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Display Name: Liz S.
Personal URL: http://ebarrett3@gmail.com
Member Since: 11/20/09

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I can also recommend "Quiet Rain" from Glidden as a good color match for that wall. It comes out a little more blue than grey, which looks fabulous with a lot of white trim. It actually might be a little lighter than that color judging by the second photo when it's in shadow.


Get the Look: Pastel California Kitchen Style & Renovation Resources
5/29/13 8:28 PM

I agree with @Ohwoah about the IKEA ones. I have put them in the dishwasher, although it doesn't specifically say you can, and haven't had any issues. But then again I don't use the heat-dry function when I do.


Recommendations for Durable, Dishwasher-Safe Cutting Boards? Good Questions
12/19/12 11:08 AM

We only have a small Cuisinart food processor to serve both purposes, and honestly it doesn't do anything very well. I mainly use it for smoothie and hummous making and it's hit and miss. It also starts to smell of hot metal if you run it for any length of time that isn't a short burst. But I've never had a blender that could also do food processing very well.
Point is, make sure whatever you buy is worth your money. Luckily mine was an unsolicited gift.


What's Better for a Small Kitchen — a Blender or a Food Processor?Good Questions
7/12/12 10:20 AM

I used to like them too, until I thought about what goes into them. They use a petroleum (as in gasoline) base. And look at those black soot marks in the middle jars. That's getting into your lungs and is now all over your house. I now avoid all artificial air fresheners.


Confession: I'm Obsessed with
Yankee Candles

7/2/12 3:08 PM

For my laptop I use a book (usually an old yearbook), positioned to not obscure the fan. It's free, and doesn't use up one of my baking racks.
For other electronics we prop the feet up with tiny cardboard squares, cut from the original packing, to give them an extra bit of lift.


Simple & Smart: One Easy Thing You Can to Do To Keep Your Tech Cool
6/1/12 11:42 AM

@KAS_VIC My mom had/has one too, and as soon as I moved out, I was gifted one! I love it!!!!


Smart Tip: How To Core a Head of Iceberg Lettuce in 3 Seconds Video
5/31/12 10:55 AM

I thought this was also common knowledge. I've never seen anyone do anything differently. The garlic peeling video was interesting, but I think way more people will already know this one.


Smart Tip: How To Core a Head of Iceberg Lettuce in 3 Seconds Video
5/30/12 9:15 AM

I believe it's sometimes referred to colloquially as "Train Time" or "Train Schedule Time" in the UK at least.

Anyway, I switched my phone to this years ago mainly so I would be quicker at recognizing and converting the time. Subtracting by 12 is now my speciality ;)


Why You Should Switch Your Cell Phone to Military Time
5/15/12 2:18 PM

Bananas have a tendency to make me really full actually. Also a little bloated.


Feeling Hungry? Grab an Orange!
5/8/12 9:40 AM

I use the "notes" or "notepad" feature on my phone. Uses less memory, and easily categorized - not to mention I could use code which makes something sensitive more secure.


10 Snapshots You Should Keep in Your Phone's Photo Album
5/2/12 2:27 PM

My grandmother turned me on to a mixture of 1tbs ammonia + 1/2 cup of peroxide, apply with a small dropper for dribbles and blot with paper towel. Of course, this is for light color carpet etc.


How To Remove Red Wine Stains: What's Your No-Fail Trick?
4/27/12 9:52 AM

My favorite thing about IKEA is browsing the website and catalogue BEFORE I go to the store. That way we can look at exactly what we want, make a decision (either before, or quickly there) and be done.

If shopping is stressful, you're doing it wrong.


IKEA Meltdowns: Do They Happen To You?
4/17/12 3:10 PM

Is it just me or does that first stock pic make it look like someone's about to do coke off that iPad? No?


Last Minute Tech Tools & Tips to Beat the Tax Deadline
4/13/12 1:37 PM

Brilliant for beginners!! I'm ashamed that I can't use chopsticks properly. I am not ashamed to try training chopsticks if it means I can eat my food before it gets cold!


The Chork! Yes, It's Chopsticks and a Fork
4/13/12 11:00 AM

Oh great. More photoshopped things that will appear on Pinterest and taken to be real. Just what it needed.


Fictional Homes: The Fantastic World of Filip Dujardin
4/11/12 10:53 AM

@Jasmineisdomestic dishwashers still take less energy and water than hand washing. Also....you don't have to hand wash!

I wish more apts would consider doing this. We have a tiny kitchen but a full-size dishwasher that we have trouble filling up every week. We could really use the extra cabinet space one of these would free up.


Small Dishwasher Options for Small Kitchens
4/3/12 10:04 AM

We find that Roku is superior to Apple TV in just about every way.


A Simplified Entertainment Setup For Your Small Space
4/2/12 11:46 AM

The link doesn't say, but is the catalytic converter a thing you can have replaced with a plastic one? There was a bout of repeat car-part thefts in my area and some body shops started replacing the parts with plastic ones that still worked and wouldn't be attractive to thieves.


What to Do When Theft Hits Home
3/29/12 1:56 PM

First of all, *everything* looks good with grey. Second, I think you can paint just as you've said and it would look fine - think of the stairs part as an "accent" wall.


Color Help for Awkward Entryway?
Good Questions

3/29/12 9:39 AM

I'm with @kestrel127, eat it like ice cream. Oh yeah.


Baker's Tip: What to do With Leftover Buttercream?
3/27/12 5:14 PM