Kitchen Tool School: The Flippin' Awesome Fish Spatula

Let’s start a campaign to re-brand the fish spatula. If you don’t own one yet, my personal favorite is theAll-Clad Stainless Steel Professional Flexible Slotted Spatula. For all you left-handers out there, some brands, like LamsonSharp and Wusthof, even makeleft-handed versions. With all that in mind, I vote to re-brand the fish turner to the flippin' awesome spatula. Who’s with me?

February 5, 2015 · 1 min · 61 words · Amy Dunn

Mail Pilot 2 Is a Gesture-Based iOS Email App Built for Creating Tasks

It was nice, but a little clunky to use. Mail Pilot 2 fixes most of those problems by adding a ton of gestures. The main problem with Mail Pilot was the cluttered icons that made it difficult to get things done quickly. Mail Pilot 2($7.99) | iTunes App Store

February 5, 2015 · 1 min · 49 words · Kristie Nelson

Pay Bills in Advance When Quitting a Job With Nothing Lined Up

There are a handful of reasons for leaving a full-time job with nothing lined up. Maybe you’re becoming a stay-at-home parent. Either way, to make the transition smooth for your finances, consider paying your bills in advance. Many people save a small cushion before they leave a job. in advance, you’ll be in a solid position after you quit. The main thing people need to worry about when quitting is their cash flow....

February 5, 2015 · 1 min · 136 words · Edward Franco

Stop Your Glasses from Slipping Off Your Face with Ponytail Holders

My favorite pair of eyeglasses have had a terrible tendency of slipping off my nose when I looked down. The simple tool that finally has them staying put: ponytail holders. A couple of twists of the elastic at the back of the arms and now the glasses are non-slip.

February 5, 2015 · 1 min · 49 words · Amanda Hicks

The Low-Poly Island Desktop

ReaderSaifali’s desktop looks like something out of a pixelated fantasy game, and we love it. Part wallpaper and a few useful widgets, it’s also easy to set up. Here’s how he did it. We’ll see it, look it over, and if we like it, we’ll feature it! Do you have a good-looking, functional desktop of your own to show off? Share it with us! If your awesome desktop catches our eye, you might get featured!...

February 5, 2015 · 1 min · 80 words · Autumn Gomez

The Truth About Cold Remedies, Explained In a Quick Video

Like hangover cures, it seems like everyone has a sure-fire way to cure a cold. Sadly, sleeping and fluids is still the best solution. The above remedies are what actually work, but they’ve also gone throughthe biggest sickness mythsand debunked them. 8 Sick Remedies That Actually Work - Scientifically| YouTube

February 5, 2015 · 1 min · 50 words · Jeffrey Baird

Ultra-Clicky Das Keyboards, Beat Modem Rental Fees, and More Deals

Most mechanical keyboards are marketed towards gamers, but Das Keyboards are a typist’s dream. While the key caps differ between the two models, they both have the same core feature set. [$50 Fandango Gift Card, $40. Same deal also available foriPad Minisandolder iPads.] These scopes will get you started. This is one of the better Fitbit deals we’ve seen outside of Black Friday. I absolutely love mine. Obviously, these two items pair very well together....

February 5, 2015 · 1 min · 127 words · Richard Allen

What Creative Professionals Do That Separates Them from Amateurs

This post originally appeared onFast Company. Because there is never time. They show up no matter what and do the work. What sets the pros apart from the amateurs? It’s not simply external validation or success. “Most of us have two lives. The life we live, and the unlived life within us. The pros are the ones who successfully overcome that resistance and thrive in the face of it. “The professional tackles the project that will make him stretch....

February 5, 2015 · 2 min · 277 words · Theresa Hernandez

What's The Best File Encryption Tool?

It’s time for a fresh look. For a long time,it was still our favorite pickfor security andease of use. Some people still consider it safe, othersincluding the project’s foundersconsider it compromised. Wediscussed the drama when it happened. Either way, right now it’s time for new alternatives. Sound off with your picks in the discussions below! Maybe it’s open source and has passed independent audits. Maybe it’s free and cross-platform. What makes it the one you’d recommend to others, and why?...

February 5, 2015 · 1 min · 121 words · James Smith Jr.

WillMyPhoneWork Shows Which Carriers Your Phone Will Work On

Figuring out whether your phone will work on a different carrier is a pain in the neck for everyone. Finally,finally, someone has stepped up to fix it with WillMyPhoneWork. Of course, there are more factors to consider. Not the least of which is whetheryour phone is unlocked. However, this will get you a lot closer to the ballpark than random Googling. Or slide a SIM in, where applicable. If you found yours somewhere else, let us know....

February 5, 2015 · 1 min · 77 words · Julie Lucas

Ask What Other Freelancers Do Wrong to Become a Client’s Go-To Worker

Freelancing is a tough, unpredictable business. Lasting clients can make things a little more stable. They won’t always volunteer this and may have a hard time articulating it. But they’ll probably come up with just a little to get you started. For more tips, check out the full post. How to Be a Client’s Go-To Freelancer| WorkAwesome Photo byKarlis Dambrans.

February 4, 2015 · 1 min · 60 words · Willie Harris

Build a Basic Microphone Out of a Matchbox and Some Pencil Graphite

It may not be as nice as a studio mic, but it works surprisingly well! How to Make a Matchbox Microphone| DaveHax

February 4, 2015 · 1 min · 22 words · Miguel Hoffman

Clean Patent Leather in a Snap with Windex

Polish your patent leather shoes with Windex to restore their shine. Simply spray each shoe with Windex, then wipe it away with a clean, dry cloth. Just like that, you could restore your patent leather shoes' luster. Patent Leather and Windex Go Hand in Hand| Beauty Tip Today Image fromkekka.

February 4, 2015 · 1 min · 50 words · Michael Hill