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A Laundry Room Was an Eyesore Until IKEA Cabinets Gave It an Organized Redo

Megan Baker Detloff — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 18:00:00 -0400

Sure, there’s a lot to be said for minimalist decor—but there are places where blank walls just don’t work. One of those is a laundry room. When Ten V (Delish & Decor) and her family moved into their home, for instance, the laundry room was pretty much empty.“When we moved in, we just quickly got a wall organizer to hang all the cleaning tools and a cheap shelf for detergents and fabric softener for our laundry room,” Ten says. READ MORE...

A Dark and Dated Living Room Gets a Dramatic Designer Makeover

Emma Dangel — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:30:00 -0400

Simple styling tricks helped this designer restore beauty to this historic San Francisco home. READ MORE...

Walmart's New $25 Travertine-Look Lamp Looks Shockingly High-End

Olivia Harvey — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 12:30:00 -0400

It’s a great way to bring this trend into any space. READ MORE...

The New IKEA Storage Find That Makes Any Bathroom Look Like It Belongs in a Magazine

Cassidy Dawn Graves — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 10:15:00 -0400

Good bathroom storage is a must — especially if you live in a small apartment like I do. When your priority is practicality, it sometimes feels like you have to compromise on aesthetics, which is exactly why I get so excited when I find home decor that delivers on storage and style while still being affordable. IKEA is definitely a reliable place to find such gems, and there’s a new towel rack in town that will give your bathroom an easy glow-up. READ MORE...

Stop Using a Regular Alarm on Your Phone — Try This Nostalgic Alternative Instead

Cassidy Dawn Graves — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 09:30:00 -0400

As hard as it is to believe, autumn is nearly here. It can be sad to see the summer go, but fall is a wonderful time of year and deserves to be celebrated. You can go apple picking, put a simmer pot on the stove, bake a pumpkin pie, or add an autumnal wreath to your front door. There’s another even simpler way to bring some festive, calming fall vibes to your daily routine, and it doesn’t require going on a trip or carving up a pumpkin. READ MORE...

I’ve Never Seen a Kitchen Island Use Tile to Cleverly to Hide Clutter (Until Now!)

Adrienne Breaux — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 09:15:00 -0400

After thousands of kitchen tours, its the most unique (and genius!) DIY we've ever seen. READ MORE...

Coffee Filters, a Lantern, and a String Light Created an $8 Pendant That Looks Expensive

Cullen Ormond — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 09:00:00 -0400

I’ll never look at coffee filters the same again. READ MORE...

Leftover Paint Was the Secret to This $100 Bathroom Redo

Christianna Silva — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Just because a bathroom is tiny doesn’t mean it has to feel cramped or uncomfortable. With some light colors and thoughtful décor, small really can be mighty.That was the approach Jasmin Robertson of Brick Dust Baby took when she decided to renovate the only bathroom in her new home. READ MORE...

Yes, Sofa Toppers Are a Thing — and They’re Genius

Danielle Blundell — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 16:30:00 -0400

The living room textile you never knew you needed! READ MORE...

A Dark Kitchen Got a Bright, Neutral Makeover — It’s Anything but Boring!

LJ Smelker — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 15:45:00 -0400

Even rooms with tall ceilings and large windows can feel dark if the color palette isn’t lending itself to an airy vibe. Pamela Stewart’s kitchen looked “dated, dark, and dreary” — despite the 9-foot ceilings and amazing views of the Arizona landscape. While the walls were white, the floors, cabinets, and countertops were all shades of brown, which made the space feel darker than it actually was. READ MORE...

So Long, Subway Tiles — Pixel Tile Mosaics Are Taking Over Social Feeds (See Why!)

Emma Dangel — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:30:00 -0400

I can’t wait to try this look in my own home. READ MORE...

This New IKEA Cabinet Gives Instant Antique Family Heirloom Vibes

Olivia Harvey — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:00:00 -0400

It will make your space instantly more stylish, too. READ MORE...

We Tested (and Rated!) All the Sofas at Wayfair

Alicia Kort — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:30:00 -0400

Starting at $340! READ MORE...

My Husband’s Quirky Dinner Habit Is Actually the Smartest Productivity Tool

Cheryl Fenton — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:30:00 -0400

Quirky marriage discovery alert: After years of being together, I noticed that my husband has a unique way of eating dinner. He always eats his veggies first, but not because he particularly enjoys them. It’s quite the opposite. To him, veggies are something to be endured in the name of good health rather than actually enjoyed. So when his meal hits the table, he immediately eats whatever vegetables are on his plate as quickly as possible. READ MORE...

6 Home Trends Designers Are Quietly Retiring (and You Should, Too!)

Sarah Lyon — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:15:00 -0400

It’s time to say goodbye to these trends that once were all the rage. READ MORE...

More People Need to Be Talking About How This $35 IKEA Find Completely Transforms Backyards

Cullen Ormond — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:00:00 -0400

There are so many colors and textures to choose from! READ MORE...

I Replaced My Bulky Shoe Rack with This Slim IKEA Cabinet (It Holds Up to 12 Pairs!)

L. Daniela Alvarez — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 08:30:00 -0400

Its design is so functional. READ MORE...

A Kitchen Got a Full Makeover with No Renovations — Just 3 Paint Colors

Megan Baker Detloff — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:00:00 -0400

There’s no better test for determining whether you really love your home than suddenly having to spend all your time there. Rebecca Bishop started rethinking her decor when this exact scenario happened. Rebecca Bishop and her husband’s 109-year-old house had been updated several times over the years, with the last update coming to the kitchen in the 1990s. “We needed something new to look at,” Rebecca says. READ MORE...

The 16 Best Places to Shop for Affordable Rugs

Arlyn Hernandez — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:30:00 -0400

A rug has the power to completely transform a room. Here's where to buy them! READ MORE...

I’m Taking Notes from This House on How to Achieve the “Soft Architecture” Look

Cullen Ormond — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:00:00 -0400

If you want to make your home cozier, you’ve got to check this out. READ MORE...