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55 Journaling Prompts to Set Intentions for the New Year
It's time to break in that brand new journal.
Jan 5, 2023
The Best Way to Declutter Your Expired Home Items
Food for thought.
Jan 5, 2023
B&A: A $60 No-Power-Tools Hack Turns an IKEA KALLAX into a Luxe Media Console
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All in, the project cost $120. Not bad for its sophisticated new look!
Jan 4, 2023
10 Chic West Elm Nightstands That Instantly Create Extra Bedroom Storage (And They’re on Sale!)
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Grab a great deal on these stylish storage pieces.
Jan 4, 2023
9 Sleek Magnetic Organizers That Create Instant Kitchen Storage (Plus, They’re on Sale!)
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They go right on your fridge — easy!
Jan 4, 2023
This Color-Changing Seashell Lamp Is Going Viral on TikTok
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Add some colorful whimsy to your room.
Jan 4, 2023
15 Home Decorating Pros Share Their Design New Year's Resolutions and Goals
It's never too late for a little 2023 design inspo!
Jan 4, 2023
This Company Makes Tile Completely Out Of Fish Scales
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Not only can you make your home that much more sustainable using these fish scale tiles, but you’ll also be installing an instant conversation starter.
Jan 4, 2023
Reddit Has an Easy Cleaning Hack For This Annoying Holiday Mess
And it really worked!
Jan 4, 2023
This Kitchen Island Is Actually A Home Depot Work Bench
And it's actually pretty impressive.
Jan 4, 2023
These Stylish Under-Sink Organizers Completely Transformed My Bathroom for Less Than $20
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They're an organizer's dream.
Jan 4, 2023
The Oft-Forgotten Chore a Real Estate Agent Says You Need to Prioritize
It's extremely important.
Jan 4, 2023
LEGO’s Latest Art Set Features This Iconic Japanese Print
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Hokusai's famous block print, but in bricks.
Jan 4, 2023
4 Home Remodeling Trends Contractors Secretly Hate
Some home upgrades aren't worth adding to your to do list.
Jan 4, 2023
B&A: This Home's Reno Has the Dreamiest Dark Bedrooms & Brilliant Budget Art Tip
This is Hill Stark's fourth renovation in the last seven years.
Jan 4, 2023
I'm a Paper Planner Devotee and These Are My 3 Favorites for 2023
They're so much more than just calendars.
Jan 4, 2023
5 Decluttering Tricks That Don't Actually Work (and 5 That Do)
According to a pro organizer.
Jan 4, 2023
If You Aren't Fluffing and Rotating Your Sofa Cushions, You're Missing Out
Here's how to keep your couch looking its best for as long as possible!
Jan 4, 2023
These Little Tips Can Save You Money on Your Heating Bill
According to real estate agents.
Jan 4, 2023
A Renter Uses Black to Hack a 'Bland' 655-Square-Foot Rental into Moody Minimal
When Senaida first moved into this rental apartment, it was really bland. But she used renter-friendly hacks and black paint and tape to transform her home into "moody modern minimalism."
Jan 4, 2023
How to Shift the Way You Think (and Feel) About Parting With Your Stuff
It’ll change how you declutter.
Jan 4, 2023
B&A: A Cluttered Closet Becomes a Functional "Speakeasy" for $800
The redo doesn't sacrifice practicality in the name of style.
Jan 3, 2023
9 Space-Saving Drop-Leaf Tables on Sale at Wayfair Right Now
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Check them out while they're still in stock!
Jan 3, 2023
4 Tips for Completing a Home Reno Project in the Short, Dark Days of Winter
Don't let an early sunset dissuade you from tackling your home improvement checklist.
Jan 3, 2023
2 Expert-Approved Ways to Clean a Microfiber Couch
Here are the methods experts swear by.
Jan 3, 2023
Why “Dead To Me” Inspired Me to Liven Up My Front Door
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While fans love Jen’s upscale beachy decor and design scheme, my husband and I immediately honed in on her sunny yellow front door, which sits in stark contrast to the sardonic personality Applegate manages to balance with heart and humor.
Jan 3, 2023
Wondering How to Start Journaling? Here Are Some Expert Tips
Here's how to make the highly beneficial practice a healthy habit in no time.
Jan 3, 2023
This 375-Square-Foot Brooklyn Studio Packs in So Much Color and Function
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Kayla works in HR at Apartment Therapy and has turned her home into her sanctuary. Working with a small space and budget, she used the color palette of her neighborhood to bring to life her gorgeous bohemian home.
Jan 3, 2023
Trader Joe’s Is Selling Cotton Napkins Embroidered with Vegetables
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In case you need a reminder to eat your veggies.
