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For the longest time, I was an apartment-dweller, and aside from a glorious three-month period where my cat learned to use the toilet, I’ve always battled the litter box smell. These days, I’ve upgraded to a house with a laundry room dedicated to the litter box. I’d finally found a pellet litter good for neutralizing urine odors, and life was good. RELATED: The Cat Scratching Post That Saved My New Couch From Being Shredded But the addition of a second cat had me second guessing everything....

Match Cloche Available at Anthropologie There are two harbingers of fall: the annual return of the pumpkin spice latte (and PSL-themed everything) and scented candles. No matter if cardamom, cedar, or “flannel and fedoras” (yes, that’s a real candle) is your scent of choice, a glass cloche stocked with matches will elevate your nightly candle-lighting ritual. To turn up the candlelight without overwhelming the senses, stick to just one scented candle, then supplement with unscented tea lights set in votive holders....

Overall Rating for Blue Apron: 9.6 out of 10 Pros: User-friendly sign-up processFlexible and easy deliverySimple instructions for preparation and cookingGood variety of meals for different dietary preferencesHigh-quality and flavorful ingredientsCompetitive pricingStrong initiatives for sustainability and social impact Cons: Doesn’t ship to Alaska or HawaiiNo options for more than four servings per meal to accommodate large familiesIngredients don’t always arrive in pristine condition Signing Up for Blue Apron To sign up for this popular meal kit, choose your meal plan from the signature menu, wellness menu, or vegetarian menu....

The latest cooking trend brought to us by The Youths on TikTok is equally beguiling. Meet mini pancake cereal. It’s exactly what it sounds like: a bowl of baby flapjacks covered in syrup and/or milk that you eat with a spoon. They’re likely occupying a significant amount of real estate on your Instagram feed right now. So! Teeny! Tiny!!! Those precious lil’ pancake pics might even have you wondering whether you should try making them yourself....

There’s a lot of comfort in going to bed with your significant other, but when their body regulates as much heat as the sun, that solace becomes a bit cloudy—especially on hot summer nights. Luckily, I discovered a cooling comforter that keeps my boyfriend cool and prevents his excess heat from spreading to me. Layla Sleep’s Down Alternative Comforter has all of the coziness of a typical down blanket, but is made without feathers, so birds aren’t harmed in its production....

Kendra Scott pieces are an easy way to elevate everyday style and special occasions alike. The Elle Gold Drop earrings and Elisa Pendant necklaces have become a classic gift from brides to bridesmaids to wear on their wedding day. During the summer sale, you can shop for everything from necklaces and rings to earrings and bracelets that you can dress up or down. There’s even home décor. While you can definitely browse through Kendra’s Scott’s entire sale on your own, we’ve curated a collection of can’t-miss pieces below....

The good news is that hosting a party of any size doesn’t require catering and a slew of rental chairs. With a few repurposed items from around the house (or borrowed from neighbors and guests), a focused quick-clean, and some easy lighting tricks, any home can become party central. If you expect to end up being the host with the most with short notice at several points throughout the coming months, taking time to prep your home now—taking stock of how many chairs and seating options are scattered around the house, checking on the health of the ice maker, creating a decorating stash of easy-to-hang streamers, signs, and balloons, etc....

“It’s really scary for me as somebody who has always been a saver,” she says. “And now it’s like, OK, we want to buy a house, which is going to be pretty much all of my savings. And then we’ll probably recoup a tiny bit of money from our wedding, but that’s a huge chunk of change that’s going out the door. So I’m nervous when I see all of my savings depleting....

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NAOT is known for its hand-crafted process and sustainable manufacturing, and is behind tons of colorful everyday sandals, including the Kayla, the style I received. When my pair arrived, I was immediately intrigued by the leather shoes’ look; they feature three straps, along with an extra one in the back for added support, and they came in a pretty, versatile black-and-white color combo. To buy: $140; amazon.com and naot.com. When I tried them on, what really got my attention was the sandals’ comfort level....

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Nordy Club members have had special access to early deals for a few days—it’s one of the many perks that come with the free membership—but don’t worry. Now that the sale is open to all shoppers, there are still more than 5,000 discounts to look through. Fashion, beauty, and home products are included in this year’s anniversary sale, and plenty of popular brands—from Levi’s to Charlotte Tilbury to Steve Madden—are in the mix....

This does not tell the whole story. In fact, more and more research indicates this is a flawed recommendation. While it’s true that vegetable oils are generally more neutral in flavor (and more cost-effective for use in large quantity-cooking like deep frying), pure extra virgin olive oil is much more stable than other oils when heated. And it’s significantly healthier (with the exception of avocado oil, which is equally nutritious)....

Acetone is a potent, highly flammable solvent, which means its chemical makeup renders it capable of dissolving substances like hardened nail polish. It also makes it sneakily useful for getting rid of other pesky marks around the house. Here are a few unexpected things you can clean with nail polish remover. 1. Sanitizing Metal Razor Blades, Tweezers, and Nail Clippers If your metal beauty products look a little scary these days, disinfect them with a cloth or cotton ball dipped in nail polish remover....

You might be familiar with probiotics, the live microorganisms present in yogurt and fermented foods, but have you heard of their counterpart, prebiotics? Here, Rebecca Ditkoff, MPH, RD, a New York City–based registered dietitian and founder of Nutrition by RD, gives a full run-down. The Difference Between Probiotics and Prebiotics There are trillions of bacteria and other microorganisms residing in the lining of the digestive tract which play a key role in our health....

I’m looking forward to a Thanksgiving that feels a bit more traditional compared to last year with everything from mashed potatoes to our favorite sausage stuffing recipe all washed down with this yummy Thanksgiving punch. With Thanksgiving just a few short weeks away, I thought it would be fun to share an alternative to the typical pumpkin pie dessert option. I’ve already shared a no bake pumpkin pie but if you like to bake and still want a baked dessert, these pumpkin streusel bars are a great option!...