Keep Your Sleeping Bag in Good Condition by Hand Washing in the Tub
If you’ve ever had to machine wash your sleeping bag, you know the damage it can cause. Luckily, a bath and gentle hand washing are […]
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Six Healthy Snacks to Eat While Playing
Pizza Buns, Potato Chips, and Hot Pockets, washed down with Mountain Dew, can numb that rumbling stomach, but these foods probably won’t do you any […]
Continue reading »Clean Your Grill Quickly With a Steam Cleaner
Is your grill a little dirty from all that delicious summer barbecue? If you have a steam cleaner, you only need a few minutes to […]
Continue reading »Delete Old IPhone ICloud Backups to Free up Space
Backing up your iPhone or iPad to iCloud is a good idea, but when you update your phones, you might end up with multiple backups, […]
Continue reading »Correct Hand Position for Better Push-Ups
While wide-grip push-ups are legal exercise, many of us spread our arms too wide for the wrong reason – and end up with a less […]
Continue reading »Which Squeezing Method Gives You the Most Lemon Juice?
From flavoring water to grilling fish or preparing a lightly seasoned green salad , there are many situations in the kitchen that call for freshly […]
Continue reading »Karma Go, the LTE Version of the Awesome Pay-As-You-Go Hotspot, Is Here
There are many great mobile hotspots out there , but if you don’t want to subscribe to a monthly plan – say, if you only […]
Continue reading »Freeze Leftover Tomato Paste in Prepared Spoons
In recipes that require tomato paste, you usually need a small amount, perhaps a tablespoon or so. This leaves you with a surplus of pasta, […]
Continue reading »Decide How Much Home You Can Afford With the 25% Rule
One big lesson we’ve learned from the housing crisis: Don’t buy more homes than you can afford. There are several rules for determining this amount, […]
Continue reading »Ideal Temperature for Beer, Coffee and Other Drinks
Depending on how cold or warm the drink is, it tastes differently. Temperature can affect flavor and aroma, and this infographic shows the ideal serving […]
Continue reading »Google Will Finally Start Dividing YouTube and Google+
Long ago, Google required anyone commenting on YouTube to have a Google+ profile. This made a lot of people very angry and considered a bad […]
Continue reading »Make Your Own Handle for Maximum Table Saw Safety
Push rods are essential for the safety of the table saw. They keep your hands and fingers away from the wood to be cut and […]
Continue reading »Five Fitness Worldviews: How to Stay Rational When You’re Frustrated
We like to think that we are rational, but we are not. Many factors affect your decision-making ability, including your emotional state. Here’s how to […]
Continue reading »Create Custom-Named Places in Google Maps for Android
Do you have a favorite spot in the nearby park to sit and read? Want to add locations to your map that aren’t in Google’s […]
Continue reading »Add an Olla Pot to Your Garden and Let It Water
A blooming garden takes a lot of time and effort. Ola, a ceramic pot that you bury in your garden bed, will help you spend […]
Continue reading »Make the Perfect Ice Cream Sandwiches From Disposable Cups
The old ” sawing off ice cream slices while it’s still in a pint ” is one of the oldest ice cream tricks in the […]
Continue reading »Introduce Friends to Each Other to Make Everyone Happier
Even if you have an active social circle, chances are that you know someone on the periphery who is a little more lonely. Meeting other […]
Continue reading »Arrow Launcher Is an Action-Based Android Launcher From Microsoft
Android: The variety of alternative launchers is one of the main advantages of Android. While we might not have expected this from Microsoft, the company […]
Continue reading »Focus on Completing Multiple Tasks Correctly, Rather Than Filling Out a to-Do List
The more items you check on your to-do list, the more productive you will be, right? In fact, this may not be the case. If […]
Continue reading »Pwd.sh Is a Command Line Only, GPG Encrypted Password Manager
Whether you are constantly at the command line at runtime, or simply prefer terminal windows to heavier applications, pwd.sh gives you the ability to manage […]
