8 Ways To Use a Bowl In Your Home
Cambria has recently mentioned her affinity for bowls in the home and I have to wholeheartedly agree. They’re perfect for use all around your space, not just for a bowl of cereal! Here are a few suggestions on how to get more from your bowls:Now admittedly the bowls in the photo above aren’t the greenest of nature but they still convey the point we’re looking to illustrate below. See where else you can put them to use (besides your tool chest) from the tips below!1.
Jul 15, 2020
5 Things To Do With Extra Sofa Pillows
The small pillows that came with my sofa upon purchase didn’t really accent anything as their name might suggest. I wanted something a little brighter and jazzier. Instead of keeping those pillows shoved in the back corner of the linen closet, try putting them to use with one of these 5 ideas:1. Remove The Covers: By removing the pillow covers, you can switch them out to be any color, pattern or style you want. It seems obvious, but is an easy one to forget.2.
Jul 15, 2020
My $19 Spa Robe Makes Quarantine Feel Like a Fancy Hotel
This is self care in the time of coronavirus.
Jul 14, 2020
This Is What New York City Would Look Like If Cars Were Banned
Architect and urbanist Vishaan Chakrabarti and his firm Practice for Architecture and Urbanism (PAU) believe that taking cars off the streets of Manhattan is a necessary step toward that better future.
Jul 14, 2020
This 86-Square-Foot Geometric Cabin Is What Work-From-Home Dreams Are Made Of
Cozy reading nook and all.
Jul 13, 2020
Turns Out, You’ve Been Calculating Your Dog’s Age in”Human Years” All Wrong
The doggy aging process is a lot weirder than we thought.
Jul 12, 2020
3 Rules that 2 Adults Use to Share 1 Open Plan Loft Without Annoying Each Other
Ever been caught dancing in the background of your partner’s Zoom call? Me neither. My husband Michael and I live in a 750-square foot loft with twelve-foot ceilings and a large east-facing window in Brooklyn. We couldn’t be more in love with our place—it’s airy and spacious, but the open-floor plan makes it tricky for his traditional office job and my work as a content creator to co-exist.
Jul 9, 2020
Take This Quiz To Find Out What You Need to Change About Your Work-From-Home Setup
Your productivity and health will thank you later.
Jul 8, 2020
The Worst Thing Someone’s Done at an IKEA, According to Employees
Some former and current IKEA employees dish about the most annoying things that customers do.
Jul 8, 2020
This $65 Folding Desk Will Upgrade Your WFH Setup for Good
It's a definite step up from a tray table and you can still fold it away at the end of the day.
Jul 8, 2020
Sewing Masks for My Community Was a Gift for Everyone Involved
I joined a local mask-making group on Facebook, where a small army of amateur sewers gathered online, dusted off their sewing machines and did what we could with all our hearts.
Jul 7, 2020
Look Inside This Massive Double Decker RV That Sleeps 10 People
It’s one of the largest expedition vehicles in the world at 40 feet long.
Jul 7, 2020
7 Must-Watch Shows on Netflix If You’re Obsessed with Home Design
More time at home means more Netflix binges.
Jul 6, 2020
These Caned Door Upgrades Make Your IKEA Look More Expensive
One company created an entirely new line of cane upgrades that fit perfectly on IKEA pieces you already own.
Jul 6, 2020
The Best Money-Saving Advice I Got from My Grandparents
They take a no-nonsense approach.
Jul 6, 2020
HGTV’s ‘Home Town Takeover’ Will Renovate All of Wetumpka, Alabama
HGTV "wanted to choose a town, which as well as meeting all of the necessary criteria, faced down major adversity and persevered."
Jul 6, 2020
Inflatable Pools Exist for Your Summer Beverages, and There’s People-Sized Ones to Match
These tiny pool coolers will make your space feel like a beach oasis this summer—that is, without the crowds.
Jul 2, 2020
Forget Fireworks, I’m Celebrating the Fourth of July with ‘Hamilton’ On Disney+
“Hamilton” is exactly the kind of joy I'm looking for during this global pandemic.
Jul 2, 2020
Mina Starsiak Hawk of HGTV’s ‘Good Bones’ Opened Her Own Home Store
Fans of HGTV’s "Good Bones" are going to want to plan a trip to downtown Indianapolis in the future.
Jun 29, 2020
5 Ways You and Your Dog Can Be Good Neighbors to Everyone Around You
As a dog guardian, there are things that you can do to support your dog being a good neighbor.
Jun 26, 2020
Watch This Livestream of Birds at a Mini Library and Just Try Not to Smile
Perhaps the only library in the world where eating, making a mess, and chirping loudly is allowed.
Jun 27, 2020
These 3 Relationship Rules Will Solve Your Fights About Falling Asleep During Netflix
The point of watching a show together is to watch the show *together*.
