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This Brilliant Lap Desk Helps Me Work Comfortably from Anywhere at Home (and Beyond!)
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This convenient lap desk has 3,000 five-star reviews on Amazon and counting.
Apr 27, 2021
I Tried an At-Home Powder Gel Manicure Kit
Is this a DIY or a don't?
Britt Franklin
Apr 27, 2021
Is Your Pup Born to Be a Star? One Hotel Company Is Looking for a Picture Paw-fect Pet Ambassador
NEWS
The hotel company is on the hunt for an all-star pup to be its new brand ambassador.
Arielle Tschinkel
Apr 27, 2021
7 Little Ways to Plan for Next Year's Taxes Right Now, From Experts
Next year's you will thank you.
Rudri Bhatt Patel
Apr 26, 2021
A Guide to New National Park Reservation Requirements This Summer
A few U.S. national parks have introduced new reservation guidelines to avoid overcrowding this summer.
Jessica Wang
Apr 25, 2021
Refuge and Feeling “Held”: What “Home” Means to LGBTQ Organizers
“When I was homeless, sometimes in the right places, I felt at home.”
Sam Manzella
Apr 25, 2021
9 of the Biggest Botanic Gardens to Visit in the U.S.
Just think: hundreds and hundreds of acres of plants.
Stefanie Waldek
Apr 23, 2021
Inside the Rise of “No-Buy” Neighborhood Groups
Where else can you find sourdough, pianos, and a new way to live — for free?
Alissa Schulman
Apr 24, 2021
7 Everyday Items You Might Not Realize You Can Reuse
Save money and the environment in one go!
Caroline Biggs
Apr 24, 2021
I Tried Listening to Sleep Music to Cure My Pandemic Insomnia
Here's what happened.
Sakshi Udavant
Apr 24, 2021
This “Minari” Merch Represents a Reimagined Depiction of Americana
Each item is made by a different Asian-American artist.
Apr 24, 2021
5 Accountant-Approved Organizing Tips That Will Make Your Life Easier
Whether you're tackling tax season or overhauling your life.
Olivia Muenter
Apr 24, 2021
This Tiny Bluetooth Speaker Is My Secret for Faking a Sound System
It's portable, affordable, and so adorable.
Britt Franklin
Apr 20, 2021
Chip and Joanna Gaines Have a Show About Converting Old Vans Into Functional Tiny Homes
The series is called "Van Go."
Nicoletta Richardson
Apr 22, 2021
Amazon Celebrates World Book Day By Releasing 10 eBooks For Free
Sometimes, going around the world can be as easy as opening a book.
Inigo Del Castillo
Apr 23, 2021
Dollywood’s Flower and Food Festival Features More Than 500,000 Blooms
“When I was a little girl, I loved springtime because everything seemed so bright with color."
Arielle Tschinkel
Apr 23, 2021
8 Easy Ways to Make Working Outside Part of Your Spring WFH Routine
Whether you have a patio or access to a park.
Kara Nesvig
Apr 23, 2021
One Eco-Friendly Thing You Can Do This Weekend
Weekend Projects
It actually involves doing nothing at all.
Shifrah Combiths
Apr 22, 2021
This New Service Wants to Make Online Shopping Even Greener
Say goodbye to cardboard boxes and eco-guilt.
Apr 22, 2021
This Couple Discovered a Room-Sized Monopoly Board Under Their Carpet
It features properties such as Oriental Avenue and Park Place, as well as other game elements like Free Parking and Chance spaces.
Inigo Del Castillo
Apr 22, 2021
This Eco-Friendly Weighted Blanket Now Comes in Summery New Colors
Say hello to Bearaby's cooling summer collection.
Ella Cerón
Apr 22, 2021
This TikTok Couple Shares Hilarious Skits of Common (and Very Relatable) Roommate Problems
NEWS
Living with someone else definitely has its ups and downs.
Emma Kershaw
Apr 21, 2021
These Affordable Puzzles Are Beautiful, Relaxing, and Eco-Friendly
Here's how they helped me master active meditation.
Britt Franklin
Apr 21, 2021
These New Candles Are Perfect for the "Bridgerton" Fan in Your Life
Lady Whistledown would approve.
