Remember the Amy Poehler skit on Saturday Night Live where two of her children wore mop-inspired onesies? The idea started in as a joke in a book of Japanese chindogu (or useless inventions). SNL followed up with the Poehler skit, and then, well, then the jump happened. The Baby Mop became a real thing. More

After hearing how hospitals in Sweden were using a unique cloth to clean with water rather than traditional chemical cleaners, UK designer Steve Pearson was inspired to create a version of his own. In 1995 he partnered with engineer John Park and a group of Korean scientists to create a line of microfiber cleaning cloths called e–cloth.

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With the January Cure in full swing, plus all the organizing posts we've published over the past week, we're trying really hard to help get your home in shape for the new year. Even with all our help, however, sometimes you still need to call in the professionals. Whether you need to get one room or a whole house in order, these professional organizers may be able to help you start with a clean slate. More

Today's assignment makes me smile. For me, this is part of the January Cure that makes it more than just a challenge to organize your home in a month. This is the therapy part. There's plenty of time to scrub (like the floor clean we're doing this weekend), so treat yourself — go grab a bouquet and some cleaners that smell good and are good for the planet!

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Pretty. Darn. Cute. Oh, it's nothing...just a baby riding a Roomba robot vacuum. Because kittens on Roombas are so 2009... More

During the holiday break I had a little personal time to finish a few home improvement projects that were forever on my to-do list, including installing a new hallway rug, hang up a gallery's worth of art and prints, and even paint (just a door). But there was one project I was unable to completer: covering up the cold air welcoming window air conditioner unit (38 degrees in Los Angeles has gone from a novelty to a bothersome issue). Then I discovered this project... More

Most of our readers are probably suffering from the adverse effects of winter's cold and dry air right now (see our humidifier roundup). But conversely, there's one thing that anyone living in a humid environment will appreciate: a good dehumidifier. It's always surprising to discover the amount of moisture that can be extracted from ambient air, and these machines will keep your basements and apartments smelling clean. More

This wood butter recipe is easy and incredibly useful. It's also the perfect thing to make and pair with any wood kitchen accessories you're giving for the holidays, from teak bowls to pretty vintage egg cups.
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We haven't yet seen our first snow day here in Chicago but, it being the beginning of December, it's only a matter of time. A boot tray is a winter essential for any home. It gives you a place to put your dripping, snow covered, salt crusted boots when you come home. And, as the snow melts, the lip of the tray collects the water and prevents messy puddles. Check out these ten boot trays, in different styles and price points. More

Undust Upper / Downer Screen Puff
• $12.95
• Unplugged

From the same minds that brought us the Unlace cord/cable ties I love so much comes another small tech accessory, this one designed to deal with the daily task of keeping the touchscreen fingerprint free. Undust are screen wipe and dusters with a bit of emoticon personality on top of the soft furry shining side, and a microfiber suede for smooth clean up duty. Perfect to keep bedside next to your tablet device before and/or after each use.