Updated: July 26, 2019 Does your bread go stale or moldy before you can eat it all? Freezing your bread will keep it fresh for 3-6 months. Whenever you want to eat it, you can thaw it in the refrigerator, or pop a slice directly in the toaster. Whether you are a home baker, or have just purchased too many rolls from the supermarket, freezing your bread will make sure your bread loaves

Updated: July 26, 2019 You can easily slice cheese in wedge or block form. When cutting cheese wedges, you should remove the wax rind, cut soft cheeses lengthwise, slice hard cheeses width-wise, and chop blue cheese on an angle. For slicing cheese blocks, cut them into small triangles, slice logs into coins, or chop them into even cross-section slices. Grab the proper knife, make your

Updated: August 17, 2019 After a breakup, it’s normal to feel caught up in the past. Moving on might seem like a difficult feat, so just focus on taking baby steps. Immediately after your breakup, take care of yourself so your broken heart will start to mend. Then, you can focus on working through your emotions and building your independence. When you’re ready, begin dating again with

Updated: July 26, 2019 Whether it is to present a gift or store your items, making your own bag is a great way to save money and recycle. A t-shirt bag is 1 of the easiest that you can make, because it does not involve any sewing. If you want to get more crafty, however, you can try a simple draw-string pouch or a handled tote bag!

Updated: August 16, 2019 Curly hair can be fun and flirty, but if your hair is naturally straight, you might think you have to use damaging heat to get the curls you crave. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to get curls without using heat! Pin curls have been used for decades to get curly hair without heat, and they’ll work on any hair length. You can also try cold rollers to style your

Updated: July 26, 2019 Recycling is often associated with collecting and reusing paper, plastic, and glass. But you can also recycle your clothes! You may think it would be easier to simply discard unwanted clothing, but clothes can clog up landfills and harm the environment, too. Whether you donate, swap, sell, or repurpose, no matter what condition your clothing items are in, there is

Updated: July 26, 2019 Explore the world of color by making your own color wheel. This project is great for kids who are learning how to create colors, as well as artists who are learning more about color relationships. You can customize your wheel by using your favorite medium and mixing your own hues, tints, and shades. Then, you can use the wheel as a reference for future art

Updated: August 13, 2019 If your shower gives you a trickle of water that doesn’t rinse off the soap on your body, you may be dealing with low water pressure. It’s a frustrating problem, but it’s one that is often easy to fix. The water pressure you receive depends on a couple of factors, including your home’s location and plumbing. Check your showerhead and home plumbing first. If the

Updated: August 8, 2019 It can be a bummer when you get something online and it doesn’t meet your expectations. Luckily, Amazon makes returning your items fairly easily. First, you need to process the refund online so that you can get a replacement or your money back. Then, you need to package and ship the item back to finalize the return. If you ordered directly from Amazon and it’s

Updated: July 26, 2019 IKEA furniture is stylish and inexpensive, but sometimes, nothing beats a piece of upholstery that looks well-worn and well-loved. Because IKEA furniture tends to look modern and inexpensive, it doesn't always have a vintage feel, so your new furniture may not fit your home's aesthetic. By remodeling your furniture to make it look worn, you can match your IKEA