Made with breathable cotton, these 400-thread count sheets have a “wonderfully soft” yet crisp texture and allow air to filter through, preventing night sweats. Their long staple cotton makeup also delivers a high-end experience, which is why shoppers say the sheets “feel like a superior quality.” The durable sheets are also resistant to pilling and fading, allowing the set to be used over and over. To buy: From $60 (was $130); amazon....

To buy: $29 with coupon (was $40); amazon.com. On top of the sheets’ soft texture, you’ll also love their breathability. Unlike other sheets on the market, these have a lightweight feel without being too thin, giving them an airy texture that make them “feel like clouds,” keeping you cool and cozy at the same time. Plus, the cooling sheets allow airflow to filter through, so you’ll never wake up in the middle of the night from overheating....

The Goshi Exfoliating Shower Towel is only $15, but it’s improved my shower routine more than any expensive skincare product I’ve tried. According to the brand, its rip-resistant weave was created by textile manufacturers in Japan to “balance exfoliant effectiveness with efficient cleanliness.” And balance it does: Each towel is made with an alternating pattern of tightly woven lathering threads that foam up soap, and textured exfoliating threads that slough away dead skin....

After a late night, cleaning up is probably the last thing on your mind, but to save some serious time the next day, it’s a must-do. “Humans are creatures of habit, and one of our most common practices is procrastination,” says Merry Maids cleaning expert Debra Johnson. “But my rule of thumb is, as soon as the stovetop has cooled, it’s time to get to work.” If you wait too long, says Johnson, grease and other foods can dry and harden on glass cooktops or gas stovetop grates to the point where it might take you hours of aggressive scrubbing just to clean one burner....

Chatting about your loved ones is as inevitable as wrapping presents at the last minute. If you think you’re above gossip, the data says you’re not. The average person gossips for roughly 52 minutes a day, according to a 2019 study in the journal Social Psychological and Personality Science. But it’s not all smack talk. The researchers listened to the conversations of 467 people for several days—captured by recording devices—and learned that most of the gossip was neutral, rather than negative or positive....

Step 1: Place Your Order Pick a pie, your favorite pie, and order it up. I will not advise you on what type of pizza as the tricks below work for any type—red sauce, no sauce, fresh tomato, thick crust, thin crust, veggie, meat-lovers, and everything in between. Step 2: Preheat the Oven As soon as you hang up the phone, preheat the oven to 500°F and place a baking sheet on the lowest rack....

Thanks to its flat non-slip base, the portable fan can also be placed on office desks while you’re working and kitchen counters while you’re cooking. And since the fan rotates 360 degrees, you’ll be able to feel a cool breeze from any angle. It has two different speed settings, too, but based on the reviews, you’ll still cool down even at the lowest speed. When the battery runs low (it should last anywhere from three to six hours), you can charge it with the included USB cable through your computer or a portable power bank....

The plush polyester fleece offers an extra layer of much-needed coziness this winter, while the internal heating wire evenly distributes warmth throughout the machine-washable and dryer-safe electric blanket, so you can “sleep better than ever.” The detachable controller provides you with 12 heat settings and a 12-hour timer that will automatically shut off the blanket. This design is available in four neutral shades and in twin, full, queen, and king sizes to complement your bedding....

To buy: $30; amazon.com. Utilizing the freezer bin is a great way to store items no matter if you have a side-by-side refrigerator or a freezer drawer at the bottom. The organizer comes in two sizes (12 or 15 inches), so be sure to measure the inside of your freezer to select the right fit—note that most freezers can likely fit more than one bin. And if you really want to up the ante, buy some for the fridge to store snacks and packaged food, too....

Its microfiber material offers a number of perks that give it the upper hand compared to other common towel fabrics when it comes to taking care of your tresses. Cotton towels absorb too much of the moisture from your wet hair, and the thicker fibers can cause friction when they rub and tug your hair, which leads to frizzy or damaged strands. Microfiber is the goldilocks of towel materials—it absorbs just the right amount of moisture, meaning your hair dries without becoming coarse and brittle....

