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Get answers, advice, and solutions to your biggest lifestyle questions — like where to buy the best candles, how to get a great night’s sleep, and tips to nail your next WFH job interview — to level up your life at home.

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Collage of things that are little personal wins

50 Ways to Have 50 Little Wins This Month

Living

Appreciating the little things never felt so good.

Sofia Rivera

Apr 26, 2023

This Budget-Friendly Le Creuset Find Is (Actually) My Most Versatile Piece of Serveware

Get them while they're on sale!

Ian Burke

Apr 25, 2023

Everything You Should Know About Bed Bath & Beyond Filing Bankruptcy

It’s time to use those Big Blue coupons before it’s too late.

Noella Williams

Apr 24, 2023

This Garage Hack Spotted on TikTok Could Be a Lifesaver in the Summer

News

Turn your garage into a more comfortable living space.

Laura Drummond

Apr 24, 2023

Costco Added a “Dangerously Delicious” 4.5-Pound New Pastry to Their Bakery Section

Living

Chocolate lovers, this one’s for you!

Matt Lardie

Apr 24, 2023

Drew Barrymore Has Four Cats in Her NYC Apartment And This Is the Litter Brand She Swears By

Shopping

Her cats love this litter because it's gentler on their paws.

Alicia Kort

Apr 23, 2023

101 Little Ways to Green Your Life at Home

There are countless tiny ways you can make at home that not only help the environment, but can be better for your health and wallet.

Nicoletta Richardson

Apr 22, 2023

You Can Now Shop King Charles’ Coronation Collection

News

It includes homeware like plates, mugs, and tea towels.

Emma Kershaw

Apr 22, 2023

This Redditor Found Plates Worth $2,000 at a Thrift Store

You really can’t tell what treasures you’ll find at a thrift store.

Inigo Del Castillo

Apr 21, 2023

This Lightweight Costco Cooler Is Here to Save Your Summer

If you’re dreading having to tote your heavy cooler to the beach and back, then it might be time to invest in this collapsible cooler from Costco.

Olivia Harvey

Apr 21, 2023

The Discreet Accessory That Saved My Sofa from Cat Scratches

It works so well, I bought two!

Nic Dobija-Nootens

Apr 21, 2023

The Incredible Way "Block Scheduling" Made Me So Much Less Overwhelmed

Living

I’ve never felt so present.

Shifrah Combiths

Apr 21, 2023

I Tried the TikTok “Jam Jar” Cocktail and It’s Ridiculously Good

Living

The secret ingredient is probably already in your fridge.

Heather Bien

Apr 20, 2023

8 Little Luxuries Under $10 That Make My Mornings Actually Enjoyable

Living

Check out what may be the cutest mugs you’ve ever seen.

L. Daniela Alvarez

Apr 20, 2023

Costco Has a DIY Storage Shed and It’s on Sale Right Now

If you’ve been dreaming of building a backyard office, studio, hangout spot, or storage shed, but just haven’t had the budget to get something custom-built, then Costco is here to make your shed dreams come true.

Olivia Harvey

Apr 20, 2023

10 Editor-Tested Grad Gifts Under $100 for Traveling, Relaxing, and Celebrating

Editor-tested and approved gifts for your favorite new grads.

Britt Franklin

Apr 20, 2023

10 Last-Minute Mother’s Day Gifts That Are Thoughtful, Not Cheesy

It's not too late to find the perfect gift!

Nicole Lund

Apr 20, 2023

The Scrumptious Snack I Always Snag From the Dollar Store

Living

Try the Farmer's Pantry Honey Butter Cornbread Crisps for a cheap and delicious snack. They're $1.25 at the Dollar Tree.

Mara Weinraub

Apr 19, 2023

The Best TV Stands at Walmart, All Under $300

These picks all look so stylish and modern.

Nikol Slatinska

Apr 18, 2023

This Innovative Doormat Not Only Keeps My Floors Spotless — It’s Also So Easy to Clean

Spring cleaning starts now!

Stella Totino

Apr 18, 2023

7 Books to Help You Get More out of Life

With the right guides, you can get more out of life than ever before.

nextbigideaclub

Apr 17, 2023

3 Questions Hiring Managers Wish You Wouldn’t Ask at Job Interviews

Living

And when to ask them instead.

Barbara Bellesi Zito

Apr 16, 2023

12 Personalized Etsy Mother’s Day Gifts That Are as Special as She Is

Shopping

From jewelry to home decor to kitchen tools.

Apr 15, 2023

A Charming “Up” LEGO Set Has Arrived at Costco

News

And it’s on sale.

Abby Monteil

Apr 14, 2023

Here’s Why You Should Have Adult Sleepovers with Your Friends

News

It’s an excuse to wear your pajamas while enjoying time with your besties.

Noella Williams

Apr 14, 2023

10 Gorgeous (and Foolproof) Mother’s Day Gifts from Anthropologie Under $100

These are sure to bring a smile to her face.

Nikol Slatinska

Apr 13, 2023

The “What Would Grandma Do?” Test I Use to Practice Mindful Consumption

Living

This Great Depression-era advice helps guide me.

Candace Nelson

Apr 13, 2023

I Tried TikTok’s Amazon Price-Matching Hack at Target

This sneaky tip can save you cash on every Target run.

