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This Decluttering Pro’s 10-Percent Method Will Help You Pare Down Guiltlessly

Here’s the thing about stuff—even when we don’t need it, it’s easy to become attached to it, assign meaning to it or feel guilt about getting rid of it. Gifts from loved ones or an expensive purchase you regret but can’t return can weigh you and your home down. So, what do you do when you feel like you can’t part with anything you own—even when you have multiples that you don’t need?

Brittney Morgan

Dec 1, 2017

My Home Went Viral For The Wrong Reasons—Here’s What That’s Like

After photos of Carrie’s home went viral, we asked her to share her feelings about it. The following has been edited for length and clarity. Think about some of the comments you’ve heard while touring people through your home. Chances are good that guests have said things like, “Oh, I love your art collection,” “That sofa is amazing,” or “Your home is so cozy and bright!

Carrie Waller

Dec 1, 2017

This Unfolding Tiny House Can Be Built In Just 6 Hours

Here’s a real estate reprieve for homeowners who’ve been to hell and back with foundation problems: an unfolding modular house. Italian architect Renato Vidal partnered with Area Legno to manufacture “M.A.DI,” a tiny home that makes putting down your roots infinitely easier. For starters, the small, eco-friendly modular homes can be temporarily erected without a foundation, but a screw pile anchoring system can be utilized if needed.

Kenya Foy

Dec 1, 2017

Low-Stress Holidays: The Art of the Gift Basket

Make life easier and give everyone the same thing!

Amelia Lawrence

Dec 1, 2017

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That Friend Who’s Always Losing Things? We Found Their Gift

Even the littlest gifts can be thoughtful and memorable. Take Tile, the tiny Bluetooth tracker that makes it easy to find everything that matters. It’s a great gift for anyone who ever loses anything (i.e., all of us). You attach it to the thing you’ll misplace (before you misplace it); then when it’s lost, use your phone to either make Tile ring or to locate it in the app. So really, gifting someone a Tile is like gifting them the thing they won’t have to replace later.

Tim Minerd

Dec 1, 2017

These Holiday Movies Are Decorating Goals!

Dec 1, 2017