Rather than having the gallery wall stop short at the door frame, interior designers and amateur decorators alike are nailing paintings, prints, and posters over their doors to create a bigger impact.

Marlen Komar

Jun 10, 2021

One Thing That Will Make Your Bath Feel Less Blah and More Spa

Introducing our new favorite shower curtain!

Danielle Blundell

Jun 10, 2021

If You’re Going to Read One Book In February, Make It This One

An antidote to the moody winter blues is a new book.

Gina Vaynshteyn

Jun 10, 2021

There’s a $17 Tool You Need if You’re Reusing Plastic Baggies (or Buying Reusable Ones)

A change in even one small daily life habit can make an impact. And here's how to make that habit easier.

Shifrah Combiths

Jun 9, 2021

If You’re Going to Read One Book In January, Make It This One

Plus four other novels you should consider diving into.

Gina Vaynshteyn

Jun 9, 2021

If You’re Going to Read One Book In March, Make It This One

Plus, four other books to add to your TBR list.

Gina Vaynshteyn

Jun 9, 2021

Before & After: Emily Henderson’s Kitchen Changed How I Store My Pot Holders

I love storing something without taking up any space.

Shifrah Combiths

Jun 9, 2021

Three Clever Ways I Use Lazy Susans to Keep My Small Apartment Organized

Plus, the best ones to buy.

Britt Franklin

Jun 8, 2021

If You’re Only Going to Read One Novel in August, Make It This One

It might not scream “beach read,” but it’s a mystery and drama in its own right, its poetic execution making it impossible to bookmark and turn away from.

Gina Vaynshteyn

Jun 8, 2021

9 Alluring Dark Bottom Pools That Are Just a Step More Special Than Light Blue

If you’ve ever seen a dark bottom pool, you know how alluring they can be. They’re just a step more special than the average light blue.With their floor and sides plastered or tiled in black or navy, these pools are warmed more easily by the sun, but also can appear cooler and deeper. Their surfaces reflect the nearby landscape for a moody vibe and they’re a beautiful contrast against lighter surroundings.

Carolin Lehmann

Jun 8, 2021

This $20 Amazon Find Will Make Sure Your Stovetop Stays Spotless

But wait — it does so much more than stop spills!

Tim Minerd

Jun 8, 2021

What Book Clubs Have Learned About Community from a Year of Reading Online

Lessons from a year of Zoom chats and Instagram challenges that can help strengthen your book club.

Samantha Zabell

Jun 8, 2021

We Tried the $89 Carbon Steel Skillet That Keeps Selling Out—and the Hype Is Real

Here's why I think you should hurry up and buy this pan yourself. Before it sells out again.

Meghan Splawn

Jun 8, 2021

This $10 Grandma-Approved Gadget Will Keep Your Avocados Fresh for Days

As they say, grandma truly does know best!

Phoebe Sklansky

Jun 8, 2021

Why The Best Thing For Your Cleaning Routine Is a $3 Diaper

Microfiber cloths are popular for a reason, but they have a real dark side. Here's why cleaning experts think you should quit microfiber and reach for a diaper instead.

Ashley Abramson

Jun 8, 2021

8 Cast Iron Tips from a Cook Who Officially Ditched All of Her Nonstick Pans

We thought we'd ask one cast iron fanatic to share her top tips for cooking with this "precious metal."

Lauren Masur

Jun 8, 2021

If You’re Only Going to Read One Novel in October, Make It This One

Make this novel next on your to-read list.

Gina Vaynshteyn

Jun 8, 2021

The Smartest $15 I Spent This Year Helped Me Feel Less Lonely While I Lived Alone

Bluetooth speakers don't have to be high tech to get the job done.

Ella Cerón

Jun 8, 2021

I Moved My Phone 18 Inches In The Kitchen and It Changed The Way I Cook

All thanks to a $15 repurposed gadget.

Ella Cerón

Jun 8, 2021

This $25 Tweak Will Make Your Curtains Look More Expensive

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Hang on to this one—get it?

Kelsie Schrader

Jun 8, 2021

7 Things You Should Never Do With Paper Towels

One of the easiest ways to cut back on single-use paper is realizing that some areas at home are best left untouched by the controversial paper towel.

Shifrah Combiths

Jun 8, 2021

15 Surprisingly Useful Kitchen Tools That Are Totally Worth It

Starting at just $4.59.

Kara Nesvig

Jun 7, 2021

The Renter Friendly Solution for Hanging Plants Without Putting Holes in the Ceiling

Can't drill holes in your ceiling? Here's a temporary and inexpensive way to use hanging planters.

