If you like the look of an upholstered bed but aren’t investing in new furniture, here are two ways to get that modern look. There are lots of issues with metal frames and box springs. Bed skirts aren’t always easy to deal with and they can get messy. Then, they typically only cover the metal…
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How to Use the Same Small Appliance for Meat and Dairy
Replacement parts don’t actually have to replace a broken part. Get a second set of blades, beaters and bowls and you can use the same appliance for both meat and dairy prep. My Braun food processor has been going strong since I got married. For all those years, everything I prepared in that food processor…
Do You Need to Sharpen Your Knives? Forget the Steel. This is the Easiest Way.
Have you been working with dull knives? Now you need no skill or know-how at all to get ‘em sharp again. If you use a better knife, then you might agree with me. Sharpening them is annoying. I tried using a sharpening steel, but it never really worked for me. I don’t know how to…
The 9×13 Life Just Got Real
It was always real, we know. What got real is the 9×13 pan. We all love a good 9×13 recipe. Make it a BCP 9×13 life recipe and you know you are onto something worthwhile. These recipes get us, they are for real people living real lives (insert here whatever it is that makes your…
The Simplest Way to Control the Devices in Your Home
Do you find it hard to keep the devices locked away? What’s the first thing your child says when his hour is up and it’s time to hand back the Nintendo Switch? He says this right when you’re standing there, ready to tuck it away in your little hiding place. “Waittt! But it needs to…
This is What Happened the Night My Family Was Saved
This is a true story about the night that carbon monoxide filled my home. We were renovating. Forever. The carbon monoxide detector had been removed from the ceiling adjacent to the garage door. Then it was on the steps, then in a toy box, and then it made its way onto the dining room table….
How You Can Pay Half Price for All Your Meat and Poultry
And what’s more, it’ll all be delivered straight to your door. That’s what Dependable does. Get $30 off your first order at Dependable Foods with code BCP30 How much money would you save if all the chicken and meat that you bought, literally costs half the amount? And how amazing would it be if you…
You Subscribe and Save What?
We know about paper towels and diapers, but what are some of the less common items on your subscription list? Let’s back up a moment. What is Subscribe and Save? If you have Prime from Amazon, you probably know that if you have a standing “subscription” order of an item, you save 5% on each…
Which Generic Brands Are the Best?
Everyone knows which name brand items are of high quality and reliable. But what about those generic brands? Some of them are just as good (or better) at a much lower price! We crowdsourced to see which generic brand items you love from which stores so you can save money without compromising on quality. Kirkland/Costco…
The Best Outdoor Toys for Summer
There are some toys that just go hand in hand with outdoor fun. Here are some of our favorite outdoor toys that will entertain your kids and will last for years to come. (Originally posted in 2018 and updated in April 2020.) I love anything and everything made by Step2. The designs are intuitive, the…