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Get set up with your next great read. Ready to get set up with a potential new (book) love? What Is a Book Blind Date? Photo:Javier Zayas Photography/Getty Images (In other words, they’re more likely to be a hit!) In fact, Etsy says that searches for “book blind date” have surged in recent years. And bonus: Some creative sellers even include book-related goodies to enjoy while you’re reading. Visit your library Yep, you could get set up on a totally free book blind date!...

Victor Protasio When does a cocktail seem kind of healthy? When it’s this refreshing spritzer made with mint, lime, and cucumber. Then the mint syrup gets blended with cucumber and lime juice. Photo:Victor Protasio The strained liquid gets mixed with club soda and gin for a lightly alcoholicbrunch drink. If you prefer to serve it alcohol-free, swap the gin for more club soda. If you want to mix it up a bit, swap in basil leaves for the mint....

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. Teething Rings…for Your Pet! Photo by Sweet Paws Pup Human babies aren’t the only ones who go through teething! Photo:Courtesy of Birthdate Co. Enter: these teething bracelets, just for your pets! These come in a set of four so you might stack ‘em! A Tarot Candle Photo by Birthdate Co. Photo by Sweet Paws Pup Okay, this is really cool....

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. buyattache.com Out at a bar or coffee shop with not a bag hook in sight? We also found a slew of other clever products that’ll make your life easier and more seamless. Photo:buyattache.com It makes sense, and yet I would guess most people don’t usefiltered H2Owhen they wash their face. Plus, the translucent cover shows you just how dirty the filter gets....

Heres the story behind this not-so-seasonal Christmas celebrationplus how you’re able to celebrate this year. Christmas doesn’t have to come only once a year: That’s the premise behind Christmas in July. What Is Christmas in July? A few years later, the concept hit pop culture when the movieChristmas in Julyarrived in theaters in 1940. When Is Christmas in July? But Christmas in July may have other benefits, too. Channeling snowy weather and readingThe Polar Expressmay actually help youbeat the heatthis summer....

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. Shop the first iced coffee machine (no ice required! ), a heated ice scraper for your car, and a cordless electric squeegee for cleaning. Photo:Kirkland One of my resolutions is quite simple: remembering to take my vitamins. I plan on keeping it in my purse so I can take ‘em wherever I am. I have my eye on a mini steamer (see below!...

It’s probably time to replace your toothbrush (and mascara and lip gloss and razor blades). Or how about a lipstick you’ve been swiping on for a decade? Maybe a greatliquid eyelineryou forgot you bought? realsimple.com We’re all guilty of itbut it’s time to make a change. To make matters more confusing, some products simply don’t suggest any expiration date. You’ll never use germ-ridden makeup sponges, brow wands, eye cream, or sunscreen ever again....

For a more lush landscape, consider branching out a bit by planting a weeping tree. If you want a stunningornamental plantfor your yard or garden, a weeping tree is the perfect choice. Weeping trees offer more than good looks and elegance, however. Photo:Bonnie Donovan/Getty Images They canprovide shadeand help control erosion and excess moisture in the ground. Picking the right weeping tree for your landscape can give you years of beauty and lasting rewards....

A DIY scalp massage not only feels good, it can also help your hair grow. But hey, it’s better than nothing. Let the relaxation began. Photo:Lana Stock/Getty Images Benefits of a Scalp Massage First and foremost, it’s a great way to tackle tension. “Massage provides relief to a tense or tight area of the body, and this includes the scalp. “Over time, this tension can restrict hair growth, potentially leading tothinning or increased shedding....

These compatible plants will help one another grow. We went straight to the experts to provide you with the best companion planting guide for your garden. What is Companion Planting and How Does It Work? Photo:Firina/Getty Images The natural relationships between plants can help improve productivity and health in the garden." She continues, “For instance, it’s possible for you to deter nematodes and aphids with marigolds. Certain plants can help their neighbors grow by supplying nutrients,improving soil health, or supporting them physically....

Unsure what to do with your old cell phone, pots, and canned goods? We’ve got you covered. So, heres a quick guide to donating almost anything in your housefrom gently used shoes to old electronics. Photo:Carol Yepes/Getty Images Clothing and Accessories Clothing for all ages and sizes can bereused or repurposed. The same is true for accessories, such as shoes, bags, and hats. They use the proceeds to fulfill their missions, including Goodwills training and career programs....

What exactly is the point of sipping mushroom tea, anyway? Bianca Tamburello is a registered dietitian nutritionist at FRESH Communications. What Is Mushroom Tea? Photo:Kristina Kuptsevich/Getty Images Simply put, mushroom tea is a beverage of hot water infused (or steeped) with mushrooms. But we’re not talking about your everyday culinary mushrooms like creminis, buttons, or portobellos. The most common medicinal mushroom varieties found in these warming beverages include reishi,chaga, andlions mane....

Know your sticky rice from your jasmine rice. And there are almost as many different types of rice as there are ways to eat it. Still, every rice shares similarities.All rice is brown to begin with. Photo:Valentin Lupu/Getty Images The shorter the rice, the stickier it will be. It also helps remove excess starch, to help achieve a fluffy texture. Once the water rinsing the rice runs clear, (not cloudy) go ahead and start cooking....