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Riding the Wave Feb. 13, 2024
We hadn't had the new microwave that long when, all of a sudden, it decided it just didn't want to m... Read More
A Little Appliance Know-How Can Save a Lot of Money Apr. 20, 2022
If you've been reading this column for any length of time, you know that my husband and I have repai... Read More
Why You May or May Not Need an Air Fryer Dec. 06, 2021
Air fryers are sweeping the nation. But what is an air fryer? How does it work? And, most importantl... Read More
Window Air Conditioner: How to Fix It, Clean It and Make It Like New Jun. 09, 2021
The heat of summer will soon be bearing down, giving millions of window-mounted air conditioners a r... Read More
Are You Ready to Make the Switch to Induction Cooking? May. 31, 2021
During the 18 months that we lived in a tiny apartment in anticipation of our move from California t... Read More
Are High-Efficiency Washers Worth It? Apr. 28, 2021
It's time once again to reach into the mailbag to answer a question from my dear readers. It's kinda... Read More
How to Afford the Big Stuff Nov. 05, 2020
You don't need me to tell you that we're living in uncertain economic times. One day, stocks are pl... Read More
What the Big Print Giveth the Small Print Taketh Away Sep. 24, 2020
Have you ever wondered how retailers can possibly afford to offer the no-interest, no-payments, no-m... Read More
Replace or Repair? Jun. 29, 2020
You're worried the washing machine may be on its last spin cycle. It makes a horrible screeching sou... Read More
How to Steam Clean Your Microwave Apr. 27, 2020
There's no doubt about it; I've got spring fever. My daffodils are peeking their tiny heads through ... Read More
Best Inexpensive Can Openers Apr. 07, 2020
A can opener. A simple tool that is mandatory for every kitchen. Whether you're a student living in ... Read More
Best Inexpensive Small Kitchen Appliances Mar. 06, 2017
I recently heard from EC reader Douglas, who wrote: "Would you please repeat your column that descri... Read More
Why a Pressure Cooker May Be Better Than a Slow Cooker Feb. 08, 2017
I'm still slightly stunned by the response to a recent column in which I touched briefly on the subj... Read More
Best Time to Bag a Bargain Feb. 07, 2017
Extreme bargain hunters have something in common: timing. They've got it down to a science, and I'm ... Read More
Upgrade That Wobbly, Hard-to-Read Oven Thermometer and More Jan. 02, 2017
I'd had the same oven thermometer for at least a hundred years. The thing had been splattered on and... Read More
Wine for Christmas Dec. 21, 2016
By now, it's likely most holiday gifts have been bought and wrapped, but I've thought of some great ... Read More
Best Inexpensive Vacuum Sealer Nov. 24, 2016
Dear Mary: Just a few days ago, I purchased a Ziploc Vacuum Sealer. It's still in the box, unopened.... Read More