To buy: $50 (was $75); amazon.com. Sure, these warm slippers are made even more cozy with their shearling lining, but there is so much more to love about them than just that. Made from 100 percent Australian sheepskin, they’re pre-treated to protect against stains and repel water, which makes them the ideal choice for cooking, baking, or washing dishes. The rubber sole ensures a non-skid grip and allows for both indoor and outdoor use....

To buy: $27; amazon.com. The rate of water discharge is approximately 2.5 ounces per day, and as your plant’s soil dries, the ceramic cone will deliver the water slowly but steadily and stop once the soil becomes sufficiently moist. To adjust the flow of water, you can place your bowl farther away from your plant and the cone; the lower your water source is, the slower it will dispense and avoid over-watering....

To buy: $29; amazon.com “I was shocked by the wonderful quality of these ottomans,” wrote one five-star reviewer. “They weather sun, rain, wind, and storms on a regular basis, and we have never had a problem with them,” added another shopper. Even though the outdoor footstool has a lighter weight (just under 2 pounds), it can hold up to 250-pounds should you need to use it as a seat or even a table while entertaining—and it has a handle for quick transport around your backyard, deck, or patio....

To buy: $22; amazon.com. “This is a really nice sweater that looks as though it came from J. Crew at less than half the price,” wrote another reviewer. “Soft and well-made. Would buy it again.” To buy: $22; amazon.com. “This is such a versatile part of my wardrobe… I can wear this turtleneck with jeans or dress pants, layer it with a sweater or jacket, or simply wear it alone,” added another five-star reviewer....

Reviewers say they love this serum because it absorbs quickly into their skin and delivers fast results within a few days. One said the product has made such a difference in their skin’s overall tone that they decided to get rid of all of their prescription-strength creams. To buy: $12 (was $16); amazon.com. “I don’t normally write reviews but I had to take time to write about this product,” the shopper wrote....

I’ll admit it: This is probably extra hard on me because I’m a bit of an overachiever. I guess a nice way to put it is that I’m very goal-oriented. In January 2020, I set a big financial goal: to double my freelance income, save for a beach vacation with my family for my baby sister’s wedding, and for my dream trip to hike Havasu Falls. But of course, when the pandemic hit, those dreams evaporated....

To buy: $40; amazon.com. Shoppers say they get a ton of use out of them for safekeeping their expensive china or holiday dishes throughout the year, and noted they’re much more effective than flimsy cardboard boxes. A second reviewer says that this set took over for their old paper packaging, and how easy it has made storing and organizing their dishes that they’re going to order more.

However, I recently discovered a small gadget that makes my askew reality irrelevant. With these handy tools, it doesn’t really matter what potential causes there are for a sheet to pop off because it won’t happen in the first place. All you have to do is clip your bed sheet in place under your mattress at the corners with the bands. Once you tighten the suspenders, they’ll prevent your sheet from sliding up and popping off whenever you roll over too quickly or breathe too forcefully....

Good news for those who plan to build a home in 2021 (or maybe weren’t planning to, but can be swayed by a stunning house plan!): the Lowcountry Farmhouse, along with all of the house plans from Southern Living, are 10 percent off exclusively for Real Simple readers from now through January 10, 2021 with the discount code RS2020 entered at checkout. Build the house plan as is (we honestly wouldn’t change a thing), or customize it to fit your family....

To buy: $250 (was $350); amazon.com. This Bissell model is power personified in a vacuum. It has a motor that spins up to 420 miles per hour while cleaning at the top end of its three different settings—quiet, every day, or max. The Iconpet vacuum is cordless, so you can move around without being restricted by the length of a power cord, and seamlessly transitions to a handheld vacuum or a high-reach cleaner for different tasks around the house....