Inigo Del Castillo

Jun 7, 2021

This $50 Quiet Blender Lets You Make Smoothies Without Waking Up the Entire House

"It's seriously so quiet!"

Ivy Ford

Jun 7, 2021

Ina Garten Inspired Me to Get These Giant $20 Kitchen Canisters

They have been especially useful during the pandemic.

Meleyna Nomura

Jun 7, 2021

Here’s How To Recreate the Headboard From “Emily In Paris”

All it takes is a simple DIY project to make you feel like you’re living the Parisian lifestyle, and that is tres exciting (not excité, ahem), indeed.

Olivia Harvey

Jun 7, 2021

I Don’t Have a Junk Drawer, But This $8 Container Store Find Is a Huge Help

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Clutter, begone!

Anna Kocharian

Jun 7, 2021

These $23 Acrylic Drawers from Amazon Made My Bathroom So Much More Stylish

... and functional, too!

Olivia Muenter

Jun 7, 2021

9 Sources for Modern, Modular Kitchens

These are some seriously stylish options.

Melissa Epifano

Jun 7, 2021

A Delightfully Absurd Reality Show About Pet Influencers is on Netflix

"Pet Stars" evokes "Dance Moms" meets "Kardashians" meets "The Hills" — but with cute animal influencers.

Jessica Wang

Jun 6, 2021

The Garden Tool You Never Knew You Needed is Probably Already in Your House

Alexa, help me grow my garden.

Jessica Wang

Jun 6, 2021

I Tried That Fan-Favorite $9 Cast Iron Cleaning Brush—And It Instantly Became a Kitchen Staple

Salt on a paper towel works great. But sometimes I need something more powerful and forceful—without removing the seasoning I’ve worked so hard to coat my pan in.

Ashley Abramson

Jun 6, 2021

The One Thing You Should Never Put in Your Filing Cabinet

You can "declutter" it before it becomes clutter.

Shifrah Combiths

Jun 6, 2021

This Under $35 Amazon Find Will Fix Your Living Room’s Messiest Spot

It's what your coffee table is missing.

Kelsie Schrader

Jun 6, 2021

9 Propagation Stations (Starting at $8) for People Who Like Free Plants and Beautiful Decor

While glasses, jars, and plastic bottles certainly take care of the practicals, investing in a propagation station can make the plant-growing process more beautiful than it already is—and add to the style of your home.

Ashley Abramson

Jun 6, 2021

I Use This $9 Tool Every Time I Cook—And I Think Every Kitchen Could Use One

I never even knew this was a thing, but now there is seldom a time where I'm cutting vegetables or fruit and not using it.

Lindsay Adams

Jun 5, 2021

This $8 Stacker Will Keep All Your Canned Goods Under Control—And Hides Away When Not in Use

A good organizer will help keep your kitchen tidy, but an excellent one will save you space, too.

Caroline Biggs

Jun 5, 2021

I Had Trouble Sleeping—Until I Tried This Ridiculously Simple $7 Amazon Product

The solution is cheap, easy to install, and won't be an eyesore in your bedroom either!

Betsy Goldberg

Jun 5, 2021

Allow Rihanna to Make the Case For Velvet Curtains

We've got curtain love on the brain.

Jessica Wang

Jun 5, 2021

I’ll Never Go Back to Paper Towels After Trying These $20 Dishwasher-Safe Alternatives

Spoiler alert: You're about to save a lot of money!

Olivia Muenter

Jun 4, 2021

8 Outdoor Bar Carts That'll Make Your Porch or Patio the Ultimate Hangout

Get inspired by these outdoor bar cart setups right in time for summer.

Sarah Lyon

Jun 4, 2021

The Can Opener Trick You’ll Wish You Knew Weeks Ago

I feel like I've been using a can opener wrong all my life.

Lauren Masur

Jun 4, 2021

Working From Home? Add This Dorm Room Essential to Your Setup

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Level up your couch with this old school purchase.

Kelsey Mulvey

Jun 4, 2021

29 Plant Hacks to Upgrade Your Green Thumb, Practically for Free

Whether your thumb is green or black, whether you have one plant or a jungle's worth, here are some plant-care tips that can help keep your greenery not only alive, but lush.

Shifrah Combiths

Jun 4, 2021

This $30 Organizer Totally Transformed a 7-Inch Space in My Tiny Kitchen

I tried it three different places in my apartment—this thing transforms any slender slice of space in seconds.

