You Can Vacation on a Private Tropical Island—for Free
If your tropical houseplants aren’t warming you up enough this winter and you’re pining for a full-blown paradise of your own, then you’re in luck. No, summer isn’t coming early, but there is a free beach vacation sweepstakes open now. A private island off the coast of Placencia, Belize, called Kanu is currently up for grabs as part of the VRBO’s Win the Island Sweepstakes.
Feb 16, 2019
A Star Wars Hotel Is Coming to Disney World
The most magical place on Earth is about to go intergalactic: Word on the design streets is that a Star Wars hotel is coming to Disney World in Orlando, and this collision of fantasy worlds undoubtedly has space geeks and theme park enthusiasts pumped. The new luxury resort at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge theme park will be the first of its kind, and true to form, Disney has plans to go all out (of this world) with the hotel design.
Feb 16, 2019
The 10 Best Twitter Reactions to the “Queer Eye” Season 3 Announcement
It is officially happening! “Queer Eye” season three is less than a month away. The Fab 5 took to social media to announce the amazing news, finally telling fans when we will get new episodes. Carly Rae Jepsen has a new song, “Now That I Found You,” that’s also tied to the promo for the new season of “Queer Eye” and we’re already dancing along to the music.
Feb 16, 2019
It’s Time to Brush Up on Your Wizarding World Lingo, Harry Potter Scrabble Is Heading Your Way
Are you the friend that everyone turns to when the group has a question about Harry Potter? You’ve seen all the movies so many times, you can’t even count, you reread the books every year, and you’ve made the trek to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. You are *the* Potterhead in your group. If so, chances are, you already own a Harry Potter-inspired board game. There are quite a few on the market. Well, get ready to add to your collection!
Feb 16, 2019
Wayfair Just Opened Their First Ever Outlet Store and You’re Going to Want to Go ASAP
Do you love Wayfair’s prices but you’re not crazy about purchasing furniture online? It can be a bit of a risk. You never know if it’s going to actually look as pretty as it does in the picture. Not only that, you run the risk of getting pieces of furniture that require a lot of work to put together. We’ve all ordered a coffee table before that looked simple enough to assemble, only to need two friends to come over and help us out after the fact.
Feb 16, 2019
Some Genius Is Making a Coffee Mug and Water Bottle in One
If you’ve ever commuted by train, bus, or bike or regularly hike with your dogs, then this genius new hybrid to-go container will no doubt solve one of life’s pressing problems—by combining your water bottle and travel coffee mug in one. No longer do we have to literally juggle beverage containers while trying to channel an octopus, or choose between life-giving caffeine and hydration.
Feb 15, 2019
This Dream Job Will Pay You Travel the World and Design Dog Clothes
We’re seeing more and more dream jobs where the lucky employee gets paid to travel the world. There’s usually some unbelievable perks, and most require skills like photography and social media content creation—but this gig is different. That’s why the latest dream job we spotted really stands out. One woman is hiring a personal designer to travel the world by her side.
Feb 12, 2019
Whoever Runs Target’s Hilarious Twitter Account Has Been Reading Our Minds
Everyone jokes about running to Target to buy “just one thing” but you wind up spending $200 without even realizing it. There is such a thing as the “Target effect” which is the reason why we overspend when shopping at Target. The marketing and design team at Target have created a layout that guides shoppers through an assortment of products the retailer wants us to buy.
Feb 10, 2019
This Is the Latest HGTV Star to Get a Target Collection
If you love to binge-watch HGTV and roam the aisles of Target on your weekends off, there’s a new collection you’re going to want to check out. We’ve already gotten Hearth & Hand from Chip and Joanna Gaines and now another HGTV star has brought their design style to Target. Leanne Ford, of Leanne Ford Interiors and “Restored by the Fords” on HGTV, is shedding light on the Target collection. When it comes to design, Leanne says, “Lighting is everything.
Feb 10, 2019
This Elegant Disney Tea Set Will Bring Out Your Inner Princess
Why is pretending to be a princess and drinking afternoon tea only meant for children? Tea parties are one of the best parties to be invited to. And getting to dress up like your favorite princess is an added bonus! If loving Disney princesses means we’re still kids at heart, we’ll gladly accept that fate. Especially if it means we get to drink tea out of porcelain cups! Pottery Barn has been steadily adding items to their stores that kids and adults love.
