This $50 Product Solved My Biggest Living Room Pet Peeve
And you can get it at The Home Depot!
Nov 30, 2021
A Few Simple Tips for Designing an All-Purpose Space That Kids and Adults Will Use Every Day
Just stick to these easy design rules to create a delightful and super-functional room that kids and adults will love.
Nov 30, 2021
Two Things These Realtors Say You Should Never Do in a Kids Room
These two mistakes can make or break a home sale.
Nov 29, 2021
We Tested 4 Popular Baked Ziti Recipes and They Are All Super Tasty
Here's how to pick the best one for you.
Nov 29, 2021
Crispy Cast Iron Tortilla Pizza is the Ideal Weeknight Meal
Lickety-split pizza, thanks to a tortilla.
Nov 29, 2021
I Tried The Pioneer Woman’s Chicken Wild Rice Casserole and It’s a Crowd-Pleasing Favorite
Also? It doubles and freezes beautifully. Your future self will thank you.
Nov 29, 2021
Ask Maxwell: Should You Lower the Toilet Seat to Keep Germs from Exploding Out?
Now my son has escalated a new situation in our house of which my wife and I are both apparently guilty — we don’t lower the toilet seat before flushing each time. My son says we’re both disgusting. What is the truth here?!?!CarlDear Carl,I thought you might be back. 🙂Since Covid began germ etiquette has definitely ratcheted up and this is one that my own daughter brought into our home two months ago when school began again IRL.
Nov 29, 2021
Before and After: A Designer’s ’70s Era Beach House Got Such a Light and Bright Update
Interior designer Catherine Armstrong lives in Byron Bay and recently completed an inspiring full renovation of the home she shares with her family.
Nov 28, 2021
I Can’t Stop Using This Kitchen Appliance — It’s That Good
It's replaced my blender and my juicer.
Nov 28, 2021
Food52’s Incredibly Comforting Chicken Chile Soup Will Warm You Down to Your Toes
It's like a hug in a bowl — and perfect for easy holiday entertaining.
Nov 28, 2021
The Secrets to the Coziest, Most Functional Family Den Ever, According to Pro Designers
This piece was created for Cubby, our weekly newsletter for families at home. Want more? Sign up here for a weekly splash of fun and good ideas for families with kids. Join us over on Instagram for more! I grew up binging “Leave it to Beaver” — you know, that 1950s sitcom about a family of four without a hair out of place — with my Dad. Now as a frazzled parent myself, some elements of the series seem more than a little ridiculous.
Nov 28, 2021
I Can’t Stop Making This Loaded Pierogi Casserole
You'll love the sour cream sauce.
Nov 28, 2021
I Tried the Crispy Fried Pizza from TikTok and It Is the BEST Way to Eat Pizza
Get ready for crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside crust.
Nov 27, 2021
Your Secret to Better Fried Eggs (No More Gloopy Whites)
I use it for so much more than just fried eggs, too.
Nov 1, 2021
The Simple Game We Play to Help My Kids Let Go of Old Toys
We've got the perfect game to empower them to declutter their belongings without any arguments. Bonus: this is a GREAT time to practice some before-holiday minimizing.
Nov 27, 2021
Make This Easy Garlic Paste to Save Yourself Valuable Meal Prep Time
"It’s the gift I give myself.”
Nov 27, 2021
Leftover Mashed Potatoes? Make These Cheesy Potato Waffles
They have the soul of twice-baked potatoes, but are a million times easier.
Nov 26, 2021
25 Recipes to Use Up All Your Leftover Turkey
Get creative by treating your leftover turkey like shredded chicken.
Nov 26, 2021
These Loaded Tater Tots Are the Game Day Must-Have
You can't go wrong with this easy crowd-pleaser.
Nov 26, 2021
Hear Us Out: Thanksgiving Lasagna Is the Best Way to Use Leftovers
Choose greatness for your Thanksgiving leftovers. The best way to relive the glory of a loaded Thanksgiving plate is this towering lasagna stuffed with all good things.
Nov 26, 2021
How I Transformed A Shed into an Active Play Area for My Family in Just 2 Days
Just a few simple steps — and some trusty products you can grab easily — turned this underused space into one we all love.
Nov 26, 2021
This Family of Four Lives in an Incredibly Cute and Cozy Cabin in the Woods
East Fork Pottery's founders Connie and Alex Matisse share this incredibly cozy cabin in the woods with their two young daughters (and lots of fantastic ceramic dish and tableware).
Nov 25, 2021
Before & After: A $190 Kids Bedroom Refresh Celebrates All the Natural Light
You've gotta see the smart closet hack in this room.
Nov 25, 2021
4 Ways to Stash Kids’ Messes Out of Sight
You heard it here: It's OK to store toys in every room.
