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Stay At These Hotels That Were Featured In Your Favorite Hallmark Holiday Movies

Live out your Hallmark Movie dreams this holiday season.

Emma Kershaw

Nov 21, 2021

These Are the Best Books of 2021, According to Amazon Editors

Bookmarks at the ready!

Emma Kershaw

Nov 20, 2021

5 Reasons to Trade Your Smartphone for an Old-School Flip Phone

According to people who have done it.

Jennifer Prince

Nov 20, 2021

This Is the Most Thoughtful Gift You Could Possibly Give to Your Wine-Loving Friend

Let them sip back and relax.

Erin Cavoto

Nov 19, 2021

How to Use Tarot in Your Daily Routine, According to an Expert

Author Jessica Dore breaks down her approach to mindful card pulls.

Julianne Ishler

Nov 19, 2021

The “Author Clock” Tells Time Using Quotes from Books

While most clocks will only tell you the time, a quirky new clock will also tell you timeless tales.

Inigo Del Castillo

Nov 19, 2021

The $30 Electric Wine Opener That Everyone Thinks Is More Expensive Than It Is

It's easy to use, and so much fun.

Rachel Simon

Nov 19, 2021

My Aging Dog Would Always Sleep on the Floor — Until I Bought This Dog Bed

Best of all, it's on sale!

Andie Kanaras

Nov 18, 2021

Meditate and Stretch Mid-Flight with Peloton's New Classes on Delta

NEWS

Get your Peleton fix mid-flight.

Arielle Tschinkel

Nov 18, 2021

7 Mini Christmas Tree Toppers That Are Perfect for Small Spaces

Small trees need love, too!

Arricca SanSone

Nov 18, 2021

8 Easy Ways to Save Money on Groceries, According to Financial Experts

Cut down on that final bill with ease.

Rochelle Bilow

Nov 18, 2021

The Best Wine Advent Calendars for a Tasty (and Maybe Tipsy!) Christmas Countdown

Cheers to the holidays!

Erin Cavoto

Nov 17, 2021

Join AT’s Live Shopping Series, Shop Talk, to Discover the Most Practical Holiday Gifts They’ll Actually Use

Your loved ones will actually get some mileage out of these useful finds.

Jasmine Grant

Nov 17, 2021

This $45 Gadget is My Mom’s Secret to Stress-Free Holiday Serving

Shopping

Because anything that makes serving easier is worth the investment.

Sarah M. Vazquez

Nov 16, 2021

This Tiny Game is a Social Gathering Centerpiece — and a Great Stocking Stuffer

It takes the guesswork out of making small talk.

Kendall Cornish

Nov 16, 2021

20 of the Best $10-and-Under Gifts from Target

The 15 items on this list may be affordable, but they certainly aren't cheap-looking.

Savannah West

Nov 16, 2021

20 of the Best Gifts For Netflix Binge-Watching Fanatics

Each one of these gifts says: "I know, I know: You're still watching."

Samantha Zabell

Nov 16, 2021

This Scooter Is Designed to Bring Your Dog Along for Rides

Mopet is a Japanese electric scooter that contains a small crate at the base of the vehicle meant to house smaller dogs on-the-go.

Olivia Harvey

Nov 15, 2021

6 Shows to Watch While You’re Waiting for “Atlanta” to Come Back

Season 3 will be here sooner rather than later, based on a new teaser promo that recently dropped.

Stephanie Barnes

Nov 15, 2021

7 Common Black Friday Mistakes You're Probably Making (and How to Fix Them)

Save money and the environment!

Amelia Barlow

Nov 15, 2021

This Reader-Favorite Pottery Brand Just Launched the Most Charming Tableware Collaboration

Talk about a dreamy collab!

Erin Cavoto

Nov 15, 2021

Trade TVs For Trips with Expedia, Hotels.com, and Vrbo’s Black Friday Deals

The holiday travel gift guide features two-night stays at some of the most desirable locations around the world.