Feb 9, 2019
You Can Tell Your Valentine They’re a Golden Snitch with These Harry Potter Hallmark Cards
Valentine’s Day is less than a week away and if you haven’t gotten a card for your loved one yet, you’re going to want to get on that ASAP. Stores everywhere have an assortment of cards to choose from, including heavily romantic cards, cards full of puns, cards based on movie franchises, and more. If you’re looking for something magical to share with your loved one, the wizarding world is exactly where you want to look.
Feb 9, 2019
If You Love Instagram and Cruises, You’re Going to Want to Apply to This Dream Job At Royal Caribbean
Do you take roughly 500 photos when you go on vacation? And then spend the following 10 weeks after your trip sharing “TBT” pictures on Instagram? No shame here, we all are guilty of doing this, at least once. Everyone likes to show off their best side on the ‘gram. If this is something you think you’re a pro at, you might just be able to get a job out of it.
Feb 9, 2019
Would You Ship Your Luggage to Save on Baggage Fees? This Startup Hopes So
Everyone hates baggage fees, whether they’re unexpected or not. But clearly, the airlines know how to make a bundle off them: In 2017, US airlines collected $4.6 billion in checked baggage fees. Enter: LugLess, a new travel startup that offers a cost-competitive alternative to checking bags. The company is hoping that customers are willing to part with the traditional baggage-checking model in order to score cheaper luggage shipping rates.
Feb 8, 2019
A Goop Series Is Coming to Netflix
Pour yourself a glass of kale juice, because Netflix is about to get Gooped. The lifestyle company, helmed by patron saint of jade eggs and juice cleanses, Gwyneth Paltrow, has inked a major deal with Netflix to create a docu-series that will air this fall. Split into 30-minute episodes, the program will be hosted by Paltrow and other members of the Goop team, and will discuss “issues relating to physical and spiritual wellness,” Variety reports.
Feb 5, 2019
Letter from the Founder, Maxwell Ryan
This April we will be celebrating our 15th birthday. For me, it will be a celebration of growing, doing better and better work over the years, and staying true to our mission.
Feb 4, 2019
A (Love) Letter From the Apartment Therapy Editor: February 2019
Dear Readers, Welcome to the first monthly installment of our Letter from the Editor — my chance to speak directly to you about what’s going on at Apartment Therapy. I’ll be writing the first Monday of the month to give you updates on what to expect. This past year or so has been a bit of renovation for us, in both technology (you might have noticed a refreshed front page) and growing audience (we reach millions of you each month!).
Feb 4, 2019
You Can Build Your Own Life-Size Cat Using These Blocks
There is an interesting belief that people are either dog people or cat people. But any general animal lover knows the more the merrier! Why limit yourself to just one species when you can appreciate them all? However, some people do tend to stay away from cats for a somewhat valid reason, though I personally ignore it. Cats can really aggravate allergies. You’ll meet people who cannot even go in the same room as a cat for 30 seconds without practically bursting.
Feb 3, 2019
The Hallmark Channel Is Looking for Extras for One of Their Next Christmas Movies
For some people, it might be a little too early to think of Christmas. But at the Hallmark Channel, it is never too early to plan for Christmas. In 2018, they released 22 new holiday movies. Clearly, over at the Hallmark Channel, they are putting in a lot of work when it comes to Christmas. If that is your favorite channel to curl up on the couch with a cup of cocoa and watch during the holiday season, you’re in luck.
Feb 3, 2019
You Can Get Rid Of That Pesky Wet Dog Smell With This Drying Dog Coat
Is there anything that smells worse than a wet dog? Probably, but it is not a smell that you want to linger in your house. After a bath, every dog has a moment of intense “zoomies” where they sprint around the house and get their wet dog smell on just about everything. As much as we love to watch our dogs run around and act a little crazy, there is a way to avoid this smell getting on your couch, bed, and carpet. Now, your dog obviously can get wet from more than just a bath.
