1) You’re ready to collect hair to help with the oil spill. Ellobie says: “No. Way. That is crazy gross & awesome at the same time. I’m going to Swiffer tonight!” Read about how pet hair, human hair, and nylons will help clean up the Gulf, and how to donate yours.

2) Not everyone likes fruit on a stick as a gift. Beth Ellen says: “Edible Arrangements are a TERRIBLE idea unless there will be a party — they must be eaten immediately, or taken apart, since they are generally (in my experience) too tall for the fridge. Also, the fruit must be preserved in some way to keep it looking fresh — when I have received them I’ve thought they were kinda gross….” This right after Mary T. (who has had good experience with them) decided to send one to her mom. Sarah L. says: “I think Edible Arrangements is a franchise, so there are probably good ones and bad ones. I have sent them as gifts to new moms to rave reviews. The one closet to me is awesome.” See the rest of Paola’s Mother’s Day list here.

3) Drying closets aren’t new to everyone. CityMinx says: “I lived in Sweden about 20 years ago and those were pretty standard in home laundry rooms. I remember the clothes came out a little crispy, but softened up once you put them on.” And Kimberj says: “They’ve had these in old English cottages in the Cotswalds for years. They were just small closets with hanging rod and shelves. the walls and shelves were full of holes to let the air pass through.” Obviously still great ideas! See the new drying closets.

4) Penguin backpacks: not just for kids. Simone says: “OMG!!! I have been looking for that penguin backpack for my 2 yo nephew — THANK YOU!! Ordering it today…wonder if he will share!!” See it here.

5) IKEA Kulla lamp help is helpful. PJ says of Marc’s DIY on fixing the Kulla lamp: “Marc! Thank you for sharing your repair instructions. I think everyone here would love it if you sent some photos to Shelteriffic so they might publish a visual how-to. I also own a much loved but completely broke-down Kulla lamp.” No photos, but you can read step-by-step fix-it instructions right here.