Jan 3, 2023
Before and After: On HGTV’s “Celebrity IOU,” Drew Barrymore Adds Warmth and Function to a Friend’s Kitchen
The kitchen was scarce, lacked function, and had worn-down wooden floors. It was also in need of more storage, counter space, and room to host dinner parties. 
Jan 3, 2023
This Is What 2023 Holds for You, According to Your Zodiac Sign
What's in store for your sign?
Jan 3, 2023
15 Homes That Prove Decorating Rentals Is Worth It
The changes that renters make to their rentals can be worth the happiness it brings them, even if it means painting it back to white at the end of the lease.
Jan 3, 2023
Start with This One Small Task to Prepare for Your Best Year Yet
According to a pro organizer.
Jan 3, 2023
How To: Move A Couch Around A Tight Corner
In a classic Friends episode, Ross convinces Chandler and Rachel to help him move his new couch up a few flights of stairs in lieu of paying the delivery charge. A hand drawn sketch and a few “pivots” later and, of course, the couch is stuck in mid-rounding-the-corner. When moving your own furniture, there are a few ways of getting your sofa around those tight corners.
Jan 2, 2023
DIY Printmaking: How to Make Your Own Linocut Print
With just a few relatively inexpensive items from your local craft shop, you can try your hand at printmaking — a fun process that begins with carving a design into linoleum, and then transferring the design onto paper. Channel your 11th grade art class and set up your own little printmaking studio at home; here’s a quick tutorial!1. Gather your materials.
Jan 2, 2023
B&A: DIY Built-Ins and a Totally Unique Paint Job Luxe Up a Plain Living Area
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Green paint works wonders here, as does a one-of-a-kind mural. It was a big risk that paid off.
Jan 2, 2023
How to Iron Your Clothes with a Hair Straightener
Sleep is good, right? So anything you can do to get a few extra winks in the morning is going to be a good idea. For instance, you could try to combine parts of your get-ready routine to save a little time and effort. Me? I swear by this trick: Before I use it on my hair, I use my flat iron to smooth wrinkles in my shirt.I find that my hair straightener does a great job of smoothing out small creases and wrinkles from my blouses and shirts.
Jan 2, 2023
Is There a Non-Toxic Stain-Resistant Fabric Protector?
Q: We just reupholstered our comfy sofa with an all-cotton fabric. Is there a non-toxic way to “seal” the fabric and make it more stain-resistant? I’m sure a no-eating-on-the-couch rule would help, but it’s just not realistic! My family used to use some spray that worked well, but it has a daunting ingredient list.Sent by ElissaEditor: Elissa, great job on the reupholstery! It looks like an entirely new piece of furniture.
Jan 2, 2023
How Did People Survive Before Air Conditioning?
Probably everyone has had this thought at least once a summer, while sweating through their clothes: how did people survive before air conditioning?
Jan 2, 2023
How To Remove a Light Fixture
Changing out a light fixture can be an easy, relatively quick way to update a room, and it can often make a dramatic difference. Here’s a quick guide on removing the old fixture, leaving just what you need to connect your new one. • safety glasses• circuit tester• screwdriver• step stool or ladderInstructions1. First, shut off the power at the breaker or fuse box.
Jan 2, 2023
Paint Finishes: The Pros and Cons of Flat, Low Luster and Gloss
When painting, choosing the perfect color is only the first step. Picking the right paint finish is another key ingredient in determining how your final product will look and wear. How to choose? Read on to discover the pros and cons. Paint finishes come in three general categories: flat (or matte), low-luster (eggshell and satin) and gloss (or semigloss). Choosing between them is simply a matter of weighing your room conditions, need for durability, and personal taste.
Jan 2, 2023
5 Things You Should Know About Living in a Studio Apartment (From Someone Who Has Done It)
A year and a half ago I moved from Houston, Texas to New York, New York, and from a 1,000-square-foot, two-bedroom townhouse to a 250-square-foot studio. And you know what? I love my new space, and my new city, and I wouldn’t trade it for the world, but I would be lying if I said it wasn’t a bit of an adjustment to live in a studio apartment.
Jan 2, 2023
This 2023 Trend Will Flip Indoor-Outdoor Living on Its Head
Indoor-outdoor living has become a tentpole of design over the past few years. But this year, designers predict a swap.
Jan 2, 2023
20 Things You Learn from Living in a 100-Year-Old House
Architectural designer Nick Waldman and cookbook author Sarah Waldman learned a lot of lessons when they renovated a house built in the 1920s on Martha's Vineyard.
Jan 2, 2023
A Look Into the Rich History of the Stunning Villa That Daphne and Harper Rented in “The White Lotus”
The villa's owner, Count Giuseppe Tasca, gives us the lowdown.
Jan 2, 2023