Feb 3, 2019
You Can Keep Your Dog’s Paws Safe All Year Long With This $13 Wax
Now that it is officially February, we’re due for some winter weather. The end of January saw a polar vortex sweep the U.S. that had temperatures plummeting into the -50 and -60°F range. There were 100-degree differences in temperatures between Florida and the states impacted by the frigid cold snap. With this cold weather comes a lot of ice. In order to combat ice on sidewalks and roadways, rock salt is thrown down on the ground. As any pet owner knows, rock salt is an enemy to dogs.
Feb 2, 2019
Get Your Galleons Ready – Harry Potter Fans Can Officially Visit Gringotts This Spring
Harry Potter fans, get ready to dip into your little sacks of money and pull out all of your Knuts, Sickles, and Galleons. You’re going to need some money for the newest addition to Warner Bros. Studio Tour London. It is official, you can now visit Gringotts Wizarding Bank! Warner Bros. Studio Tour London opened “The Making of Harry Potter” back in 2012, as a way to preserve set pieces from the Harry Potter films for fans to experience for many years to come.
Feb 2, 2019
February 2019 Memo: The Buzzfeed Lesson
Quite simply, January was a tremendous month. We finished with the strongest audience numbers in over two years (take out Thanksgiving on Kitchn). You’d have to go back to 2016 to see regular month numbers that topped this past month. Excellent job. The only thing I really have to say is – stay the course. Clearly, the many hours of work that have been put in over the last year are beginning to pay off.
Feb 1, 2019
9 of the Best Super Bowl Party Ideas, According to Pinterest
Super Bowl LIII is this weekend. If you’re not a diehard Patriots or Rams fan, you may not be too hyped up. It’s even possible you forgot the big game is coming up this weekend. You’re forgiven because there’s still time to whip up a Sunday afternoon fiesta, complete with decorations and themed snacks. Pinterest has plenty of clever and chic ideas to help you elevate your Super Bowl party decor, no matter who you’re cheering for this year.
Feb 1, 2019
You Can Now Buy That Viral Coffee Alarm Clock
The internet tells us plenty of ways to improve your morning cup of joe: carefully monitor the coffee to water ratio, don’t use water that hasn’t boiled yet, and a number of other tips. But there’s one thing coffee-making connoisseurs fail to point out: let someone—or something—else do all the heavy lifting. This nifty coffee brewing alarm clock will wake you up and get you caffeinated.
Jan 31, 2019
This Dating App Created Funny Valentine’s Day Cards For Every Relationship Stage
The best way to ensure your Valentine’s Day goes smoothly this year is to get prepared well ahead of February 14. That means no attempting to make last-minute dinner reservations or frantically perusing the picked-over cards at your favorite drugstore. On the other hand, you should definitely put some sincerity, time and effort into selecting a suitable card for your sweetie, and there’s a Valentine’s Day card pack to make the choice a little easier.
Jan 30, 2019
Kids 14 and Under Can Fly For Free On This Budget Airline
Going on vacation can be one of the best things that your family does together—you can make memories that will last a lifetime. As much fun as traveling can be, the flight costs to your destination can be crippling for a family, especially ones with multiple kids. Children over the age of two are charged a full-price ticket by most airlines, and even if that 3-year-old is going to demand to sit in your lap the entire time, you often will have to pay for a seat for them on the plane.
Jan 29, 2019
The $4 Trader Joe’s Buy That Saved My Dry Winter Hair
As January turns into February, it would seem that the harsh cold weather is here to stay. One day we have temperatures in the 40s, and the next, it’s a frigid 5 degrees. With these fluctuating temperatures comes dry skin and brittle, damaged hair. The winter weather can even take a toll on those who don’t color or use heat tools, or those who already have silky hair. One way to combat dryness is using a hair mask to help keep your locks hydrated.
Jan 29, 2019
You Could Escape Reality With a Free Long-Distance Train Ride
All aboard the train that will get you away from the hustle and bustle of every day life—for free! Amtrak is on the hunt for one lucky winner to do just that, as part of their new social media residency. The program, deemed #AmtrakTakeMeThere, is looking for someone who is savvy with social media, can connect with followers, and most importantly, they can package and share their Amtrak travel stories to the world.
