There’s so much beauty to be found in the world, so why not use it as inspiration? Artists and designer throughout history have learned from and used color palettes from nature itself to create their masterpieces and you can too, whether aiming for an ambitious piece of art or simply picking a color scheme for your new kitchen. To help you get some inspiration, Expedia has picked out 10 of the most beautiful places in the world and created color palettes from them that you can use however you like. At the very least you can get some ideas for where you next want to go on vacation! The iconic scenery comes from all over the world, including places like the Uyuni Salt Flats of Bolivia and the Okavango Delta in Botswana, both offering an extraordinary … [Read more...]
Food Trends in People – Are They Right For Our Dogs, Too?
There are some increasingly popular food trends in the human world right now that all target our desire to be healthier, thinner, and let’s face it…prettier. And while we know our pups can’t get any more gorgeous, healthier (and possibly thinner) is our greatest wish for our canine friends. And feeding foods them foods like FreshPet and adding these extra items to their diets will make even stronger. Avocado - Perhaps the trendiest of ALL people foods right now, this yummy fruit is packed with healthy fats, and over 20 vitamins and minerals. However, avocados also contain persin, a toxin found mostly concentrated in the leaves of the plant, but it’s also present in the seeds, stem, and fruit. Dogs are more resistant than other animals to person, but that does … [Read more...]
Important Information About Car Seat Safety
Car seat safety is a hugely important subject, with car accidents being the number one killer of children between 1-14 years old. But we still find that 75% of people are not following guidelines correctly. This car seat safety infographic from Parenting Pod was created by a certified child passenger safety technician to explain simply how car seats work and why you need to install them in line with expert opinion to prevent and minimize injuries to your children. How do we protect against crashes? Adults are well protected by seat belts and airbags to bring them to a stop safely. However, these methods don’t work for children given their size, especially when it comes to their spine which doesn’t support their head during a crash. This is why children need more protection during … [Read more...]
10 Popular Types of Grasses to Plant
It is commonplace to see lawns, recreational areas and other landscapes dressed in the well-maintained grass. In fact, did you know that turfgrass is the largest agricultural crop in North America? However, popular as they might be, people often take for granted the benefits of planting grass. The number one benefit of planting grass is, of course, to the environment. Not only does it reduce air pollution by filtering dust and smoke, it also reduces noise pollution by absorbing and deflecting sound vibrations. On top of that, the grass is a cheap way to prevent soil erosion and improve water quality. Grass is a natural air-conditioner as well. It can also reduce the impact when someone falls to the ground. These cooling and cushioning effects make the grass a must-have for … [Read more...]
How to Fix Common Cooking Mistakes
It might not be often, but it happens frequently enough to be infuriating: having to toss out a pan of cake, a pot of sauce, or tray of cookies because of one simple misstep during cooking or baking. It just reminds us that everything do with cooking is so delicate! A dash too much of this or slightly too long cooking on that can ruin an entire meal. Why don’t we stop feeling bad about our ruined dinners, and pat ourselves on the back for creating culinary miracles almost perfectly every day? That being said, tossing out food can be a bummer, not to mention can ruin a whole month for those of us who are on a strict, unyielding food budget. Never fear! With a little ingenuity and inventiveness, there are ways you can rescue even the most destroyed meals! Adding a tiny bit of a … [Read more...]
The Best Ways to Style a Maxi Dress
Are you excited as I am? Come on, it is almost the maxi dress season! And if you really want to rock it this season, you have to do some homework. First of all, the most important thing is how you’ll style it. In other words, you have to make sure to select the right style for your height, scale, and figure. Also, with the right accessories, you can easily turn it from a beach dress into a trendy and chic or sleek and classy dress as well. Without further ado, here are the best ways to style your maxi dress this season. If you are petite If you are 5′4″ or shorter, logically, you want to avoid looking like a tent in your new favorite maxi dress. So unlike tall women, you will have to be super careful with your selection. Since most of the long garments simply don’t harmonize … [Read more...]
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