simplifying lives

Duct tape: a life staple for parents, elementary school kids, and college students alike. It’s one of the simplest and most versatile home improvement tools known to humankind. And (as my brother learned when he was 12) it is not … …read more

The Vivint iPad app has launched! And like many of you, I’m pretty stoked about it. While the app doesn’t offer additional functionality (because the current app offers full control already), it does make the experience a lot better by … …read more

Spring is officially here, which means I’ve been spending my nights and weekends dusting and using cleansers like a madwoman. Last night as I scrubbed the caulking around the bathtub (a truly disgusting job), I began to wonder what the … …read more

It’s that time of year to let all the moms in your life know how special they are. And why not do it with a sustainable twist? Read on for some chic and green Mother’s Day gifts that mom will … …read more

There are very few commercials that I connect with on a personal level, but when I hear those words “itchy, watery eyes; sneezing; runny nose” from any allergy commercial, I become like a three-year-old talking to Dora the Explorer on … …read more

April showers bring May flowers. But they can also leave you trapped inside with nothing to do. Before you spend all day watching TV or eating an entire bag of chips, consider one of these fun, inexpensive, and ecofriendly options … …read more

This might shock you, but indoor air pollution is actually a big problem in our modern lifestyle. Think about it: we spend most of our day inside buildings designed to keep the elements out and the heat or air conditioning … …read more

Can I tell you a story? It’s about my sister’s wedding. I was the maid of honor, and I loved a dress from J Crew. But if you’ve ever shopped at J Crew then you know that although the clothes … …read more

So how do you make vinegar? Simple: ferment ethanol and you’ll end up with a liquid that’s filled with acetic acid and can do some pretty amazing things around the house. To be totally honest, I’m not one to use … …read more

Many people have witnessed the complete obsession over couponing that’s become a hit reality show on TLC, “Extreme Couponing.” This program displays people who have made a sport out of collecting coupons, matching them with grocer deals, and finding a … …read more