Heather Bien

Washington, D.C., United States

Freelance writer @apttherapy @marthaliving @styleblueprint @theknot @virginialiving | Copywriter | Known to skip town on the weekend

Articles

All the Details About the Red Envelope Wedding Tradition From the Pros

3 days ago | theknot.com | Heather Bien

This ancient tradition has brought millennia of good luck and prosperity. While many cultures gift money to newlyweds, several Asian cultures have a red envelope wedding tradition that adds a bit more ceremony to the act of handing over cash. In Chinese culture, as well as other cultures, including Vietnamese and Taiwanese, red is a color that symbolizes good luck and prosperity. Rather than simply giving a check or cash to a couple, wedding guests use a red envelope to hand over their gift.
Wedding Email Address Ideas to Keep Everything in One Place

3 days ago | theknot.com | Heather Bien

Don't let your personal inbox turn into planning purgatory. Wedding planning is a lot of work—it's fun work, but it's work nonetheless, and there are a million moving parts at all times. Luckily, there's an easy hack to keep yourself organized: a wedding email address. This streamlines your communication into one place, and, with clever wedding email address ideas, you can turn it into part of the branding for your entire celebration.
10 Cascading Plants Perfect For Retaining Walls

4 days ago | southernliving.com | Heather Bien

Does your garden need a retaining wall? There's no need to resign yourself to having a large stone or concrete eyesore in your yard. Instead, use it as an opportunity to create a waterfall of blooms or a flowing trail of foliage. With a thoughtfully curated lineup of plants, you can take advantage of the natural growth patterns of cascading plants and channel a soft, romantic garden aesthetic.
10 Cascading Plants Perfect For Retaining Walls

4 days ago | yahoo.com | Heather Bien

Does your garden need a retaining wall? There's no need to resign yourself to having a large stone or concrete eyesore in your yard. Instead, use it as an opportunity to create a waterfall of blooms or a flowing trail of foliage. With a thoughtfully curated lineup of plants, you can take advantage of the natural growth patterns of cascading plants and channel a soft, romantic garden aesthetic.
15 Texas Cities Where You Can Actually Live on Nothing but Social Security

4 days ago | financebuzz.com | Heather Bien |Kaitlin Milligan

Retirees flock to states where there's no state incometax, and Texas is right there at the top of the list. With a low cost of livingin many areas across the state — and retiree-friendly features like warm weatherand access to major hospitals — there's a reason folks over the age of 65 flockto the Lonestar State. This is a place where you can maximize yourretirement savings while finding a comfortable place to make your home. Ready to start working on that Texas retirementplan?
Learn How Easy It Is To Grow Delicious Tomatoes In Pots With This Comprehensive Guide

4 days ago | southernliving.com | Heather Bien

Whether you're trying to make the most of a balcony or patio, or you're hoping to grow a small kitchen garden right outside your backdoor, growing tomatoes in pots is the gardening hack you need. Planting your tomatoes in containers saves space and offers flexibility as your garden's needs change, but you'll still get that same juicy, sun-ripened taste of summer that you'd have with an expansive in-ground garden.
My Go-To Store for Outdoor Furniture Is Completely Unexpected

5 days ago | yahoo.com | Heather Bien

This article may contain affiliate links that Yahoo and/or the publisher may receive a commission from if you buy a product or service through those links. One morning, shortly after moving into my new home, I woke up to a gorgeous October day. I still had an air mattress on my bedroom floor, and there were boxes in every corner. But as I opened the door to the balcony, and let the crisp autumn breeze waft in, I had a vision of a perfect little French balcony garden.
This Hidden Web Store Has French Bistro Chairs for Under $100, and They’re Perfect for Small Gardens, Balconies, and Apartments

5 days ago | apartmenttherapy.com | Heather Bien

DecoratingFurnitureShoppingSave Your FavoritesWhenever you see the heart icon, just tap it to save it to your account!commentsWe independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. See More ImagesCredit: Laura SteffanOne morning, shortly after moving into my new home, I woke up to a gorgeous October day. I still had an air mattress on my bedroom floor, and there were boxes in every corner.
Selling Your House? 8 Legal Reasons Homebuyers Could Sue You (And Win)

5 days ago | financebuzz.com | Heather Bien |Kaitlin Milligan

Selling a home feels like one of those signs of financial success that means you've come full circle. You bought a home, now you're selling it — hopefully at a profit. But lurking behind this proud homeownership move could be a risk you didn't realize. Some situations could get you into legal trouble when it comes time to sell, and there are even a few occasions where you could be sued.
Walmart’s Farmhouse Table Only Looks Pricey, Plus 7 Other Thrifty Home Finds

6 days ago | financebuzz.com | Heather Bien |Amanda Machado

You could pay top dollar at a high-end retailer to refresh your space, or you could head to Walmart. One of the best Walmart hacks is buying home furnishings and decor items that only look expensive. Ready to bring your decorating dreams to life? We picked seven elegant (and thrifty) furniture and decor pieces and, the crown jewel of this list, a farm-style dining table worthy of gathering friends and family around.