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A silver-haired woman in a teal top putting a folded multicolor stack of towels into a storage cube. Five Tips for Preventing Falls in the Elderly

Falling can be a huge risk for the elderly: according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , one in every three older adults…

Ginny and Lisa, both in black tops, in a kitchen with Ginny's brand small appliances. Lisa in the Test Kitchen

Meet Lisa! She tests our products in our test kitchen before we put them online and in our catalogs to make sure they meet our…

Three stacked bare bed pillows on a bare mattress. How to Wash Pillows

How often do you wash pillows? If you’re like us, you can’t remember the last time you put them in the washer for a good…

A cluttered storage area with garden items, tools, a sled, shoes, a file cabinet, and more. Four Simple Solutions for a Clutter Free Home

Clutter has a habit of creeping up on us. Our New Year’s resolution is always to declutter our house, and by February, the closets are…

Close-up of a person using a roller to paint a white wall a plum color. 11 Painting Tips and Tricks

Before you start your next paint job, check out these ten painting tips and tricks. After all, painting can be an intimidating, but rewarding, process.…

A clear glass bowl of Reindeer Food, next to a red plate of cookies and a glass of milk. Magic Reindeer Food Recipe

Experience the joy of Christmas with the kids this year with a magic reindeer food recipe. This super easy, three ingredient recipe isn’t for people–it’s…

Three sweater knit stockings with tassels hung on a fireplace mantel, filled with wrapped presents. Great Stocking Stuffer Ideas

‘Tis the season for Christmas cookies, crackling fires…and great stocking stuffer ideas! Make everyone on your list happy without breaking the bank. We found great stocking…

A large red Nesco brand electric roaster/slow cooker, filled with a whole turkey and bread stuffing. Three Ways to Cook a Turkey

Why come up with three different ways to cook a turkey? After all, we all have our tried-and-true family recipes and secrets handed down over…

Pumpkin pulp in a food processor, with pumpkin seeds in a bowl and empty cooked pumpkin shells in the background. How to Make Your Own Pumpkin Puree

The most delicious pumpkin pies in the world are always made with homemade pumpkin puree; that’s why we’re going to show you, step by step,…

A girl in a lavender top holding a purple ornament filled with rolled strips of paper. Ways to Show Gratitude

During the holidays, we’re always coming up with different ways to show gratitude so that we can let our family, friends, and community know how…

A red and white check mug on a red napkin, filled with Eggless Eggnog sprinkled with nutmeg. Eggless Eggnog

Eggless eggnog isn’t just a tongue-twister: it’s a simple and delicious way to make creamy, homemade eggnog. Eggless eggnog is perfect for anyone with egg…

Close-up of a woman tying a red bow onto a green wrapped present. How to Wrap Presents like a Professional

Have you ever looked at a beautifully wrapped present and wished you knew how to wrap presents like a professional? We did a little investigative…

A comforter set with a patchwork look of Christmas themes, a blonde Lab Retriever, and a live decorated tree. How to Prepare a Guest Room

With the holidays right around the corner, are you wondering how to prepare a guest room for friends and family? It’s important to create a…

An elderly woman wrapped in a knit blanket, adjusting a wall thermostat. Tips for Winterizing Your Home

With the fall chill in the air, we thought it might be a good time to compile some tips for winterizing your home. After all,…

Close-up of a round red ornament with a red tinsel garland on a live Christmas tree. 7 Must-Dos for a Perfect Christmas Tree

With the Christmas season right around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about a holiday staple: that perfect Christmas tree. While we all want…

A couple with a backdrop of a pine covered hillside, walking their Golden Retriever dog. The Surprising Benefits of Walking

You might think you understand the benefits of walking: it’s low impact exercise, and it’s obviously better than just sitting in a chair all day.…

A clear glass vase on a mantel filled with mini gourds, and surrounded by other gourds and silk bittersweet vines. Cozy DIY Fall Décor

When the weather gets cooler, we love finding ways to fill our home with easy fall decorations, even when we don’t have much extra time…

How to Vacuum Seal Food

Learning how to vacuum seal food is a handy trick with a lot of benefits for your kitchen. There’s really no better way to store…