How To Clean Battery Corrosion Out Of Home Electronics

Remote control on coffee table Credit: Michael Kai / Getty Remote control on coffee table Credit: Michael Kai / Getty Remote control on coffee table Credit: Michael Kai / Getty Remote control on coffee table Credit: Michael Kai / Getty On This Page Why Battery Corrosion Occurs How to Clean Battery Corrosion When to Call a Professional How to Dispose of Corroded Batteries Technology powers our lives, which is why it’s important to keep all of our devices in tip-top shape....

April 13, 2022 · 5 min · 1057 words · Ryan Wright

How To Cook Fish Eight Different Ways

Flounder en Papillote with Asparagus and Shiitake Mushrooms on decorative plate Credit: Ryan Liebe Fish is much easier to cook than you might think-and there are so many mouthwatering options in the sea (and lake, and river). If you’re stuck in a rut with seafood cookery, take a swim here and discover some new-to-you techniques for filets, whole fish, and more. RELATED: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW WHEN YOU’RE BUYING FISH Steam Let us make the case for cooking fish en papillote (the fancy term for steam-roasting in parchment paper): The result is deeply flavorful, since the steam created by the wine and butter and the fish’s own moisture stays in the parchment packet....

April 13, 2022 · 10 min · 2058 words · Cynthia Ebersole

How To Pack Dishes And Glasses When Moving

When it comes to packing for a move, the kitchen is a notoriously difficult room. Not only are there fragile items to be mindful of, but unlike the guest room, most people use their kitchens daily. “The kitchen is always the last room that we pack up and the first room that we unpack,” says Janet Bernstein, owner of The Organizing Professionals, a Philadelphia-area company that offers moving services. “The kitchen will always take the longest....

April 13, 2022 · 4 min · 668 words · James Gomez

Jennifer Aniston S Wedding Dress Was Beautiful And Breezy

Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux Credit: Justin Theroux via Instagram Jennifer Aniston’s wedding details have long been a mystery, but lately-and slowly-they’ve been trickling out. This past spring, Justin Theroux revealed a little bit about the day, and now it’s clearly Aniston’s turn to share. In a piece for Harper’s Bazaar, the actress spoke with Amy Sedaris about her marriage and her big day. Sedaris, who is good friends with Theroux, brought up the couple’s nuptials in her interview....

April 13, 2022 · 4 min · 794 words · Manuel Rivera

November Book Club The Book Of Strange New Things

book-michel-faber-d111511.jpg Credit: Bryan Gardner book-michel-faber-d111511.jpg Credit: Bryan Gardner book-michel-faber-d111511.jpg Credit: Bryan Gardner book-michel-faber-d111511.jpg Credit: Bryan Gardner Heading into holiday season, the Living Book Club is sinking our collective teeth into the 512-page drama “The Book of Strange New Things” (Hogarth). Michel Faber’s storytelling is at full force in this new novel. Its out-of-this-world locale – complete with a population of extraterrestrial life-forms – certainly provides all the allure of a space tale....

April 13, 2022 · 2 min · 374 words · Stewart Nguyen

Questions To Ask Before Touring Wedding Venues

couple kissing on church steps after wedding Credit: Jenny Quicksall ` Martha Stewart Weddings View All A Musical Festival and a Green Couch Inspired This Couple’s Whimsical Garden Wedding in California 9 Wedding Trends You’ll See Everywhere in 2023, According to Wedding Planners and Event Designers 7 Wedding Dress and Accessory Trends Every Bride-to-Be Needs to Know About in 2023 Princess Eugenie Is Pregnant With Her Second Child—and Is Due This Summer...

April 13, 2022 · 5 min · 920 words · Joseph Woolard

Restoring A Vintage Secretary Desk

secretary desk Credit: Ashley Poskin secretary desk Credit: Ashley Poskin secretary desk Credit: Ashley Poskin secretary desk Credit: Ashley Poskin There are those who believe painting wood furniture to be a serious offense and those who are constantly on the lookout for wood furniture to cover in paint. Others still are somewhere in the middle: people who agree that vintage or antique furniture made of quality wood like mahogany or walnut should not be painted, but pieces made of lesser quality wood that’s marked by scratches and dents are up for grabs....

April 13, 2022 · 5 min · 868 words · Candice Valdez

Sophie Turner Compared Getting Engaged To Joe Jonas To Finding A Forever Home

joe jonas sophie turner walking Credit: Raymond Hall/GC Images Joe Jonas may have proposed to Sophie Turner back in the fall of 2017, but the Games of Thrones actress is still shocked that she’s getting married. In an interview for the cover of Marie Claire, the star reflected on her relatively new status. “I’m still like, ‘I’m engaged!’” she told the magazine. She also likened the step to another big milestone-buying a home....

April 13, 2022 · 4 min · 726 words · Jessica Monsivais

Souffles Reaching New Heights With Martha

martha-cheese-souffles-0297-d112503.jpg Credit: John Kernick It’s a given: If your souffle is made with the correct proportions of ingredients, and your egg whites are beaten well and they are folded into the creamy base carefully, your souffle will rise. And it’s also a given that a few minutes after you take it out of the oven, your souffle will fall. That’s science, the same science that frightens many of us and discourages us from attempting to make these delicious, lofty, tasty concoctions, savory or sweet....

