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There are various types of reusable sandwich bags available, including flat, stand-up, and wrap options, and several materials like silicone, plastic, and cotton. While all of them are great for sandwiches, Anita Fortes, professional organizer and founder of professional home organizing services A Neater Life, suggests using flat reusable sandwich bags for freezer storage, and standing silicone or plastic sandwich bags for pantry organization. Our top pick for the best reusable sandwich bag is the Stasher Sandwich Bag, thanks to its hardy build that is designed to last....

“Touchless faucets are designed to be easy to use, maintain, and reliable,” says Lonnie Thomas, founder of Mr. Kitchen Faucets. To find the best touchless faucets, we researched a variety of picks, keeping in mind flow rate, spout height, finishes, and certifications. We also consulted Thomas for additional insight. Our pick for the very best touchless faucet is the Moen Arbor Smart Faucet Touchless Pull Down Sprayer Kitchen Faucet, due to this model’s responsive sensor, helpful voice-activated feature, and elegant finishes....

“There’s a good reason why the toaster still lives on so many countertops: It’s a simple appliance that does a great job at making comfort food even better,” says Christine Pittman, cookbook author and blogger at Cook the Story. When shopping for the best toasters, you’ll want to consider not just the size and number of slots on the appliance, but also the number of shade settings it offers. This allows you to choose how dark you’d like your toast to be and change the settings if you’re using a bagel, an English muffin, or a different type of bread....

Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip If there’s one thing you know about me, it’s that I like easy recipes. From these mini calzones to these easy breakfast muffins – I like easy. This baked buffalo chicken dip is just that – easy. It is literally five ingredients just layered on top of each other and baked in one dish. Yep, I said one dish. That means clean-up is also easy. There’s a reason this dip is a staple at all of my family’s parties....

Black and White Party Ideas There is only one rule when it comes to hosting a black and white party – it needs to be black and white including the dress code! We did a black and white party with our friends a few years ago and this year are doing it again for New Year’s Eve. A black and white party makes the perfect party theme for an adult game night, a dinner party with friends, or this case a New Year’s Eve Party....

Easy Sausage Jambalaya Recipe If any of you have had a baby, you’ll know that the last thing you want to do immediately after is cook. This recipe was created the week after I had my little guy last year when nobody wanted to cook. Okay, who am I kidding? I never want to cook unless the recipe calls for at least a cup of sugar like this maple bacon Texas sheet cake....

This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase via these links, I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. I’m not the biggest fan of pie or at least not traditional pies like apple pie, pumpkin pie, or even peach pie. Pecan pie on the other hand I love. Chocolate pie too. And definitely striped delight, which is kind of like a pie with its graham cracker crust....

To buy: $33 (was $38); amazon.com. Equipped with a built-in wringer, a foot pedal, and splash guard, the mop is designed to ensure you’re not just spattering water all over your floors. You can also use the dry microfiber pads to sweep your floors before mopping. It’s easy to control with its 360-degree rotating brush head that’s shaped like a triangle to effortlessly clean tight corners, underneath furniture, and other hard-to-reach surfaces....

“I think this handheld vacuum gets used more frequently than any other cleaning tool in my household—between myself and my partner, we use it at least once a day,” said Brittney Morgan, Associate Editorial Director. “It’s the perfect vacuum for cleaning up crumbs, rogue cat litter, and other small messes, and it doesn’t feel like a hassle to bring it out for every little cleaning task like my stick vacuum would....

Sponsored by: Cricut. All opinions are honest and my own. This post also contains affiliate links. If you purchase via these links, I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. Any time I share Cricut projects, I get asked the same questions over and over again. Okay so if I buy a Cricut machine, is that all I need? Or what tools do I need to use a Cricut?...

The system is based on the idea of setting curly hair free. It’s good for anyone with a history of damaging their hair with heat tools, shampoos, and specific hair care ingredients. In most cases, flat or very loose curls and waves can become fuller and more defined. Curly Girl Method don’ts: Don’t use shampoo (at all).Don’t use heat styling tools (bye-bye, curling iron).Don’t use combs and brushes (let your hair be free)....

Performing your facial at home is easy (and cheaper) than paying $250 or more per session at a salon, thanks to the exfoliating wand. I received the Luxe+ as a sample from the brand, and now I swear by it when my skin is looking dull. And right now, Dermaflash is having an epic early Black Friday sale that can save you 30 percent on its best-selling skincare devices with code 30FORYOU at checkout, bringing the facial exfoliating wand down to $140—plus, you’ll get free shipping....

This post contains affiliate links to products for your convenience. If you purchase via my links, I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. One of my favorite things to make with my Cricut Explore Air 2 is custom cupcake and cake toppers. For my once upon a summer birthday party, I created a simple glitter cake topper to match the castle in my backdrop. And while it may look fancy, the cake topper took me less than ten minutes total to create and that includes creating the file for my Cricut Explore Air 2 to cut....

Claiming as many of the credits you’re eligible for means more money in your pocket at the end of the day, and you could be missing out if you don’t know what to look for. This tax deduction checklist can help you keep track of credits you may qualify for, especially if you’re doing your taxes yourself. Here are some commonly overlooked tax deductions and credits to watch for this upcoming tax season....

Made by Mr. Siga and priced at just $11, this best-selling squeegee is loved by shoppers for its flexible silicone blade, durable yet lightweight design, and serious versatility, among many other features. It’s super easy to use, too—just add water and a cleaning solution to any dirty surface, then take the squeegee to wipe it all off. The result? A shiny, streak-free area that will instantly make the whole room look so much better than it did before....

A type of volcanic rock, a pumice stone is a lightweight yet effective tool for removing stains on hard-to-remove stones—without scratching them. This pumice stone is 20 percent denser than similar models to really slough away stuck-on stains found on your toilet bowl, shower, sink, wall tiles, grill, and more. Despite its tough exterior, its ingredients are odorless, chemical-free, non-toxic, and eco-friendly. To buy: $9 (was $12); amazon.com. A $9 pumice stone may feel like an uninspired cleaning tool, but shoppers are so pleased with the results, they’re calling it “magic....

This stylish PrettyGarden maxi dress is the ultimate fall fashion piece that’s bound to get you tons of compliments at every shindig—and several shoppers can attest to that. The chiffon dress has a beautiful flowy design with a lightweight feel, which is nice if you’re wearing a thick coat or live in a warmer climate. Plus, you can rest assured that even with its thin fabric, reviewers confirm that it’s not sheer....

From a health perspective, all of this is excellent news. Tea—whether hot, cold, black, green, white, oolong, or fermented—has been linked to countless health benefits. Whether you’re a long-time tea drinker or are looking to convert your coffee addiction, we think you’ll find these significant health perks a refreshing read. Heart health For years, research has shown that tea drinking is associated with improved cardiovascular health: it has been linked to a reduced risk for hypertension, stroke, and hardening of the arteries....

To buy: $100; amazon.com. Unlike other disposable mop pad cleaners, the “effective and powerful” Shark VacMop actually sucks up dirt and debris (just like your heavy-duty vacuum) and traps it away in a dirt chamber hidden within the pad. It even comes with LED headlights to expose dust and hair hidden in corners and under furniture. And the best part is the cleaning pad is so thick, you’ll never see those dust bunnies again....

To buy: $68 with coupon (was $135); amazon.com I love how I can instantly set the mood of a room right from with my phone, whether I want a bright and productive environment to work in or a soft, warm atmosphere to greet me after a night out. Using the automation feature, I can turn my lights on and off at specific times, so it always looks like someone is home while I’m traveling....