Family Homes

Make way for the new things by clearing out the old.

Still baking for the holidays? Then, read this!

I am clearly the only one who cares, but she’s the only one who needs to find what she’s looking for most of the time.

You'll be so happy you did it.

This trick is far from cheesy.

I’m teaching my kids to do it, too.

Wine and flowers are lovely, but really, this gift would be the most helpful.

We did the math, and the benefits of being a Costco member actually work out in your favor on this one.

One method powered through those pesky stains — no problem!

Now that I have it, I'm never going back.

According to professional organizers.

How much truth is there in these wives tales we have always heard growing up?

An easy and affordable way to display family photos!

It seems like every parent I know has had a sick kid at home recently. However, we’re all still determined to make this holiday season a happy one that ends up feeling memorable and special. I asked moms and dads to share the easy ways they’re planning to celebrate this year. Here are fifteen sweet little ways to celebrate the season that won’t stress you out!

I even made space to store the carseat, which was a HUGE win.

How I'm bringing my Finnish roots to my Chicago backyard.

Here's how to make the transition as smooth as possible.

Not too big, not too small, but just right. And affordable, too!

And no, you can't buy it. But we've found five colors that are pretty close!

When I say your kitchen needs this pretty specific method of organization, I mean it.

New rule, new outlook.

This bathroom has the ultimate DIY solutions for concealing ugly tile.

"We made a vacation property a full-time home in one of the most beautiful places."

Safe, stylish, and durable: see what coffee tables designers and parents are buying for their homes.

It's extremely versatile, too!

It may seem simple, but it's made our lives in the car so much better and more organized.

No space to store gear? No problem.

I was eager to find out if it would live up to the hype.

It uses a proven degreaser.

There's a reason it's so popular.

Declutter for the space you have — not the stuff you have.

A cloth that does it all.

I thought my preschooler would never sleep through the night, but amazingly, this helped.

How to create a great-looking space for bubble baths, tooth-brushing, hair-braiding, and more!

If they can learn these now, it'll make their own homes much cleaner later on!

Cane nightstands and dressers can be pretty expensive, which is why one DIY'er decided to make her own.

This is among the easiest chores you can do at home to help save you time and money in the future.

And the best part? It's all DIY.

They incorporated their kids' favorite color into the new built-ins!

Wait until you see the fridge!

It doesn't rot or rust!

By looking at your home like a stylist, you can unlock the potential that's been there all along.

They literally shed a new light on the situation, and in every color, too.

Hideaway spots for extra clothes, toys, or just small treasures.

It becomes a completely overhauled space with plenty of room for all its uses.

We've got all the tot-sized bedding basics, from sheet sets to adorable duvets, blankets, even a toddler-sized weighted blanket!

I'll never not have a bottle of this stuff around now.

Here are just a handful of nonprofits and organizations that are doing good on the ground and sending funds to where they’re needed most.

Forget January. Back-to-school season is the best time to declutter.

My daughter loved it at 7 years old, and she *still* loves it at 16!

My 12-year old three-seater sofa looks nearly as good as new thanks to its washable slipcovers.

The end result looks so much more expensive than it actually was.

That tub of Crisco will save the day TWO different ways!

Combining soda and vinegar won’t hurt anyone — but don’t expect the mixture to do a good job cleaning, either.

Backyard camping just got a whole lot better.

Dear Readers,It’s been almost exactly two years since we started Cubby, and I climbed back into the saddle to write a weekly column for the new site. It has been wonderful to feel connected to you all, respond to your questions and plumb the depths of my memory for insights gleaned over the years that could be of use. It has also been really fun. I love writing. Now, however, it is time to take a break and hand the spot over to someone else.

Here are 5 reasons I think this might be the best microfiber mop you can buy.

There's a new bin in town, and it's great for teens.

It's hard not to be inspired when you see the end result.

I keep finding myself trying to tell my daughter to do something, but it turns into a question. For example, “Put your clothes in the hamper… Okay?” Do other parents do this? BrittneyDear Brittney,When I was in teacher training this came up often.

The result? Our small living room doesn't feel so small anymore.

Stuyvie was an old friend. We went way back in the summertime as kids at the beach club and day camp. But he was older than me and, for some reason, whenever we were back in our elementary school in the city our summer friendships suddenly turned off. It was often that way with my friends.The Buckley School was a small boys school, with a coat and tie dress code and a fierce sports program.

Here are five different ways I've put this tip into practice around my home.

I am in desperate need of help.  I live in a 2bd 2ba apartment, along with my 5yo son Abel. He is back and forth from here and with his mom, but lives here the majority of the time. I also have two older boys, David 17, and Matthew 15, that live with their mom and are here on weekends, and lastly is my dog, Toby, a Lhasa Apso. My apartment faces the south, and gets all day sun throughout the year.

More of this, please.

Turns out, it's not great to use hydrogen peroxide on cuts and scrapes. Here's why — and what you should do instead.

The genius of this hack is that it solves not one but two common problems.

Last week Baki asked: “My house is a living, breathing mess of my two kid’s clutter, and, especially with school coming up in a month, I need to get control of it. Any help would be appreciated.” This is a continuing answer! Dear Baki,This is my third, and last, little chapter that I hope might help you with your kids clutter problems – especially as school approaches.

These will help ease those back-to-school morning woes.

Including a super smart way to store board games!

Last week Baki asked: “My house is a living, breathing mess of my two kid’s clutter, and, especially with school coming up in a month, I need to get control of it. Any help would be appreciated.” This is a continuing answer! Dear Baki,I’m answering your question indirectly with a number of “tools” that I find really helpful and which can easily be applied to children at home.

My house is a living, breathing mess of my two kid’s clutter, and, especially with school coming up in a month, I need to get control of it. Any help would be appreciated. BakiDear Baki,I’ve been working on bringing my first book, Apartment Therapy: The Eight-Step Home Cure, to video over the past two months and it’s got some great tips in it that I’ve updated and which I think you might find helpful.