Emma Kershaw

Nov 14, 2021

These Are the Most Popular TV Shows Over Thanksgiving

"That turkey has to feed twenty people at my parents' house and they're not going to eat it off your head!"

Emma Kershaw

Nov 14, 2021

This Is the Most Popular Family Sitcom in Your State

Ew, David!

Emma Kershaw

Nov 13, 2021

IKEA’s Holiday Campaign Includes An Original Song and a Hosting Challenge

The song and contest are part of IKEA's exclusive partnership with Group Nine and Song Candy.

Emma Kershaw

Nov 13, 2021

This Oprah-Favorite Find Is Now a Must-Have for My Home Coffee Station

This giftable kit comes with all you need to make a cool latte at home.

Britt Franklin

Nov 12, 2021

These Best List Favorites Make the Best Gifts (Trust Us, We Tried Them All!)

There's something for everyone on your list.

Kendall Cornish

Nov 12, 2021

Ina Garten Weighs In on Family-Style Versus Buffet-Style Holiday Meals

She didn’t hold back when sharing her thoughts.

Arielle Tschinkel

Nov 12, 2021

These Are the World’s Weirdest Airbnbs, So You Can Plan Your Travel Accordingly

Dream travel plans? They’re all here, just one booking away.

Arielle Tschinkel

Nov 12, 2021

The First — and Last — Thing You Should Do Before Recycling Any Food Container

According to experts.

Kara Nesvig

Nov 12, 2021

NEWS

It's available at Target, so snag a deck before you see your friends and family over the holiday.

Olivia Harvey

Nov 11, 2021

8 Christmas Tree Alternatives That Will Bring Just as Much Holiday Cheer

Shopping

Deck the halls with a minimum of fuss.

Arricca SanSone

Nov 11, 2021

These HGTV Expert-Approved Mirrored Subway Tiles Are Far from Boring

It’s a pleasant shock to see subway tiles in a fresh way, as shown by HGTV expert Breegan Jane in a recent Instagram post.

Nicole Edenedo

Nov 11, 2021

If You Hate Assembling Furniture as Much as I Do, You’ll Love This Stylish Magnetic End Table That Comes Together in 1 Minute

Bonus: It's on sale right now!

Ivy Ford

Nov 11, 2021

This $13 Amazon Steal Will Make You Ditch Your Butter Knife — and It Has More Than 2,000 Five-Star Amazon Reviews

The more butter the better.

Vanessa Spilios

Nov 10, 2021

Diptyque’s New Holiday Collection Smells Good Enough to Eat

Don't miss this!

Lauren Bettenga

Nov 10, 2021

15 Perfect Gift Ideas for Artsy Tweens & Teens

If the tween or teen in your life has an artistic flair, then you’re in luck. We’ve got 15 awesome gifts to help fuel their passion.

Jennifer Beck Goldblatt

Nov 9, 2021

This $25 Tool Is the Perfect Hack for the Holidays

With this tool, you're one step closer to enjoying a stress-free holiday season.

Olivia Bowman

Nov 9, 2021

The Tea Subscription Box That Keeps Me from Getting Bored with My Morning Brew

Shopping

Get out of your tea rut today.

Sarah M. Vazquez

Nov 9, 2021

Joanna Gaines Created a Wrapping Paper Collection for Target

NEWS

Wrap your gifts beautifully with this under-$5, vintage-inspired paper.

Olivia Harvey

Nov 9, 2021

5 Ways I Use Alexa to Stay Productive While I Work From Home

I don't have a personal assistant, but this comes close.

Kristen Garaffo

Nov 9, 2021

This Is Truly One of the Best Gifts I’ve Ever Received and I Use It Multiple Times a Day

Shopping

It's truly the one gift I use the most!

Erin Cavoto

Nov 8, 2021

These Red Hotel Rooms Are Perfect For Streaming Taylor Swift’s Latest Re-Release

Stay stay stay in these hotels (Taylor's Version).

Emma Kershaw

Nov 7, 2021

5 Extra Ways to Support Small Businesses (That Don't Cost a Dime!)

According to small business owners.

