Author: candacebd
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I Couldn’t Put ‘Yesteryear’ Down—Except for When I Wanted to Hurl It Across the Room
Caro Claire Burke’s ‘Yesteryear’ is dark, twisted and anger-inducing, but one of its core themes is relatable to all of us.
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The 5 Best Candle Making Kits for Beginners (& Supplies to Buy, All Tested with Photos)
If you want to make scented candles at home, you need to try one of these tested-firsthand candle-making kits from Siblings, Paddywax, Makesy and more. They’re worth every penny.
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These Are the Best Candle-Making Supplies Sold on Amazon—& Most Are on Sale for Prime Day
Amazon is a surprisingly good source for wax melters and other big-ticket candle-making supplies at an affordable price (and with speedy delivery).
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Zucchini Spaghetti Makes for One Easy, Feel-Good Dinner
Spiralizers always seemed a little snake oil-ish to me. They promise to turn any vegetable into faux-pasta, but I just couldn’t believe it. Texturally, maybe, but taste-wise? Fuhgettaboutit. Then I received a handheld spiralizer. It sat in my cupboard for months, until one day, while trying to eat like Gwyneth Paltrow (cooking entirely from her…
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The 4 Best Academic Planners & Mid-Year Agendas I’ve Ever Used
From Papier to Blue Sky, I’m sharing the best academic planners and mid-year planners/agendas that I’ve personally tested, along with photos of what they’re like inside. That way, you can find the best planner for your needs.
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Greek-Inspired Beef & Feta Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Thanks to paleo diets and spiralizers, zucchini has never been hotter. It’s popping up in all sorts of dishes, and while I’m a huge fan of my one and only zuke recipe (Can I call ’em zukes? Is that a thing?), I figured it was time to branch out. Enter: stuffed zucchini boats. It sounds…
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The *Actually* Easy Crafts I Turn to When My Brain Needs a Break (Instead of Second-Screening)
Here are the genuinely easy crafts I turn to whenever I want to ground myself and feel productive without launching into a massive project. They’re simple, fast and rewarding—and all relatively affordable.
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Miranda or Andy? 2 ‘Devil Wears Prada’-Inspired Costumes That Don’t Miss
‘The Devil Wears Prada’ is an iconic movie and book, and Andy and Miranda’s looks make for impeccable Halloween costume ideas for anyone in the media industry (or any fans of the flick). Here’s how to get the look.
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Strawberry Tiny Tarts Are the Easy Snack that Adds Whimsy to Your Week
Strawberry tiny tarts are the easy recipe that will add whimsy to your day & they’re a kid-friendly baking project. Feel free to riff on the filling (I like to add peanut butter for a PB&J variety) as you make these pipsqueak pastries your own.
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If Your Downtime = Doomscrolling, Jonathan Adler’s Craft Line Is the Antidote You’ve Been Waiting for
Jonathan Adler just launched a decor, games and craft line with Michaels stores, and it’s chic yet beginner-friendly. Here are my top five DIY project picks after seeing the line firsthand.
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About to Snap? 21 Mini Recharge Ideas to Give You Some Much-Needed “Me” Time
Lately, I’ve felt pulled in a million directions, ready to snap at a moment’s notice. Turns out, I need “me” time. Same? These 21 recharge ideas can help.
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The Béis Diaper Backpack, Reviewed: 2 Years Later, How Does It Hold Up?
Out of all of the diaper bags and backpacks I’ve tried, the Beis diaper backpack is my favorite for daily use. In this review, I’ll share why.
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