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The Frightening Reason You Shouldn’t Use Contact Paper in Your Kitchen Cabinets

An $8 roll of contact paper can do wonders for your home. You can use it to upgrade old furniture, modernize shelves, elevate countertops, or even forge a backsplash. For the budget-conscious, it’s almost too good to be true. And, as it turns out, some people say it just might be. Why? Apparently cockroaches love contact paper. “Cockroaches will eat almost anything, far beyond what we think of as food sources,” says Howard Bright, the owner of Anti-Pesto Bug Killers.

Brigitt Earley

Oct 18, 2018

Turns Out, Your Cat Thinks You’re a Large, Clumsy Cat

Ever wonder what your furry friend really thinks of you? Well, you’re in luck: new study says that cats basically treat us like other cats. Before you curtly dismiss this information, this feline factoid comes straight from the mouth of cat behavior expert, John Bradshaw of the University of Bristol.

Kenya Foy

Oct 18, 2018

This Scandinavian-Inspired Tiny Camper Is Bright and Airy

If you didn’t already know, tiny campers are having a major comeback. And the Droplet Trailer—a modern camping pod inspired by traditional models—is further proving that notion to be valid. Constructed around a queen-sized bed that comfortably sleeps two, this mini-camper embodies Scandinavian design that is seen through its minimalist approach. With a wood interior and aluminum composite exterior, the 950-pound Droplet is “bright, spacious, and robust.

Nicoletta Richardson

Oct 18, 2018

A Life Coach’s Canadian Home Is Bursting With Positive Vibes

Name: Leisse Wilcox (plus Mia, Grey, and Clara) Location: Cobourg — Ontario, Canada Size: 2,500 square feet Years lived in: 1 year, owned Leisse Wilcox is a Life and Success Coach, and her home is like walking into a bubble of positivity and optimism. The walls are plastered with kind expressions and uplifting reminders for her and her three daughters. Obviously it works. Leisse and her daughters were so welcoming; they were just as warm as their home feels.

Craig Kellmann

Oct 18, 2018

10 Clever Ways to Reuse All Your Old Wool Sweaters

The first whiff of colder weather makes you dream excitedly about boots and cozy sweater outfits. As you run to the closet to dig out your sweaters, you find… moth holes? Don’t throw out those old sweaters though. Sweaters make perfect upcycle material and can be transformed into a myriad of useful (and cute) DIYs. Check out our favorites below. Teapot cozies keep your tea of choice warm as you settle in for a snug night.

Cat Meschia

Oct 18, 2018

Before and After: This $350 Kitchen Redo Is Filled with Smart Rental Tricks

You know the drill: Any improvements made to this rental kitchen needed to be affordable and reversible, so that the renter could get the security deposit back. With just $500 in upgrades and some very clever re-styling, this kitchen now looks like a million bucks. I was all ready to gush over this ridiculously adorable wallpaper, when I realized that it’s not wallpaper: It’s renter-friendly removable decals.

Tess Wilson

Oct 18, 2018

The Salary You Need to Live Across from Central Park

New York’s Central Park is one of the world’s most well-known parks. Even if you’ve never set foot in the city that never sleeps, you’re likely familiar with this natural respite in the middle of one of the world’s most densely-populated urban environments.

Kate Streit

Oct 18, 2018

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All of Blu Dot’s One-of-a-Kind Modern Furniture Is 20% Off—Shop Before It’s Too Late

When it comes to beautiful, one-of-a-kind modern design, the only way you can do better than Blu Dot is Blu Dot on sale. For a few ephemeral weeks each year, they offer all of their punchy, modern designs at 20 percent off. But just like any hope of pre-planning your Halloween costume, it’s all over by October 28th. So to save you a little time, I sifted through the sale for the best finds—take a look. Blu Dot excels at every kind of sofa, but especially sleepers.

Tim Minerd

Oct 18, 2018

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These Sheets Are Reasonably Priced and Ridiculously Luxe

There are times when a bedroom refresh needs the whole package: paint, furniture, rugs, everything. But there are other times when a bedroom refresh just needs a little lift in its design. For those cases, a new set of linens that fits into your existing personal style but also adds some new decorating opportunities can go a long way. And that’s why I’m particularly enamored with Brooklinen.

Liz Steelman

Oct 18, 2018

A Cute Chicago Condo’s Home to 2 Humans, 2 Cats, and 80+ Houseplants

Name: Sarah Beckett, my husband Colin Beckett, Sweet Dee a 6-year-old tabby cat, and Gayle Force Winds, a tabby/bangle mix kitten. As well as 80-ish houseplants (mostly foliage plants). Location: Albany Park — Chicago, Illinois Size: Under 1,000 square feet Years lived in: 1.5 years, owned My husband and I spent many years renting in the Logan Square area of Chicago. When we first moved into that neighborhood it was very different from where it is today.

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Oct 18, 2018