Living room with red sofa, brick fireplace, wall-mounted TV, and wooden ceiling beams.
One Couple Turned Their Chicago Living Room Into a Multi-Functional Marvel
Why have a room serve only one purpose when it can have a few?
Caroline Biggs
Sep 22, 2019
5 Things You Need to Do After Every Trip to Protect Yourself From Bed Bugs
Not only do these tiny pests tend to hide (and breed) inside of beds, couches, and clothing, they’ll gladly hitch a ride on your clothes and luggage if given the opportunity.
Caroline Biggs
Sep 14, 2019
The Mess Matrix: Where Does Your Cleaning Style Fall?
From Monica Gellar-worthy organizational skills to Charlie Kelly-level messiness, glance at this grid to see where your distinct cleaning style falls.
Caroline Biggs
Aug 29, 2019
You’ve Probably Been Saying “Miele” Wrong This Whole Time
“It’s a very common mistake. A lot of people in the United States tend to Americanize the name and pronounce it like they read it.”
Caroline Biggs
Aug 27, 2019
3 Easy Ways to Clean Your White Shoes So They Look Like New
You probably have all the tools and ingredients you need at home in your kitchen cabinets.
Caroline Biggs
Aug 11, 2019
The Best Living Room Flooring Ideas, According to Interior Designers
From chevron wood to layered rugs, and everything in between, here are seven flooring ideas for your living room.
Caroline Biggs
Aug 10, 2019
Our 35 Best Gray Living Room Ideas of All Time
From dove to charcoal and everything in between, these are the best gray paint colors for your living room.
Caroline Biggs
Aug 5, 2019
9 of the Best, Most Life-Changing TED Talks—According to Reddit
From how to use a paper towel properly to the the power of asking for what you want.
Caroline Biggs
Jul 29, 2019
What is Sage Green? Everything You Need to Know About the Trending Color
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Thanks to this soothing shade, it's pretty easy being green.
Caroline Biggs
Jul 28, 2019
8 Bright Ways to Use String Lights in Your Home
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Let your home shine bright with these smart design tips.
Caroline Biggs
Jul 10, 2019
10 Genius Plant Decor Ideas to Refresh Your Space
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Want to take your plant parent status to the next level? Check out these modern ways to decorate with your greens.
Caroline Biggs
Jul 9, 2019
6 Ways to Create a Plant Wall In a Rental
From wall planters to floating shelves, here are eight items that will help you create a plant wall that won’t cost you your security deposit.
Caroline Biggs
Jul 9, 2019
6 Gorgeous Micro Hotels That Will Fulfill All of Your Tiny Living Fantasies
Small on space, big on style.
Caroline Biggs
Jul 8, 2019
8 Perfect Organizers for the Things You Have Too Many Of
The solution for your "too much stuff" problem is one of these uni-tasking organizers designed to perfectly store your menagerie.
Caroline Biggs
Jul 6, 2019
7 Ways to Throw a Summer Party Without an Actual Backyard
‘Tis the season for partying outdoors. But what to do when you don’t have a proper backyard in which to throw an al fresco bash? Fret not, my patio-deprived friends. There are still plenty of ways to host a stellar summer soiree without an actual backyard. It just takes a little planning and creativity. From picnics at the park to old-school pub-crawls, here are seven ways to throw a stellar summer fete—no backyard necessary.
Caroline Biggs
Jun 26, 2019
25 Tips to Help Embrace Your Inner Boho Design Lover
Get inspired for a boho-chic home.
Caroline Biggs
Jun 25, 2019
How Often You Need to Clean Your Dish Rack, According to a Pro House Cleaner
A professional house cleaner tells us how often we actually need to clean our dish racks to keep mold, mildew, and rust away. Plus shares her picks for the best hand-washing tools.
Caroline Biggs
Jun 24, 2019
8 Stylish Windowsill Displays That'll Inspire More Than Just a Green Thumb
These windowsills use more than just flowers to decorate.
Caroline Biggs
Jun 19, 2019
5 Strategies You Can Use (Later) to Finally Overcome Your Procrastination
We've all been there. It's pushing dinnertime and you've barely touched the work assignment that's due by end-of-day. Fret not, my fellow procrastinators, there's hope to be had.
Caroline Biggs
Jun 19, 2019
Here’s How to Remove Something from Your Amazon History
In case you're trying to outsmart a nosy partner, or just want to make sure Amazon understands that cat lady tote was a one-time gag gift.
Caroline Biggs
Jun 18, 2019
5 Ways You’re Arranging Your Wall Art Wrong
We asked a few art aficionados for advice on how not to hang up wall art at home, and here’s what they had to say.
