Finding the perfect bridesmaid dress is hard enough. But for curvy women and women of color, it’s even tougher. Most bridal shops don’t carry stylish, well-fitting options in bold colors or extended sizes. Many brides end up frustrated settling for unflattering dresses or expensive custom designs. Ashley Young faced this exact problem when planning her …
You know how every time you open a window or turn on the heater or air conditioner, the air in your house should be nice and clean? Well, there are these things called air filters that help keep the air clean by trapping dust and other particles. But most people don’t remember to check or …
In Senegal, many women face challenges when it comes to making a steady income. Often, girls don’t get much education, which means they have fewer job options when they grow up. Sofi Seck grew up in Senegal and saw these problems for herself. She wanted to make a difference, especially for local women, so she …
Kimchi is a traditional Korean dish made mostly from fermented vegetables, especially napa cabbage and radishes, often flavored with spices. Many people love it because it’s crunchy, spicy, and packed with flavor. Even though a lot of people enjoy kimchi, finding the really tasty, homemade kind in stores can be hard. Many store versions don’t …
Building sandcastles at the beach is a lot of fun, but it can also be really frustrating when your walls fall down or your towers break apart. Kevin and Laurie Lane saw this problem while they were on vacation in California in 2016 and thought, “What if there were an easier way to build cool …
Moving out of a college dorm can be a really stressful experience for students. They often have to deal with a lot of things, like figuring out how to pack up their stuff, find a place to store it, or even ship it back home, especially during semester breaks. Some students might end up leaving …
Many people enjoy drinking socially but may not always want to consume alcohol. Often, places like bars or restaurants only serve options like soda or water, which can feel limiting. Melanie Masarin experienced this issue herself. Growing up in France, she loved the culture of sharing drinks but wasn’t fond of the effects of alcohol. …
Cooking a perfect roast chicken or turkey can be tough, especially when it comes to tying the bird up with twine to keep the legs and wings in place. Many home cooks and chefs find this tricky and time-consuming, often ending up with unevenly cooked meat. To solve this problem, Kirk Hyust and Brian Halasinski …
Work can often feel repetitive and dull, especially when you’re stuck at a desk all day using the same gadgets. Recognizing this, Max Brown and Brian Brunsing wanted to inject some excitement and humor into the workplace. They came up with a quirky idea: the Banana Phone. The Banana Phone is a Bluetooth handset that …
Learning to crochet can be tough for beginners. Many people give up because they find the patterns hard to follow, the yarn gets tangled, or the instructions are confusing. Justine Tiu faced these challenges when she tried to crochet a small animal for a friend, almost quitting in frustration. Instead of giving up, she decided …