Products We Love
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The Colander/Scoop That’s Simply Genius
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You’ll wonder what made them take so long to come up with this idea. It’s not another gadget. I give you my word. A few weeks ago, I was storying my dinner prep. I was frying the chicken strips for one of my (many) favorite Dinner Done recipes, the Crispy Chicken on page 112 (it’s only…
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The Top 20 Items BCP Readers Loved in 2021
There’s some new hits and some old favorites among our top 2021 products: Check out 2020 favorites here and top 2019 picks here. What products did Between Carpools Readers love the most this year?
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Make Any Shoe or Sneaker into a Slip-On with Elastic Shoelaces
Missed the bus too many times because of his shoes? Tie them once and they’re good to go! Do your kids know how to tie their shoes but take too long when rushing out the door? Or are they changing their shoes multiple times throughout the day and just can’t be bothered? Until now the…
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Are Your Kids Shoelaces Always Untied?
He’s too old for those velcro shoes…but too young to make a really tight knot himself. This is the solution. We love this solution for those kids in that in-between stage: They’re wearing lace-up shoes, but they need mom to be constantly tying those shoes for them (or they simply run around all day with…
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The Best of IKEA Can Now Be Brought To Your Door!
Until recently, if you wanted all the good Ikea bargains, you had to take a trip to the store. We all know that once you enter the maze, that’s half a day erased from your life. It can be a fun half day, but we don’t always have that kind of time to spend on…
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Mini Makeup Picks for When You’re on the Move
Do you need mini versions of your favorite makeup staples to keep in your purse? These are my favorites that come in mini sizes. I recently received a sample size of mascara with my M.A.C. order. Obviously, the point of the sample was to hook me onto a new product. And it worked – it’s…
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4 Home Pick-Me-Ups for Under $40
Do certain spots in your home need a little lift? Freshen up in these four inexpensive ways. Is your home looking for a quick pick-me-up? A little burst of cheer in the middle of a long winter? Sometimes all it takes is a small purchase to make a big difference. The following four items have…
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Wish You Had That Perfect, Relaxing Recliner (That Actually Looks Nice)?
Discussions about recliners always lead to debate. The best recliner is usually an eyesore. Well, here’s a solution. You want to enjoy some peace and quiet in your room, but you don’t really want to go to bed. Did you ever wish you had that cozy spot, that perfect chair, where you can get some…
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14 of the Best Beauty Products for Your Makeup Bag
No need to try out all those samples. These expert beauty picks are guaranteed to be a home run. Beauty products often put us in a conundrum. From the outside, they all look the same. But which are really the best and worth our investment? How would we know without trying ‘em all? For answers,…
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Why the 10 Minutes Before Bed is My Favorite Time of Day (+ Best Skincare Products)
It only takes a few minutes to pamper yourself and have skin that looks and feels great. Some skincare tips. Full disclosure: I enjoy spending a few pampering moments washing the day off my face. You know, long days, smog, chaos, an occasional crayon mark, a sticky lollipop/kiss, and the trademark meatball sauce. Mom face.…
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