Kristin van Ogtrop's Blog, page 148
April 3, 2013
Smart Product: Little Green Pouch
If you are a parent, or you have friends with kids, or if you’ve been to a Starbucks or grocery store recently, you’ve likely seen these little pouches. For my friends with kids they are a lifesaver. Nothing seems to pacify a hungry toddler more quickly. But these Little Green Pouches are different from the ones that you’ll find in [...]
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April 2, 2013
No Panini Maker? No Problem!
This is one from the Real Simple archives! If you don’t have a panini press, (they take up lots of counterspace), you can easily hack a sandwich press by using a heavy canned good and a small salad or dessert plate. You might not get those satisfying grill marks, but no doubt the hot, melty sandwich will more than make [...]
2 Ways to Make Your Eye Shadow Last Longer
Whether or not you like to go this bold with your eye shadow, there are two ways to make your hue last longer. 1. Prime your lid: This doesn’t mean you have to buy a new product. If you already use a concealer that’s not oily, use this to prime your eyelids. It will help the shadow stay put. 2. [...]
How to Pay Your Taxes Over Time
If you can’t pay off all the taxes you owe in one go this year, sign up to pay them off in installments instead. Start by sending in as much as you can afford with your tax return, and then visit the IRS.gov section on payments and installments to set up a plan. The downside? It will cost you $105 [...]
Use This Moving Trick for More Organized Storage
If you’re looking for a clever way to store items in your home when you’ve run out of closet space but don’t want display everything on open shelving. Steal this trick from when you’re moving. Organize your belongings into sleek containers like these boxes from Ikea. Then add numbers on the outside. The final trick? Make a list of what [...]
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April 1, 2013
35 Ways to Love Asparagus from Huff Post Taste
When I think of spring vegetables, asparagus is one of the first that comes to mind. And according to our friends at Huff Post Taste, asparagus is the “star of the spring season.” So in honor of the new season, I recently bought this versatile vegetable and now I need some ideas on how to prepare it. I am a creature of habit [...]
How to Salvage a Soaked Suede Jacket
It’s April, which means spring showers will be here shortly. You know you’re not supposed to wear suede in the rain—but it’s so tempting! The material is ideal for this in-between weather. So here’s a 3-step plan to follow should your favorite suede garment accidentally get soaked. 1. Let the jacket dry fully at room temperature. Be patient! This can [...]
Have You Fallen for Any April Fools’ Day Jokes?
Today is a day loved by some (pranksters) and hated by others (no-nonsense types). And the internet has only made April Fools’ Day more hilarious/obnoxious depending on how you feel about the holiday. Google always has a few clever “new products” on April 1st. This year they’ve announced Google Nose and Gmail Blue. We’ve also gotten a few bogus press [...]
