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When improvising in the kitchen, I like to "eyeball" measurements, as Rachael Ray would say. But if there's one scenario when I like to be exact, it's baking. While I'm rolling out dough for anything from tarts to pizza to shortcakes, I prefer to be precise, because variations in size can have a significant impact on baking time. That's why I always keep a ruler handy — so for instance, I can Read more
Boyfriend got a ruler tattooed to his inner thigh so he can measure his manhood when need be. I'm sure all the dudes in the locker room are jealous — or maybe not, depending on the ruler's final verdict. Methinks someone's placing too much emphasis on the size of his ship. Why give the mighty ruler a leg to stand on when men can be measured by a plethora of other qualities, such as how douchey Read more
If you've got an iPhone, here's a nifty tip that will instantly put a ruler in your hand. Billy Chasen has ingeniously created a digital ruler that will fit your whole iPhone screen so it looks like you have a real ruler. All you have to do is add it to your pictures and sync it onto your iPhone (although don't try to do it online as the dimensions will be off). Now you have an iPhone that does Read more
Sacha Baron Cohen is everywhere this week with his new film The Dictator. But before he played the tyrannical ruler, even before Brüno and Borat, he was simply known as Ali G. Here he is interviewing David and Victoria Beckham back in 2006. This video includes a double bonus because you get to see Victoria adorably laugh out loud. The video itself is actually pretty hilarious too. Read more
If you're like us and read the entire Hunger Games trilogy in a week, you're ready for more novels set within a dystopian future where citizens are nothing but pawns for a totalitarian ruler. Round out your science-fiction collection with these four tales of a frightening fate. Read these books and make sure the future is nothing like what the author warns us about. Of course, we might like it Read more
Donald Sutherland's enthusiasm for The Hunger Games was contagious when we spoke with him at a recent junket for the movie in Beverly Hills. The veteran actor was so engrossed in the book and his character, President Coriolanus Snow, that he and director Gary Ross actually created two new scenes featuring The Capitol's ruler. He also talked about the emotional impact he knows the final scene Read more
We don't just have the epic battle of Katniss Everdeen fighting for her life in The Hunger Games movie to look forward to — it sounds like we're also going to be treated to a pretty epic soundtrack. The full tracklist has just been released, and though there's a big presence of country/pop star Taylor Swift, there's plenty of indie cred too, in the form of artists like Arcade Fire, The Read more
I'm happy to present a post from Stylelist Home! Trays are one of the most useful home accessories, so they make a great starting point for a mini-makeover. Exhibit A: This Craft Of The Day. You can lay the finished tray on the coffee table to contain remote controls, put it on the kitchen counter to catch house keys, or use it for a romantic breakfast in bed. Keep reading for the how-to! What Read more
Storage items keep us from staring at the clutter, but what keeps us from staring at the storage? This clever DIY solves this design riddle. It's, of course, a secret storage box! A wooden box, framed artwork, ruler, pencil, and a couple of screws are all that you need to create your own sneaky clutter stash in just under an hour! Simply place your box on any high surface, such as a shelf or Read more
Having an organized workspace will streamline your schedule and boost your productivity, so take some time to assess your desk situation and sort your supplies. Whether you're in need of a major overhaul or just a mini makeover, you can follow these six easy steps to create a clean, clutter-free desk space. Clear it all out. Before you can arrange your things or add new supplies, you'll need to Read more
