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    How Smart Moms Cut Down on Laundry Time

    Laundry: It’s a clean job, but somebody’s gotta do it. When that somebody is moms, you’d rather not be cooped up in the basement all weekend fluffing and folding other people’s underwear. More often than not, though, another Sunday rolls around, and you find yourself cramming in endless loads. That’s why we went to the […] More

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    The 7 Best Leaf Vacuums to Make Yard Work Easy

    Best 3-in-1 Leaf Vacuum Electric Triviac Leaf Vacuum WORX $96.99 If you’re looking for an all-in-one tool, this is a powerful 3-in-1 blower, vacuum, and mulcher. Conversion switch means no need for separate tubes and attachments. Includes 10-gallon reusable collection bag. Uncomfortable for larger projects. Best Backpack Leaf Vacuum Backpack Blower Vacuum BLACK+DECKER This electric 3-in-1 leaf […] More

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    How to Use Warm Colors in Your Home, According to Interior Designers

    After a stifling summer, settling into a cozy fall at home sounds idyllic — and there’s no better time to infuse your space with inviting, warm colors than when the weather cools down. “Fall is the perfect time to embrace warm colors in your home, as the natural autumn color palette ranges the whole warm […] More

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    How to Clean White Shoes at Home and Keep Your Kicks Looking Fresh

    No one buys white sneakers thinking they’ll stay bright and grime-free forever, but when the inevitable spills, stains, and scuffs happen, it’s only natural to hope you can restore them to their pristine state. Before you throw dirty or stained canvas shoes in the washing machine, try hand cleaning them with a cloth or soft […] More

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    10 Herbs You Can Grow Indoors Year-Round

    Add that just-picked taste to your meals — even when snow is drifting up against the kitchen window — by growing herbs indoors all year long. You won’t even need special any special equipment as long as you give them plenty of water and sunshine. How to Grow Herbs As a general rule of (green) […] More

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    How to Get Rid of Mice — And Keep Them Away for Good

    Fall and winter are prime time for rodents trying to make their way into warm, cozy homes, but it’s never too early to start mouse-proofing, according to Cindy Mannes, a spokeswoman for the National Pest Management Association. Not only can they chew through walls and boxes in your pantry, but mice can wreak serious havoc […] More

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    How to Get Back-to-College Shopping Done Without Paying More Than Tuition

    According to U.S. News, the average price of tuition at a private institution was $35,676 during the 2018-2019 school year—that’s more than half of the median household income in the United States. When you’re spending that much on tuition alone, there’s not much left in the budget for dorm room shopping. But the good news […] More