We’ve got bathmats and bedding and a very French home fragrance solution. What’s that in the air? Sunshine? Happiness? The scent of tulips and their attendant pollen? Depending on where you live and where you’re at, it could be all of those things, but really, what we’re trying to say here is that spring is imminent. And maybe, just maybe, the products purchased by Dwell readers in February, are all one might need to prep for sunnier days ahead. These charming French papers are a very continental answer to the question of how to make a room smell nice with little muss or fuss. Papier d’Arménie Arménie [TAG1]Older than the Eiffel Tower, Papier d’Arménie was born in Paris in 1885 as...
This piece was originally published in High Country News and appears here as part of our Climate Desk collaboration. There is the crumpling, the mess. A marina that once floated in a cove has been towed out of the shrinking lake and dropped in a field of Russian thistle, its metal pontoons partially sunk into dry, crack-crazed soil. Cooler doors stand open—the marina was once known for its ice cream—and conduits hang from ceilings, wires stripped. Any restoration might look like this at the start, might exude the strange ugliness of decay. Dangling Rope Marina, the size of a couple of convenience stores, once sold 1.5 million gallons of gas every year, powering the hundreds of boats that, on any...
Did you know you can pop a balloon using orange peel? This simple science trick is great for parties, as part of a science show or just for fun. You’ll need Orange Several balloons Instructions Cut the orange in half ( ask an adult to help ) Remove the orange from the peel. Squeeze the orange peel over the balloon. It should pop when the juice from the peel hits the balloon. Why does orange peel pop a balloon? Orange peel contains a substance called limonene. When the limonene comes into contact with the balloon, it weakens the latex, causing it to pop! Top tips for popping a balloon with orange peel Blow the balloon up quite big; the bigger...
Photo credit: Canva By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Use. This post may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure policy. Follow us on Instagram for more fun ideas for kids! For those who are artistically inclined, art can be a great source of pleasure. Kids can experiment with various materials, and with various colors and shapes. This is especially true for children who are learning how to draw or paint, which can be particularly challenging. This is why it’s so important to find an easy craft for kids to get into. Artistry is important because it aids in the development of children’s understanding of themselves and their environment, as well as the acquisition of skills. When it comes to art...
Have you ever considered a crafting business as an easy side job to make money at home? If you think that all crafting jobs are limited to knitting scarves, this article is for you! There’s a whole world of crafting opportunities out there. And the best part? These ideas are all easy ways to make money at home. As a full-time mom, I always thought there weren’t any affordable and easy crafting opportunities. But then I discovered the fun, affordable and relaxing crafts that you can make and sell from home. In fact, I used to sell knitted hats to make money when I was home with my twins! So if you’re wondering how you could generate income from your...
