We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Finding aesthetically pleasing storage is no easy feat. Even cute trinket holders and bowls can jumble your stuff, making it hard to dig out your keys when you actually … Read more
Welp, we didn’t think we’d be starting this round-up in AUGUST. But alas, the first 2026 Color of the Year was announced at the end of July of 2025 (!!!), so here we go: The annual Color of the Year announcements are one of our favorite traditions to follow (and predict, with varying degrees of … Read more
Megan Baker DetloffDirector of Home Projects I cover home upgrades, DIY projects, hacks, how-tos, and plants. I’ve written about home decor and renovations for more than a decade since earning my degree in Magazine Journalism from Northwestern University. Before AT, I was an editor at HGTV Magazine and This Old House Magazine.
Emma is originally from Grand Rapids, Michigan, but moved to Missouri to pursue her dreams of writing. She studies journalism with an emphasis in reporting and writing at the Missouri School of Journalism. Outside of school, she practices floral arranging, crochets blankets and…read more
Since moving into my home, I’ve covered almost every wall and ceiling with paint. I’ve gone through an impressive amount of paint tins – and struggled to open them using various tools and hacks. From screwdrivers and kitchen knives to just plain brute force, I always ended up with a bent-out-of-shape tin, and my hands … Read more
Dryer sheets are a commonly used laundry solution, but they aren’t the most environmentally friendly. For those who are looking for an option that’s sustainable and zero waste, there are alternatives you could find right in your home. These dryer sheet alternatives are affordable, get the job done, and help reduce your carbon footprint. We’ve … Read more
We’re just as surprised as anyone that we officially own a cat. And when we jokingly named the stray cat that ran the streets “Jenny From The Block” (aka: “Jenny,” which also made us laugh because it rhymes with our dog named Penny), we never imagined she’d eventually be living inside with a name that … Read more
Before we started this website (way back in 2006!), we actually pitched a dog naming book to a bunch of publishers. This is a completely true story. As in, we wrote the whole intro, many sample chapters, and a full proposal that we sent to agents in the hopes of getting a deal. The impetus … Read more
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We’d never really thought of Dallas as a “vacation” destination, but some local friends of ours used to live there and convinced us that there’s so much to do there. And after our visit – it’s true! We barely scratched the surface on our trip last month. We ate lots of good food, explored fun … Read more