To buy: $28 (was $35) in queen size; amazon.com. The sheets are made with a blend of lightweight polyester and moisture-wicking Coolmax microfiber, stopping night sweats in its tracks. The sheets are designed to draw sweat away from your body without feeling soaked thanks to their quick-dry features, allowing you to sleep soundly without cranking up the air conditioning. In addition to their breathability, shoppers say the sheets are super soft, smooth, and won’t cling to your skin, which can trap heat and cause unnecessary sweating....

To buy: $9 (was $10); amazon.com “I wish I knew about this product a long time ago,” another reviewer wrote. “I have a grated drain in my stand-up shower, and my daughter and I are constantly clogging the shower with our hair. Since there’s no catch underneath, we have to snake the drain several times a month, and it still gets clogged. These are so easy to use, you literally just place it on top of the drain and lift it off to clean....

“It’s the fact of creating oneness,” says Miami-based journalist, multimedia artist, and hair-braiding virtuoso, Danié Gómez-Ortigoza. “In Mexico, the indigenous tribes say that you should always tie your hair so that your thoughts are not scattered.” A Mexico native, Gómez-Ortigoza is known for her ornate braids decorated with ribbon and canvas textiles for added visual effect (follow her mesmerizing artistry on Instagram @journeyofabraid). For her, braiding is so much more than a style statement; it’s a daily form of meditation....

And though there’s nothing wrong with aiming high, there’s more to perfectionism than the portrayal we see in movies and on TV. To start with, holding yourself to unrealistic standards can quickly become debilitating, wreaking havoc on your mental health. That’s right: Perfectionist tendencies can be both positive and negative. Not only that, but perfectionists—and their behaviors—don’t all look the same. This means that if someone doesn’t fit society’s narrow, rigid understanding of what a perfectionist is and does, it may make it more difficult for them to identify the source of their stress and anxiety, and then make the adjustments necessary to improve the quality of their life....

HollyHome’s metal end table may be just what your entertaining setup is missing. Sure, your outdoor dining table and patio pavers can handle your summertime drink of choice, but an accent table was built for this job. And Hollyhome’s version does it better than the rest. The petite table looks just as stylish indoors as it does outdoors and is built for both environments. Its metal coating is waterproof and rustproof, meaning spills, condensation, and unexpected rainstorms won’t ruin the frame or surface....

“It’s great for people who want a meditative practice and overall detoxification. [It] mentally and physically aligns the body and mind (like meditation) with some motion that helps people feel less distracted and frustrated,” says Gisele Wasfie, doctor of acupuncture and East Asian medicine who is also trained in qi gong and tai chi. The beauty of qi gong is that it can be practiced anywhere at any time. However, you may see added benefits if you do it outside....

When decorating a home you plan to eventually sell, the one rule you need to stick to is to keep your home renovations as neutral as possible. Yes, trends such as statement ceilings and mixed metallic fixtures are gorgeously alluring (and seeing them all over Instagram and Pinterest doesn’t help), but do they have staying power? (Remember: Once upon a time, shag carpeting was all the rage.) And are you sure it’s a trend everyone—or at least most people—like and appreciate?...

The trendy style (which has taken social media by storm) has been dubbed as such because of its plethora of choppy layers, said to resemble octopus tentacles. And while it’s currently all the rage, it’s not entirely unlike other cuts that have been popular as of late, namely the shag and mullet. “It’s a more modern take on the shag, with shorter layers throughout the front and concave, short to long layers throughout the back,” explains Jarrod Shinn, a pro colorist and stylist....

Slow Cooker Safety Guidelines Not so fast, says the USDA. According to their Slow Cookers and Food Safety guidelines, you should always thaw meat or poultry before putting it in a slow cooker. They recommend storing the thawed meat in the refrigerator before adding it in. “The slow cooker may take several hours to reach a safe, bacteria-killing temperature,” the guidelines read. “Constant refrigeration assures that bacteria, which multiply rapidly at room temperature, won’t get a ‘head start’ during the first few hours of cooking....

With over 16,700 five-star ratings, the C-shaped pillow has earned countless testimonials, not just from pregnant women, but also people who deal with chronic pain, have undergone surgery, or just have a hard time falling asleep and consider the product a ″magical″ solution. Because the long body pillow can be twisted into all different kinds of configurations, it’s especially great for side sleepers. “Plot twist: I’m not pregnant,” one shopper wrote....

