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Melany Love

Having always wanted a career in writing, Melany couldn't have found a better place than Taste of Home to begin. When she's not scribbling in her notebook or working at her computer, she can be found experimenting with new recipes or relaxing with a book and her cats.

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How to Use Dryer Sheets to Clean Toilets in No Time Flat

Here's a TikTok cleaning hack everyone needs to know.

What Is Candle Tunneling and How Do I Prevent it?

There's a quick fix to prevent candle tunneling, AKA uneven wax melt. Here's what to...

How to Make Your Refrigerator Smell Better with Vanilla Extract

You can banish that funky refrigerator aroma. Here's how.

What You Need to Know About Discoloration of Stainless Steel Due to Heat

While it won't have any effect on your food, it can be unsightly and bothersome.

If You See a Purple Porch Light, This Is What It Means

People use colored lights to bring awareness to a plethora of different issues. Here's the...

You Can Use Dishwasher Tablets to Clean Your Toilet—Here’s How

There's nothing better than learning a good cleaning hack that's as easy as it is...

What Is the Thing Next to My Kitchen Faucet?

You're not the only person to ask this question.

If You See a Blue Halloween Bucket, This Is What It Means

Just a bit of knowledge and kindness can go a long way for some kids...

If You See a Green Porch Light, This Is What It Means

What does a green porch light mean? You often see them around November for a...

If You See a Blue Porch Ceiling, This Is What It Means

There's a long history behind this tradition.

What Are the Colored Squares on Toothpaste Tubes?

That colored block on each tube of toothpaste has generated all kinds of myths. Here's...

If You See White Stuff on Your Mulch, This is What it Means

Don't let the icky appearance deceive you—that white stuff on mulch can be beneficial to...

This is Why People Leave a Quarter in a Cup of Frozen Water in the Freezer

It's particularly helpful if you're taking a long trip or expecting severe storms.

If You See a Painted Purple Fence, This Is What It Means

Knowing about purple paint laws can help you stay on the right path when driving...

If You See a Dryer Sheet in Your Mailbox, This Is What It Means

There's actually a really good reason for it...