Kristin van Ogtrop's Blog, page 47
March 18, 2014
A Quick Way to Test Your Posture
Wouldn’t it be nice to know exactly the right way to sit at your desk to prevent eye strain, back soreness, and other symptoms of poor posture? Not everyone has the luxury of an ergonomics department at their office—but fear not. There’s an easy way to test your workplace set-up without the help of a professional. To establish good posture at […]
The 12 Best Apps for Remodelers from Remodelista.com
Spring is upon us—bring on the warmer temperatures, blooming flowers, and pastel colors! It’s almost time to put away those heavy coats, break out the warm weather gear, and indulge in a bit of spring cleaning in the process. But if you’re taking on a much bigger project, like remodeling a portion or your entire home, Remodelista.com can help. They’ve […]
Reflections on Real Simple’s Beauty and Balance Weekend
Real Simple hosted its first (hopefully yearly) “Beauty and Balance” weekend this past Saturday through Sunday. The event was held at the Andaz hotel in New York City and included everything from healthy cooking demonstrations, to yoga classes, to—my favorite—beauty treatments (including mini-styling sessions courtesy of the Ricardo Rojas salon, makeovers courtesy of BeneFit cosmetics, and manicures courtesy of Sally Hansen). […]
Today’s Thought
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March 17, 2014
A Natural Way to Clean Garden Tools
Now’s the time to begin prepping for gardening weather. To clean your rusty tools naturally, try black tea. That’s right: Black tea is strong enough to help scour dirty trowels, shears, and the like. Simply brew a few pots and allow time to cool. Next, pour the tea into a bucket and soak the tools for a few hours. Then, […]
A Map of America’s Favorite Books
Looking for a new book? See what your neighbors are reading with this fun map, brought to you by the e-book start-up Scribd and The Washington Post. Scribd tracked the reading habits of their 80 million monthly readers in all 50 states to find which books are most popular, relatively speaking. (Note: These aren’t the absolute most popular books of […]
How to Clean Copper Pots
Your shiny new kitchen accessory looks a little less lovely once it's been used. To maintain the pot's luster even after repeated usage, avoid the dishwasher (yes, even if the manufacturer says it’s dishwasher-safe). Temperature fluctuations and harsh detergents can dull and damage the finish of cookware over time.
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March 14, 2014
Easy Outfit Idea: Boyfriend Jeans
A few simple tricks can make even intentionally rumpled-looking pieces feel proper and polished. To pull this look together, start with a pair of “boyfriend”-cut jeans (styles that are relatively slim-cut will be the most flattering) and add a layering tee. Whip these slouchy basics into stylish shape by pairing them with tailored and ladylike accessories, like a blazer, pointy-toed […]
Happy Pi Day!
Today is March 14… also known as 3.14, National Pi Day! If your love of geeky math puns intersects with your passion for pie, whip up one of these easy recipes to celebrate: Lemon Cream Pie Cheeseburger Skillet Pie Mud Pie Chocolate Fudge Pie Raspberry Buttermilk Pie Cottage Pie Blueberry Pie Vegetable Shepherd’s Pie Sour-Cream Apple Crumb Pie Coconut Custard […]
