Two dolls in vintage outfits on display, one in a red polka dot dress, the other in a blue floral dress with a hat.
Your Vintage American Girl Dolls Could Be Worth Almost $3,000
Don't toss away these classic dolls just yet.
Oct 25, 2019
How Olympic Gymnast Laurie Hernandez Spends Her Perfect Night In at Home
The athlete likes to spend her downtime like any other 19-year-old: eating takeout and binge-watching tv shows with her friends, with a few surprises thrown in.
Oct 23, 2019
8 Things You’ll Find In Every Horror Film House
In honor of Halloween, we’ve dissected the classics to reveal 8 common horror movie home tropes to make you start sleeping with the night light on.
Oct 24, 2019
An IKEA Tarot Deck Exists, So We See Easy Gifting in Your Future
Forget the High Priestess or The Chariot. Are you a Poäng chair or an Ektorp sofa?
Oct 23, 2019
Chip and Joanna Gaines Just Announced the First Show Coming to Their New TV Network
Our favorite home renovating power couple continues to expand their empire, and to the delight of their fandom, Chip and Joanna Gaines’ latest venture will take place on screen.
Oct 23, 2019
I Did One Thing Every Day That Scared Me, and Here’s How It Went
Risk Month
With October being risk month, I decided to challenge myself to step out of my oh-so-cozy comfort zone and do one thing that scares me every day for a week.
Oct 22, 2019
Why You Should Never Put Eggshells Back in the Carton
It may seem convenient, but it's a very bad idea.
Oct 21, 2019
Crocheting Can Make You Feel Calmer, Happier, and More Focused, According to This Survey
Time to make some granny squares!
Oct 19, 2019
You Can Buy These Glow-in-the-Dark Succulents at Aldi This Week
The live version of glow-in-the-dark stars.
Oct 19, 2019
The Best Halloween Costume for You, According to Your Zodiac Sign
Why not get even more creative and find a costume that aligns with the traits of your zodiac sign?
Oct 18, 2019
Here’s How To Adopt a Retired Police Dog
Working dogs—just like working humans—retire eventually, so where do K9s go when they’re done with their life’s work? Hopefully right into your home.
Oct 17, 2019
I Smelled Trader Joe’s New $4 Candles and Yeah, You’ll Want to Buy a Bushel of Them
I've been to my local TJ's more than I care to admit lately, and on a recent visit, I picked up the store's two seasonally-scented travel candles.
Oct 16, 2019
The Best Thing for Each Enneagram Type to Buy at IKEA
The Enneagram is helpful in understanding strengths and growth opportunities—and, apparently, how to outfit your home.
Oct 15, 2019
You Can Stay In the Addams Family House For a Mysterious and Spooky Evening
You can live just like the original fam: creepy and kooky, mysterious and spooky, all together ooky (snap snap).
Oct 14, 2019
Starbucks Plans to Open Its Largest Location in the World Next Month
The menu sounds amazing.
Oct 13, 2019
Here’s Why You Can Only Buy Trader Joe’s Gift Cards in Store
A perfect present for almost anyone (who lives near a Trader Joe's).
Oct 13, 2019
Reading Before Bed Might Make You Healthier and Happier, According to This Survey
Even more reasons to read.
Oct 13, 2019
An Expert Lock Picker Reveals the Secret Code That Makes Many Hotel Safes Useless
Read this before entrusting your valuables to a hotel room safe.
Oct 12, 2019
Peek Inside Lea Michele’s Scandi Minimal Brentwood Home for Sale
In the latest celebrity real estate news, actress and singer Lea Michele recently placed her L.A. home on the market. Located in the Brentwood neighborhood, the home has a $3.35 million asking price, slightly more than the $3 million the former “Glee” actress paid when she acquired the hillside property in 2015.The 3,163 square-foot residence was originally built in 1957 but has received several upgrades that transformed it into the chic, modern space it is today.
