It's no secret that here at Apartment Therapy, we love color. But comitting to colors, especially bright colors, in your decor can be a little intimidating. These four short videos, from Apartment Therapy's Color Cure, are an introduction to a whole new way of thinking about color. Armed with Maxwell's sage advice about using color in the home, you can go forth and decorate boldly. 

Have you ever tried to start a fire? It is not easy. But even if you're no boy scout, the tips in the video below will have you making cozy campfires in no time. Plus even more handy-dandy solutions from our archives: how to oil a butcher block, how to remove pesky candle wax from jars, and a great solution for washing your jeans without fading them. 

Summer time is lazy beach time. Or, if you're like me, it's get-all-those-projects-done-that-I-somehow-put-off-doing-earlier time. One project you can do that will have an especially big impact is painting your walls. If you're considering it, here are some tips (ranging from the basic to the very ambitious) for getting the most out of the experience. 

Of course I love all of our Apartment Therapy videos, but the ones from our 'Favorite Things' series are some of my, er, favorites. These videos take a look at the things we treasure and the stories behind them. Though they're ostensibly about stuff, the videos are so funny and personal — they're an exploration of the things we keep in our homes, our relationships to them, and why we love them. 

 Star Trek: Middle School Musical, Kid President, Don't Be a Glasshole, Tidal Wave Girls

Who needs cable when there are literally thousands of hours of video content uploaded to the internet every single day? Sure, there's a plethora of home movies and skateboard crash shots, but there are also plenty of other options available on YouTube and Vimeo that will make your heart skip and your lips turn upward into a smile. We share 10 of our recent favorites below...

I've always admired people with a knack for repurposing, the ones who can go to an antique store or garage sale and see endless potential in somebody else's old stuff.    Kasey and Jordana Henke, the co-owners of an Etsy shop selling vintage goods, are two such people, and they've generously shared some of their ideas with us. From our video archives, here are three fun (and really simple!) repurposing projects. 

If you're like me, your desk is a mess. Jumbles of paper above, jumbles of cords below. You may not even notice until you take a break, really look at your desk, and realize all that clutter is stressing you the hell out. Apartment Therapy to the rescue! From our video archives, here are two one-minute tips for a serene and stress-free workspace. 

From our video archives, here are 3 quick craft projects that you can do this weekend — with your kids, if you have kids, or with yourself, if you just like making things and having fun. 

Having art on the walls is one of those little things that makes a house into a home. But how do you fill up your walls without spending lots of money? Buying lots of frames can add up, and big, statement-y pieces tend to be pricey. But never fear! In these videos from our archives, interior designer Rebecca Robertson shares some tips for sprucing up your walls — and getting a lot of bang for your buck. 

If you're renting, your relationship with your home may be less than perfect. Maybe you love some things about your rental, but not others. Maybe you dream of moving someplace bigger, but can't afford it. If so, this week's video roundup is for you. Here are four videos from our archives that are all about making the most of the space you're in right now.