Jan 28, 2019
This Can Shower Holder Is the Perfect Gift for the Beer Lover In Your Life
Have you ever had one of those days where you needed to take a long shower to rinse all the annoyances of the day off of your skin? Of course, you have, we’ve all been there. Sometimes, when you need to decompress at the end of a bad day, on top of that long shower, you might also need a drink. But having a drink in the shower or bath isn’t always exactly convenient. The steam from the hot water makes the ledges in your bathroom slippery.
Jan 27, 2019
These Harry Potter Gifts Will Cast a Spell On Your Valentine – and They’re All On Sale Right Now
Now that January is almost coming to a close, after what feels like 60 days and not 31, that means Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Maybe you buy for your significant other or your galentines, or maybe you like to treat yourself on February 14th. If you’re a Harry Potter lover or someone close to you is, you’re going to want to check out these gifts that are currently on sale.
Jan 27, 2019
Freezing Weather Turned an Ohio Home Into a Giant Ice Sculpture
The first big storm of 2019 hit over the weekend, some areas saw inches of snow, while others saw freezing rain. The weather plummeted to far-below freezing, with areas in the East Coast getting slammed with temperatures below 5 degrees and with the wind chill, it felt even colder. It officially means that winter is here and we’re in for a brutal one. You might want to rethink your definition of freezing after looking at this picture.
Jan 22, 2019
10 “Tidying Up” Memes to Laugh at While You Avoid Decluttering Your Home
We’re too busy laughing to use the KonMari method right now.
Jan 22, 2019
Hot Topic Sells a Polly Pocket Makeup Palette and Every ‘90s Kid Is Going to Want One
Who didn’t love Polly Pocket growing up? It was one of those toys you could play with for hours on end. If someone pulled out a little Polly Pocket set right now, that would be the easiest way to tell who the ’90s kids are in the room. The Pocket name comes from the fact that the dolls came inside of pocket-sized compacts. Once you opened the case, it formed a dollhouse that the tiny figurine could fit inside. Along with the dollhouse, Polly Pocket had a huge wardrobe.
Jan 21, 2019
An Eagled-Eyed “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” Fan Figured Out Where You Can Buy Her Classic Pyrex Dish
It looks like Midge was ahead of the millennial pink trend!
Jan 21, 2019
You Can Get 25% Off One Rug at Target Today
Is there anything better than lounging on your couch on your day off and checking out deals online? Not really, no! It looks like Target read our minds and knew we were on the hunt for a good sale. Today only, they are having a 24-hour, online-only sale on furniture and rugs. You can get 25% off one piece of furniture or 25% off one rug. Sadly, you cannot combine this offer, but 25% off is nothing to glance over.
Jan 21, 2019
This Hotel In Aspen Has a Resident Bernese Mountain Dog That Will Cuddle With You
Booking my trip to Aspen ASAP!
Jan 20, 2019
Disney Is Offering a Deal on Park Tickets After Raising Their Daily Admission Prices
Just a few weeks ago, Disney announced some news that had fans pretty up in arms. Due to the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy Edge, Disneyland is raising its daily prices. The price hike pushed ticket costs over the $100 mark, to a total of $104 for a one-day, one-park admission. And that price is for a non-peak day. Disney previously announced a shift in their park ticketing system, where prices cost more during peak times.
Jan 20, 2019
Your Obsession With “Tidying Up” Might Just Be Overwhelming Your Local Thrift Store
We’re not sure – does this spark joy or no?
Jan 19, 2019
You Can Buy a Home In Sicily for $1 – But You’ll Have to Renovate It
Can I call Chip and Joanna Gaines for help?
Jan 19, 2019
Target Is Giving Away $20 Gift Cards Today If You Spend $100 On Baby Items
Planning to head to Target this weekend to aimlessly wander the aisles? If you’re a parent, that aimless Target run is actually going to benefit you tremendously. Everyone knows that babies are not cheap. They are growing every day, spitting up on their clothes, and bursting through diapers left and right. Infants go through onesies in the blink of an eye. It would seem that Target understands just how much it costs to raise a child.
