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Written by Kathryn O'Shea-Evans – Jan 29, 2021

The Meal Prep Tools You Absolutely Need in Your Kitchen

Quarantine life came with many lessons—from the practical to the downright sanity-saving (yeah, you really *should* leave the house for a walk at least once a day). And in our family, some of the greatest...

Written by SwearBy – Jan 6, 2021

These Products Will Help You Stick to Your New Year's Resolutions

Despite what all of those social media posts say, a new year doesn't have to mean a new you (after all, what's wrong with the old you?). But if you like to commit to new...

Written by SwearBy – Dec 19, 2020

Best Gifts That are Under $50

Finding the perfect gift while not breaking the bank is a bit of an art form—it's all about finding a supremely awesome gift at a reasonable price point, and trust us when we say that...

Written by SwearBy – Dec 10, 2020

The Ultimate Gift Guide for a Cozy Night In

When in doubt, give the gift of cozy. That's not an official motto for holiday season shopping, but it should be because you really can't go wrong by choosing a pair of fur-lined slippers or...

Written by Kathryn O'Shea-Evans – Dec 5, 2020

Call it the #TreatYoSelf Christmas: Gifts for YOU

Once you’ve purchased, wrapped and sent off gifts to everyone on your list, it’s time to wow the very best friend a gal could have, the one who will NEVER leave your side: yourself. You...

Written by SwearBy – Nov 13, 2020

The Best Gifts for the Newly-Minted At-Home Chef in Your Life

We all know someone who spent much of this year discovering all that they can do in the kitchen. They killed it during the bread-baking portion of quarantine, and have since started branching out to...

Written by Jing Gao – Oct 16, 2020

Cooking Essentials You Need to Prepare Authentic Chinese Food at Home, According to Chef Jing Gao

Chinese cuisine, and Sichuan food in particular, is all about balance, flavor, fragrance and mouthfeel, working in conjunction to dance across the palate. Its chefs have always been known to do more with less, creating...

Written by SwearBy – Oct 12, 2020

Products to Keep an Eye on Come Prime Day

As you probably know by now Prime Day has been announced for October 13 and 14 this year, and you know what that means: there are about to be some killer deals on Amazon. Now,...

Written by Karla Lint – Sep 28, 2020

The Best Coffee Makers & Gadgets to Make the Perfect Latte at Home

Making our coffee in the morning is a sacred ritual that we absolutely cannot live with out. Much like the beloved Gilmore girls, our daily dose of caffeine brings us joy, keeps us friendly, and...

Written by SwearBy – Sep 8, 2020

Secrets for Designing with Color & Pattern, Courtesy of Rebecca Atwood

Among certain members of the design cognoscenti, Rebecca Atwood is something of a living legend. Armed with a BFA from the Rhode Island School of Design, the Brooklyn artist and designer cut her teeth in...

Written by SwearBy – Aug 31, 2020

SwearBy Editors Share Their Favorite Quarantine Buy

I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but you probably already know — most of the country is still practicing safer-at-home practices. Yes, September is basically here and we've spent the majority of...

Written by Kathryn O'Shea-Evans – Jul 24, 2020

Kitchen Gear That Will Make Your Mother-in-Law Jealous

We may never have a kitchen as perfect as the ones in Nancy Meyers’ movies — with a $40,000 range and Provençal sunlight streaming in cinematically — but we can have the perfect cooking gear....

Written by Karla Lint – Jul 20, 2020

9 Products to Keep You Cool in the Heat

The temperatures are rising, folks. And while we might be able to crank up the A/C or go for a refreshing dip in the pool, these options aren't always available. Sometimes, you need back-up, like...

Written by Kathryn O'Shea-Evans – Jul 17, 2020

Summer Cocktail Must-Haves That'll Make DIY Happy Hour Feel Fancy

Beachside cocktails. Lakeside cocktails. Rooftop cocktails. Backyard cocktails. Wherever you’re tippling this summer, drinks taste better al fresco — and with these insider extras and bartender-approved gems, all beloved by SwearBy’s coterie of cocktail enthusiasts.

Written by Karla Lint – Jun 29, 2020

The Picnic Essentials You Need to Dine in Comfort & Style

Your summer activities might look a little different than planned, but picnics are not off-limits (so long as you maintain your distance and wear a mask!). However, the trouble with picnics is, well, they can...

Written by Kathryn O'Shea-Evans – Jun 23, 2020

10 Secrets to a Perfect Summer BBQ

There’s a primal satisfaction that comes along with every summer barbecue. Something about charbroiled meat in the open-air brings out our inner fun-loving cavewoman, and we like it. And although a BBQ’s simple pleasures are...