Jun 24, 2020
5 Books and Films About Housing Discrimination You Should Put on Your List
The ramifications of housing discrimination in mid-1900s continue to affect home-buying today.
Jun 24, 2020
A School Librarian Is Delivering Books to Her Students via Drone
Summer reading has never been cooler.
Jun 24, 2020
8 Mindless Things Around the Yard That Are Costing You Money
When it comes to honing in on your budget, you’re probably quick to look around the house for ways to save. Just as important, however, are the things costing you money outside your door. Needless expenses around the yard add up, causing your wallet to take a hit. Some are avoidable money-sucks. Others are small investments that’ll save more money later.
Jun 19, 2020
Why Celebrating Juneteenth at Home is Just As Powerful This Year
With picnics, festivals, and large gatherings cancelled due to COVID-19, how can we honor this monumental holiday during a time like this?
Jun 19, 2020
10 Free or Easy Ways to Celebrate the First Day of Summer
Weekend Projects
You might mark the change in season with a decluttering or organizing project that sets you up to enjoy summer to the fullest. Or, your inaugural summer activity might look less like work and more like a party.
Jun 19, 2020
Black Designers and Bloggers Are Taking Over Popular Instagram Accounts in #ShareTheMicNow Home Edition
"Change starts with the gate keepers to opportunities."
Jun 18, 2020
5 Shows to Stream Now That You’ve Finished “The Great British Baking Show”
If you're looking for your next “nice” show, we've got you covered.
Jun 18, 2020
19 Funny Movies on Hulu to Get Your Mind Off Things
Because we could all use a laugh.
Jun 18, 2020
7 TV Shows to Stream if You’re Caught Up on ‘Insecure’
The fourth season of HBO’s “Insecure” has officially wrapped, and Sundays just won’t be the same without it. The past few months have been incredibly difficult due to the coronavirus pandemic and the senseless killings of Black Americans at the hands of police, but Issa Rae’s comedy series has been offering tiny doses of sweetness, 30 minutes at a time. Season 4 of “Insecure” was arguably the best so far.
Jun 17, 2020
Black Authors, Bookstore Owners, and Literary Leaders Recommend Their Favorite Books
Here is a shelf’s worth of important books by Black authors, read and recommended by these book lovers.
Jun 16, 2020
This Solar-Powered Tiny House Is a Charming Beach Hut on Wheels
If you can’t go to the beach, let the RV—I mean, er beach—come to you.
Jun 16, 2020
What’s the 15 Percent Pledge, and How Can You Help? An Explainer
Aurora James, designer and creative director of Brother Vellies, is asking big box stores to take the pledge. Here's what that means.
Jun 15, 2020
IKEA Opened Its First Convenience Store—Here’s What It Sells
And there's one thing you won't find.
Jun 12, 2020
This Google App Is So Useful, It Deserves a Permanent Spot on Your Home Screen
I’ve already used it several times.
Jun 11, 2020
9 Companies Who Are Actively Looking to Hire Remote Workers Right Now
Time to brush up your video call interviewing skills.
Jun 11, 2020
8 Plant Subscription Services That Make It Easier Than Ever to Grow Your Plant Family
What's better than a new plant baby delivered to your door every month?
Jun 10, 2020
I Tried 5 Different Tricks to Cure My Insomnia—Here’s What Worked, and What Didn’t
It may take a little time and strategy, but those glorious hours of shut-eye are worth your while.
Jun 9, 2020
6 Cat Breeds for People With Allergies (And Why There’s No Such Thing As Hypoallergenic Cats)
If you’ve ever Googled around for hypoallergenic cat breeds and come up with exactly zero results, that’s because hypoallergenic cats don’t really exist.
Jun 8, 2020
7 Books to Read Right Now to Help Support BIPOC In Your Community and Beyond
As with many things, one of the best places to start is with a book.
Jun 8, 2020
I Tried Kelly Wearstler’s MasterClass, and I Have a Newfound Appreciation for Design “Accidents”
The designer touched on how to embrace these moments.
Jun 8, 2020
This Is the Most Popular Disney Movie in the World
Disney+ only launched in November 2019, but it’s poised to become the second most popular streaming service after Netflix by 2025, according to Digital TV Research projections. And it’s hardly a surprise the platform has been so successful. After all, Disney is the comfort food of the entertainment industry.
Jun 8, 2020
This Travel Company Will Pay You To Take a Virtual Vacation Anywhere in the World
Then, you can put the money toward an actual trip in the future.
Jun 8, 2020
4 Shows to Stream If You’ve Seen All of ‘Downton Abbey’
Here are four period dramas that you can stream right now.