Jan 19, 2019
Airbnb Wants to Send You to Italy on Sabbatical
We’re only a few weeks into the new year and Airbnb is already offering an opportunity to escape our normal lives while helping to preserve a cherished UNESCO World Heritage Site. Grottole, a quaint Italian village of only 300 people and over 600 empty homes, is at risk of disappearing and Airbnb is looking for four lucky people to embark on a three-month sabbatical to help reawaken the village.
Jan 17, 2019
Rent This Chic Shipping Container Tiny House For Under $200
When two of the most popular home building trends collide, you can expect nothing less than stellar results. Guaranteed to put stars in your eyes is this absolutely charming two-story shipping container house from CargoHome. Its stylish tiny digs are roomier than your typical micro home, plus it smartly incorporates the perpetually cool concept of upcycling shipping containers into its chic living spaces.
Jan 17, 2019
Meghan Markle’s Favorite Hobby Is Trending on Pinterest
Still looking for a new hobby to pick up in 2019? How about one that’s fun to learn and gives you something in common with everybody’s favorite real-life “Princess Diaries” heroine, Meghan Markle? In a 2013 interview with Esquire, Markle revealed that she did a little calligraphy on the side early in her career—she penned wedding invites for Robin Thicke, and managed “celebrity correspondence” for Dolce & Gabbana during the holiday season.
Jan 17, 2019
Netflix Announced a Price Increase, and The Internet Isn’t Happy About It
Netflix is prepping to increase its price tag, and not everyone’s thrilled about it. The streaming service just announced the prices of their three subscription plans will each go up $1-2 per month, CNN reports. The most popular plan will have the largest pice hike, to $13 per month from $11. While all existing members will have their price increase enacted in the next couple months, new members will have the heightened prices immediately upon signing up for the service.
Jan 15, 2019
Join the Apartment Therapy Home Team Panel!
At Apartment Therapy and our sister site The Kitchn, we walk inside real homes all across the world every single day. Seeing how people live—and how their spaces reflect who they are—is at the core of what we do. Now, we’ve invented a new way to understand how our readers live at home, with the Apartment Therapy Home Team Panel. What exactly does the panel do?
Jan 15, 2019
IKEA’s New Homepage Has a Surprising (and Creepy) Detail
Peep at the new IKEA welcome page and it’s a homey, yet elegant, scene complete with floral wallpaper, a cozy couch, and… creepy doll heads?
Jan 15, 2019
JetBlue Wants To Send You On A Free Trip to Puerto Rico To See ‘Hamilton’
Just like the lottery, but with a complimentary vacation included.
Jan 14, 2019
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Are Reportedly Living In a $3.2 Million Farmhouse
While the world awaits the newest royal baby, soon-to-be parents Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have reportedly settled down in a new temporary home. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been making so many home plans recently, we wish we could watch all of it play out on royal special on HGTV. In November 2018, it was first reported that Harry and Meghan would be moving out of Kensington Palace in anticipation of their new baby.
Jan 13, 2019
Millions of Christmas Candles Are Headed Straight to the Landfill This Month
It is 2019 and it is safe to say that there are plenty of people thinking about the carbon footprint we’re leaving on this planet. If people aren’t concerned with that exactly, they are thinking of their waste consumption. The average person produces nearly five pounds of garbage in just one day. That’s over 1,600 pounds of garbage in one year, from just one person. As people begin to worry more and more about our impact on the planet, there are exciting changes happening.
Jan 13, 2019
Disney’s Newest Pair of Minnie Ears Look Good Enough to Eat
I want five pairs!
Jan 12, 2019
You Can Now Buy a Pair of Slippers That Look Just Like Your Dog
What dog lover doesn’t want to wear their pet’s face on them every day? Every proud pet owner wants to show off their furry friend any way they can. Now, pet owners can get a pair of custom slippers to show off their undying love of their pet. Cuddle Clones, a company known for selling stuffed versions of your beloved pets, now sells custom pet slippers. You can get a pair of slippers from the company that looks like your dog, your cat, and even your horse!
Jan 12, 2019
10 Things That Say Home to the Laundress Co-Founder Lindsey Boyd
If anyone can make doing laundry feel like a luxury rather than a chore, it’s the women behind The Laundress. Founded in 2004 by Lindsey Boyd and Gwen Whiting, The Laundress sells detergent and home cleaning products that pair effective, environmentally-friendly formulas with sophisticated packaging and scents. That marriage of purpose and aesthetics is something Boyd carries into her whole home, where even her broom is thoughtfully chosen.
