Do not underestimate the art of lighting your home. Choosing specific light sources, from overhead, to table top to floor, can completely alter the feel of a room for the better if done well. Strategic lighting, particularly as the weather gets colder and the nights grow longer, can give your space a calming and cozy feel. Following are some guidelines on how to transform your lighting without breaking the bank: … [Read more...] about Transform Your Lighting Without Breaking the Bank
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Ways to Celebrate Winter Solstice with Hygge
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