This $1 Fan-Favorite Dollar Store Cleaner Proves Your Home Can Sparkle on a Budget

Ashley Abramson Contributor Ashley Abramson is a writer-mom hybrid in Minneapolis, MN. Her work, mostly focused on health, psychology, and parenting, has been featured in the Washington Post, New York Times, Allure, and more. She lives in the Minneapolis suburbs with her husband and two young sons. Follow Ashley

This $10 Find Is the Reason I Always Have Homemade Sauce in My Freezer

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. I’m a big fan of homemade sauces, be it pesto or a long-simmered tomato sauce. And when I make them, I do so in large batches, as I’m a meal prepper by nature and always an appetite optimist. … Read more

20 Online Sources Perfect for the Art Lover on a Budget

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. I wish I had the kind of disposable income that allowed me to walk into my favorite galleries and buy the work that I love right off the walls, but let’s be real, that’s just not gonna happen … Read more

Here’s the Easy Halloween Costume You Should Thrift or DIY This Year

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

10 Sofas Under $500 That Look Anything but Cheap

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. A sofa for under $500? Yes, it is possible. Not only that, but it’s even possible to find one in this price range that’s comfortable, sturdy, and stylish — the coveted trifecta. So if you’ve been craving a … Read more

How to Split a Check with Ease (and Without Making Things Awkward)

Sharing a meal is a fabulous way to reconnect and enjoy time together, whether it’s with coworkers, family, or friends. And while restaurants are still monitoring safety protocols, taking a night off from cooking helps you both support a local business and catch up with the ones you love. But, somewhere between the meal and … Read more

5 Easy (and Fun) Ways to Stick to Your Home Decorating Budget

October is Money Month at Apartment Therapy! That means we’re sharing stories about saving money to buy a home, hacks to help you stick to your budget, and more all month. Head over here to see them all! Whether you’ve just moved to a new place and your old furniture doesn’t fit, or you’re looking to revamp the … Read more

10 Sleeper Sofas Under $500 We Love

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Here at Apartment Therapy, we’re all about helping you find the perfect furniture, especially when it comes to sofas. We’ve already covered the best sofas under $500, but did you know that you can also get a nice … Read more