Jan 9, 2019
Amazon Delivery Drivers Want Permission to Enter Your Garage
One of Amazon‘s greatest innovations—Amazon Prime—has become a staple for many American households. Not a day goes by that I don’t see piles of packages with that signature “Prime” tape stacking up in my lobby. The two-day delivery upgrade makes life so easy that it seems like there’s nothing that could make the service more convenient—until now.
Jan 9, 2019
10 of the Funniest Tweets About ‘Tidying Up with Marie Kondo’ That Will Spark Joy In Your Life
“Me applying Marie Kondo's KonMari method to all aspects of my life”
Jan 6, 2019
Cat Lovers Can Travel To the First-Ever Pusheen Pop-Up Cafe This Month
Just look at the tiny Pusheen details throughout the entire cafe!
Jan 6, 2019
You Can Spend Your Next Spa Vacation Cuddling Puppies
Think there is no perfect vacation destination? Think again! It is time to travel to Santa Fe, New Mexico. You can unwind at a beautiful spa with some yoga, meditation, fitness, and most important of all, puppy cuddling. A Santa Fe spa, Sunrise Springs, offers puppy cuddling as part of their package. Guests visiting the all-inclusive spa resort can get all of the normal spa luxuries, but what makes this spa standout is the access to animals.
Jan 5, 2019
You Can Get Paid $130,000 to Live on a Small Island and Run a Lighthouse In San Francisco
If you have always dreamed about living on an island and you’re on the hunt for a new job, you’re in luck. A tiny island on the San Francisco Bay is home to a small inn and lighthouse that can become your future home. The best part? You can earn an annual salary of $130,000. For those who have ever dreamed of living in the Bay area but didn’t want to pay the high prices of real estate in the area, this opportunity is a godsend.
Jan 5, 2019
You and Your Bestie Can Now Stay at Disney for a Week for Under $115 a Night
Walt Disney World is often called the most magical place on Earth, and for Disney lovers, it truly is. As magical as it might be, that doesn’t mean that a trip to Disney comes cheap. In fact, you’re going to put quite a large dent in your wallet if you’re planning a trip to visit Mickey and Minnie in sunny Orlando, Florida. Any savvy Disney traveler knows that you can’t just book a Disney trip on a total whim.
Jan 5, 2019
This Service Allows You to Swap Homes Like in ‘The Holiday’
There’s a website that allows you a temporary escape by swapping homes with a stranger—and it could be the getaway you’ve been looking for. Like the 2006 romcom “The Holiday,” Love Home Swap lets users list their homes and then browse through others to swap. If you’re going through a rut and need a quick change of scenery, or just want to escape your comfort zone and try something new, this might be an oddly simple solution.
Jan 3, 2019
Joanna Gaines Revealed The New Year’s Resolution That We Can All Get Down With
If you’ve logged onto your social media accounts since the new year begin (that champagne cheers wasn’t going to boomerang itself, after all), you’ve most likely noticed your favorite personality reveal what they hope to achieve in 2019. Many wrote of general health and happiness, but Joanna Gaines went a step further to tackle a challenge we all struggle with: living in the moment.
Jan 2, 2019
This Furniture Collection Is Part-Bed, Part-Desk
It’s safe to say that telecommuters will experience love at first sight with designer Geoffrey Pascal’s Unexpected Office collection: A brightly-colored set of unique office furniture that creatively meshes the bed and desk together, which makes working in bed more feasible. Named Grafeoiphobia, Pascal’s collection takes its name from the fear of desks.
Jan 2, 2019
January 2019 Memo: The SWOT
Happy New Year! It’s time to kick off Q1 tomorrow morning, but for this January memo I want to get the ball rolling by summarizing our SWOT exercise from a few weeks back and share the rough draft of a new OKR dashboard for 2019. For me, the central conversation of our retreat last month was the two hour SWOT exercise that we all participated in on Wednesday morning.
