Kristin van Ogtrop's Blog, page 25
June 2, 2014
A DIY Hack for Small Bathrooms
Need a space to hang dripping-wet swimsuits, lingerie, and other dryer-adverse delicates? While a drying rack ($40, bedbathandbeyond.com) is great if you have the space for it, not all of us are blessed with square footage. If your bathroom space is limited, try this clever reader new use from Olga B. on Twitter: Simply add a second shower rod! 2nd […]
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May 30, 2014
How to Store Fresh Herbs
Most bunches of herbs sold at the supermarket yield much more than the average recipe will call for. 
How to Complain Using Social Media
The days of sitting on hold waiting or a company’s customer service rep to assist you are over. Nowadays, the best way to get a company’s attention when trying to remedy a problem is to take to social media. But shooting off an angry tweet or writing an emotional Facebook post won’t guarantee you’ll get the help you need—or that […]
A Site That Simplifies Your Travel Planning
Love travelling, but hate the puzzle that is itinerary planning? Look no further than JoGuru.com. Why it’s great: Because it’s an easy-to-use travel site that lets you create free custom itineraries, whether you want to go park hopping in Orlando, back-packing through Bangkok, or church gazing in Rome. Who’s behind it: Travel junkies Praveen Kumar, Saket Newaskar, and Karthik Ramachandra, […]
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May 29, 2014
What to Wear to an Interview
We can't stop by and pluck the perfect outfit for your interview out of your closet, but we can offer a few pointers.
How to Raise Safe, Self-Confident Kids
Any parent will tell you that the safety of their children is always a top priority—hence the collection of knee pads, shin guards, and helmets littering closet and garage floors. But is there such a thing as too much safety? There is and, contradictory as it sounds, it can even be dangerous. Child psychologist Lawrence Cohen, Ph.D., author of The […]
10 Fantastic Family Beach Trips from Coastal Living
Summer is here and the beaches are open! But, not sure where to take the family this year? Our colleagues at Coastal Living have pulled together 10 destinations that they say make family travel a breeze. From pink-sand beaches to amazing resorts, this list will please both young and old. To see all 10 trips, click here. And, start packing! […]
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