A staple of kitchen cleaning is the secret to removing tricky lipstick stains from clothing. Getty Images / Aphirak Thila You may have heard the common refrain, “I never leave the house without my lipstick." However, while lipstick may look wonderful on your kisser, it is not nearly so attractive when it stains your clothes. Lipstick stains are particularly hard to remove from clothing and...

African milk tree is a succulent that resembles a cactus and is often grown indoors. Marty Baldwin The African milk tree (Euphorbia trigona) goes by many names, including cathedral cactus, friendship cactus, and good luck cactus. Despite having multiple names containing the word cactus, it’s not a cactus but a succulent. Because this plant needs hot temperatures, the African milk tree only grows...

Minimalism isn't only about getting rid of items. Learn what items minimalist designers always keep. Coley Stevens / Interior Designer: Studio Seva Minimalism is often associated with decluttering and donating or tossing unused items. While minimalist design encourages less clutter, it isn't only about getting rid of items. Minimalism embraces intentionally keeping items you value and that serve a...

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New data from the Mortgage Bankers Association's Weekly Applications Survey for the week ending September 27, 2024, shows a 1.3 percent decline in U.S. mortgage applications compared to the previous week. The Market Composite Index, which measures overall mortgage loan application volume, fell 1.3 percent on a seasonally adjusted basis from the prior week. On an unadjusted basis, the Index dropped by 1...

You don't have to sacrifice safety for style. IKEA When selecting a piece of furniture, the first thing you consider probably isn't if it poses a safety risk (unless you've had an unfortunate personal experience). But dressers have long been a hazard for adults and children alike. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) even adopted a mandatory rule in August 2023 that enforces standards to...

Turn your home into a thrilling movie set. Sunset Boulevard / Getty Images If you’re looking for the perfect Halloween decor theme this year, it's time for a scary movie marathon. As if you need another excuse to have a cozy night in, the horror genre offers so much inspiration. Whether you’re a fan of earlier classics like Halloween and The Exorcist or modern favorites like It, these films...

The recessed lighting over the front porch is a stylish touch. Better Homes & Gardens / Reese Herrington The Home Depot has a sleek tiny house for under $19,000 that will add some precious private space to your property for stretching out in.This California Studio tiny home kit from Well Done 1 Homes gives you the steel frame needed to build a 240-square-foot suite with a primary room, a full...

She's feeling "very Martha Stewart-slash-Ina Garten." NBC / Getty Images Katie Couric is busy with more than just journalism these days—she’s also the proud owner of an expansive vegetable garden, harvesting its produce to whip up fresh meals for her friends and family. She recently spoke to The New York Times about her favorite picks from her garden, so of course we had to dig up a few...

These viral cleaning tools are all over social media, but are electric scrub brushes as good as they look on TikTok? Dera Burreson Electric scrubbers have gained popularity through social media showcasing their ability to simplify cleaning routines. These battery-powered tools can scrub countless surfaces, from cooktops to bathtubs. But what exactly are electric scrubbers, and should you add one...