Jan 1, 2019
Dog Owners Take More Pictures of Their Pet Than Their Significant Other
If you were to hand someone your phone right now, what would the camera roll look like? A few snaps from recent date nights, a couple pictures of your loved ones, and roughly 500 photos of your pet, right? You just can’t help yourself, they fell asleep in the cutest position and you had to snap a couple (50) pictures of them! Don’t be ashamed, every pet owner has been there. Chances are, if you are a dog lover, your camera roll is just photo shoot after photo shoot of your pet.
Dec 29, 2018
You Can Finally Proclaim Your Love of Rosé with This Giant Pillow From Urban Outfitters
We don’t care if we get called “basic” for saying this, but we love rosé! Sure, it might seem like a summer drink, but every rosé lover knows that it can be enjoyed year-round. If you’re a huge lover of rosé, chances are your friends already know that it is your go-to drink of choice. But, now, you can really advertise your passion for rosé in your home, thanks to Urban Outfitters. One of our favorite brands now sells one of our favorite drinks.
Dec 29, 2018
Women Sleep More Peacefully Next to Their Dog, Not Their Significant Other
There are some things about sleeping that seem to just be a fact. You sleep better in your own bed, totally true, right? Flipping your pillow to the other side will instantly cool you off and lull you back to sleep? Also true! Sleeping with your dog next to you, instead of your partner, will give you a better night sleep? That is also, apparently, true. Are you one of the many dog owners who has been saying this for years?
Dec 29, 2018
Here’s What to Do If an Amazon Package Arrived Too Late for Christmas
Now that holiday shopping is phasing out, many people are wondering the whereabouts of a purchase that’s yet to arrive. If you’re like me, you shopped last minute via Amazon because, who doesn’t love two-day shipping? But sometimes they online retailer doesn’t deliver—literally. Thankfully, the team at Offers offered (no pun intended) a guide detailing what to do if your Amazon Prime order arrived too late for Christmas.
Dec 28, 2018
4 Alternative Airbnbs Giving Tiny Houses a Run for Their Money
Maybe it’s the competitive nature of Instagram, or maybe it’s simply a more innocuous pursuit of fully immersive travel experiences, but one thing is certain according to Airbnb’s latest quantitative data: the quest to book a stay in ever more unique styles of vacation homes is getting serious (and turning into serious business).
Dec 27, 2018
IKEA’s Winter Sale Includes Items for 50% Off
If your Christmas wish is for new furniture, IKEA is delivering. The Swedish retailer announced their post-holiday winter sale, and the great news is that some finds are up to 50 percent off. Starting December 26, members of IKEA’s rewards program, IKEA Family, can get 25 to 30 percent off classic pieces, like the BILLY bookcase, or the STRANDMON wing chair.
Dec 24, 2018
Hot Sleepers Can Finally Sleep Comfortably Through the Night With This Cooling Weighted Blanket
Are you one of those people who cannot sleep without the fan on? It might be below 20 °F degrees outside, but you still need your fan on to sleep peacefully. Some of us need the added coolness when we are all bundled up during the winter. Did you know that your body changing temperatures while you sleep (think: waking up at 3 AM drenched in sweat) has to do with the overall quality of your sleep. Sleep occurs when your core temperature is dropping during a normal circadian rhythm.
Dec 23, 2018
Ford’s New Noise-Cancelling Doghouse Keeps Your Pet Calm During Storms
When you think of the name Ford, your first thought probably isn’t about dogs and it is focused on big trucks, right? Same here. Well, if you’re not up-to-date on Ford’s other ventures, pet owners will be pleased to learn that Ford has begun creating doghouses and they’re perfect for pets that can get a little skittish during thunderstorms and fireworks displays.
Dec 23, 2018
You Can Buy Your Dog a Pair of Socks To Wear on Christmas Morning
Christmas is now just days away. People are scrambling to buy last-minute gifts and rushing to wrap everything to get it under the Christmas tree. Maybe you’re one of those down-to-the-wire shoppers or maybe you have had everything purchased before November even was underway. No matter how you shop, buying little things the days leading up to Christmas always seems to happen. How is it that we always tend to spend more than we planned on when Christmas rolls around?
Dec 23, 2018