Jun 2, 2020
Turns Out, Dogs Go Through a Grumpy Teenage Phase During Puberty, Too
Like their human teenage counterparts, the dogs in the study seemed to get noticeably more rebellious during their teenage years.
Jun 1, 2020
The Real Reason Aldi Stores Don’t Play Any Music
It's saving you money.
Jun 1, 2020
You Should Be Extra Worried About Identity Theft Right Now
Here's how to prevent it.
May 30, 2020
This Artist Creates Food-Shaped Soaps That Look So Real, You Might Just Start Salivating
From soap pancakes and waffles “topped” with berries, cream, and powdered sugar, to soap cakes and pastries, they all look truly delectable.
May 29, 2020
Japan Might Pay You to Visit, Once It’s Safe to Travel
To bring tourism back to Japan once the outbreak has subsided, the government is considering paying for a portion of tourists’ travel expenses.
May 28, 2020
We Asked 29 Celebrities to Share Their Ideal Bedtime, and This Was the Most Popular Answer
Even if it never actually happens...
May 26, 2020
Your Old VHS Tapes Could Be Worth Up To $15K
Cash in on these classics.
May 26, 2020
This Sustainable 290-Square-Foot Tiny House Can Be Configured Over 1,000 Ways
There's a built-in rainwater collection system, too!
May 25, 2020
A World-Class Film Festival Premieres on YouTube This Week
The festival is the result of a collaboration between 20 of the world's largest film festivals, including the Cannes, Venice, Tokyo, Berlin, and New York film festivals.
May 20, 2020
WGBH Is Airing a Week of Free Julia Child Content—Here’s How to Watch
We could all use a little more Julia Child.
May 24, 2020
You Can Now Take a Virtual Tour of Japan
So while visiting Japan in person might not be so easy in the near future, with a little imagination, and a stable WiFi connection, you can get pretty close.
May 23, 2020
The 5 Best Pet-Friendly Flooring Options for Dogs
Whether you're concerned about scratches, cost, temperature, or just what's easiest to clean, look no further than these expert-backed options.
May 21, 2020
7 Shows to Watch If You’re Caught Up on ‘This Is Us’
Sometimes you just need a good cry.
May 22, 2020
Transparent Succulents Exist, And Here’s Where You Can Get One
What makes it unique among flora is that it has “windows” on the margins of its leaves, allowing light to pass through for photosynthesis.
May 21, 2020
10 Work-from-Home Side Hustles That Might Make You Some Extra Money This Year
Virtual personal assistants are in demand.
May 20, 2020
IKEA Wants to Help You Build Your Own Bee Home
Bee-lieve it.
May 20, 2020
I Worked From Home For A Year Before Coronavirus—But Here Are 6 Things I Needed to Switch Up
I saw people panic about how difficult working from home may be, and part of me thought, “OK, I’ve got this handled.” But then... I didn’t.
May 15, 2020
The Work-From-Home Spaces of 5 of Our Favorite TV Characters, Imagined
How Jess Day, Liz Lemon, and others might be taking their Zoom meetings.
May 17, 2020
The Best Thing You Can Do With 20 Minutes and a Piece of Paper, Especially if You’re Feeling Anxious
Weekend Projects
"Getting out of your head" is sometimes the best remedy for a looming anxiety spiral. But I, for one, don't want to miss what my thoughts might be trying to teach me.
May 15, 2020
These Mid-Century Birdhouses Are So Cute, You’ll Want to Live in Them
These custom modernist pieces are for the birds—literally.
May 14, 2020
This Is How Much Your Classic Board Games Could Be Worth
Your Monopoly or Candyland could be more valuable than you realize.
May 13, 2020
You Can Now Take a Virtual Tour of the Studio Ghibli Museum
You won’t have to hop on a plane (or a Catbus) to go see it.
May 11, 2020
Fans Have Spotted Starbucks’ New Pride Collection in Stores Already
Fans in the Starbucks Reddit thread began speculating that the collection will be rolling out widely sometime this month, with some lucky shoppers already showing off their purchases on Instagram.
May 11, 2020
Julie Andrews and Her Daughter Have a Storytime Podcast for Kids
A new episode comes out each Wednesday!
May 9, 2020
Take a Virtual Tour of the U.K.’s Fairy Tale-Worthy Bluebell Woods
It’s not a real-life hike, but it’s still beautiful and calming.
May 9, 2020
4 Comedies to Watch If You Already Miss ‘Schitt’s Creek’
Although nothing can truly replace this show, there are other comedies out there that might ease the pain even just a little bit.
May 8, 2020
This Floor Plan of Buckingham Palace Shows All 775 Rooms
Including 19 staterooms, 52 royal and guest bedrooms, 188 staff bedrooms, 92 offices, and 78 bathrooms.
May 8, 2020