haircut Ideas for Any Age Filed under: Daily Thought







Published on May 02, 2013 04:30
May 1, 2013
A New Use for Mesh Citrus Bags
Last week I bought a dwarf Meyer lemon tree to live in my kitchen. I’ve wanted one for a long time, and I was so excited when it finally arrived. Yesterday, I bought the pot to plant it in. When I got home, I realized that the drainage hole in the bottom of the pot was too large for the [...]







Published on May 01, 2013 11:20
Wednesday Trivia: The Best Country to be a Mom
Mother’s Day is fast approaching…which got us wondering: Where do moms have it best?According to Save the Children’s State of the World’s Mothers Report, the United States is only the 25th best country in the world to be a mom. (That’s six spots better than it ranked last year. I’m a bit surprised. Are you?) Norway took the number one spot, [...]







Published on May 01, 2013 08:00
Today’s Thought
Get the daily thought in your inbox. See more inspiring quotes on our Pinterest board. What’s Hot on RealSimple.com 22 Outdoor Decor Ideas 15 Beautiful Bridesmaid Dresses 17 Great Books You Won’t Be Able to Put Down Filed under: Daily Thought







Published on May 01, 2013 04:30
April 30, 2013
According to Science: Koozies Do Keep Drinks Cold
Before you start using that koozie (or cozy depending on where you’re from) as a fruit protector as we’ve shown here, check out this study via Lifehacker that shows a koozie actually does keep your drink cold. Not only does it insulate the can against rising temperatures, it prevents condensation from forming on the outside of the can, which makes [...]







Published on April 30, 2013 19:15
How to Serve the Perfect Amount of Pasta
The serving size on boxes of spaghetti can be a bit ambiguous. How many people will two ounces serve and how do you easily measure two ounces anyway? If you're constantly guessing how much pasta to cook and then packing away the leftovers, this surprising household item may make pasta night a little easier. 







Published on April 30, 2013 14:40