We researched and reviewed top kitchen play sets for kids, evaluating important attributes like durability, educational elements, and included accessories. Based on those factors, we chose the KidKraft Homestyle 2-Piece Kitchen as our overall best pick for its stylish exterior, two-piece design, and additional laundry element. Here are the best kitchen sets for kids so that they can “cook” their own creations just like their parents. This kitchen set has a vintage style and isn’t just one piece, but two....

Here are the best places to buy bathroom accessories, so you can shop now and save time later. While many pieces at Anthropologie are investment-worthy and a bit of a splurge, there are deals to be had. You can stock up on pieces that fit within your budget, or even pair a few splurges with a few saves. If there’s any downside to all this freedom, it’s that it can be hard to dig up the true quality items among the sea of choices, and overall, you’re less likely to find premium materials....

“Find unique, one-of-a-kind housewares from this global marketplace of independent sellers both big and small.” Uncommon Goods “Known as a great place to find uncommon gifts, this site also has unique home accessories for every room.” Food52 “In addition to recipes and great finds for your kitchen, this site offers interesting accessories for the bedroom, bathroom, and outdoors.” CB2 “Known for midcentury-inspired furniture, this company also offers other home accessories including table runners, mirrors, throws, and tableware....

We researched the best 15th anniversary gifts available from traditional crystal to modern picks, considering the sentimentality, practicality, and price of each. Our favorites include stunning 10K Gold Hoop Earrings from Macy’s and the Waterford Elegance Champagne Belle Coupe Set for the couple to celebrate with day of. Here are the best 15th anniversary gifts. As you might know, each anniversary has a gift theme—paper for the first year anniversary, cotton for the second, leather for the third, and so on....

While there are some board games that might be complicated or have an adult subject matter, most are appropriate for all ages, making them a great way to spend quality time with the family. Now is a great time to add some new options into the family game library, perhaps one that makes you sing or escape an island. Below, find the great deals on board games. A fast-paced, silly card game where the object is, naturally to avoid an Exploding Kitten....

We researched countless products, looking for uniqueness, customizability, meaning, and appeal to different types of people. Our favorites include the Custom Flower Birth Chart, the Sugarfina Champagne Bears Party Pack, and the Allbirds Wool Runners. Here, best gifts for your partner’s mom. Note that the art piece comes in a digital file only, which is ready to ship one to three business days after you’ve placed your order. All PDF’s come in the vector format, meaning they’re ready to print at any size and are fully editable....

Here, learn the five golden rules of organization to straighten up your space. For example, place your drinking glasses in one cupboard and your dinnerware in another. It’s also helpful to gather up all the books in your home and store them inside one streamlined shelving unit. Rather than using the same closet to keep linens, cleaning supplies, and stray tools, choose specific areas for each group. When everything has a place, you’ll be more likely to put things away promptly after you’re done using them....

Below, our picks of the best towel racks. The chrome finish looks very modern, and can easily fit in with most décor. If your ceilings are high enough, it would be great over the toilet or behind the door. The shelf can hold extra towels and toiletries while the rack can be used to dry used towels. There is a double rack effect on this model, so the back can hold towels you are using while the front can hold nice hand towels....

We tested and researched dozens of popular brands for gifts that are useful, timeless, and pretty wallet-friendly. Etiquette consultant and owner of Mannersmith, Jodi RR Smith gives some advice on where to start: “The tricky part is finding out what the receiver would really like. To do this, you must be a detective. Start to listen to the person. What subjects do they talk of often?” With these thoughts in mind, our list includes a comfy robe from Snowe, a wine bundle from Avaline, a beautiful bouquet from UrbanStems, and so much more....

Our top pick, the Winsome Satori Stool, is sturdy, affordable and has a contoured saddle seat and support rungs for added stability. Here are the best bar stools, according to our in-depth research. It’s hard to go wrong with a classic wooden saddle-seat bar stool. This basic, space-saving shape has been around for decades, and the backless seats can scoot almost all the way under the countertop to give you more wiggle room when not in use....