Jennifer Prince

Nov 7, 2021

5 Things to Do with That Extra Hour from Daylight Saving Time

I asked the Apartment Therapy edit team for their ideas of what to do before setting the clock back. Here are some of my favorite ideas of things that can take just an hour (or less!).

Terri Pous

Nov 6, 2021

One of Our Favorite Cutlery Brands Just Launched a Beautiful Limited-Edition Knife

This is truly a knife like no other!

Erin Cavoto

Nov 5, 2021

The World’s Smallest Trailer Is Designed to Be Towed Behind a Mobility Scooter

NEWS

It's the cutest little camper you can tow on your bike or scooter.

Olivia Harvey

Nov 5, 2021

9 Things You Should Always Do When Booking an Airbnb

Whether it's your first stay or 100th.

Jennifer Prince

Nov 5, 2021

Why This Year's Diwali Is an Opportunity to Reflect on What Celebrating Means

According to four people.

Rudri Bhatt Patel

Nov 4, 2021

Home Depot Is Selling a 6-Foot Sparkly Unicorn Lawn Ornament For Christmas

In case you're looking to replace your 12-foot skeleton with some winter holiday spirit.

Inigo Del Castillo

Nov 4, 2021

East Fork Launched a Bold New Color Just in Time for the Holidays

You're going to love this gorgeous, eye-catching color.

Erin Cavoto

Nov 4, 2021

These are the Best Dog Food Alternatives to Kibble, According to a Vet

Shopping

Now my pup eats better than I do!

Stella Totino

Nov 3, 2021

These Classic Cotton Sheets Are Snuggly Soft and Actually Stay Put While I Sleep

I didn't want to take them off of my bed!

Britt Franklin

Nov 3, 2021

How to Ask Someone to Pay You Back (Without Making It Awkward)

According to etiquette and money experts.

Yasmin Gulec

Nov 3, 2021

This Editor-Favorite Matcha Brand Just Launched a Giftable, Limited Edition Holiday Kit

For the matcha lovers in your life!

Britt Franklin

Nov 2, 2021

IKEA's New Sound-Absorbing Curtains Are Perfect for Blocking Out Noisy Roommates

NEWS

Use them for your windows or as canopy curtains around your bed for a quiet night's sleep.

Olivia Harvey

Nov 2, 2021

You Can Now Take Virtual Workshops From Magnolia’s Experts

There's a class for every kind of homebody.

Olivia Harvey

Nov 2, 2021

This Is the One Book You Should Read in November

It's time to get comfy with a good book.

Jordan Snowden

Nov 2, 2021

I Started Listening to Soundscapes During Work Hours — Here's Why

And why I'm not going back.

Andie Kanaras

Nov 2, 2021

I Tried the iPhone's New Focus Tool, and It Added 5 Hours of Productivity

Here's what happened when I used it for a week.

Ashley Abramson

Nov 1, 2021

You Can Now Use Fisher-Price’s Classic Toy Telephone To Make Calls

It works like an actual rotary phone.

Inigo Del Castillo

Nov 1, 2021

Hallmark Channel Is Teaming Up With Club Wyndham For the Ultimate Christmas Vacation

Hallmark Channel fans can experience the magic of Countdown to Christmas in themed suites at Club Wyndham resorts in New York City, Nashville, and Vail from Nov. 12 through Jan. 1.

Emma Kershaw

Oct 31, 2021

These Paw-some Pet Gift Baskets Will Get Tails Wagging This Holiday Season

Max & Milo is a specially created gift collection for pets from Harry & David and 1-800-Baskets.com.

Emma Kershaw

Oct 30, 2021

This 2-in-1 Gadget Makes My Least-Favorite Morning Task So Much Easier

My grandma would be proud.

Ella Cerón

Oct 30, 2021

4 Things Ayesha Curry Puts on Her Nightstand — And One Thing She Definitely Doesn’t

She's a big fan of crystals.