Caroline Biggs
Jun 17, 2019
7 Kitchens That’ll Make You Want to Run Out and Buy Smeg Appliances
The brand is best known for its colorful, retro 1950s-style refrigerators.
Caroline Biggs
Jun 7, 2019
The Outdated Dining Room Trend Slowly Disappearing From Our Homes
Matching dining room sets are overrated.
Caroline Biggs
Jun 7, 2019
7 Iridescent Items That Will Instantly Liven Up Your Space
These galactic-inspired home items will add to any decor.
Caroline Biggs
Jun 6, 2019
The Catalogs We Actually LOVE to Flip Through
While some decor catalogs might seem like mail clutter, truth be told, many are still a ripe source of inspiration—if you know which ones to look for. Filled with beautifully styled rooms and up-and-coming design trends, these catalogs are actually worth a look, unlike much of what hits our mailboxes. To prove our point, we’ve rounded up a few of our favorite store catalogs for your consideration.
Caroline Biggs
Jun 5, 2019
7 Stylish Bedside Lights That’ll Make You Rethink Your Table Lamp
Let’s face it: For as much as we depend on table lamps for bedside lighting, they tend to take up a lot of valuable nightstand space. Fortunately, there are plenty of other ways to create a superior bedside lighting scheme without employing a bulky table lamp. We did some digging around Amazon and discovered an assortment of sleek bedside lights that will streamline your bedroom in seconds.
Caroline Biggs
Jun 4, 2019
15 Perfect Pegboards That Will Inspire You to Get Organized
A good pegboard setup can do more than get you organized—it might help you free up some space at home, too.
Caroline Biggs
Jun 4, 2019
5 Ways to Separate Your Living and Sleeping Spaces in a Studio
How to create a proper sleeping zone in your small living space.
Caroline Biggs
Jun 3, 2019
Proof That Nightstands Aren’t the Only Answer to Your Bedside Storage Woes
Bedside storage is a must-have in any bedroom. But what to do when you don’t have the space—or budget—for a brand new nightstand? Fret not friends; we did some digging and it turns out there are several alternatives to traditional bedside tables that still offer more than enough room for all of your nighttime essentials. From compact consoles to small side tables and more, here are six bedside storage solutions that aren’t actually nightstands.
Caroline Biggs
Jun 2, 2019
8 Outdoor Accessories That Will Take Your Next Summer Party to the Next Level
Summer is here and there’s no better way to celebrate than having a little fun in the sun. So to help jumpstart your sunny season shenanigans, we rounded up some playful summer finds that will take your summer from humdrum to “so much fun” in seconds.
Caroline Biggs
Jun 1, 2019
Proof That Navy Blue is Ideal for Neutral Lovers Who Want to Branch Out (a Tiny Bit)
Navy is the new neutral. While dark tones often make a room feel dim and gloomy, navy blue offers a richness that can actually warm up a space.
Caroline Biggs
May 31, 2019
6 Free Ways to Curb Your Redecorating Cravings
Summer is almost here and for some of us, that means having a little extra free time to revamp our home interiors. But what to do when our budgets aren’t as generous as our schedules? Fret not my redecorating-deprived friends. We put our thinking caps on and uncovered a slew of simple ways to refresh your space—completely free of charge. Don’t believe us? Read ahead for six clever decorating ideas you can do today for free.
Caroline Biggs
May 29, 2019
5 Things We Found in Amazon’s “Useless Gifts” Section
We rounded up a five of the funniest ones in the bunch to make shopping for your next white elephant party a breeze.
Caroline Biggs
May 23, 2019
For a Safer Option Than Dryer Sheets, You Can Throw a Scented Paper Towel in Your Laundry
For as nice as fabric softener can make your clothes smell, it turns out that sometimes, they're not so great for the environment, or your skin.
Caroline Biggs
May 7, 2019
4 Foolproof Ways to Say ‘No’ When You Need to Control Your Spending
It can be difficult to muster up the willpower to say “no” when you’re compelled to drop some cash.It doesn’t matter what speaks to you—boozy brunch, a new rug for the living room, a limited edition sneaker drop—the siren call to spend can be deafening. But if you’re serious about saving money for the long haul, you’re going to have to learn how and when to say “no” when shopping.
Caroline Biggs
May 7, 2019
The Best Colors for Every Room in Your Home
Paint color is all about creating an ambience for your home. That’s why it’s important to select paint colors based on how you want a room to feel instead of mindlessly adhering to trends. To prove our point, we called on color expert extraordinaire Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute and author of Colors For Your Every Mood, to help us break down the best paint colors for every room of your home.
