If there's a steak on your plate, it needs the proper knife for cutting. Unlike your standard butter knife that may get you by for softer items, a dedicated steak knife will slice through your favorite cuts of beef like, well, butter. There are several factors to consider before buying one, though. “You should be…
A water filter pitcher makes it easier to have great-tasting water on hand, sans heavy metals and contaminants—and can even help you cut back on plastic bottles. Staying hydrated is essential to your well-being, so having the right water filter pitcher can help you hit your daily water goals in a cinch. “I really do…
Every time you set the table is a chance to show off your personal style, whether for a casual weeknight dinner or a more extravagant dinner party. Often we think of utensils as utilitarian items, but a great set of flatware can add just the right amount of flourish to your tablescape while also providing…
My mom and I love exploring local boutiques whenever we travel, and during a recent trip to North Carolina, we stumbled upon a furniture shop with beautiful tablescapes that were decked out in melamine or plastic. We both carefully took a closer look at the table settings because we were shocked that the dinnerware wasn’t…
Few kitchen items get more use than everyday glassware. That’s why the best drinking glasses are versatile enough for everything from iced lattes to evening cocktails. To find the best drinking glasses, we tested 21 sets in our Des Moines lab, evaluating each on design, ease of use, versatility, durability, and performance. We also received…
With the huge water bottle tumbler craze going on right now (have you seen some of those accessories?!), the number of options out there to choose from these days can definitely be overwhelming. But I have one strong recommendation for you: Yeti’s 35-Ounce Straw Rambler Tumbler, which not only has a stylish look and durable…
Streamlining a cluttered home can feel extremely overwhelming. It’s hard to pinpoint where to start and find the right solutions when it feels like your house is full of chaos. While our favorite pro organizers show us the beauty of keeping things neat and tidy, sometimes their hacks aren’t all that affordable—we can’t all have…
Amazon’s fall Prime Day is officially just one day away, but you can already start shopping these epic fashion deals from popular brands right now. There are so many sales dropping on Amazon for its first ever Prime Big Deal Days, happening on Tuesday, October 10 and Wednesday, October 11. During the two-day shopping event,…
A pillow is one of the most personal and important purchases you can make when it comes to getting a restful night’s sleep, but finding the right one can be a challenge. To narrow down the field, we put 70 different pillows through a series of tests in the Des Moines lab and at home,…
Bring a little life into your kitchen—and spice up your meals—by building your own vertical herb garden! Check out these easy-to-follow steps to create a stylish and sturdy structure that even a novice can achieve.