Always be wary when a group of people crowds onto an already busy metro car. Also be wary of anyone who is standing very close to you on a train that isn’t crowded, as they might be up to no good. Sidewalk Cafe Grab Pay extra attention to your phone and purse/bag whenever you’...
Before hurricane season starts, have your roof inspected. You may want to have truss tie-downs, also known as hurricane straps, installed to fortify your roof against high winds. You may also want to: Check the gable bracing and replace any loose or missing braces. ...
Use a permanent marker or a fabric marker to get designs that stay in your jeans for more than one wash cycle. You may want to trace in pencil first to avoid mistakes. Rhinestones and studs. Use a sturdy fabric-safe glue for durability. Fancy buttons. Replace the button on your jeans ...
If you prefer to use a negative, then you want to use either. Take a look at these two sentences that both make the correct choice: Jay had seen neither the snake nor the wasp’s nest on the next tree, and he was preparing to stake his tarp in that less-than-safe location. Jay ...
Why don’t I need backpack straps any more? Because if and when I can’t wheel the luggage, I can simply carry it by the handle. Since it’s carry-on sized, it’s not bulky and doesn’t weigh much more than 10kgs, thus it’s easy to carry by hand. I could get a carry-on...
Inexpensive compasses are easy to find; make sure that it’s reliable.Once you’ve found a cheap but reliable compass like this, put one in every bag you own.Your bug-out bag, your hiking backpack, your purse… wherever!A compass is a useful survival tool to always have on hand....
Padded and wider straps distribute weight more evenly, preventing them from digging into your shoulder, which is especially important for bags that shall be carried for extended intervals. Not each purse appears the same on each silhouette, which is why proportion is key. If you’re petite, a...
Navigating a cobblestone street? No problemo. Packing up is easy (since there’s not much to pack, after-all), and your carry-on luggage is light enough that you can carry it over rough terrain/stairs/etc with ease, even if it doesn’t have backpack straps. ...
Small purse 6. Leave room in your bag (20%) 7. Lists help, a lot (i) Packing list (ii) Shopping list (iii) Pre-travel checklist 8. Size matters (think compact) and become a weight watcher 9. Think double-duty and multipurpose 10. Minimize toiletries 11. Plan to do laundry 12. ...
Coronavirus (COVID-19) has us all cleaning like mad. Our Cleaning Lab explains how to clean, disinfect, and kill germs on items like remotes, purses, toys, and keys.