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DIY floating shelves are an easy woodworking project for someone who feels comfortable using power tools, but don’t worry. Our floating shelves DIY offers practical tips and reliable supplies that will help you create a truly custom décor piece affordably. 2-by-10-inch pine board Miter saw or circular saw Hand or bench router with dado router bit ½-inch paddle bit Drill press (optional) Sand paper (medium grit) Cloth (2 or 3) Stain or paint Polyurethane (optional) Paintbrush BIGTEDDY-Adjustable Blind Shelf Floating Support Invisible Brackets Pencil Drill Level...

According to a statement from the agency, “live rodents, dead rodents in various states of decay, rodent feces and urine, evidence of gnawing, nesting and rodent odors” were all found throughout the facility, along with dead birds and bird droppings. The distribution center has since been fumigated. The products impacted by this recall, which include food items, drugs, medical devices, cosmetics, dietary supplements, and pet food, were shipped to 404 stores across the country from January 1, 2021 through the present....

There’s even more to fennel than its use in modern kitchens. Fennel, a member of the carrot family, originated along the Mediterranean Sea in the southern parts of Europe and has long been utilized for medicinal purposes. In fact, one popular and simple way to garner some of the healthy therapeutic properties of fennel is to drink it as a tea. Fennel tea is most often made with fennel seeds that have been lightly crushed to release their nutrient-rich oils....

½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, plus more for dusting 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne ¼ teaspoon kosher salt 8 ounces semisweet chocolate chips (1¼ cups) 10 tablespoons (1¼ sticks) unsalted butter, plus more for pan 6 large eggs, separated ½ cup packed dark brown sugar ½ cup granulated sugar Chocolate shavings and crème fraîche, for serving

What Is a Tree Collar? A tree collar is a sturdy circular base that wraps around the bottom of the tree, effectively hiding the tree stand out of sight. It gives the illusion that your Christmas tree is resting inside a woven basket or metal basin, yet the tree collar doesn’t have a bottom, so it won’t collect water. A hinged design lets you open the collar, making it easy to put on and take off, giving you access to the tree stand whenever the tree needs water....

Plant lily of the valley in early spring, in a spot that gets partial shade. Keep in mind that over time, this flower is known to spread out. Be very careful if you have pets, because lily of the valley is toxic to both dogs and cats. Hardiness Zones: 3-9 Hardiness Zones: 4-8 If you’re looking for the most fragrant blooms, many English roses make the list, including Heritage and Gertrude Jekyll....

This post has been sponsored by Kleenex®, Horizon Organic, and NABISCO. All thoughts and opinions are my own. There’s one thing I didn’t anticipate when my son started kindergarten last year: how much work it would be to make his lunch every day. Especially since I wrote him a little note every day the first week of school, and he expected something special in his lunchbox every day after! Now I’ve been challenged to come up with some creative surprises to keep him on his toes....

But this need brings a lot of questions. How do you create a space that’s designed with your professional goals in mind? How do you find the right home office organization set-up that works as hard as you do? How is it possible to stay focused when you’re working from a home that’s filled with distractions? And is it even possible to create a home office that doesn’t cramp your whole space’s interior design style?...

The honey in the marinade is the key to getting a caramelized crust on the chop, which pairs perfectly with the vinegary cucumbers. To corral extra sauce in their textured nooks, smash the cucumbers lightly with the side of a chef’s knife, allowing them to break into craggy chunks.

The potentially contaminated beef was produced on January 6, 2020 and has a use by/freeze by date of January 31, 2020. All recalled products come in one-pound vacuum-packed packages labeled “Pre 95% LEAN/5% FAT GROUND BEEF” with lot code 0060 and case code 11402. Look for the establishment number “EST. 6916” printed on the right, front-hand side of the packaging. The ground beef was shipped to retail locations in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin....

During a normal week, my significant other and I would drop at least $200 on groceries. This meant I was spending $800 a month on food, and that total did not include my Wednesday coffee and donut habit, my Friday sushi indulgence, or my weekend wine purchases. Then came HelloFresh. I first heard about the popular meal delivery service through influencers on social media who raved about the benefits, like minimal food waste and delivery right to your doorstep....

What’s that you say? You’re not fully aware of the myriad of perks that come with being part of the club? Here’s a closer look at some of the additional ways your membership can save you serious money, and in some cases, even make your life a little (or a lot) easier. Costco Travel offers members the ability to book destinations, hotels, and cruises through the club. More importantly, the wholesale behemoth uses its substantial purchasing power to negotiate serious deals that it passes along to members....

For that reason, I decided to learn a single eyeshadow pattern that I could recreate with any color combo I chose. So when I genuinely got into makeup in high school, I looked up a smoky eye tutorial that Michelle Phan had posted on YouTube, and it became my road map for eyeshadow for my entire life leading up to the end of college. It wasn’t until Instagram became more popular and more Asian-American makeup artists became well-known that I found other Asian people who were finding ways to get creative with their eyeshadow....

What’s the Shelf Life of Hard-Boiled Eggs? According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, hard-boiled eggs last for exactly one week, peeled or unpeeled, if refrigerated. Not bad, right? It’s safe to cook a batch of hard-boiled eggs during your weekly meal prep. Always store them in a sealed, airtight container for maximum protection. Dishes that are made with hard-boiled eggs (like egg salad sandwiches) can safely last three to four days if covered in the refrigerator....

To help you avoid losing your sweet potatoes to spoilage, we’ve created the following guidelines, plus some tips on how to store them properly for best keeping. When Raw Stored on the counter, raw sweet potatoes can generally last up to two weeks. If you have access to a cool, dark, dry area (similar to a root cellar), sweet potatoes can last about a month. Maximize their shelf life by storing at a cool temperature....