This Movie Lover Turned His Little Free Library Into a Mini Blockbuster

Arielle Tschinkel Arielle Tschinkel is a freelance pop culture and lifestyle writer whose work has appeared on Shape.com, WomansWorld.com, FirstforWomen.com, Insider, HelloGiggles, and more. She loves all things Disney and is making her way to every park around the world, and is a die-hard Britney Spears fan for life. She’s also obsessed with her Bernedoodle, … Read more

B&A: A Blank Basement Becomes a Hangout-Ready, Hollywood-Inspired Movie Room

Sarah EverettStaff Writer Sarah is a staff writer at Apartment Therapy. She completed her MA in journalism at the University of Missouri and has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Belmont University. Past writing and editing stops include HGTV Magazine, Nashville Arts Magazine, and several outlets local to her hometown, Columbia, Missouri.

Shows and Movies with Arab American Representation to Watch All Year

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Arab American Heritage Month, the five-year-old national initiative to celebrate Americans of Arab descent, started April 1 and lasts the whole month. While still a new tradition, the existence of this month brings forth a modest but exciting … Read more

8 Movies to Watch on Valentine’s Day If You’re Over the Romance

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Movies focused on sappy love stories and sweeping romance are typically recommended for Valentine’s Day. And if you’re totally over those recs, you’ve come to the right place. Maybe you’re looking to spend time watching a movie that … Read more

6 Renovation Mistakes From “The Money Pit” That Homeowners Can Learn From

Lauren Wellbank Contributor Lauren Wellbank is a freelance writer with more than a decade of experience in the mortgage industry. Her writing has also appeared on HuffPost, Washington Post, Martha Stewart Living, and more. When she’s not writing she can be found spending time with her growing family in the Lehigh Valley area of Pennsylvania. … Read more

This Popcorn Maker Has More Than 15,000 5-Star Amazon Reviews (and Readers Get an Exclusive Discount)

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Anyone obsessed with popcorn knows that microwavable bags aren’t always the way to go. Popping your own kernels allows you to make as much as you want and season it according to your preferences, whether that’s light salt, … Read more

7 Apartment Therapy Editors Share Their Favorite New TV Shows and Movies That Came Out In 2021

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

TikTok’s Latest Trend Is Inspired by the Home Swap In “The Holiday”

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. TikTok is a treasure trove of viral videos and life hacks that you never knew you needed. Between dance challenges, home trends, and comedic yet relatable skits about life with a roommate, the video sharing network has it … Read more

What Hallmark Movies Get Right (and Wrong) About the Holidays

For many people, watching a Hallmark holiday movie or two has become a staple part of their festive routines. From sitting down to enjoy the romance of a grocery store meet-cute after your family dinner, to tuning into an extra-Christmassy Hallmark movie on Dec. 25, there’s one to fit every occasion. While these cheese-fest movies … Read more

You Can Now Rent Out the “Home Alone” House

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. “Home Alone” is one of the most iconic holiday movies of all time. From Kevin McCallister’s famous one-liners to the doozy criminal duo who made Kevin’s time alone all the more exciting, it’s a Christmas classic that never … Read more