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A magic loop, also known as a magic ring or circle, is a crochet technique that is typically used to start a pattern. Read on to learn more.

Rice water can be a great nutrient source for plants in moderation. Stick around to learn how to add these nutrients to your home garden.

You can wash a crochet blanket in the washing machine, but you have to be extra careful. Keep reading to learn all the necessary details.

Animal rescuer Cameron Shoppach has helped his furry friends get adopted thanks to the now-viral "dangle test" that showcases their temperament.

The former oldest living chicken, Peanut, has died at 21 years of age. How long do most chickens live, and why is their lifespan so short?

Just like birthstones, each month has loosely assigned birth flowers. Those born in January have two birth flowers: carnations and snowdrops.

Looking for the best couch material for dogs? These scratch and stain-resistant fabrics will keep your furniture free from pet hair and looking great.

These easy crochet kits from Target, Etsy, and more, are eco-friendly and perfect for beginners. Stick around to learn more about these kits.

If you have a hiker in your life, you know dedicated they are to their hobby. Check out these gifts for hikers for their next adventure.

Short on time? You can crochet coasters, bookmarks, hats, and more in less than an hour. Keep reading to learn more about these quick projects.

Like most crafts, crocheting comes easily to some, but might be challenging to others. Keep reading to learn more about the basics of crochet.

Tomato stains from your leftovers can be hard to get off your plastic containers. Here's a hack on how to get tomato stains out of plastic that's going viral on social media.

From Chanel N°5 to Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille dupes, we've compiled a list of vegan and cruelty-free luxury perfume copycats that don't break the bank.

Subtly abrasive items and household ingredients like jewelry cloths, toothpaste, and baking soda can be used to keep stainless steel jewelry squeaky clean.

An easy home hack uses rubbing alcohol to eliminate body odor. Here's how it can work, plus a few cautions about when not to use rubbing alcohol.

If you're tired of the same old salad, add a little crunch and dash of earthy flavoring with hearts of palm. So, what does hearts of palm taste like?

People often confuse palliative care with hospice care, giving it a bad rap. Palliative care is actually for any stage of an illness, not just end-of-life.

How much body lotion does one person really need? One woman has been criticized on social media for her bath product collection that fills an entire room.

Calling all sustainable travelers! NYC is home to a slew of luxurious and Instagram-worthy green hotels, and we rounded up some of the best.

Some find that using these crystals can help them focus and feel more connected with their surroundings while meditating.

There’s no need to waste your leftover pumpkin. Instead, make pumpkin cream cold foam, create a sugar scrub, or add it to a simmer pot.

Peppermint oil can be used to get rid of pests, clean the house, treat cold symptoms, reduce stress, flavor foods, and more.

People love their pets, but a photo of a deer spray-painted with the word "PET" has raised questions about whether deer can be pets.

Found some old jeans in your closet? Try a few DIYs, consider upcycling, or see if you can recycle them.

Although giving away used bras feels awkward, don't trash them — instead, these organizations will properly reuse and recycle them.

Unfortunately, textile waste makes up a large portion of landfill trash. So, what should you do with old underwear? Here's how to donate old pairs.

Kundalini yoga is often called the most dangerous form of yoga because of its focus on awareness and spiritual awakening, though not everyone believes it is dangerous.

These brands are making cozy and luxurious silk sheets from plant-based and vegan materials.

Acupressure mats are covered in small plastic spikes and are said to provide pain and stress relief by laying on it or standing on it.

The Pine Barrens of New Jersey are notorious for being the burial site of a number of bodies linked to crimes, and many fear that the area is dangerous.

Cupro fabric is made from cotton, and is a vegan alternative to fabrics made from nonrenewable resources — but it also uses toxic chemicals.

People normally can't see stars up close, but research tells us generally how stars would appear. Check out these awesome images of close-up stars.

Some houses are harder to clean than others, which could be due to what is in the home — and these five features definitely make things more difficult.

Fashion designer Rachel Roy opens up about how a rare autoimmune disease inspired her new luxury organic skincare line, Ancient India, and more.

Vintage digital cameras are cool again. You can find the perfect secondhand camera at thrift stores and on popular resale websites like eBay.

Fake spider webs may look festive for the fall, but they're not good for the environment. Here's why you'll want other ways to decorate.

An alternative therapy called a Myers' cocktail involves intravenous nutrient therapy, but it comes with potential risk factors and limited benefits.

A U.K. man has likely broken the record for growing the world's largest onion. Read all about his long journey to growing this massive veggie!

We're rounding up some of the coziest organic cotton pajamas to help you sleep soundly.

A woman posted a flight attendant's alkaline water hack to pee less on a long flight. Here's what science says about alkaline water in your body.