Continue reading »The Best Lessons of the Life of Edward R. Murrow
Edward R. Murrow was a broadcasting giant and helped promote television as a news broadcasting medium. He relentlessly pursued the truth and managed to withstand […]
Continue reading »The Truth About Bottled Water Shelf Life (and How Water Goes Bad)
Bottled water is sold with an expiration date on the label, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you can’t drink it after it’s expired. This video […]
Continue reading »IShows 2 Records Your Favorite TV Shows
iPhone: We loved the original version of iShows when it launched because it made it easy to track all the TV shows you wanted to […]
Continue reading »Simple Rules of Thumb for Wall Decoration
If you’re not design savvy, you might not know where to start when it comes to wall art. You can always act intuitively, but this […]
Continue reading »Use the “bad Cop” in Negotiations to Help Make Tough Calls
The hardest part of any negotiation is being tough. You want to demand or refuse a concession, but do not want this refusal to interrupt […]
Continue reading »If You Don’t Buy Today, Then Sell
We all have a mess, but we tend to appreciate what we spent a lot of money on or what we were given. Financial blogger […]
Continue reading »The Five Best Ways to Share Playlists
Sharing music with friends is a time-tested way to discover new bands, discuss your musical tastes with friends, and learn a little more about the […]
Continue reading »Convert Scrap Tile Cladding Sheets Into Sturdy Custom Coasters
We’ve talked about the benefits (and deals) of architectural repair shops before and you can often find a pre-mesh tile backsplash there waiting for your […]
Continue reading »10 Creative Ways to Cook With a Waffle Maker or Panini Press
Waffles and panini are great, but you can do a lot more with waffle makers and panini presses. Here are 10 amazing things you can […]
Continue reading »Create a Raspberry Pi Retro Portable Split Screen Gaming Station
We’ve seen all sorts of retro handheld game consoles over the years, but Thingiverse user Jooxoe3i has managed to create the smallest device we’ve ever […]
Continue reading »Glue the Tube to the Trash Can to Prevent Bags From Getting Stuck
When your trash bag overflows, a vacuum can build up, making it difficult to remove. To counteract this effect, attach the tube to the inside […]
Continue reading »Convert a Folder Clip to a Stand or GoPro Mount
The GoPro is by far our favorite action camera , and the humble folder clip is one of our favorite life hacking tools. Together they […]
Continue reading »How Experts Protect Themselves Online (Compared to Everyone Else)
If you ask the average person what is the best way to protect themselves online, they will give some correct answers, but they will most […]
Continue reading »10 Best Ways to Beat the Heat
The scorching summer heat takes a heavy toll on our bodies, our moods and our electricity bills. However, don’t let the temperature confuse you. These […]
Continue reading »Recycle Plastic Plant Pots at Lowe’s or Your Local Garden Center
If you sit in the garden, chances are you have a clutter of plastic pots growing all the time. Throwing them away is trash, but […]
Continue reading »How to Improve the Quality of Video Chats
So, you are all in awe of the video chat with Granny, but the quality is poor. The video is choppy, the audio echoes and […]
Continue reading »Good Sunglass Etiquette: “Always, Sometimes, Never”
Sunglasses are an indispensable summer item, but there is still a time and place for them. This matrix chart shows proper etiquette for wearing and […]
Continue reading »Why Playing Guitar Can Cause Finger Odor (and How to Prevent It)
It may sound strange, but regular guitar playing can cause your fingers to smell like old garlic. Here’s what causes the stench and some simple […]
Continue reading »Countdown Adds a Simple Timer to the Menu Bar
Mac: Sometimes you just want a quick access timer. Countdown is a Mac app that does just that. The countdown is in the menu bar […]
Continue reading »Creeping Habits: a Gradual and Smart Way to Improve Yourself
In the world of personal finance, there is a common phenomenon called lifestyle crawl. It describes our tendency to buy more, better, and more enjoyable […]
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