Oct 11, 2019
I Visited a Disney Store Inside Target, and It Was So Magical
I'm an adult Disney fan, so when I learned that my second favorite place in the entire world, Target, would be hosting Minnie—er, mini—Disney Stores in select locations, it was like Walt himself finally heard my wishes upon stars.
Oct 11, 2019
This Hidden Section of Amazon is Like the Dollar Store
It's our new favorite place to shop budget.
Oct 9, 2019
Stan Lee’s Former San Francisco Condo is for Sale, and It’s Under 800 Square Feet
Are your spidey senses tingling? If so, that’s because you now have the chance to live in the Marvel-ous former home of the late comic book legend Stan Lee.
Oct 8, 2019
Does Lady Gaga Put Her Grammys on an IKEA Shelf? An Investigation
Lady Gaga recently posted a photo of her standing in front of a shelf that fans claimed were IKEA. After doing a little digging, we found out the harder-than-hardcore truth.
Oct 8, 2019
The Goodyear Blimp is on Airbnb—Here’s How You Can Stay Overnight
Apparently, the only way you get to ride in a blimp is by a company invite, but spending the night in one is surprisingly more accessible—at the least for a limited time.
Oct 8, 2019
Letting Your Cat Sleep in Your Bed May Be Good for Your Health
Apparently there’s scientific justification for keeping your cat close.
Oct 5, 2019
9 Products You Need to Pet-Proof Your Home
Because dogs and cats are adorable monsters.
Oct 4, 2019
53 Ways to Be a Good Overnight or Party Guest
While there's no such thing as the perfect guest, doing some combination of these 53 things—or at least being mindful of them—will go a long way in making you a really good, grateful, and appreciated guest.
Oct 3, 2019
‘Fixer Upper’ Fans, Rejoice: Chip & Joanna Gaines Are Opening a Hotel in Waco
“Ya’ll we’re going to have a hotel in downtown Waco, Texas,” announced Chip, dressed in a bright red bellhop’s uniform.
Oct 3, 2019
Here’s the Most Beautiful Way to Grow Your Own Avocado Plant
For anyone who failed miserably at the grade-school experiment of growing a potato plant in a jar, there’s now a fancy alternative that will help you redeem yourself.
Oct 3, 2019
7 Fan-Favorite Candles that Etsy Shoppers Can't Get Enough Of
We reached out to our friends at Etsy to get an idea of which candle shops their customers can’t seem to get enough of.
Oct 3, 2019
31 Risks Everyone Needs to Try This Month
Taking risks exposes you to dozens of positive outcomes you never would have experienced before, but it also boosts your confidence, and helps you let go of the fear of failing.
Oct 2, 2019
Before & After: HGTV’s 2019 Urban Oasis Went from Dated to Dream Home
Borrowing inspiration from the city’s Nordic and Viking heritage, interior designer, Bryan Patrick Flynn opted for a Scandanavian Farmhouse theme.
Oct 2, 2019
10 Surprising Ways Working from Home Affects Your Budget
Yes, you'll save on commuting—but probably not as much as you think you will.
Oct 2, 2019
IKEA's New Collaboration Is Hypebeast on a Budget & It's Available Soon
For those who have been patiently waiting since 2017 for OFF-WHITE's Virgil Abloh and his millennial-focused collection to drop, the wait is almost over.
Oct 1, 2019
Frank Lloyd Wright’s Final Home is Up for Auction
Countless architecture enthusiasts would undoubtedly love to get the keys to an original Frank Lloyd Wright home, and thanks to an upcoming auction, they’ll have a chance to make it a reality. The Norman Lykes home—the celebrated architect’s final residential design—is set to hit the auction block without reserve on October 16. Heritage Auctions will oversee the bidding of the “Sun Circular House,” which hit the market back in 2016 with an asking price of $3.
Oct 1, 2019
Twitter Has a Lot to Say About Greta Thunberg’s Powerful U.N. Climate Speech
“We’ll be watching you,” the 16-year-old climate activists said to world leaders.
