Alia Hoyt

Alia Hoyt · 5 min read Toothpaste is great for cleaning teeth, but there are many more practical uses for it that you may not have thought about trying.

Anyone who's ever indulged in an ice cream sundae or a Manhattan cocktail is more than familiar with the ubiquitous maraschino cherry.

Alia Hoyt, Jane McGrath · 23 min read Young George Washington tells his father he chopped down the cherry tree in this illustration, an incident experts say never happened.

If you're not a fan of the crickets' summertime serenade, there's a pest control solution for you. Turn your backyard BBQs into a chirp-free zone in no time.

Grass stains on clothing are bound to happen, whether it's on athletic gear, shoes, denim, or any number of other garments.

Skunks (aside from the adorable cartoon variety) are not to be trifled with. The associated smell alone is reason enough to keep them at a major

Even the most novice composters have heard of the usual ingredients for the typical heap, like coffee grounds, kitchen scraps, and egg shells. Gardeners who are looking to level up the compost bin should look no further than their own fingernails for a boost. That's right, fingernail clippings are an ideal addition to any

Hooded sweatshirts are a staple in most wardrobes, whether they're worn for athletic purposes or to achieve a casual cool vibe.

Checking every inch of your plumbing for any possible leaks is an enormous undertaking, but a few ounces of peppermint oil can make it much easier.

You probably have a box or two of aluminum foil buried somewhere in the pantry, but are you using it to its full potential? Although the product is a known superstar at wrapping up food items or lining a baking sheet, most people simply have no idea that aluminum foil can actually do so much more.