Ella Cerón
Apr 21, 2021
You’ll Soon Be Able to Picnic On the Grounds of Buckingham Palace
NEWS
Though the palace gardens open to the public annually for three months each summer, this is the first time visitors will be allowed to bring a meal, hang out, and enjoy the scenery.
Olivia Harvey
Apr 20, 2021
6 Easy Switches and Upgrades That Will Help You Save Money and Energy
According to sustainability experts.
Caroline Biggs
Apr 19, 2021
Ty Pennington Is Starring In Another HGTV Competition — And This Time, He’s Flipping Beachfront Properties
He's starring as a mentor in a new show called "Battle on the Beach."
Alexandra Frost
Apr 19, 2021
You’re Cordially Invited to An Evening at Tony Soprano’s House
Virtually visit the fictional mobster’s New Jersey home with "An Evening at Tony’s."
Jessica Wang
Apr 18, 2021
9 Ways to Cope If the "Post-COVID" World Is Already Stressing You Out
According to experts.
Andie Kanaras
Apr 18, 2021
A Cardboard Box is All You Need to Comfortably Work Outside on Your Laptop
One LinkedIn user found the easiest hack to protect your laptop and reduce screen glare from the sun.
Arielle Tschinkel
Apr 14, 2021
7 Easy Ways to Reuse Water at Home, Starting With Your Cooking Water
These tips will feel like second nature.
Raquel Reichard
Apr 17, 2021
Instagram Star Dude With Sign Has an Official Cardboard Game Now
The Dude With Sign Cardboard Game is available exclusively at Target.
Jessica Wang
Apr 17, 2021
9 E-Reader Hacks That Will Help You Save Money and Read More Than Ever
Who knew one device could do all this?
Kara Nesvig
Apr 16, 2021
West Virginia Will Give Remote Workers $12K to Move There
If you’re looking for a change of scenery but don’t want to relocate to a different country, West Virginia is looking for you.
Arielle Tschinkel
Apr 16, 2021
This Is What Teyana Taylor Keeps on Her Nightstand
And what helps her 7-month-old baby sleep, too.
Nicoletta Richardson
Apr 15, 2021
Nearly 3 in 4 People Say At-Home Workouts Are Here to Stay Post-Pandemic, According to One Survey
A whopping 82 percent of the 2,000 Americans polled appreciate that their new at-home workout routines have allowed them to find time for themselves away from their loved ones and other daily responsibilities.
Arielle Tschinkel
Apr 15, 2021
The Hidden TV Feature That Might Fix Your Biggest Relationship Woe
If you worry about waking people with a loud TV, this is for you.
Ella Cerón
Apr 13, 2021
5 Steps to Take Right Now if You Can't File Your Taxes on Time
According to experts.
Caroline Biggs
Apr 15, 2021
I Bought a Used Car Online During the Pandemic
And I may never go to a dealership again.
Brittany Anas
Apr 14, 2021
This Cushion Set Converted My Desk Chair Into an Expensive Office Chair for Much Cheaper
Retrofitting my current chair with a cushion might help add some comfort (and save a ton of money).
Tara Bellucci
Apr 14, 2021
18 Road Trip Essentials to Pack for Your Next Adventure
Shopping
All the oh-so-necessary items you'll want to have on hand.
Apr 14, 2021
This Productivity Habit Is the Only Way I Get Work Done Right Now
The Pomodoro Technique is popular, because it works.
Ella Cerón
Apr 14, 2021
Buying a Second Home First Might Be the Best Real Estate Move of 2021
Unlock the achievement of homeownership — with a small vacation property.
Heather Bien
Apr 13, 2021
6 Ways to Use Your Tax Return to Help People in Need
If you budget it, you can even have some funds left over for your own money goals.
Raquel Reichard
Apr 13, 2021
The First Thing You Should Do With a New Bottle of Vegetable Oil
All you need is a fork!
Ashley Abramson
Apr 13, 2021
Starbucks Is Launching a Borrow-A-Cup Program to Reduce Waste
The coffee franchise is launching a borrow-and-return trial in the Seattle area to see just how much the company can cut down on plastic waste.
Olivia Harvey
Apr 12, 2021
The Farmers’ Almanac Predicts Warm and Stormy Summer Days Ahead
Get those sun hats (and umbrellas) ready.
Jessica Wang
Apr 11, 2021
My Most Important Savings Account Isn't For Me — It's For My Neighbors
Starting a mutual aid account helps me give back to my community and still meet my money goals.
