9 Simple, Stress-Reducing Items That Doctors and Nurses Always Pack for Vacation

Kara Nesvig Contributor Kara Nesvig grew up on a sugar beet farm in rural North Dakota and did her first professional interview with Steven Tyler at age 14. She has written for publications including Teen Vogue, Allure and Wit & Delight. She lives in an adorable 1920s house in St. Paul with her husband, their … Read more

Joanna Gaines Revealed the First Time She Ever Used Shiplap

Nicoletta Richardson Entertainment Editor In her spare time, Nicoletta loves marathoning the latest Netflix show, doing at-home workouts, and nurturing her plant babies. Her work has appeared in Women’s Health, AFAR, Tasting Table, and Travel + Leisure, among others. A graduate from Fairfield University, Nicoletta majored in English and minored in Art History and Anthropology, … Read more

These Bath Towels Are so Luxurious, My Family Actually Fights Over Them

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Like so many city dwellers, I temporarily moved back home with my parents during the pandemic. Since I get the benefit of living rent-free and indulging in my mother’s delicious home-cooked meals, I figured the least I could … Read more

See How a Home Stager Turned a Cavernous Den into a Stunning Multipurpose Space

Most people crave more space in their home, whether it’s for storage, entertaining, or just plain bragging rights. Though when a particular room in your home is seemingly larger-than-life — and, thus, a bit overwhelming — how to fill that extra space can be quite the conundrum. Luckily for the flippers of a 2,609-square-foot home … Read more

The Citizenry’s Annual Sample Sale Is Happening Now

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. For fans of The Citizenry, it’s the most wonderful time of the year — their annual sample sale! The female-founded home brand, known for its sustainable ethos, partners with local artisans globally to create a handmade collection of … Read more

This Wall-Mounted Toilet Brush Saves Space in My Tiny Bathroom and Is Better Than All the Others I’ve Tried

Britt Franklin Contributor Britt is a stargazer and sunrise-chaser with a collection of magic erasers, and a fascination with the fantastic. A storyteller at heart, she finds inspiration in all the small things, and can likely be found singing show tunes, catching up on K-dramas, or going on adventures to satiate her natural-born wanderlust. (Sometimes … Read more

The $50 Amazon Find That Instantly Transforms My Bathtub into a Washing Machine

Britt Franklin Contributor Britt is a stargazer and sunrise-chaser with a collection of magic erasers, and a fascination with the fantastic. A storyteller at heart, she finds inspiration in all the small things, and can likely be found singing show tunes, catching up on K-dramas, or going on adventures to satiate her natural-born wanderlust. (Sometimes … Read more

These Are the Most Difficult Things to Move, According to Professional Movers

Fitness aficionados, I hate to break it to you, but according to professional movers, gym equipment is among the most difficult things to move. That and other bulky, oddly shaped items are usually better off left to the professionals.  “They’re hard to grasp, they’re hard to get through doors, they’re hard to stack,” says Joey … Read more

This Maximalist House Has a Blue Kitchen, Wild Wallpaper & Hidden Storage Ideas

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Name: Carissa, Adam (husband), Waffle (black dog), Queso (yellow dog), and Hotdog (the cat). (Yes we love food too much.) Location: Richardson, Texas (outside of Dallas) Size: 2,090 square feetType of Home: HouseYears lived in: Almost a year, … Read more