Turn an Old Sheet Into a Beach Blanket That Won’t Blow Away
When you go to the beach, you will need a blanket that is easy to peel off, suitable for everyone, and won’t get blown away […]
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Why You Shouldn’t Chop Nuts Straight From the Oven
Your food processor is a great tool for making freshly roasted peanut butter, but tossing roasted almonds or peanuts into a bowl straight from the […]
Continue reading »Stick to a Capsule Wardrobe to Keep Costs Down and Make Choices Easier
We already know that there are benefits to having a simple wardrobe . To save money while still retaining some flexibility, use a capsule wardrobe […]
Continue reading »Summer of Design Returns, Teaches You Design Basics for Free in 12 Emails
As you practice design, you never learn enough. Designer David Kadavi’s 12-week e-course Summer of Design, based on his book Design for Hackers , is […]
Continue reading »Fast, Fast Facebook Client Got a Huge Update
Android: A few years ago we introduced a handy little Facebook client called Fast . The Fast received a big update earlier this month with […]
Continue reading »Financial Literacy Alone Will Not Solve Your Money Problems
If you weren’t born into wealth, you’ve probably dealt with money problems. Financial problems can be a problem, and “financial literacy” is the best solution […]
Continue reading »Water-Cooled Glass-Top Workspace for Experienced and Co-Pilots
On the Battlestations subreddit, Sarn shared this beautiful setup with nearby computers on a custom open-top table with LEDs for you to see from the […]
Continue reading »Make an Effective DIY Mosquito Repellent With Lemon Eucalyptus Oil
If you don’t want to use DEET to repel mosquitoes, lemon eucalyptus repellents do a really good job. Here’s a way to make your own […]
Continue reading »Rest of the Day: Twitter for Android Gets a New Look and Feel
Twitter for Android has a nice new design today that makes site navigation a little more enjoyable. In other news: Swarm adds perks to encourage […]
Continue reading »Most Physically Active Jobs in the USA
If you’re looking for a job that keeps you moving and in shape, these are the 27 most physical jobs you can find in the […]
Continue reading »A Quick Way to Chill Beer in a Hotel Room Without a Refrigerator
Reader Kyle sent this method to chill beer if you’re on the go, want a cold drink, and of course your hotel room doesn’t have […]
Continue reading »Spotlight: What I Do As a Parks and Recreation Director
Park management for an entire city is much more than just mowing a lawn. The Parks and Recreation Department maintains the city’s public spaces, organizes […]
Continue reading »The Counterintuitive Path to Happiness: Focus on What Makes You Unhappy
Trying too hard to be happy is a one- way ticket to disappointment . The trick is to focus on what’s upsetting you and work […]
Continue reading »Build Your Own Voltmeter Using Arduino
Voltmeters are not that expensive , but it’s always more fun to create your own devices. YouTube DIYer Educ8s builds a cheap voltmeter for less […]
Continue reading »We Have a Natural Bias to Try to Earn More Instead of Saving More, Even When It Doesn’t Make Sense.
