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Mia Nakaji Monnier

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Mia Nakaji Monnier is a freelance writer and former weekend editor at Apartment Therapy. She lives in Los Angeles and spends most of her free time knitting.

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Here’s the Simple Reason Why T.J. Maxx Is Called T.K. Maxx in Europe
The beloved department store takes on a slightly different name abroad.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
Sep 2, 2024
Record a Christmas Carol With the Blob Opera
They harmonize automatically, so it's hard to make them sound bad.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
Dec 25, 2020
Three AI Programs Tried to Write the Queen’s Christmas Speech, and They Did a Surprisingly OK Job
They're no replacement for the real thing, of course.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
Dec 25, 2020
Write a Letter to Your Future Self With This Website
Have it delivered in two months, 20 years, or whenever you like.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
Dec 25, 2020
All the Movies and TV Shows Coming to Disney+ in January
Including Pixar shorts!
Mia Nakaji Monnier
Dec 25, 2020
These Super-High-Resolution Photos Capture the Intricate Beauty of Snowflakes
They required a really special camera.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
Dec 24, 2020
These Pampas Grass Christmas Trees Reimagine the Evergreen
See the elaborate version and the DIY version.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
Dec 24, 2020
More People Are Buying Themselves Gifts This Year, According to Survey
They're also putting more thought into the gifts they give their loved ones.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
Dec 23, 2020
This Website Lets You Scream Into the Void
Since we're all screaming already anyway.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
Dec 23, 2020
Does the Dog Die in the Movie? This Website Will Tell You
Find out whether the feel-good movie will actually leave you feeling good.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
Dec 22, 2020
Scientists Studied How Dogs Recognize Other Dogs, and the Research Is Adorable
Brb, becoming dog scientists.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
Dec 22, 2020
This Modular Dog Bed Can Be Customized to Fit Your Dog’s Personality Type
Apparently dogs have eight distinct personality types, and this bed is for all of them.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
Nov 25, 2020
You Can Adopt Elf Babies for Your Elf on the Shelf
Each one comes with a whole mini nursery setup.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
Nov 8, 2020
This Three-Legged House in Denmark Took Only Three Days to Build
Its shape cleverly creates communal and private spaces.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
Jun 29, 2020
This Tiny Cabin in Norway Is So Well Camouflaged, It Almost Looks Like a Nest
It blends perfectly with the surrounding nature.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
Jun 22, 2020
This Tiny Room Concept Is a Retreat Within Your Own Home
When your home is also your office and gym, you could use a change of scenery.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
Jun 22, 2020
Keep Your Sun-Loving Indoor Plants Happy With This Clever Window Shelf
Level-up your windowsill garden.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
Jun 20, 2020
This Artist Turns Flower Arrangements into Painted Sculptures
The results are beautiful and surreal.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
Jun 15, 2020
This Huge Lavender Labyrinth Is Designed for a Meditative Stroll
Since it's not a maze, you can just focus on enjoying the sights and smells.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
Jun 15, 2020
After Raising Six Kids, This Mom Started a YouTube Channel to Teach Practical Life Skills
Inspired by the "Dad, how do I?" channel, she created "Mom, how do I?"
Mia Nakaji Monnier
Jun 1, 2020
This Artist Turns Found Books into Crystallized Sculptures
What is the meaning of a book when you can't read it?
Mia Nakaji Monnier
May 25, 2020
These Are the 9 Most Popular Houseplants on Instagram, According to Survey
Plus how to care for them.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
May 24, 2020
On YouTube, This Dad Offers Encouragement and Practical Tutorials for Household Tasks
After growing up without a dad, he wants to help kids who need it.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
May 24, 2020
The Work-From-Home Spaces of 5 of Our Favorite TV Characters, Imagined
How Jess Day, Liz Lemon, and others might be taking their Zoom meetings.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
May 17, 2020
IKEA Released Instructions for the Perfect Blanket Fort
Some assembly required.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
May 16, 2020
This Artist Is Trying to Break the Record for World’s Largest Online Art Class, While Raising Money for COVID-19 Relief
Children's book author and illustrator Rob Biddulph has been teaching online art classes throughout the pandemic lockdown in the series #DrawWithRob.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
May 11, 2020
More People Are Looking for Ways to Improve Their Outdoor Spaces on a Budget, Says Pinterest
Enjoy the outdoors while staying at home.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
May 10, 2020
Julie Andrews and Her Daughter Have a Storytime Podcast for Kids
A new episode comes out each Wednesday!
Mia Nakaji Monnier
May 9, 2020
Rainbow Eucalyptus Are Real-Life Neon Trees
Beautiful.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
May 9, 2020
Take a Virtual Tour of the U.K.’s Fairy Tale-Worthy Bluebell Woods
It’s not a real-life hike, but it’s still beautiful and calming.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
May 9, 2020
This New Air Conditioning Unit Is Surprisingly Beautiful
Designed by the people behind Away luggage.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
May 4, 2020
Learn Watercolor Painting, Photography, and More With a New Free Art Class Every Saturday
Next up: "The Joy of Watercolors."
Mia Nakaji Monnier
May 4, 2020
This Sculpture Made of Pillows Reminds Us of the Cozy Side of Staying at Home
One artist's take on the blanket fort.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
Apr 26, 2020
Make Your Indoor Garden Sweeter With a Mini Citrus Tree
The gift that keeps giving.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
Apr 25, 2020
Visit Kangaroos and Killer Whales on This 13-Day Virtual Tour of Australia
Kangaroos on the beach!
Mia Nakaji Monnier
Apr 25, 2020
NASA Is Celebrating the Hubble Space Telescope’s 30th Birthday With a Birthday Present for You
See what the universe was doing while you were celebrating your birthday.
Mia Nakaji Monnier
Apr 24, 2020