Sep 30, 2019
I Tried Mindful Breathing for a Week And it Changed How I Feel About My Anxiety
Hoping for better sleep and, as a result, more productive and intentional mornings, I gave the 2:1 ("two-to-one") breathing exercise a try—every night in bed, for an entire week.
Sep 27, 2019
Pottery Barn’s Latest Harry Potter Collection Brings the Hogwarts Holidays to the Muggles
Nobody does holiday decoration like Hogwarts.
Sep 29, 2019
Target Is Selling a Haunted House for Cats, and It’s Scarily Cute
It's so cute, it instantly sold out online, but it's still available in stores.
Sep 29, 2019
Here’s What Keke Palmer Eats, Drinks and Cleans—Yes, Cleans—on Her Nights In (and She’s Not Sorry for Any of It)
When we asked Keke Palmer to paint the perfect night in, she knew exactly what she would be doing—hanging with Aaliyah and Whitney Houston, among many other things.
Sep 29, 2019
12 Surprisingly Stylish Ways to Baby-Proof Your Home
Having a baby is already hard work. Finding baby-proofing items that won’t ruin the aesthetic of your home shouldn’t have to be.
Sep 27, 2019
This Adorable Sloth Oil Diffuser Is Ready to Bring You Joy
Calling all sloth lovers, including but not limited to Kristen Bell.
Sep 28, 2019
Here Are the Winners of Apartment Therapy’s First-Ever TV Superlatives
We reached out to designers, writers, and influencers to let us know what they’re watching and to award some TV Superlatives to the best and most memorable spaces they’ve seen on current television shows.
Sep 27, 2019
Vanna White’s Former Beverly Hills Mansion Costs More Than a Few Vowels
Plenty of people might want her job but soon, someone will have a shot at claiming Vanna White’s former Beverly Hills mansion as the ultimate prize. Not only does the home come with the reputation of having belonged to the iconic “Wheel of Fortune” letter-turning celeb, it also has one of the heftiest price tags on Realtor.com.
Sep 27, 2019
53 Positive, Productive Things You Can Do While You’re Watching TV
If you're worried about spending too much sedentary time on the sofa while you're catching up on your latest obsession, here are some ways to integrate some small life improvements to your TV time.
Sep 27, 2019
10 Hulu Tips, Tricks, and Shortcuts Everyone Should Know
To help take your streaming game to the next level, we did our research and rounded up some of the smartest hacks that Hulu has to offer.
Sep 23, 2019
This 2020 Color of the Year Is Making Us Blush
While millennial pink mania has died down in some respects, we're all a bit more open to exploring our softer sides.
Sep 25, 2019
12 Netflix Tips, Tricks, and Shortcuts Everyone Should Know
The beloved streaming service provides a slew of tricks, shortcuts, and add-ons to improve your viewing experience.
Sep 23, 2019
Here’s the Real (Science-Backed!) Reason Why We Love Home Reno Shows So Much
How did the home renovation shows we all know and love (and binge-watch) today become so popular? We did a deep dive into the history and found out some interesting factors.
Sep 23, 2019
Here Are the Trader Joe’s New Fall Products Worth Buying Under $5
Fall is in the air, and nowhere is that more true than at Trader Joe's. The grocery chain is famous for its seasonal products, and luckily for us, they are already popping up in stores.
Sep 24, 2019
This Is Not a Drill: Marshalls Just Launched Their Online Store
Marshalls is officially online, which means so are we.
Sep 24, 2019
The Real Victim of Password Sharing Isn’t Netflix—It’s You
We asked a cybersecurity expert—and people like you—to outline the practical rules and legalities of password-sharing in the age of streaming ubiquity.
Sep 23, 2019
The Surprising History of Leaf Peeping Dates Back 1,200 Years
If a leaf changes in a forest, and there’s no one there to Instagram it, does it actually turn from a vibrant summer green to a deep autumnal red?