If you need money, it’s natural for most of us to figure out how to make more money. In an article for Scientific American, behavioral […]
Continue reading »Paper, an IOS Drawing and Note-Taking App, Makes Navigation Easier and Adds Search
iOS: Paper is one of the best drawing apps on iOS , and recent updates have added the ability to write to-do lists and other […]
Continue reading »What Not to Do If You Want to Be Productive
Productivity can be about getting things done, but it turns out that not doing things is just as important. In her blog, Jocelyn C. Gley […]
Continue reading »Flatbook for Chrome Gives Facebook the Simple, Ad-Free Layout We’ve Always Wanted
Chrome: Flatbook (formerly Facebook Flat) has been around for a while, but when a developer let us know about some of the changes he was […]
Continue reading »Four Frozen Protein Smoothies to Make the Perfect Popsicles After Your Workout
The days of hot, sweaty workouts have arrived. It’s time to replace your boring protein bar and sip of warm water after your workout with […]
Continue reading »Crisis Text Line Is an Anonymous 24/7 Consulting Service
When it is difficult to tell someone in person about a mental health problem, you can use the services of Crisis Text Line, a 24/7 […]
Continue reading »Finding Work-Life Balance With the Four-Torch Theory
One way to think about work-life balance issues is to use a concept known as the Four Burners Theory. This is how it was first […]
Continue reading »Beware of the “productivity Cost” Trap
It’s nice to do things , but sometimes we fool ourselves into thinking that we are doing tasks that are not really very important – […]
Continue reading »11 Useful Things You Can Do With Paper Clips
There are many staples, they are cheap and useful for more than just stapling paper. This video shows several different ways to use paper clips […]
Continue reading »Make Aromatic Spicy Sangria With Cardamom and Ginger
We’re fast approaching sangria season, but not all chilled wine options are created equal. Instead of making a syrupy sweet alcoholic fruit cup, give your […]
Continue reading »Eight Foam Rolling Techniques to Relax Muscles
To the untrained eye, rolling with foam can be extremely uncomfortable (just watch someone rolling their glutes or hip flexors). However, for those who know […]
Continue reading »New FICO Car Rating May Make It Easier to Get a Good Car Loan
Past financial mistakes can linger on your credit report for a long time and make your life difficult in many ways . FICO sometimes tries […]
Continue reading »Morning Coffee Doesn’t Ruin Your Financial Future.
When you live paycheck to paycheck, everyone (including you) loves to blame the smallest expenses for their financial woes. However, you’ll find it harder than […]
Continue reading »Why You Shouldn’t Worry If You Have Not Been Successful in Your Art by Age 30
We love stories of people who have achieved success at a young age. The world’s Mark Zuckerbergs become heroes, while the rest of us feel […]
Continue reading »Thanks for the Arguments – This Is a Master Class on Contemporary Rhetoric
Information does not allow you to win disputes; they are resolved by rhetoric , the art of persuasion. In Thanks for the Argument, author Jay […]
Continue reading »Computer Repair Briefcase
You don’t need as many accessories as you used to to repair computers, but that doesn’t mean you don’t need any special tools. A case […]
Continue reading »Convert an Unwanted Scarf Into a Trendy Kimono Jacket
If you have a large, thin scarf that you no longer wear, turn it into a kimono-style blazer that you get. It takes less than […]
Continue reading »Rest of the Day: You Can Now Post Directly to Instagram From Other IOS Apps
Instagram is finally using iOS extensions so you can post photos without even opening Instagram. But then you won’t be able to play with all […]
Continue reading »Essential Accessories Needed in a Basic Home Cleaning Set
There are endless amounts of cleaning products, but you don’t need to spend a fortune to keep your home looking beautiful. This is the only […]
Continue reading »Make Keeping Secrets a Little Easier by Expanding Your Understanding of Honesty
Keeping secrets often feels like a lie of omission, and it puts psychological pressure on you. To reduce the burden on yourself, expand your understanding […]
Continue reading »Four Ways to Cut Back on Repeat Emails
Email. I can’t live with it. Without it, it is impossible to do your job. I’m right? We sent over 2.5 billion emails last year. […]
Continue reading »Microsoft Launches Planner, a Trello-Style Project Management Tool
Microsoft Planner, a new tool that helps teams track and collaborate on projects, launched today for Office 365. Planner lets you organize projects, share files, […]
Continue reading »WebViewScreenSaver Turns Any Website Into a Screen Saver on Mac
Mac: Screensavers aren’t as fun as they used to be , but if you want to make a difference, WebViewScreenSaver lets you use any website […]
Continue reading »Ask Lifehacker About Anything
It’s that time again! The Lifehacker staff are here to dine, so raise your chair, rekindle your curiosity, and ask us anything. Whether you’re looking […]
Continue reading »RecycleHealth Helps You Donate Your Old Fitness Tracker
Fitness trackers can help you reach your goals if you plan to stay motivated … and if you can afford it in the first place. […]
Continue reading »Limitations of Positive Thinking
Positive thinking and the pursuit of happiness are common goals associated with self-improvement. They seem to be becoming more common in corporate culture as well, […]
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