Made by UK-based Star Brands, The Pink Stuff is a mildly abrasive paste cleaner (and yes, it’s pink!). You apply it using a soft cloth or sponge, gently rub it onto the surface, and rinse it off with clean water. It promises to remove stains and rust from most hard surfaces, including cooktops, saucepans, sinks, ceramic tile, and more. The vegetable oil-based formula is nontoxic and made with 99 percent natural ingredients, including baking soda, quartz, and soap....

To buy: $69; amazon.com. One shopper bought the “lovely accent piece” to tidy up their home office and craft area—and shared that even their cat approves of the top-selling ottoman. They noted that the velvet fabric was “super soft” and the lid was “sufficiently padded” to ensure comfort. A second reviewer commended the durability of the ottoman after they bought the accessory for their first apartment as extra seating. In the two and half years that they’ve owned it, the “sturdy little stool” has served as a temporary office chair and guest room bedside table while efficiently keeping clutter out of sight....

To help shed some light on the hotly debated topic of Halloween eats, the sugar aficionados at CandyStore.com set out to solve the age-old question: What are the best and worst Halloween candies of all time? After reviewing results from 12 online publications and polling 30,000 of their customers, Candy Store created a definitive ranking of the best-ever and worst-ever Halloween morsels that’s sure to raise a few eyebrows. The polarizing best-of list includes tried-and-true treats like M&Ms and Snickers, with Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups claiming the top spot for 2019....

To buy: $40 (was $80); amazon.com. Adult weighted blankets, like this one, are filled with tiny hypoallergenic glass beads that provide just the right amount of heft to give off a calming sensation aka deep pressure stimulation. This semi-light pressure is the reason why weighted blankets can potentially help relieve anxiety and stress and even act as a sleep aid, according to the Sleep Foundation. And yes, shoppers do confirm that it “feels like you’re being hugged on all sides....

The good news? There’s a delicious middle-ground that shouldn’t be forgotten: homemade granola bars that will revolutionize your routine. All of these recipes can be whipped up over the weekend, then enjoyed en-route to school or the office. We recommend taking an extra minute to wrap them individually, which will make the grab-and-go process that much more seamless. The majority of the bars are no-bake, which makes them incredibly low-effort but deliciously rewarding....

I’m not scared of power tools by any means, but when it comes to ease and convenience, I’d much rather not whip out the drill if I don’t have to—especially when decorating an apartment. Home design enthusiasts know that a good hack is worth its weight in gold when it comes to adding the finishing touches around your place, and I found that the strong sticky backs on these hooks from SouLips are no exception....

“Much like myself, they had a strong attraction to Southern, preppy style,” she says. “Inspiration was effortless for my team and our clients, particularly when it came to the inviting blue exterior with the wraparound porch and hanging swings.” Inside, the collaboration continued with the same penchant for naturally inspired shades of open sky, white clouds, floral pinks, and pops of green, which travel from a great room to a kitchen to a playroom....

How to Make an Elephant Halloween Costume Supplies Needed FREE PatternGray hooded sweatshirt (with no zipper)Gray sweatpantsFelt: light gray, white, dark grayStraight pinsHot-glue gun and glue sticksCardboard paper towel tubeNeedle and threadCircus Peanuts candy Step-by-Step Directions With a few supplies and these how-to instructions, you can create your own easy Halloween costume for kids. Customize your DIY elephant costume with your favorite colored and patterned felt. To make the ears: Enlarge and trace the patterns onto paper and cut them out....

Currently, the style we’re seeing all over our Instagram feeds and on the pages of the top interior design magazines is an unexpected combination of wooden cabinets and painted cabinets in the same kitchen. Think, unfinished wood cabinets on the top and sage-painted cabinets below, or a few tall wooden cabinets flanked by vibrant blue fronts. A distinct departure from the all-white kitchen trend, this look is a refreshing mix of modern and timeless style....

Vane’s mission is to rescue farm animals from slaughter so they can live out their lives in peace. His no-kill sanctuary is called Little Bear Sanctuary, a 30-acre property in Punta Gorda, Fla. where animals are free to roam in their natural habitat instead of being locked in cages. Because of its high standards for animal care and business practices, it’s considered a verified “true sanctuary” by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries....