That doesn’t mean you have to don a veil and set up a hive for honeybees; Rent Mason Bees has made it super easy to play host to gentle native bees that don’t need hives. The company will send you simple kits that contain all the supplies you need, which you then send back later in the season, so you don’t need to deal with maintenance. Rent Mason BeeRent Mason Bees will ship either mason or leafcutter bees to you....
One of the most fun parts about my job as a shopping writer is discovering new brands, and I first heard about Quince from my friend and fellow lifestyle writer, Nina Huang. No sooner had Nina mentioned that she had tried and loved a few of Quince’s pieces than I found myself eagerly perusing the online retailer’s website. I learned that the brand’s mission is to create beautiful pieces you want to wear again and again, and the way Quince favors neutral color palettes makes that easy....
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Jenni Kayne Home offers a collection of classic neutral styles across bed, bath, kitchenware, and home decor. Its multi-purpose, luxury products can be used or displayed in different ways, making them ideal investments or gifts for the holidays. From thick Alpaca Basketweave Throws to Frayed Linen Placemats, you’ll bring comfy holiday vibes to your household. And as an extra holiday treat for Real Simple readers, you can save 25 percent by using code SEASON25 (excludes furniture) at checkout....
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The Thanksgiving holiday as we know it wasn’t even established until 1863—more than two centuries after the Mayflower landed in Massachusetts. And pumpkin pies weren’t actually common on American tables until the turn of the 19th century. Curious to know more about the surprising and delicious history behind all the dishes on your modern-day table? Here’s what we found out about Thanksgiving’s food history. Starting with a single bog, Urann went on to found the company that’s today known around the world as Ocean Spray....
“Solar lights, compared to low voltage and line voltage outdoor lights, are safer and more DIY-friendly since there’s little to no wiring required at all,” says Sarah Jameson, marketing director of Green Building Elements. “In most cases, there is no need to bring in an electrician to install it.” With batteries that charge via solar panels throughout the day, solar lights can effectively help your household lower its carbon footprint....
We researched the best self-tanners, looking at products with different formulations, shades, and development times. We also spoke to Natalia Radosz, a spray tan technician and founder of Glow 2 Go NYC, for insight on what ingredients to look for in a self-tanner, what shade to pick, and how to avoid common self-tanning mistakes. Radosz says it’s important to look for a product with moisturizing ingredients: “Self-tanners can dry out your skin, so making sure there is something to put moisture back in your skin is important....
“Laundry baskets are essential for keeping your laundry organized and off the floor, piled up,” says Chantelle Malarkey, an interior designer and lifestyle expert. “It also helps with family members who tend to just toss them wherever they land—specifically with children.” The baskets themselves come in a variety of shapes and sizes, ranging from flexible ones to mesh-material options. To find the best laundry baskets, we researched a variety of picks, keeping in mind size, material, weight, and care....
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Who it isn’t for: People who don’t want a battery-powered pepper grinder. This two-in-one combo set is perfect for people who want freshly ground pepper and salt but don’t want to have to go through the trouble of buying a separate salt grinder. Both grinders are electric, come with two grind settings (fine and coarse), and even have a light attached to the mechanism. This light allows you to better see how much salt and pepper you are putting in your dishes, which helps prevent overseasoning....
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Before creating this list, we researched options and turned to Patric Richardson, the Laundry Evangelist, about the factors to consider when shopping for the best dryer balls. According to Richardson, dryer balls should be firm and smooth, about the size of a tennis ball. We chose the Smart Sheep Wool Dryer Balls as our best overall pick because they are made of 100% premium New Zealand wool, free of chemicals, and available in three designs....
To find the best furniture polishes, we researched various options and top-rated products while considering factors like type, surface compatibility, and formula. We also consulted Matt Hagens, carpenter and founder of Obsessed Woodworking, for tips and insight on how to use furniture polish and what to look for when buying one. “It’s always important to spot test furniture polish, which is most commonly used on wood surfaces,” says Hagen. “Misusing furniture polish on other surfaces can damage your furniture, causing discoloration or fading....