Nov 24, 2021
6 Fast Tips for Getting Your Kitchen Back in Order After Thanksgiving
(Image credit: Esteban Cortez) Preparing for Thanksgiving is by no means a one-day affair. If you’re hosting, you’ve been getting your house and kitchen ready, and spent days making lists, shopping, and cooking. Once the feasting is over, the last thing you want to do is spend hours cleaning up—and you shouldn’t have to! Here’s our fail-proof, get-it-done method for getting your kitchen back in shape so you can relax.
Nov 24, 2021
4 Easy Fixes to Ruined Mashed Potatoes
Whether your mashed potatoes are watery, lumpy, over-salted, or gluey, we'll show you how to fix them and make them delicious.
Nov 24, 2021
Up to 40% off Black Friday Deals from One of Our Favorite Kids’ Retailers
High-quality kids' furniture and products at deep discounts? It's every parent's dream.
Nov 24, 2021
15 Quick, Yummy Thanksgiving Breakfast Ideas
Start the holiday off right.
Nov 24, 2021
I Tried Ina Garten’s Cheesy Potato Gratin and It’s a Thanksgiving Hit
A thorough review of Ina's cheesy potato gratin, which is part of her "micro" Thanksgiving menu.
Nov 23, 2021
Make These Copycat McDonald’s Hash Browns (They’re TikTok-Famous!)
McDonald's hash browns at home? Yes, please! (Best part: you can make them any time of the day.)
Nov 23, 2021
A French Quarter Family Home with the Coolest Vintage Details
Courtyards, curved staircases, and stunning balcony views ... this French Quarter rental apartment is a dreamy New Orleans home for a family of four.
Nov 23, 2021
Really Good Black Friday Deals from Macy’s You Don’t Want to Miss
These are the deals flying off the virtual shelves — hurry, before they're all gone.
Nov 22, 2021
Here’s What to Make for Thanksgiving This Year, Based on Your Enneagram Type
Prepare your plate for the most delicious personality assessment! This Thanksgiving, we’re serving up dishes with a side of the Enneagram.
Nov 22, 2021
Perfect, Juicy Baked Turkey Meatballs
These have a secret ingredient for extra moistness.
Nov 22, 2021
Ask Maxwell: Thanksgiving Memory — 1995
When you’re a teacher, there is no holiday like Thanksgiving. The fall semester starts after Labor Day and you endure nearly three months of grueling class time to get your children in shape and moving meaningfully through the curriculum. You know the clock is ticking, parents are watching and your fellow teachers, all more experienced than you, are probably farther ahead. Teaching is very competitive.
Nov 22, 2021
The Most Important Thing You Can Clean Before Thanksgiving
Whether you celebrate Thanksgiving, or Friendsgiving, or reserve the big holiday meals for later in the year, you can't deny that your kitchen gets a lot of use this time of year.
Nov 21, 2021
These Cinnamony Apple Pie Scones Belong on Your Weekend Baking List
Move over, apple cider doughnuts — there's a new breakfast favorite this fall.
Oct 31, 2021
An Easy Trick for Perfect Apple Pie
This make-ahead apple pie filling is a game-changer.
Nov 20, 2021
A Yummy Mug Cake to Give You Those Cozy Fall Vibes
It's the perfect recipe to keep in your back pocket.
Nov 20, 2021
A Last-Minute Thanksgiving Cleaning Checklist
On Kitchn: A Thanksgiving Dinner Outdoors (Image credit: Leela Cyd) Thanksgiving is almost upon us. And you’re hosting. If you started planning weeks ago, you’re in great shape to pick up and get to the real work of having guests and preparing a very special feast. If you’re only getting around to preparations now, don’t despair!
Nov 20, 2021
The Best Thanksgiving Dinner Roll I’ve Ever Made Has One Special Ingredient
These are the chewy, sweet treat that will feel so much more decadent than a standard dinner roll. Trust us.
Nov 20, 2021
A 15-Minute Weekday Routine That Completely Takes the Stress Out of Cleaning
This super-easy hack gives us so much more time to spend together on weekends.
Nov 20, 2021
Before and After: This $350 RV Bedroom Revamp Is So Cozy and Peaceful
Woodstock-era inspiration and beautiful boho touches take this mobile bedroom from brown and drab to bright and modern.
Nov 19, 2021
10 Easy DIY Projects That Make Great Gifts for Grandparents, Family, and Friends
From colorful jewelry trays to watercolor portraits, these ideas are brimming with creativity and fun. Let your kids give loved ones a handmade gift they'll be excited to display.
Nov 19, 2021
Ask a Pediatrician: Let’s Talk about the COVID-19 Vaccine for Kids
Dr. Risa Hoshino weighs in about the benefits and any risks related to the COVID-19 vaccine for kids ages 5–12.
Nov 19, 2021
You Have Full Permission to Skip These 5 Annoying Cleaning Chores
You deserve a break!
Nov 18, 2021