16 Wall Decor Ideas To Transform Your Space

A blank wall is a clean slate, unless you leave it that way. If the space is public, take that into account, as guests will obviously be seeing it. The real devotees to this style use decorations intended for model trains to devise whole wall-based villages. via therivermonks.com As an added bonus, it helps stop sound from leaking into the apartment next door. Easy to stick on and peel down....

June 9, 2017 · 1 min · 134 words · Veronica White

The 8 Best Dishwashers To Free You From The Sink

The magic dish box is a marvel of magical modern engineering. So we found the 8 best dishwashers to keep you untethered from the hell of the sink. Its energy efficient, whisper quiet, and even has a snappy stainless look that we dig on. via homedepot.com A slick if gimmicky feature that will cost you.

June 7, 2017 · 1 min · 55 words · Suzanne Martin

Wheeled Winter: The 5 Best Portable Air Conditioners

Portable is a bit of a misnomer when it comes to these trash can-sized units. These are truly the Catch-22 of air conditioning options. The translation is that the higherthe BTU, the more cooling muscle the unit brings to the table. via walmart.com Though, more power means more weight and more noise. ft. range, but can also work on larger spaces, just not terribly well. Where it does outshine much of the competition is in how well it handles humidity....

June 6, 2017 · 1 min · 128 words · Catherine Gonzalez

How To Pick a Lock in 8 Simple Steps

Picking locks has been a maligned skill for far too long. Dont give a shot to use bobby pins a laFallout, or paper clips. Most pick sets have multiple rakes of varying sizes and shapes. via protechlocks.wordpress.com Picks This can range from a basic set of 3 picks to an essentially unlimited number. 12 or 24 are the most common sizes of sets. Usually you want to use your off-hand to do this....

June 5, 2017 · 1 min · 200 words · Jerry Clark

10 Classic Men’s Hairstyles That Are Always In Fashion

As men, were all a little fixated on our hair, especially if its starting to fade away. The male version is similar, but without the use of pins to keep it big and bold. Some product orpomademay be needed to hold it all day. via machohairstyles.com Then blow dry back from the face with a matte paste or light water-based pomade. If youre fighting with it, give up and go another route....

June 2, 2017 · 1 min · 72 words · Erica Baker

13 Self Defense Weapons That Ensure You’re Never Unprepared

Unfortunately, that right is too often trampled by those who prey on the unwary. via amazon.com

May 30, 2017 · 1 min · 16 words · Eugene Harris

Cocktail Creations: 21 Whiskey Drinks You Must Mix

Somehow, the word whisky began as the Gaelic term uisge beatha which translates into water of life. Heres some of the blends that shouldnt be ignored. Much like thecity that never sleepsitself. via chow.com Thats no matter, but to miss out on its bourbon laced treasure is a crime against alcohol. Here you have a Tom Collins cocktail that isjust as sparklyand sweetly sour, butwith bourbonbringing up the rear. Also a handy way to stay warm on a cold night....

May 30, 2017 · 1 min · 113 words · Michael Walsh

14 Amazing Architectural Wonders of the New World

These are engineering and design at their level best. Those looking to visit it will need to trek to the River Tarn in southern France. From bottom to top the entire curvature of the building is a full 90-degrees. via fosterandpartners.com Its a luxury residence complete with gym, spa, and, most importantly, huge wine cellar. It was made to replace the Kaufmanns previous summer cabin, a shanty with no heat nor running water....

May 29, 2017 · 1 min · 97 words · Robin Kim

Day Drinking With The 19 Finest EDC Flasks

Booze has gone from mans best friend to an ugly secret that is kept out in the shed. Get out there with your dashing flask and show them howa refined boozerperforms. Its 8oz of whatever your doctor or bartender requires. via amazon.com It can take 10oz inside, and a world of hurt outside. The body is made to be lightweight and borrows from the Nalgene water bottle design by being completely BPA-free....

May 29, 2017 · 1 min · 121 words · Lori Garcia

21 Summer Rum Cocktails To Help You Forget Winter is Coming

Four various rums of every stripe should be enough to sell anyone. Flavored rum with triple sec helps ease you into the mishmash of orange, cranberry, and pineapple. Equally good when used as anautumnal cocktailthanks to theThanksgiving flavors. via youtube.com Pina Colada While we love the variations, theres some classics that shouldnt be fiddled with. The Old Fashioned is one,the Pina Coladais another. Rum, coconut cream, pineapple juice, and ice is all you need, with a maraschino garnish....

May 26, 2017 · 1 min · 141 words · Felicia Perkins

Timely Timelessness: The 16 Best Bronze Watches

The Bronze Age is seen as one of the earliest phases of human development. Ancon Challenger The Challenger is as entry-level as youre likely to get with a quality bronze watch. Fully capable of being used as a moderate race watch with its Swiss automatic movement and Swiss-made chronographs. via anconwatches.com Flip it over and the inner workings are revealed through a glass window set in stainless steel. Its built with a charming uni-directional bezel that it’s possible for you to stake your life on....

May 25, 2017 · 1 min · 134 words · Carlos Baker

Wearing Suspenders With a Belt and 20 Other Fashion Mistakes

The trick to fashion is the same as sports. Its how to make your Style-Fu strong like bear. Even if youre ashamed of your body and trying to hide it, baggy clothes arent the answer. via articlesofstyle.com They make you look like youre in your daddys suit or trying to take over for the Talking Heads. They should mostly match your pants, or at least be a basic black. Wrong Tie Length Atie should landright at your belt buckle or the waist of your pants....

May 24, 2017 · 2 min · 307 words · Jerome Good

Cook’s Guide To Making the Perfect Charcuterie Plate

Assembling the perfect charcuterie platter seems like an easy feat. In fact, most of us dont even do the cutting ourselves, since were already at the deli. Heres how to go at it. via cbslocal.com Which means that a charcuterie plate or board is going to lean heavily on meat. Make the meat right and everything else will fall into place. Heres the steps to do that. Determine How Much Meat to Serve 2 or 3 oz....

May 23, 2017 · 2 min · 296 words · Kathleen Phillips