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Turn an Old Sheet into a Beach Blanket That Won’t Blow AwayIdea 2016. 6. 9. 00:33
When you go to the beach, you want a blanket that’s easy to clean off, can fit everyone, and won’t blow away in a little wind. With just a little work, you can turn an old sheet into a blanket that does all three. You can even use this tip to modify your existing beach towels so they stay put on the sand. You’ll need: ·A towel, blanket, or sheet ·4 feet of sturdy cord or rope ·4 tent stakes to k..
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Stick to a Capsule Wardrobe to Keep Costs Low and Choices SimpleIdea 2016. 6. 9. 00:31
We already know there are benefits to keeping your wardrobe simple. To save money while still giving yourself some flexibility, use the capsule wardrobe strategy when choosing which clothes to buy. As personal finance site Money Ning explains, a capsule wardrobe is simply a very small collection of versatile items that you love—not like, not thought was cute at the time, love. Each item should, ..
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A Quick Way to Chill Beer In a Hotel Room with No FridgeIdea 2016. 6. 8. 15:29
Reader Kyle sent in this method to chill beer if you’re on the road, would like a frosty drink, and of course, your hotel room doesn’t have a fridge. Just line up your bottles on the air conditioner unit, fire it up full blast, and give it about fifteen minutes. Surprisingly, that’s all it takes. Of course, this only works in hotel rooms that have those old school window-mounted air conditioners..
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These Wristbands and Pricey Gadgets Don’t Keep Mosquitoes From Biting YouIdea 2016. 6. 7. 19:38
Nobody likes mosquitoes, but the mosquitoes sure do love us. Spraying your skin with DEET, picaridin, or oil of lemon eucalyptus keeps them at bay, but stores are full of wristbands, candles, clothing, and other products that claim to repel bugs without those nasty “chemicals.” Some of them might help, but none are reliable. If you’re only worried about itchy bites, you might be okay with a part..
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Use an Ice Cream Maker Bowl to Quickly Chill WineIdea 2016. 6. 7. 19:14
Starting right about now, I make sure to always have the bowl of my ice cream maker in the freezer, so it’s always frozen and ready for action. In addition to making ice cream, it also works as a great impromptu ice bucket for chilling beverages. Just pull the bowl out, fill with water, and place your bottle of champagne, beer, soda or whatever down in there to get nice and frosty. When you’re d..
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The Computer Repair BriefcaseIdea 2016. 6. 7. 18:59
You don’t need as many accessories as you used to for a computer repair job, but that doesn’t mean you don’t need some specific instruments. Case in point, reader Mark Jordan’s briefcase, packed full of everything he needs. Here’s what’s inside the case (Jordan doesn’t mention the case name, nor does he mention what appear to be a couple of Grid-Its mounted on the inside): SATA to USB CableMoshi..
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RecycleHealth Helps You Donate Your Old Fitness TrackerIdea 2016. 6. 7. 18:49
Fitness trackers can help you reach your goals, if you have a plan to stay motivated...and if you can afford one in the first place. RecycleHealth, a program based at Tufts University, is collecting donated trackers to help with the second half of that equation. “What if those least likely to buy or afford wearables were actually the ones who would benefit most from their use?” the group asks. I..
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This Guide Helps You Shop for a Safe LubeIdea 2016. 6. 7. 18:43
If you’re using a personal lubricant, either for sexy times or for something mundane like inserting a menstrual cup, you probably aren’t thinking about whether it’s potentially unhealthy for you. But some lubes on the market are best left untouched—and not, as Gwyneth Paltrow’s GOOP suggested, because they’re “toxic.” “As long as you are not using KY Jelly, the other products with polyquaternium..