appliances

Kids and appliances just don't mix. I've heard stories about children hiding in file cabinets, climbing in dryers and losing their hair or fingers to hand mixers. But, now a washing machine has been added to the list with a recent story in the Virginia Pilot.

A four-year-old climbed into his family's top loading washing machine and got stuck. It said:

Donovan Hasseman, who wasn't hurt, was wedged up against the agitator with a knee folded against his chest, while the machine was empty and not running Sunday night, Dover Fire Capt. Mike Mossor said.

To find out what happened, read more

My father and I are thinking about purchasing a new oven. The one that currently sits in our kitchen is about 25 years old. It functions fine, but the temperature setting is incorrect and part of the ceiling is caving in. Burned bits along the bottom ignite in flames — even right after it's been cleaned — causing a smoky mess.

I know nothing about buying ovens and was wondering if you could help me research them. Search for a modern oven with convection heating and self cleaning modes. Bookmark the ovens you find in the Yum Market on TeamSugar with the keyword tag, New Oven. Thanks for your help, my dad and I really appreciate it!

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For a list of my favorite online stores, read more

What if I told you that you could make the perfect French fries with only a spoonful of any oil? You'd probably tell me that I was crazy and that I should stop dreaming. Well, it's time to wake up, because the folks at Tefal have actually come up with a device that allows you to do just that. The ActiFry will allow you to prepare genuine fries with just one spoonful of oil! The patented technology circulates hot air around the fries, while the mixing paddle disperses the oil. The technique results in fries that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Personally I think it sounds too good to be true, but you know I'd give it a try. Well maybe if it wasn't for the $300 price tag...

What do you think? Would you give it a try?

To check out a video of the ActiFry in action, read more

So we've gone through what you need to look for when choosing dinnerware, drinkware and flatware, so today I thought we'd cover the fun stuff: appliances!

Now every couple is going to be different. If you don't drink coffee, there's no need to register for a coffee pot or espresso machine. Also, since so many couples tend to live together before getting married, they've probably already accumulated quite a few great items, so look at what you have, what you need to replace and what you want. To check out the appliances you might want to consider and some tips on what to look for, read more