Our favorite, the Three Posts™ Amelia Porch Swing, is ready to hang, made of durable wood-replacement plastic, and comes in 2 widths and several color options. Here are the best porch swings. What do buyers say? 900+ Wayfair reviewers rated this product 5 stars. The Three Posts Amelia Porch Swing is our best overall pick because of its classic, well-made design and range of color options. Made of weather-resistant, proprietary marine-grade lumber, this swing offers the look of natural wood without any of the maintenance....

We researched and tested dozens of laundry detergents, choosing our top picks for babies, sensitive skin, and sportswear. Our best overall pick, the Tide Original Liquid Laundry Detergent, infuses clothes with a pleasant yet subtle scent, tackles tough stains, and is formulated for high-efficiency washing machines. Here are the best smelling laundry detergents. What’s the first thing you think of when you think about laundry day (besides the overwhelming pile of clothes staring back at you)?...

We researched the top glass shower door cleaners and considered each one’s cleaning ability, scent, ingredients, and environmental impact. Products with an EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) Safer Choice certified logo may be safer than other brands on the market. Our top pick is the Rejuvenate No Scrub Soap Scum Remover because—as the name suggests—there is no scrubbing involved, it’s powerful yet nonabrasive, and it leaves behind a streak-free shine. Below, the best cleaners for glass shower doors based on your needs....

Using expert insights into temperature-regulating materials, research, and testing, we judged standout options for every sleep style and budget. Based on our findings, our number one pick is the Cocoon by Sealy Chill Hybrid Mattress, a foam-coil hybrid with temperature-regulating technology and a cool-to-the-touch cover. Here are the best cooling mattresses on the market. This 12-inch-thick hybrid mattress combines CertiPUR-US certified memory foam with fabric-encased coils to minimize motion transfer and support spinal alignment in any sleeping position....

When browsing options, Decorist designer Emerie Forehand says, “Go off the scale or size of the lamp and how much light it puts out to consider whether or not the light is good for the task at hand.” Our favorite is the Blomus Ani Lamp, a versatile, rechargeable LED light you can hang from the ceiling or place on a flat surface. These are the best cordless lamps currently on the market....

Seeing Birds by Feeding The most obvious benefit of feeding birds is simply the enjoyment their company can bring us. While birds will naturally visit any backyard, adding feeders and different food stations will attract more species, from hummingbirds and tanagers to sparrows, chickadees, woodpeckers and other unique species, and many backyard birders keep “yard lists” to track the different species they see right at their doorsteps. The colors, songs, and behaviors that birds bring with them can all be enjoyed by dedicated backyard birders, but there is much more to appreciate by feeding birds....

Houzz’s 2021 Kitchen Trends report shows that of homeowners planning to upgrade or update their kitchen cabinetry, white still holds the top spot for color choice (41%). Before you start perusing paint chips or shopping for new storage for your chef, consider the practical side of the matter. We spoke with several homeowners about white kitchens. Here are five reasons white kitchens can cause big problems: It’s Hard to Keep White Cabinets Looking Nice White kitchens mean a lot of maintenance, especially with wood....

Even after getting married, John and Primm still wanted to keep their friendships across the globe alive and well. So, in 1969, they created a calendar to send to those loved ones. According to their daughter Crispina ffrench, they only made a dozen calendars that first year. But each month showcased a different technique, from watercolor to collage, charcoal to silkscreen, and everything in between. “Their friends loved their calendars that first year and John and Primm loved collaborating on their gift making,” Cripina tells The Spruce....

If you are new to composting, then there is a way to go about it. You have to feed the pile appropriately to make sure that microorganisms that are breaking down the mix are not overwhelmed and can multiply. Composting includes a balanced “browns mix” and “greens mix.” Here’s what greens and browns mean: Greens are materials that are rich in nitrogen or protein. They are also the items that tend to heat a compost pile up because they help the microorganisms in the pile grow and multiply quickly....