Kristen Garaffo

Apr 12, 2023

No Timer or To-Do List Ever Helped My Procrastination — But This One Habit Does

Living

If no productivity hack has worked, this one tip may help you as much as it's helped me.

Somdyuti Datta Ray

Apr 11, 2023

Our Place Released a New and Improved Version of the Insta-Famous Always Pan — and It’s Now My Go-to Cooking Tool

This version can even go in the oven!

Nic Dobija-Nootens

Apr 11, 2023

The Ingenious, Easy Amazon Hack That Will Make Old Leather Sofas Look Like New Again

It works in seconds.

Nic Dobija-Nootens

Apr 10, 2023

Spain Is Offering Free Train Rides for the Rest of 2023

Planning a trip to Spain? If so, you’re in luck, because you’re about to save a ton of money getting from place to place.

Abby Monteil

Apr 9, 2023

I Sent a Productivity Coach Photos of My Workspace

Living

Here’s what she told me to change.

Heather Bien

Apr 9, 2023

Costco’s Folding Wagons Are Back in Stock

They’re workhorses, even on sand.

Olivia Harvey

Apr 7, 2023

This Under-$20 Amazon Find Prevents Stuff from Getting Lost Under the Couch

News

It’s the perfect hack for anyone with kids, pets, a Roomba, a lower-back problem, or all of the above.

Inigo Del Castillo

Apr 6, 2023

The Two Trader Joe’s Skincare Products an Aesthetician Highly Recommends

Living

They’re both under $10.

Kristen Garaffo

Apr 6, 2023

Stanley Just Released a New Collection That’s Perfect for Outdoor Entertaining — Get It Before It Sells Out!

Get ready for warm-weather entertaining.

Ian Burke

Apr 5, 2023

The Tried-and-True Grocery Shopping Method I Use to Stay on Budget — Even with Food Inflation

Living

No coupon cutting required.

Allison Ditmer

Apr 5, 2023

The Enchanting Dollar-Store Figurines That’ll Complete Your Spring Decor

Living

I can’t believe these cost just a dollar.

Sofia Rivera

Apr 4, 2023

3D-Printed Wood Could Quite Literally Save the Trees

By using a 3D bioprinter, scientists can grow this plant material in ways that aren’t found in nature, and do so without producing waste.

Olivia Harvey

Apr 1, 2023

This TikToker Showed Off a Clam Shell Bed, and It’s Giving “Little Mermaid” Vibes

Look at this stuff, isn't it neat?

Inigo Del Castillo

Mar 31, 2023

These Are The Top 2023 Wedding Themes

From boho to Disney.

Abby Monteil

Mar 31, 2023

You Can Stay In The World's Only IKEA Hotel in Sweden

Assembly not required.

Arielle Tschinkel

Mar 31, 2023

5 Important Lessons Dogs Can Teach Us, According to a Veterinarian

Dr. Renee Alsarraf shares 5 key insights from her new book, "Sit, Stay, Heal: What Dogs Can Teach Us About Living Well."

nextbigideaclub

Mar 31, 2023

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4 Busy Professionals on How They Will Prioritize Their Sleep This Spring — and Why They’ll Do It

Quality sleep isn’t just something we need for our health. Those eight (-ish) hours are important, but they’re also preparation for all the hours that come after: the time we spend on our passion projects, families, and goals. Waking up refreshed — as in actually awake — sets us up to live our best lives until it’s time to go to sleep again. And, like our best lives, our best night’s sleep looks a little different for everybody.

Courtney Balestier

Mar 31, 2023

This Portable, Foldable Fan Just Might Be the Only One You’ll Ever Need (It’s Only $40!)

Get it in time for summer.

Nic Dobija-Nootens

Mar 31, 2023

The $4 Aldi Fan Favorite Grocery I Only Wish I'd Tried Sooner

It's so versatile.

Patty Catalano

Mar 30, 2023

These Are The Most Popular 2023 Interior Design Styles

According to Pinterest.

Abby Monteil

Mar 30, 2023

“DHY” is My Secret for Affordable Custom Framing

Custom framing can be mind-bogglingly expensive when you're trying to dress up your walls on the cheap.

Taryn Williford

Mar 30, 2023

Costco Revealed How Much the Average Shopper Spends per Visit

News

Do you spend more or less than the average?

Abby Monteil

Mar 29, 2023

I Tried the Viral TikTok Banana Coffee and It Is Indeed Magical

It's just two ingredients and so delicious.

Patty Catalano

Mar 29, 2023

Show Off Your Dog — and Your Home — On Camera: Apply to our Metro New York/New Jersey Casting Call!

Do you have unrealized plant dreams? A plant in crisis? Want to learn how to propagate or what plants are best for your space? If so, you might be perfect for a new IGTV series we are working on with Hilton Carter, Apartment Therapy's Plant Therapist.

Rebecca Blumhagen

Mar 28, 2023

This Historic Home Has a Finished Basement Like You’ve Never Seen Before

News

This basement is part European alleyway, part NYC brownstone loft, and part castle dungeon (in a good way).

Olivia Harvey

Mar 28, 2023

IKEA’s New Waterproof Speaker Is a Must-Have If You Sing In the Shower

News

And it's under $15.

Inigo Del Castillo

Mar 27, 2023