Kristen J. Callihan

CNET • 9th September 2021

Avocado Green mattress review: Organic with a luxury feel

Avocado has been able to lead the way in the organic mattress world, largely by making products in an owned California facility and maintaining control over the whole supply chain. Unlike conventional mattresses, organic mattresses are made with natural materials like wool and latex, and they're free of any potentially toxic foams, off-gassing materials or chemical fire retardants. Avocado currently make seven different mattresses, plus bedding, bed frames and furniture.

When I tried out the or

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Bob Vila • 14th January 2021

Buyer’s Guide: The Best Beach Towels

Larger than the standard-size beach towel, this towel measures 70 inches by 35 inches—perfect for spreading across the sand or laying on the grass in your backyard. This high-quality towel comes with reinforced edges to help keep it intact through many uses and many cycles through the wash.

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Your AAA Network • 25th May 2021

Smoking Hot Barbecue Accessories

As the weather warms up, the backyard grill beckons. We sought out the best accessories to give extra flare to your cookouts this summer and the finds don’t disappoint. From lightweight solar cookers to app-connected thermometers and more, we’ve got the barbecue accessories and gadgets to ensure your best barbecue season ever.

If you haven’t tried this handy grill tech yet, it’s time to give it a whirl. The Weber iGrill Mini ensures perfectly grilled meats every time with their app-connected th

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Bob Vila • 5th December 2020

The Best Puzzles for Game Night

Designed to be displayed on your desk or bookshelf after assembly, this puzzle offers more enjoyment than just one night or weekend of construction. Once the project is complete, you can set the 10.5-inch model Earth on the included stand for a bonafide rotating globe―or, if you prefer, you can take it apart and rebuild it again later. Each of this puzzle’s 540 pieces are crafted of premium sturdy plastic and numbered to help puzzlers stay organized while assembling.

Great for helping build to

CNET • 9th September 2021

The best soft mattresses of 2021

Who can resist the feel of a super soft mattress, or the cushy cloud-like feeling they give you when you lie down? Soft mattresses are especially favored by smaller or lighter sleepers (generally those weighing 130 pounds or less), who sink in less than larger folks and feel cradled by the gentle contouring while they sleep. Also, couples, side sleepers and people who just generally enjoy that sensation of sinking down into their mattress tend to prefer softer bed options.

But how can you tell

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Your AAA Network • 19th March 2021

Garden Gadgets You Need This Spring

Gather ‘round, gardeners! It’s time to prepare for spring and get ready to take your garden up a notch. What do you need to upgrade your landscape this year? Get started with a look through our favorite garden gadgets for an instant green thumb.

Get serious about digging with your new Garden Genie Digging Gloves, complete with plastic “claws” on each fingertip. One of the handiest garden gadgets we’ve seen for planting, these gloves move soil and get rough with deep-set weeds while protecting y

NewFolks • 12th July 2020

The Best Baby Teethers and Teething Toys

During the start of the teething process amongst babies, a few things may become more noticeable. Anywhere from two to six months of age, your baby may first begin to experience increased irritability, a mild temperature, rubbing of the gums and biting, sleep troubles, drooling, and a few other possible associated symptoms — not to mention the obvious crying from the pain of their first teeth bursting through their soft gum tissue.

The great news is that you can offer them some relief. Anything

CNET • 9th September 2021

The best mattress for heavy people in 2021

If you weigh more than 230 pounds, shopping for the perfect mattress can be a challenge. You don't want to sink in too far when you lie down, yet you still want enough cushion to provide contour and pressure relief while you rest. Finding the right combination of support and softness for a heavier person can be tricky -- especially when you're not sure which mattress type works best for you and your sleeping position (stomach sleeper, back sleeper, side sleeper and so on). Do you want a firmer m

CNET • 9th September 2021

Best adjustable mattresses in 2021

Shoppers have long been attracted to the customizable positioning of adjustable mattresses and the range of benefits they offer, including improved circulation, a reduction in snoring and relief from acid reflux. Some also come with wireless remote controls, massage features and the option to comfortably elevate the knees, head or feet. But there has been a remarkable recent rise in the popularity of adjustable beds in recent times, especially after remote work increased in the wake of COVID-19.

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Bob Vila • 18th January 2021

The Best Laptop Backpacks for Commuters

This 20-liter backpack, constructed of lightweight, weather-resistant, durable 210D Nylon Double Diamond Ripstop, features an internal laptop sleeve that can accommodate a 15-inch laptop without a protective case or a 13-inch laptop with a protective case. The laptop compartment is separate from the main compartment and easy to access, thanks to the simple buckle at the top.

The back panel is covered in mesh for breathability, while the straps are a harness system padded with dense foam. There