The best cheap flower delivery services also have added perks like free shipping and vases included at no additional cost. Plus, most of the companies highlighted below source their flowers from eco-friendly farms and ship them a day or two after they’ve been cut, so you’re not having to sacrifice freshness for price. Prepare to save a few extra bucks when you order from one of these top-rated brands....
If you have or are looking to purchase an artificial Christmas tree, you know it’s an investment. And to make sure your tree will last a long time, it’s essential to keep it in good shape during the time it’s not in use. There are several types of Christmas tree storage solutions that protect your trees from damage. We tried out the Best Choice Products Rolling Duffle Christmas Tree Storage Bag and tested its design, durability, performance, and capacity....
The Better Homes & Gardens Ultrasonic Aroma Diffuser is a budget aromatherapy lamp that makes a discreet but stylish addition to any room. Its most basic function is a humidifier, adding a cool mist into the air. If you add a few drops of your preferred essential oil to the water and turn on the changing LED mood light, this little device does a lot to change a room’s ambiance....
Fast Facts Scientific Name: Pica hudsoniaCommon Name: Black-Billed MagpieLifespan: 4-6 yearsSize: 18-22 inchesWeight: 5.1-7.4 ouncesWingspan: 24-26 inchesConservation Status: Least concern Black-Billed Magpie Identification The black-billed magpie does have a stout black bill, but there is much more to these birds. Recognizing its field marks is essential to keep from confusing magpies with other large, dark birds such as ravens, crows, and grackles. Its very long tail and broad, rounded wings are basic shapes that are part of the bird’s jizz, but there is much more to watch for to confidently identify black-billed magpies....
In recent years, a number of direct-to-consumer bedding companies have come out of the woodwork. One of the most popular is Brooklinen, a (you guessed it) Brooklyn-based brand from husband-and-wife duo Rich and Vicki Fulop. When they launched in 2014, the millennial couple was looking to offer hotel-worthy linens for a fraction of the price by selling straight to their consumers, not storefronts. The company’s approach and products—which have expanded to include more bedding, loungewear, bath accessories, and gifts—have since garnered a lot of hype....
But wallpaper is not so welcome when it’s time to remove it. Traditional wallpaper is hard to remove from the wall, requiring special liquid remover or wallpaper steamer tools. If you’re able to get the paper off, you may be left with yet one more obstacle: wallpaper glue. Painting over wallpaper glue is possible, but the success of the project may be limited. Fortunately, there are a number of alternatives that allow you to add a new layer of paint or other types of coatings....
Vinyl flooring is economical and durable. Its resistance to moisture is unparalleled by other types of flooring. It is easy to install by yourself, and you can generally have a small room completed within a day or two. The standard application is to install vinyl flooring on plywood underlayment. What if you already have a flooring covering in place and you don’t want to remove it? Can you put vinyl flooring over tile or other kinds of floor coverings?...
In fact, once you understand casement and double-hung windows—energy savings, opening mechanisms, costs, durability—the contrast will be evident and your choice should be much easier. What Are Casement and Double-Hung Windows? Casement Windows Casement windows are hinged on one side to swing horizontally like a door. A crank on the house interior turns a gearbox that pushes the window open and which shuts it. An interior latch must be engaged to fully secure the window shut....
Chickens don’t need much to keep them happy and healthy. They’re easy to care for and don’t require specialized attention. With some supplies from your local feed store or purchased online, you can have happy, healthy laying hens or meat birds—the supplies are the same. You only have to scale up your supply list if you plan on incubating the eggs. You’ll also need some space—plan for 2 to 3 square feet per chicken inside a coop and 8 to 10 square feet per chicken for the outdoor run....
If you’ve been looking for ways to add an office to your home but are low on space, here are tips and ideas for you to create your own cloffice. What Is a Cloffice? A cloffice is an office space created from a closet. (Clever, huh?) And there are lots of benefits to having one in your home. “It’s quiet—perfect for Zoom calls. And, it’s separated from the main areas, where we know it can get loud sometimes,” said Suzana Natola, a digital creator who’s passionate about interior design and decor....
Beyond suffering the relatively harmless embarrassment of waking up in a puddle, overheating during the night can cause you to wake more frequently. This can be uncomfortable, particularly when you’re trying to fall asleep. Sleeping between cooling sheets like the SHEEX Experience Sheet Set is a way to stack the odds in your favor. We, the absolute hottest of sleepers, put the fitted sheet, flat sheet, and two pillowcases through five days on a king-sized memory foam mattress to test their performance, plus a couple of washes to test their durability....
Cutter is a leader in insect repellents. The company carries everything from skin sprays to outdoor products, including citronella candles like the Cutter Citro Guard Triple Wick Candle. The inexpensive price point (around $7) makes the three-wick candle a handy pick for summer picnics or any last-minute get-togethers that require some protective measures. And unlike yard sprays or even personal repellents, citronella candles may be safer to have around younger kids or animals—when out of reach, of course....
Work with What You’ve Got Just like a body should be dressed with clothes that fit and flatter, a room’s shape, character and history is the starting point of any good design. Many Paris apartments have quirky layouts and charming architectural details, and the French are careful not to gut renovate all the character and history out of a space. The stunning Merci apartment in Paris was built in 1870 and had never been renovated until 2018, when the folks behind Paris’ home decor mecca Merci concept store turned it into a living showroom, preserving every original piece of the interior architecture while bringing in modern materials and furnishings....
Look for handmade rugs with a high knot count. The higher the number, the denser the material, which is better for insulation than a rug with a lower knot count. Affordable machine-made rugs can also take the chill off frigid floors. High-pile rugs typically feel warmer, but if you’re looking for something that’s easy to clean, go with a flat weave. If you have inadequate wall insulation, wall tapestries are an easy decor fix that will help to warm up your rooms....
“I love placing a mirror above the fireplace—I even have this in my own family room,” says Kathy Kuo, founder and CEO of Kathy Kuo Home. “I find that this not only adds interest and can open up the room but you can also utilize the mantle for additional accents.” That being said, you’ll want to consider a handful of design rules and practical tips before hastily hanging the first mirror you find over your fireplace....
Owner Angelique Velez, Founder and Lead Designer of Nimbali Design. Angelique has a passion for travel, splitting her time between LA, Bali, and Dominican Republic. She shares the space with her partner, Alex Nimier, Co-founder and Biz Dev at Nimbali. Nimbali was born out of a love for global travel, with a focus on “integrating [Angelique’s] love of travel with her passion for creating beautiful spaces.” Location Encino, Los Angeles, CA “We wanted a location that allowed us more space for the budget but was still accessible to everything,” explained Angelique....