Raquel Reichard
Apr 11, 2021
I’ve Been Giving Everyone This Unexpected Housewarming Gift for 15 Years — and They All Love It
Shopping
You're going to want to get (at least) one for yourself, too.
Apr 10, 2021
The WFH-Friendly Desk Chair That Gave Me My Goldilocks Moment
Once I knew I was working from home for the long haul, a dining chair just wasn't cutting it.
Megan Baker Detloff
Apr 9, 2021
5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Traveling Anywhere This Summer
If you're fully vaccinated, here's what to keep in mind.
De Elizabeth
Apr 9, 2021
8 Ways to Motivate Yourself to Exercise Outside, According to Experts
Because sometimes you need more motivation than simply lacing up your shoes and getting out the door.
Rudri Bhatt Patel
Apr 9, 2021
This $20 Coffee Maker from Amazon Has Saved Me Hundreds of Dollars
And it's so easy to use.
Apr 9, 2021
6 Ways to Beat the Weekend Worries and Look Forward to Your Days Off
According to experts.
Kara Nesvig
Apr 8, 2021
7 Reasons Why My Paper Collection Is My New Favorite Hobby
It's getting me through the pandemic
Anna Lee Beyer
Apr 7, 2021
I Tried the Budget-Friendly Pillow That Made Our Best List — and the Hype Is Real
Bonus: It's on sale for $12 right now!
Apr 7, 2021
I Saved Over $100 a Week With These 5 Simple Budget Changes
The first step is a powerful mindset shift.
Delilah Gray
Apr 7, 2021
5 Habits I Wish I Adopted Before My Partner and I Moved In Together
Communication is key.
Delilah Gray
Apr 6, 2021
9 Affirmation Decks to Help You Live Your Best Life
LIVING
They'll fit every mood and goal.
Britt Franklin
Apr 6, 2021
At This Hotel For Bibliophiles, Guests Have Their Own “Book Butler”
The Book Butler will deliver the book — on a silver platter and in formal attire, no less.
Inigo Del Castillo
Apr 5, 2021
It’s (Sometimes) Easy Being Green: An April Letter from the Editor
Introducing Apartment Therapy's first-ever Green Month!
Terri Pous
Apr 5, 2021
10 Cult-Favorite Costco Items You Can Buy on Amazon
Load up on these best-loved products without leaving your house.
Heather McClees
Apr 5, 2021
6 Psychological Thrillers to Read If You're Missing "Behind Her Eyes"
NEWS
These will keep you glued page after page.
Wendy Rose Gould
Apr 5, 2021
Shop Lauren Conrad’s Curated Mother’s Day Gift Guide on Amazon Handmade
Celebrate the mothers or mother figures in your lives with these picks.
Apr 4, 2021
I Got a Motivational Water Bottle to See if I'd Actually Drink More
Here's what happened when I tried to use it for a week.
Apr 4, 2021
7 Ways to Make Your Second Pandemic Birthday Less of a Bummer
Zoom invite not required.
Kara Nesvig
Mar 31, 2021
8 Surprising Ways You’re Sabotaging Your Yard Sale
These mistakes may be standing between you and a decluttered home.
Jennifer Prince
Apr 3, 2021
A Massive Meteor Shower Will Be Visible This Month
NEWS
Mark your calendars, the oldest recorded meteor shower is going to be visible in the night sky.
Olivia Harvey
Apr 2, 2021
This Teen Shares What It’s Like To Live in a School — And It’s Actually Pretty Cool
Having to stay after school can be a bummer for many — but not for 15-year-old Riley Hansen, whose family actually lives in one.
Inigo Del Castillo
Apr 2, 2021
Here Are My 9 Favorite Virtual Workouts From This Past Year
I plunged head first into the world of virtual workout classes to keep my body and mind busy, and I haven't looked back since.
Nicoletta Richardson
Apr 2, 2021
This Free Budget Spreadsheet Helped Me Save Hundreds of Dollars a Month
Thank you, Google Sheets.
Madeline Bilis
Apr 2, 2021
The Funniest April Fool’s Jokes This Year
Companies are resuming the tradition of trying to outdo each other with the funniest, most clever pranks.
Inigo Del Castillo
Apr 1, 2021