Category Archives: how-to
i’m getting (kinda’) good at this hair thing
While all of my friends were doing their cute messy buns, fishtail braids and twisty thingies, I’ve been rockin’ the same ‘do for what seems like forever. I was never any good at the execution. But lately, I’ve come across … Continue reading
easy last-minute pop-culture costume ideas
Is it me or does Halloween seem to sneak up on you every year? I always find I’m scrambling at the last second to pull something together, but it usually works out for the best. All it takes is a … Continue reading
a different way to hard “boil” your eggs
Which in fact, isn’t boiling at all, hence the quotations. Hard-boiling isn’t difficult, but I think popping them in the oven at 325 degrees F/163 degrees C for 25-30 minutes and an ice bath immediately afterwards is a little simpler (less … Continue reading
what to do with leftover herbs
Unless you grow your own herbs, you probably know that when you buy them fresh at the market, they always seem to come in such a large bunch. More than one knows what to do with! There really are plenty … Continue reading
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how to break in your shoes in less than 2 minutes
My new flats were a bit too tight in the toes. So I tried this incredibly simple and neat trick from The Observer via Lifehacker for stretching out the area. And guess what? It worked! Put on socks and slip … Continue reading
