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gir ulimate silicone cooking tools gir ulimate silicone cooking tools gir ulimate silicone cooking tools gir ulimate silicone cooking tools Even though there is still snow on the ground in many parts of the country, Nordstrom is getting ready to welcome spring with markdowns on hundreds of items as part of their massive winter clearance event, including the GIR Ultimate Tools 7-Piece Kitchen Tool Set ($44.96, nordstrom.com), pictured above. Save up to 50 percent on major kitchen and home retailers such as GIR, Juliska, JK Adams, Viking, Dansk, and Rabbit....

A great bathroom should feel like an oasis. It’s the place where you can escape and tune out the world for a few blissful minutes—or an hour, if you’re lucky—in the tub or shower. The only downside to these spaces? Bathrooms often feel cramped and small. By painting your walls the right color, however, even a tiny bathroom can feel much bigger. Plus, a fresh coat of paint is an easy way to refresh this important space without sinking a lot of money into renovations....

Women and child hiking on the Highline Trail in Glacier National Park, Montana. Credit: Josh Miller Photography / GETTY IMAGES Women and child hiking on the Highline Trail in Glacier National Park, Montana. Credit: Josh Miller Photography / GETTY IMAGES Women and child hiking on the Highline Trail in Glacier National Park, Montana. Credit: Josh Miller Photography / GETTY IMAGES Women and child hiking on the Highline Trail in Glacier National Park, Montana....

round galaxy cake Credit: Steven Karl Metzer Swirled with bright, bold colors, this cake is totally cosmic. It’s our easy-to-make take on the colorful galaxy donut trend. The good news is there’s no piping needed for an out-of-this-world cake made right at home. For the cake, make one Double Chocolate Pound Cake but bake the pound cake in a 9-inch round pan rather than the traditional loaf pan. I used pound cake for this project because it is a denser cake which makes it less susceptible to breaking when it is flipped and handled to create the galaxy icing effect....

pile of fresh organic cumbers Credit: bhofack2 / Getty Images pile of fresh organic cumbers Credit: bhofack2 / Getty Images pile of fresh organic cumbers Credit: bhofack2 / Getty Images pile of fresh organic cumbers Credit: bhofack2 / Getty Images We love the fresh, mellow taste of a cucumber, but they can sometimes be noticeably bitter. What gives? Is it a result of improper storage or of how the cucumber was grown?...

If you’re like most people, grabbing a cup of coffee is an essential part of your morning routine. Whether you prefer the beloved drink served hot or cold, accompanied with sugars and creams, or as is, there’s one thing you’ll want do before sipping your cup of joe: brush your teeth. According to Christina Meiners, a dentist at the nonprofit CommuniCare Health Centers, you should actually be brushing your teeth before drinking coffee, as doing so will allow stains to lift easier....

Donovan Groves Events Surprise Proposal Idea Credit: Adam Donovan-Groves When you become engaged, one of the first questions your family and friends with bombard you with is, “Can I see the ring?” After all, what’s a proposal without an engagement ring? As it turns out, it’s still a proposal-and it’s often an equally well-meaning and romantic one. It’s true that not all proposals involve a shiny, bright diamond (alternative stones are becoming increasingly popular in the world of engagement rings), but it’s a pretty widely accepted fact that there will be some sort of ring presented after the bride accepts....

Make no mistake about it: A beautiful wreath must have a proper wreath base as its foundation. “A wreath base is what gives your wreath its shape and strength, and is used for attaching flowers, greenery, or whatever elements or seasonal embellishments you have in mind for your design,” says Peggy Stewart Breeland of Sweet Tea Makery. “Also known as a wreath frame, a wreath base is basically the bottom layer of a wreath, which provides the foundation needed to begin creating a finished decorative wreath....

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An important region since the Roman Empire because it links the Mediterranean with the Atlantic, Côtes du Rhône is a geographical grape-growing region (known as an AOC, or Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée) in France’s Rhône Valley. Today, it’s well known for its wines, and while you’re probably most familiar with the hearty red wines of the region, there are also wonderful white and rosé wines produced in this area. “Côtes du Rhône” translates to “hillsides of the Rhône” and the region spans 171 communes along the Rhône river....

all-white two-tier floral accent cake Credit: Avec L'Amour Photography For couples who have never planned a wedding-or worked in a bakery-few elements inspire the same amount of sticker shock as the wedding cake. With the average wedding cake ringing up at $4.50-$6.50 per slice, according to Orlando-based baker Danielle Cribb of Sugar Sugar Cake Boutique, the cost of serving an elaborately decorated dessert can quickly skyrocket. One popular way to keep those costs down is for the newlyweds to cut a small decorated cake while offering a pretty dessert table with lower-priced sheet cake for the rest of the guests....

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While microwaves can be helpful when it comes to reheating leftovers, they can get quite messy over time. Food splatters, spills, and lingering odors can make this tiny oven a hot spot for grease and stains. However, frequent cleanings can help keep those little messes from turning into big ones. Ahead, we spoke with two cleaning experts to find out exactly how often you should be cleaning your microwave to stay ahead of the curve....

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Young boys (3 yrs and 6yrs) in capes playing in backyard Credit: Getty / MoMo Productions Young boys (3 yrs and 6yrs) in capes playing in backyard Credit: Getty / MoMo Productions Young boys (3 yrs and 6yrs) in capes playing in backyard Credit: Getty / MoMo Productions Young boys (3 yrs and 6yrs) in capes playing in backyard Credit: Getty / MoMo Productions Few kids’ activities are as easy, fun, and valuable as an outdoor scavenger hunt; best of all, you don’t have to be a child development expert or a Pinterest parent to set up a seek-and-find that engages and educates children of all ages....

Did you know you can add some new life to an old knit sweater or add fun detail to a crocheted blanket with embroidery? Stitching on these types of items requires a few extra considerations, but the process is just like basic embroidery. Imagine a cluster of flowers and foliage adorning a hand-knit pillow or a geometric border on a crocheted purse. Embroidery is also an excellent way to conceal mending or stains, so even if you find a hole in your favorite cardigan, you can stitch the hole closed and add some stitching over the mend....

Is there anything better than homemade pancakes on a Sunday morning? We think not. Pancakes are comforting, delicious, and perfect for enjoying endless topping combinations. And while the tasty cakes are easy to make, they have a tendency to stick to skillets and griddles. Even the best home cooks will occasionally find themselves stuck with, well, stuck pancakes. Instead of cutting them out from your morning spread, here’s how to avoid the situation in the first place, as well as tips on how to fix it should it happen to you....

green metal bench in garden Credit: Jacky Parker Photography / Getty Images green metal bench in garden Credit: Jacky Parker Photography / Getty Images green metal bench in garden Credit: Jacky Parker Photography / Getty Images green metal bench in garden Credit: Jacky Parker Photography / Getty Images Your old metal garden furniture is teeming with restoration potential, it just takes a little work. That’s why when you find that your favorite piece of outdoor furniture is beginning to rust, chip, or show signs of aging, it pays to know what to do to help bring it back to its original integrity....

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