Sep 23, 2019
A New Study Shows That Dogs Feel Stressed When Their Owners Do
Here’s what you can do about it.
Sep 22, 2019
Grab Your Friends and Rent This Private Island For Less Than $200/Person
It sounds exclusive and super posh, but believe it or not, it is totally possible to rent a private island without breaking the bank. The mere thought of this luxe getaway instantly conjures up fuzzy paparazzi photos of celebrities soaking up plenty of sun, sipping fancy drinks and living it up on gorgeous island to which only they have access.
Sep 20, 2019
Why It’s OK That I’m Re-Starting My Budget in September
Starting fresh allows me to take stock of exactly where I am right now and to move forward with purpose.
Sep 19, 2019
How a Life-Changing Accident Forced Me To Confront Tiny Houses’ Accessibility Problem
After an accident on the job left me in a paralyzed, with two amputated legs and in a wheelchair, I was forced to reexamine the tiny house I'd been calling a home.
Sep 18, 2019
10 Mindless Home Habits that Are Costing You Money
Here are a few of the most common little things that add up over time.
Sep 18, 2019
10 Perfect Gifts for Anyone Who Gets Annoyed by Other People
Because you just can't anymore.
Sep 17, 2019
There’s a Hidden Page on the Trader Joe’s Website Where You Can Request a Store in Your Area
Plus we found some Trader Joe's insiders to share how they go about selecting new cities.
Sep 16, 2019
Attention, Muggles! You Can Spend the Holidays at Hagrid’s Hut for Just $1
You’ll get to meet Harry and Hedwig while you’re there.
Sep 15, 2019
This Candle Company Just Taught Us a Shopping Trick You’ll Wish You’d Known for Years
Be ready and don't get duped by the massive selection of scented candles that are everywhere this time of year.
Sep 13, 2019
Here’s How Much Your Vintage Fiestaware Could Be Worth
If you have fiestaware packed away somewhere, it's time to bring them out because they could be worth hundreds.
Sep 13, 2019
This Portable Charging Station Solves One of My Most Annoying Problems—and It’s Under $15
Allow us to introduce you to The Couchlet.
Sep 13, 2019
Niksen Is the Dutch Concept of Doing Nothing and It’s the Mental Break We All Need
Niksen hails from Holland and is the concept of doing nothing. It’s that simple, and that’s exactly why it’s about to be so popular.
Sep 12, 2019
How ‘The Brady Bunch's’ Marcia and Greg Spend Their Perfect Nights In
Don't be surprised when you see some similar responses: they are TV Brady siblings, after all.
Sep 10, 2019
The One Reddit Thread All Renters (and Frequent Travelers) Should Bookmark
Why in 2k19, in the age of Al Gore's internet, is it so hard to find QUALITY photos of bed bugs in context?
Sep 7, 2019
Here’s When Fall Foliage Will Look Its Best Near You, So You Can Plan Your Leaf Peeping
Fall lovers are undoubtedly looking forward to the usual changes (and an excuse to break those cozy sweaters out of storage), namely when the first huge cool snap will occur and when to expect the fall foliage to transform from lush green into beautiful shades of orange, red and yellow.
Sep 6, 2019
We Visited the ‘Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ Exhibit in NYC and Boy, the Sets Are as Spectacular as You’d Expect
Here at Apartment Therapy, we’re big fans of Amazon’s “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” show and the mid-century style seen throughout its late 1950’s-inspired design set.
Sep 6, 2019
Drew Barrymore’s Former Montecito Home Is on the Market for $9.95 Million
Tucked in the idyllic village of Montecito, where stars ranging from Rob Lowe to Natalie Portman have owned properties, the six-bed, eight-bath estate is a piece of architectural history.
Sep 5, 2019
The Student’s Guide to (Mentally and Mindfully) Surviving Winter Break
The first few days of winter break are a welcome vacation from final exams, but beyond that? It's not always all it's cracked up to be—here's how to get through the bad parts.
Sep 5, 2019