Caroline Biggs
May 5, 2019
One Sign You Need to Throw Away Your Wood Spoons (and Cutting Boards)
You might have a problem.
Caroline Biggs
May 5, 2019
9 Things You Should Always Take to the Dry Cleaners (And 5 Things You Really Don’t Need To)
Instructions are important to pay attention to, especially when it’s laundry time. You might think that measly little tag inside your favorite sweater doesn’t offer any sound advice, but in reality, the future of your wardrobe might depend on it. You see, many of us take the words “Dry-Clean Only” as a slight suggestion, when they need to be read literally (should you want to preserve the life of your garments). And yet, just because a tag recommends dry-cleaning (i.e.
Caroline Biggs
May 4, 2019
7 Books You Should Read After “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up”
If you aren’t already hip to the value of a good cleaning book, now’s the time to listen up. Along with offering useful housekeeping tips, these books often provide eye-opening philosophical insight about organizing your life. Case in point: Mary Kondo’s bestselling book “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing.
Caroline Biggs
May 3, 2019
Start Breathing Better: How To Get Cleaner Air at Home
You don't have to be an allergy sufferer to reap the benefits of clean air at home.
Caroline Biggs
May 3, 2019
Fashion Hacks: 9 Simple Ways to Customize Your Clothing
The new year is finally here and so are the latest trends. And while it’s fun to embrace all of the new cold-weather clothes, it can still be tough to set yourself apart from the rest of the fashion-savvy pack. That’s why it pays to find ways to personalize your wardrobe without sacrificing your style (or budget). With a little time and creativity, you can turn your basic apparel into an exclusive wardrobe that’s unique to you.
Caroline Biggs
May 3, 2019
The Best-Kept Plant Lady Secret Is Something You’re Not Doing
Keeping your plants clean (and dust-free) is vital to their health and happiness. Along with attracting harmful pests, too much dust on your plant’s leaves can make it hard for your houseplants to absorb light and properly photosynthesize (remember that from elementary school?). That’s why experts recommend dusting off your plants at least once a month by using a clean microfiber cloth. But for the healthiest houseplants possible, the cleaning shouldn’t stop there.
Caroline Biggs
May 3, 2019
How One Woman Launched the Trendiest Furniture Company of 2017
Time and time again, necessity proves to be the mother of invention. That’s certainly the case for Femke Furnée, founder of FEST Amsterdam. If you’re already hip to the awesomeness that is this Dutch home goods company, you’re definitely not alone, as the brand, in its four years of operation, has taken the design world by storm. But let’s go back to the beginning here.
Caroline Biggs
May 3, 2019
Living in the Future: “My Plant Waters Itself”
Okay so I’m admittedly a bit of a black thumb. For starters, my apartment—like most in New York City—has windows that directly face the brick exterior of a neighboring apartment, which means natural sunlight is, well, reserved for time outdoors. Throw a busy schedule and life in the mix and remembering to water your succulents is not as easy as it sounds . So although it’s upsetting that I can’t even keep an air plant alive, it’s not terribly surprising.
Caroline Biggs
May 3, 2019
Real Estate Experts On: Why Are Buyers So Freaked Out By Paint Colors?
It’s an old real estate trope, but it seems to be true: Paint color can heavily sway a prospective buyer’s opinion of a home. While a seller might think throwing a fresh coat of paint on the walls will boost the value of their property, in reality, doing so might actually leave a bad impression on buyers; depending on their individual tastes and styles.
Caroline Biggs
May 3, 2019
You’re One Click Away From Never Forgetting Anything Again
The art of forgetting isn’t hard to master. No matter how organized and prepared we attempt to be, sometimes well, it happens. We forget stuff. But what if there was an iPhone app designed to ensure you don’t ever walk out the door without everything you need? Don’t Leave It! is a location-based reminder app that helps you keep track of your everyday necessities, so you always remember to take them with you when you leave. And best of all: it’s free.
Caroline Biggs
May 3, 2019
One Smart Reason to Keep Your Empty Tissue Boxes
Empty tissue boxes: Can’t live with them, but can’t figure out anything to do with them once they’re empty (other than just tossing them). Luckily, we discovered an awesome reason to save your used tissue boxes from the recycling bin, and upcycle them into something more purposeful for your home. Use your empty tissue boxes to collect dryer lint, folks. Dryer lint! You know, that unsightly stuff you peel off the filter before you do a load of laundry?
Caroline Biggs
May 3, 2019
You Should Keep a Rubber Glove Under Your Couch Cushions—Here’s Why
Seriously, stick a rubber glove under your sofa cushions and you'll never have to scold Fido for jumping on the couch again.
Caroline Biggs
May 3, 2019