Caroline Biggs

Jun 4, 2021

101 Ways to Add Color to Your Home

Live in technicolor!

Sarah Lyon

Jun 3, 2021

One Designer Created a Stunning $40 DIY Light Fixture Using an Unexpected Amazon Find

It looks “amazing” from every angle.

Arielle Tschinkel

Jun 1, 2021

This Is the One Home Decor Trend You'll Regret the Most, According to Designers

But don't fear if you have it — there are easy, inexpensive ways to make it work.

Sarah Lyon

Jun 1, 2021

4 Apartment Accessories You Should Buy Secondhand

Thrifting pros share their takes on those under-the-radar gems you should seek out at the thrift store, especially if you're a new renter in a small space.

Kate Streit

Jun 1, 2021

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The Very Best Things That Make Working from Home More Productive

Let us guess: You cobbled together your WFH setup over a year ago and have been making do ever since. You’re not the only one. Our homes have had to do a lot of improvising, but it’s time to say goodbye to your couch-slash-office and dining table-slash-classroom. Instead, carve out an intentional space that lets you focus and doesn’t disrupt the rest of your home.Staples Connect™ understands how we (and our homes) are working and learning remotely.

Courtney Balestier

Jun 1, 2021

3 Tidying-Up Tricks Everyone Needs to Know Right Now

With a cleaning framework in place, you not only know where to start, but you get motivated by watching your mess shrink along the way.

Shifrah Combiths

Jun 1, 2021

4 Tiny House Kits You Can Order Online

Make your wildest tiny fantasy come to life.

Nicoletta Richardson

Jun 1, 2021

This Bench Cushion Makes the Ultimate IKEA Headboard Hack

Non-traditional headboards are having a moment and taking over in a very big way.

Savannah West

May 31, 2021

These Mirrored Cabins Are Designed to Blend Into the Forest

Take a tour of Arcana, secluded cabin rentals in the Canadian forest.

Jessica Wang

May 31, 2021

Just a Dumpster-Shaped Planter For Your Air Plant

Make your home dumpster chic with this humorous product.

Jessica Wang

May 31, 2021

This Digital Archive Lets You 3D Print Sculptures and Artifacts From Art History

Scan the World has an archive of 18,000 digital art, including “Bust of Nefertiti” by Thutmose and “David” by Michelangelo.

Jessica Wang

May 31, 2021

IKEA’s New Digital Experiments Reimagine the Role of Technology in the Home

IKEA and SPACE10's new digital series reimagines technology at home in a futuristic way.

Jessica Wang

May 30, 2021

Brie Larson Gave a Glimpse Into Her Cozy, Curtain-Filled Bedroom

Captain Marvel has an eye for design.

Jessica Wang

May 29, 2021

5 Easy Ways to Make Your Work-From-Home Setup More Eco-Friendly

According to experts.

Rudri Bhatt Patel

May 28, 2021

4 Low-Lift, High Reward Landscaping Trends Professionals Love

These super-easy moves will spruce up your yard without requiring a ton of maintenance.

Kate Streit

May 28, 2021

Home Stagers Share 5 Reasons Your Living Room Feels Messier Than It Is

Plus, easy ways to take your living room from “kind of sloppy” to open house-level neat.

Kate Streit

May 28, 2021

The Outdated Curb Appeal Trend You Should Avoid At All Costs

When you’re trying to sell your home, it’s more important than ever to ensure the outside catches a potential buyer’s eye right away.

Kate Streit

May 27, 2021

The New and Unexpected Home Decor Trend That Might Bring You Good Luck

The latest home decor trend appeals to my inner optimist.

Laura Fenton

May 27, 2021

Doing It Right: How To Lay a Level Brick Paver Patio

Laying a brick paver patio in your backyard is a low maintenance and beautiful way to create an al fresco entertaining space you’ll be able to enjoy for decades to come. In fact, when installed properly, paver patios have even been known to last nearly a century, and the weathered patina the bricks develop over time will only help them improve with age.

Dabney Frake

May 27, 2021

9 Trendy Kitchen Gadgets That Experts Say Are Worth It (and 6 That Just Aren't)

Make the most of your kitchen space with items you actually use.

Kara Nesvig

May 26, 2021

Elevated Eating: 33 Kitchen Island Breakfast Bar Ideas

The breakfast bar may have started out as just a place to scarf your morning cereal, but as anyone who’s ever been in a home with one can attest, if there’s a kitchen island with seating, that’s where everyone will be hanging out, guaranteed. They’re great for people who love to cook too.

Tess Wilson

May 26, 2021