April 13, 2022 · 8 min · 1523 words · Virginia Ramsey

The Best Christmas Themes For Your Annual Holiday Party

floral table settings for Christmas Credit: Thomas Loof floral table settings for Christmas Credit: Thomas Loof floral table settings for Christmas Credit: Thomas Loof floral table settings for Christmas Credit: Thomas Loof The holidays inspire hosts everywhere to put on their entertaining hats and make merry memories with their nearest and dearest. And while this annual time spent with friends with family is always special no matter what your party looks like, it’s easy to fall back on tired decorations during such a busy season—items in colorways like red and green or silver and gold get recycled year after year....

April 13, 2022 · 5 min · 878 words · Robert Harwood

The Best Cozy Bedroom Ideas

metal four-poster bed frame wood side table grey rug Credit: Jennifer Hughes metal four-poster bed frame wood side table grey rug Credit: Jennifer Hughes metal four-poster bed frame wood side table grey rug Credit: Jennifer Hughes metal four-poster bed frame wood side table grey rug Credit: Jennifer Hughes Have you ever wanted to transform your bedroom into a cozy oasis, but thought it would cost a fortune or take a lot of time and effort?...

April 13, 2022 · 8 min · 1496 words · Sherwood Clark

The Best Paints To Use On Pumpkins For Decorating

On This Page Picking a Pumpkin Acrylic Paint Spray Paint Paint Markers Chalkboard Paint Kid-Friendly Washable Paint Carving pumpkins may be a traditional Halloween activity, but trading your X-Acto knife for a paintbrush has its benefits: Painting pumpkins is easier and safer for young kids, presents more design freedom for adults, and leaves you with an autumnal decoration that lasts until you trade your fall décor for holiday lights....

April 13, 2022 · 5 min · 1037 words · Carly Davis

The Best Way To Cut An Apricot

Whether eaten out of hand or sliced and baked into all kinds of delicious desserts, fresh apricots taste juicy, sweet, and floral, with just a hint of addictive acidity. When at their best, they take on a plush, almost-buttery texture that can be best compared to peaches (and they bruise like a peach, too!). Apricots are a member of the stone fruit family, so just like their cousin cherry and brother plum, they too have a tough little pit in the center that needs to be removed....

April 13, 2022 · 2 min · 297 words · Jeanette Wilson

The Country That Drinks The Most Wine

While there are a number of regions around the world that are known for producing delicious wines, Americans appear to be drinking the majority of it. According to Decanter, the International Organisation of Vine & Wine (OIV) compiled its annual report and found that the world drank 23.4 billion liters—or just shy of 6.2 billion gallons—of wine in 2020. Of that, Americans imbibed in 872 million gallons of their favorite vinos, putting us in the top spot for wine consumption....

April 13, 2022 · 2 min · 385 words · Angelo Ritter

What To Give Animal Shelters As Donations

Animal shelters and rescues are always in need of donations, and it’s no secret as to why: Every year, more and more animals end up in their care. According to the ASPCA, 6.5 million pets are admitted to shelters annually. No-kill shelters have expenses that they need to meet in order to provide for and rescue as many of these animals as possible. “We are a no time limit, no kill rescue....

April 13, 2022 · 3 min · 532 words · Nancy Litten

Whether You Call Them Jelly Roll Swiss Roll Or Roulade Rolled Cakes Are Ready For A Revival

sliced pumpkin roll and sifter with powdered sugar Credit: Mike Krautter Rolled cakes are whimsical and fun. We know them by various names and adaptations-Swiss rolls, roulades, jelly rolls, and Yule logs, or buches de Noel. They call to mind a different era, when learning how to prepare a jelly roll was often taught in Home Economics class. But when sliced, the spiral sweets look graphic and modern, yet still retain a nostalgic charm....

April 13, 2022 · 6 min · 1246 words · Davida Hayes

Why People S Sense Of Smell Changes In Connection To Food Odors

Research has backed the theory that people begin losing their sense of smell at the age of 55. However, scientists are now finding that it’s not an all-encompassing loss. According to a new study published in the journal Food Quality and Preference by University of Copenhagen researchers, people can still sense the smells of specific foods as they age. In fact, sweeter smells (like vanilla) are recognizable off the bat, while more savory foods (like meat and onions) are harder to identify....

April 13, 2022 · 3 min · 466 words · James Pacheco

Wire Card Holders

wd101302_sum05_wireholders.jpg Credit: James Baigrie Make graceful holders with swirls that enhance a card’s design. These are actually pieces of inexpensive radio wire – cloth-covered wire, used in vintage radios, that is available in a variety of colors online (look for solid, not stranded, wire). Give it a new twist for a wedding, and it can hold aloft menus, table numbers, or place cards. The wire bends easily and is sturdy enough to keep its shape....

April 13, 2022 · 4 min · 654 words · Jim Watts

Are Flannel Sheets Warmer Than Cotton Ones

Having trouble deciding on the best sheets for your mattress? There are plenty styles and designs on the market, but the material you choose is ultimately the most important factor. Two textiles that get compared quite frequently are cotton and flannel. While they may seem completely different in your eyes (we often associate flannel with winter and cotton with summer), the materials are actually quite similar, and we often field questions on which is warmer....

April 12, 2022 · 2 min · 396 words · Mary Jordan

Best Perennial Grasses For Your Yard Or Garden

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April 12, 2022 · 3 min · 599 words · Daryl Kenkel