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2021

Cubby Archive: 2021

Cubby Archive - 2021
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The Worst Cooking Advice I Ever Received — and What I Do Instead
Relying only on stainless steel pains, EVOO, kosher salt ... the list of bad advice goes on! Here's what I learned about these "rules."
Tabitha Blankenbiller
Oct 10, 2021
These Diner-Style Chocolate Chip Pancakes Are Impossibly Light and Fluffy
The tangy buttermilk batter is the perfect contrast to the rich chocolate and decadent toppings, making this the very best recipe there is.
Patty Catalano
Sep 17, 2021
I Took My Front Porch from Blah to Spooky Halloween Fun on a Tight Budget
You likely have all these things lying around — or can get them on the cheap — for a fun Halloween display that will delight the kids.
Tabitha Blankenbiller
Oct 9, 2021
Before & After: This Nursery Went from Cluttered Storage Area to Palm Springs Glam
Muted pink and gold play with natural elements to create this glamorous and oh-so-inspiring little space.
Thao Thai
Oct 9, 2021
One Couple Shows What It’s Like To Baby Proof a Tiny House
204 square feet for three.
Nora Taylor
Oct 9, 2021
I Tried Ina Garten’s Perfect Roast Chicken and It Was Way Easier Than I Expected
Delicious, crowd-pleasing — and only requires 20 minutes of prep? Sign us up.
Ayn-Monique Klahre
Oct 9, 2021
The Old-School Technique That Makes Brownies So Much Fudgier
It's called rapping, and it's a serious game-changer.
Jesse Szewczyk
Oct 8, 2021
The 12 Best Cubby Stories of the Year
In honor of baby Cubby's first year, we gathered our favorite stories for you!
Faith Durand
Oct 7, 2021
This Austin Rental House’s Color Palette Is Earthy and Warm
Designer Jackie Streusand has created a vintage, earthy, warm, and eclectic home in this rental house.
Apartment Therapy Submissions
Oct 7, 2021
I Tried 6 Methods for Cooking Pancakes and I Have a New Forever Favorite
My sister-in-law was right!
Meghan Splawn
Oct 6, 2021
Tiny Person, Tiny Room: Homes With Clever Solutions to Fitting in a Nursery
These solutions are anything but small.
Nancy Mitchell
Oct 5, 2021
This Family’s Renovated 1960s Home is Full of Surprises — Including a Secret Bookcase Door
See how this UK family brings magic to daily life through their stunning home.
Laura Fenton
Oct 4, 2021
Before and After: “Fixer Upper” Turns This Dated 1930s Home Into a Charming Cottage
The coziness is unreal.
Nicoletta Richardson
Oct 4, 2021
Ask Maxwell: Design Trends for Today’s Kids?
Are there any design trends you’ve been loving for kids? Our 8-year-old daughter needs a room upgrade. (We’re working with a dated, slightly babyish space, TBH.)EricaDear Erica,I love this question and it gets me right back into my designer headspace, which is fun and creative — but also — very subjective, so let me kick it off for you and then you take if from there with your daughter.
Maxwell Ryan
Oct 4, 2021
I Tried Smitten Kitchen’s Apple Pie Cookies and They Are THE Handheld Fall Treat
The sweet, bite-sized treat that will bring the coziest smells to your kitchen.
Pooja Makhijani
Oct 3, 2021
A Kids Bathroom Gets a Sleek Makeover Inspired by … Locker Rooms?!
The floor-to-ceiling storage, locker-room-style bench, and emerald green accents seriously can't be missed.
Thao Thai
Oct 3, 2021
A Creamy Chicken Casserole That’s Become My Family’s New Comfort Food
Who doesn't love a good, saucy pasta bake?
Kelli Foster
Oct 2, 2021
6 Small-Space Organizing Tips, According to This Mom
This family downsized to an apartment — here are their biggest design takeaways for small-space living.
Jude Green
Oct 2, 2021
4 Most Reliable Foods for Easing Constipation in Kids
It's not glamorous, but most parents have experienced this dreaded issue — here are the foods that can make a real difference.
Kathryn O'Shea Evans
Oct 1, 2021
9 Budget-Friendly and Instagram-Worthy Family Halloween Costumes
You don't have to spend a lot of money OR time to get a show-stopping, IG-worthy group costume.
Tabitha Blankenbiller
Oct 1, 2021
6 Cleaning Supplies French Homeowners Order on Repeat
Of course, they're as stylish as they are effective!
Rochelle Bilow
Oct 1, 2021
8 Tips for Raising Creative Kids from Working Artists
Creative kids are natural problem solvers. Here, doable tips to nurture their creative impulses.
Lizzie Goodman
Sep 30, 2021
10 Timeless Nursery Items That Will Grow With Your Kids
For long-lasting pieces, ditch the cutesy trends and focus on classic products like these.
Kathryn O'Shea Evans
Sep 30, 2021
This Magic Lemon Puff Pancake is a Hit With Kids
It's part crepe, part pancake, and part popover — and as delicious as it sounds.
