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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Of all the recent additions I’ve made to my home, this set of gorgeous ceramic Vancasso bowls on Amazon has to be one of the best. Not only are they beautiful to look at, with an eye-catching blue-and-green spiral color scheme, but they’re durable, inexpensive, and perfectly sized—which explains why I use them for everything…
I love a neutral aesthetic in my home. I’m not opposed to color and certainly incorporate it to avoid an overly bland look, but natural colors make everything appear clean and coordinated, which is why I’m constantly eyeing Joanna Gaines’ Hearth & Hand with Magnolia line at Target. The latest collection is filled with soft,…
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…
Although I’ve updated a lot of my kitchen appliances and accessories over the years, I’m a bit stuck in the past when it comes to my tableware. Many of the plates I rely on have been used so many times that they’re covered in chips and scratches, and my cups, well, let’s just say they’ve…