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4 days ago | 
bhg.com | Cori Sears
Credit: Alfonso Soler / Getty Images It's official: We're staying in this year, and crafty, at-home soirees are here to prove it. These relaxed social gatherings offer guests an opportunity to get creative while catching up with old friends or meeting new ones, without the pressure of expensive dinner dates or elaborate nights on the town. Plus, you don’t need to be an experienced DIYer to enjoy a craft party—the best ones are designed to be fun and accessible, no matter your skill level.
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4 days ago | 
bhg.com | Cori Sears
Credit: Scott Shymko / Getty Images These days, pretty much every trend goes back to the desire to make our lives as cozy and aesthetic as possible—and that includes our time spent in traffic.
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5 days ago | 
bhg.com | Cori Sears
Credit: Cozey At its core, good interior design is all about balancing functionality with aesthetics, creating spaces that are as practical as they are beautiful. Over the past few years, finding clever ways to maximize every inch of any living space has been brought to the forefront in design. As a result, multi-purpose furniture—namely, modular furniture—is becoming the top choice.
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5 days ago | 
flipboard.com | Cori Sears
13 'Power' Vegetables Health Experts Say You Should Eat More OfNot all veggies are created equal. We all know veggies are healthy, but which ones are the healthiest to include in your daily diet? The United States …
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1 week ago | 
thespruce.com | Cori Sears
Matte finishes are becoming more common in appliances, countertops, lighting, and even walls. Matte textures can be more forgiving when it comes to imperfections; countertops and tile will be less likely to show dirt. For the best look, mix matte finishes with some polished finishes, or pair with rustic elements. Matte finishes aren't necessarily new—several years ago, we saw matte black finishes skyrocket in popularity as the modern farmhouse aesthetic took over homes everywhere.
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1 week ago | 
yahoo.com | Cori Sears
Matte finishes are becoming more common in appliances, countertops, lighting, and even walls. Matte textures can be more forgiving when it comes to imperfections; countertops and tile will be less likely to show dirt. For the best look, mix matte finishes with some polished finishes, or pair with rustic elements. Matte finishes aren't necessarily new—several years ago, we saw matte black finishes skyrocket in popularity as the modern farmhouse aesthetic took over homes everywhere.
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1 week ago | 
thespruce.com | Cori Sears
Annuals aren't known for their long bloom periods, but these six flowers will bloom all season long. Rudbeckia, zinnias, cosmos, calendula, salvia, and dianthus (carnation) are some of the best. Many of these options are also low-maintenance, pollinator-friendly, and native species. Annuals are great for filling in blank spaces and adding a pop of color to the garden. However, they’re not always known for their longevity.
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1 week ago | 
yahoo.com | Cori Sears
Annuals aren't known for their long bloom periods, but these six flowers will bloom all season long. Rudbeckia, zinnias, cosmos, calendula, salvia, and dianthus (carnation) are some of the best. Many of these options are also low-maintenance, pollinator-friendly, and native species. Annuals are great for filling in blank spaces and adding a pop of color to the garden. However, they’re not always known for their longevity.
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1 week ago | 
thespruce.com | Cori Sears
Tile drenching is joining color drenching as one of the rising home decor trends of the year. Tile drenching uses the same tile on multiple surfaces (walls, floors, ceilings) to create a cohesive look. Balance between color, scale, and texture to prevent tile drenching from feeling visually overwhelming. If the past several months have been any indication, the “drenching” trends (think color drenching and wood drenching) are set to dominate interior design in 2025.
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1 week ago | 
yahoo.com | Cori Sears
Tile drenching is joining color drenching as one of the rising home decor trends of the year. Tile drenching uses the same tile on multiple surfaces (walls, floors, ceilings) to create a cohesive look. Balance between color, scale, and texture to prevent tile drenching from feeling visually overwhelming. If the past several months have been any indication, the “drenching” trends (think color drenching and wood drenching) are set to dominate interior design in 2025.