Meghan Splawn
Sep 30, 2021
The 10 Best Stools for Little Kitchen Helpers
While the ol' kitchen-chair-turned-backward setup worked just fine in the '70s, today there are a slew of helpful platforms specially made to help kids reach the counter.
Regina Yunghans
Sep 29, 2021
Cinnamon Roll Pancakes That Will Take Lazy Brunches to the Next Level
This recipe combines the best of two breakfast classics — cinnamon rolls and pancakes — into one picture-perfect dish.
Laura Rege
Sep 29, 2021
Before and After: 2 Rainbow Paint Projects Totaling $170 Brighten This Once-Boring Nursery
"Go for it! Have fun! It’s just paint" is officially our motto.
Sarah Everett
Sep 28, 2021
How I Used an Artichoke to Teach My Children About Mindful Eating
How one humble vegetable reveals so many lessons...
Anne Wolfe Postic
Sep 27, 2021
Three Unexpected Ways to Use a Babysitter
As parents, we're much too tired for date nights — so we got creative for some necessary R&R.
Leela Cyd
Sep 26, 2021
The $15 Gadget That Finally Got My Bedtime-Avoiding Daughter to Sleep
We tried everything ... but this inexpensive Amazon gadget was the secret to peaceful slumber for my kiddo.
Stephanie Ganz
Sep 26, 2021
My Top 10 Rules for Foolproof Family Dinners
With my youngest off to college, I've learned a thing — or ten — about family dinners.
Jenny Rosenstrach
Sep 25, 2021
How I Prep a Week of Back-to-School Slow Cooker Dinners
Here's how to make one big-batch breakfast, two lunch options, and five slow cooker dinners for a busy week.
Meghan Splawn
Sep 25, 2021
My Kids Love These 3 Veggie-Packed Meals
These family favorites are nourishing AND totally kid-approved (talk about a goldmine).
Liz Bertrand
Sep 25, 2021
Our Favorite Source for Kids’ Art Just Launched New Disney and Pixar Collections
Affordable, stylish art and home design picks for kids.
Thao Thai
Sep 24, 2021
The 13 Best Trader Joe’s Frozen Groceries for Kids — Plus, Our Very Favorite!
Stock up on these items to stretch out your shopping trips.
Ayn-Monique Klahre
Sep 24, 2021
Before & After: A Basic Bookshelf Gets a Smart, Cheap Upgrade
It's a quick afternoon project that the kids can even get in on!
Ashley Poskin
Sep 24, 2021
Why I Love My Grandmother’s “Wet Room” Bathroom-Cleaning Technique
The first step in this process, according to my grandmother, isn’t doing anything to the bathroom itself, it’s all about preparing your person.
Rebecca Jane Stokes
Sep 24, 2021
10 Clever Tips for Shopping for Window Treatments, According to a Design Pro
Window treatments can make or break a space — especially in kids' rooms. Here's what to look for.
Laura Fenton
Sep 23, 2021
The Easy Method for Getting Your Whole Home Clean, Without Really Trying
It'll be easy! Promise!
Shifrah Combiths
Sep 23, 2021
11 Brilliant Little Fixes for Common Parenting Problems
We sourced our pool of experienced parents for the buys that saved them over the years.
Lisa Lombardi
Sep 22, 2021
We’re a Family of 4 in Spokane — Here’s How Much We Spent on a Week’s Worth of Groceries
A week of delicious, no-cook meals from this family.
Lauren Masur
Sep 22, 2021
Ask Maxwell: What Are Three Things You’re Proud Of?
My daughter just started school in person for the first time in over a year and I’m feeling like time is flying. I miss her already. What are three things you’re glad you did with yours to make the time count? DelanoDear Delano, My daughter just started school again (didn’t they all?!?!), but she just started high school and now isn’t coming home til after seven at night. On weekends she wants to get out and hang with her friends. She doesn’t need me anymore!
Maxwell Ryan
Sep 21, 2021
Working With a Parenting Coach Saved My Family From Itself
We never thought we'd use one — but now, we can't imagine going back.
Stephanie Ganz
Sep 21, 2021
How to Actually Get Rid of Grass Stains
We all need this important life skill, especially with loads of playground time at school!
Lauren Williamson
Sep 21, 2021
The Italian Chicken Dinner I Make Over and Over Again for My Family
It's absolutely foolproof.
Andrea Kaufman
Sep 21, 2021
The $10 Solution to Cluttered Craft Supplies
It contains the clutter AND saves space — win-win.
Nicholas Dekker
Sep 20, 2021
The Make-Ahead Cheesy Eggplant and Zucchini Gratin My Family Constantly Requests
Meltingly soft veggies mixed with cheese and baked until golden and crunchy ... this is the definition of a crowd-pleaser
Liz Bertrand
Sep 20, 2021
My Kids Can’t Get Enough of this Curry-Spiced Cauliflower Dish (Really!)
There's something about the crunch, along with the heartiness of the cauliflower. A total winner!
Liz Bertrand
Sep 20, 2021