DIY Lite: Make an Herb Garden from Kitchen Recyclables

Wire clothes hangers are inescapable. They seem to multiply overnight, and they pile up every time you go to the cleaners. Instead of throwing them out, try one of these clever ideas for repurposing this common closet necessity.

Declutter your home without adding more trash to landfills with these creative upcycling ideas.

You already know the value of spices for giving the dishes you love that perfect savory or sweet taste, but you may not know that many of the spices found in your spice rack are good for more than just seasoning foods. In fact, they’re good for many things that have nothing to do with food. We’ve rounded up 13 unusual uses for the spices in your kitchen. Click through to find out how to get the most out of your spice collection.

“Leftover wine” may seem like a freak of nature, a mythical beast along the lines of fairies and unicorns. But sometimes, even the most dedicated oenophiles simply can’t polish off an entire bottle—and once a bottle’s open, the clock starts ticking on the wine’s drinkability. But don’t let that unconsumed wine go to waste. There are dozens of ways to put it to good use, both in the kitchen and around the house. Here are just a few unusual applications for wine.

When used imaginatively, ordinary items can have practical magic. Here’s some inspiration for employing everyday household goods in unusual—and helpful—ways.

Zipper-close plastic baggies aren’t just for leftovers and school snacks. Learn how handy they are for organizing, gardening, DIY, and even pest control.