Apartment Therapy Archive: Oct 2019

There's nothing spooky about these.

Here's the trick: It's not even really about color.

Even if you’ve socked away cash from your birthday cards since you were in middle school, saved up money from part-time jobs, applied for all types of scholarships (yes, even the obscure ones sponsored by the potato council or Duck Tape), you may still need student loans to help cover the cost of skyrocketing tuition.

And the plant-filled outdoor spaces are DREAMY.

I emailed my editor asking if I could write a story about how a house built on John Wayne Gacy's former property recently went on the market. She said no. I wrote this instead.

It requires elaborate planning well in advance, wandering through thrift stores all-year round to find that special spooky something, and spending hours editing to make that Frankenstein mask topper look juuuust right.

Who: Lora Appleton, founder of Kinder Modern design gallery Nominated by: Jaime Derringer, artist and founder of Design Milk Where to follow her: InstagramApartment Therapy’s Class of 2020 Design Changemakers is a specially-selected group of the 20 people in the design world everyone should know about by next year. We asked experts (and you!) to tell us who they think should be included—see the rest of the nominees here.

Will this new batch of fridges fly off the shelves even faster this time around?

Electrical tape wall decor, a Halloween-themed kitchen...this artist's teeny tiny studio apartment is absolutely one-of-a-kind!

Cast a spell with these design tips.

These plants have an eerie look perfect for Halloween lovers—but they'll last way beyond October, too.

This tip will not only save you money on dry cleaning, but it’ll also help you save money on buying clothes. It’s an all-around life hack, really.

Including something called the Avocado Sock.

If you want to take advantage, you'll have to pack your bags—and quick.

Who knew?

Just like wearing your favorite sheets.

It's the stuff of Scandi-modern dreams.

For the first time ever, the famous Balogh House in Plymouth, Michigan is up for sale.

These cozy outdoor saunas can be placed right in your garden.

I needed to find a better way to store my things, the piles were stacking UP.

It's the only eco-friendly weighted blanket on the market.

Take your bathroom from drab to fab with these standout ideas.

Costco's just-leaked ad contains 32 pages of sales, with some of them starting as early as November 7.

The white house is situated on a corner lot with circular motifs sprinkled throughout. The windows are round, the gate has a round door and windows—even the front door has a rounded top surrounded by a circular stained glass window.

If you’ve ever wanted to trade in your average life for that of a rising comedienne, Hasbro has a special treat for you.

This stroke of bad-luck-turned-unexpected-hack was my own real life "new use for an almost-new thing."

If you can't add a window, try one of these low-cost tricks instead.

Money may may the world go round, but it also causes plenty of friction.

Don't let a good market pass you by!

“Millennials may perceive home buying as more risky than previous generations because we were raised on infinite choice, frequent change, and came to age with a lot of financial volatility.”

Sometimes you just have to take a deep breath and draw comfort from your own sense of knowing: "This is right for me."

Plus, how to know if this myth is keeping you from buying a home.

Each one of these homes is 400 square feet or under, but they're all well organized and good looking. Find smart storage solutions, double-duty furniture, and other clever ways to make the most of a small home.

Even if your jeans don’t look all that faded, a black dye bath helps fill in worn areas around the seams and pockets, making them look new again in just 30 minutes.

How calming and stylish is this Sarasota, Florida, guesthouse? (We'd certainly stay there!). Filled with gorgeous black, white, and lucite pieces along with tons of plants, this sweet space couldn't be better. Get the full tour and then recreate your favorite looks using pieces from Bazaar.

We see a lot of kitchen makeovers, and these are our editors' favorites of the year... so far!

Including a toilet brush that's decorated with dried flowers.

We polled some of the most uncluttered people out there (read: professional organizers) who told us what super-affordable things they keep around their homes to keep their lives running smoothly.

I've slept on said mattress for about 10 days, and in case you were in suspense, it's been wonderful.

Williams-Sonoma is hiring for their annual seasonal help that’s entirely remote.

It's expensive, but 20 percent off for a limited time.

Have decor that doesn't go? Don't worry, we're here to help.

Here's how to get your witchy wardrobe through the laundry without bringing harm to everything else in the process.

Ten thoughtful treats for your kitty (and you!) on National Cat Day!

Every single piece of art in their home has a personal significance, whether tied to a person, place, or meal they've loved.

Ditch white walls in favor of one of these cheery options.

While the details are slim, here's everything we know so far.