Snow falls steadily outside in the middle of the never-ending winter. You find yourself huddled under the warmth of a throw blanket. Lit candles give the illusion of warmth. And though the heat is pumping away, it does not keep up with the cold outside, leaving your space chilled. Flip the switch. It’s 90 degrees out. The sun is casting its warmth throughout the house with golden streaks flooding through the space. Along with the raised temperatures comes the constant need fo

Do you ever walk into your kitchen or bathroom and feel like something is just not quite right? Maybe the space feels a bit dated or it just lacks that "finished" designer look. Before you start envisioning a full renovation or an expensive paint job, I have a secret for you: look at your cabinet's hardware. Architectural Digest - Ross Group Creative I like to call hardware the "jewelry of the home." Just like the right jewelry can pull an entire outfit together, the right kn

These muffins are a tasty treat in the morning. Serve with a hot cup of tea and enjoy! AS SEEN IN OUR JAN/FEB 2025 ISSUE Ingredients ½ c. unsalted butter or margarine Zest of 1 lemon 1 c. sugar 1 egg, room temperature 1 tsp. vanilla 2 c. all purpose flour 2 tsp. baking powder 1½ tsp. kosher salt 1 c. frozen blueberries  ½ c. milk or almond milk Cream Cheese Frosting  1½ c. powdered sugar 4 oz. cream cheese 4 Tbsp. butter or margarine Directions Preheat the oven to 375 degrees

In what feels like an endless stretch of winter, we need to bring some sunshine into our lives, since the actual sun doesn't seem to be shining much. Our houses are where we spend most of our time, so it is obvious that these spaces play an integral role in our lives. Science and studies have proven that the things with which we surround ourselves directly affect our mood, productivity, and general attitude. I know that if I was only surrounded by dim colors, my day would fee

Picking the right white paint might seem like the easiest decision you’ll make for your home but any designer knows it's often the hardest. White is never just "white." It is the most complex of neutrals, changing its tone based on the natural light, surrounding colors, and even the time of day. The secret to choosing the correct white is identifying its hidden undertone. Is it cool (blue, gray, or violet), or warm (yellow, red, or brown)? Cool Whites contain gray or blue. Th

Here's a great roundup of gifts for the entire family. We kept it all under $100 and did the shopping so you don't have to. Happy Chanukah! Apple Air Tag Wallet $39 Men's Ugg Slippers $99 Lacoste Toiletry Bag $78 Boys Ralph Lauren Robe $69 Jacquard Throw Blanket $68 L'Occitane Gift Set $36 Boys Ralph Lauren Slippers $65 Alo Hair Ties $24 Dinner Done 2 $32 Foam Building Shapes $100 Toy House (20 PCS) $99 Cut Glass Candle Holder $32 Polaroid Go Camera $89 The Kichel Collection