Carly Totten

3 weeks ago | bhg.com | Carly Totten

Credit: Better Homes & Gardens / Walmart Is there a better way to spend a summer day than by the water? Jumping into the pool, boating on the lake, and relaxing on the beach by the ocean are classic summer pastimes. And having  a great beach towel in tow is essential. To keep your shopping short and sweet, our Better Homes & Gardens towels from Walmart are not to be missed, especially while they start at just $12.

1 month ago | realsimple.com | Carly Totten

Credit: Real Simple My mom and I are known to have long conversations about summer style. We both like to have plenty of casual options on hand, which are typically easier to come by. On the other hand, dressier pieces that pair nicely with skirts, white pants, jeans, and even shorts are harder to source. But thanks to Amazon, this year’s summer blouse refresh is a lot easier because the retailer is brimming with options for $30 or less ahead of Memorial Day weekend.

1 month ago | realsimple.com | Carly Totten

During our testing, this steam mop effectively cleaned and disinfected. Credit: Real Simple Your closet of cleaning gadgets is likely already filled with must-haves like an upright vacuum and a handheld vacuum, but do you also have a steam cleaner at your fingertips? These handy devices are surprisingly good for multi surface cleaning and a variety of tasks, including cleaning floors, sprucing up upholstery, and getting rid of stuck-on grime in grout—and with only heat and water.

1 month ago | flipboard.com | Carly Totten

1 hour agoWhat we know as a home cleaning product was once marketed to women for something very different. You might be knee-deep in Lysol wipes and sprays, but did you know that Lysol wasn’t always just a home cleaning brand? Lysol manufacturer Lehn & Fink once marketed its antiseptic disinfectant as a …

1 month ago | bhg.com | Carly Totten

Credit: Better Homes & Gardens Before I started working from home in 2018, I went to an office every day where I had a desk and access to all of the office supplies. When I switched to working remotely, I quickly realized that I needed to completely change my organization habits in order to prevent clutter from overtaking my desk. Years later, I have a system that works for me (or so I thought). But after chatting with Charleston, South Carolina-based professional organizer Jennings C.