Winter Solstice in the Northern Hemisphere typically occurs on December 21st or 22nd and is recognized as the shortest day (and longest night) of the year. As such, there is no better way to beat the winter blues than with the practice of "hygge." Hygge (pronounced hoo-gah) hails from Denmark and is a cultural practice that embraces feeling warm, cozy and safe. In fact, the Happiness Research Institute in Copenhagen claims that it is because of Danes' adherence to everything "hygge-ly" that they are rated as the happiest country in the world. Following are some tips on how to celebrate winter solstice with hygge: … [Read more...] about Ways to Celebrate Winter Solstice with Hygge
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Ways to Streamline Your Thanksgiving To-Do List
What's not to like about a day dedicated to eating lots of great food and spending time with those closest to you? That being said, the prep work can feel overwhelming and so can accommodating a lot of people in your home. As such, there is no better time to let go of any perfectionist tendencies and make things easy on yourself so you can truly enjoy this special day. Here are some tips on how to streamline your Thanksgiving To-Do list: … [Read more...] about Ways to Streamline Your Thanksgiving To-Do List
Best Indoor Home Projects Perfect for October
With winter weather right around the corner, it's a good time to set your sights on home upgrades you can do indoors. And if you're thinking about selling come spring, these home prep projects will pay off nicely. Following are the best indoor home projects perfect for October: … [Read more...] about Best Indoor Home Projects Perfect for October
How to Know if You Need Gutter Guards
Gutters that work efficiently are essential to protecting the foundation of your home. Gutters are designed to redirect water to downspouts that carry the water to a suitable drainage location, well away from your foundation. But gutters need regular maintenance to work effectively and can be difficult to access and hard to keep free of leaves and debris. So in case you've ever pondered this question, here's how to know if you need gutter guards: … [Read more...] about How to Know if You Need Gutter Guards
What is “Mys” and How to Use it in Your Home
Mys is a nordic design trend hailing from Sweden and means "coziness." Its essential philosophy is to use interior design to create a lifestyle practice of deep comfort and appreciation. More than mere decoration, mys embodies a lifestyle built around work-life balance. Examples include cuddling up with a good book, sharing time with friends, or having a leisurely meal. Learn more about "mys" and how to use it in your home: … [Read more...] about What is “Mys” and How to Use it in Your Home