Ashley Chalmers

While I'm a big fan of scrolling CleanTok to learn about a brand-new cleaning and organizing method, recently, I realized I love something else almost as much. I especially love it when I come across a viral method with a great name only to realize it’s something I already do.

Once the weather turns and the days get both shorter and colder, there is nothing better than a freshly made bed with clean, fluffy sheets. 

When most people picture the perfect kitchen, a few things might come to mind. From beautiful appliances to ample counter space to perfectly organized walk-in pantries, everyone has different musts on their list. 

Playing with color can be fun and have a huge payoff, but only if it’s done well.

As the home’s most high-traffic area, it’s no surprise that our kitchens are often huge clutter magnets—and this is especially true of our countertops.

A great interior designer can make style seem effortless. Their knowledge and understanding of what makes a beautiful space is innate—but they, too, look to other pros for advice.

In an ideal world, we’d all have an interior designer on hand to help us shop for beautiful new home decor each season. Lucky for us, we have the second-best scenario. 

Painting a room can be shockingly stressful—there are so many details to consider. From brand to color to finish, multiple decisions need to be made before you even get started.

When you picture the perfect fall-styled front porch, it’s safe to assume there are a few staples: a few pumpkins, gourds, and some potted mums.

It’s not your imagination—fall and Halloween hype is starting earlier than ever this year.

Whether you own or rent your home, anyone who has ever moved into a new place knows that decorating can be more than a little daunting.

If you love autumn as much as we do, get excited—it's finally time to bust out the autumn decor!

Unless you’re regularly strolling around new towns, it can be hard to know where to go for unique, stylish, and affordable decor.

When it comes to accomplishing a home project, it can be tempting to call a pro—and in many cases, it’s a must.

While plenty of plant lovers will tell you about the easiest houseplants to grow, few will tell you which plants to completely avoid.

While I’m always sad to see the longer, lazier days of summer go away, I’m also a lifelong fan of that new school-year feeling. Although I might not enjoy my fresh box of crayons and brand-new book bag anymore, I do have two kiddos who do.

If you’ve ever had an ant problem at home, you know how irritating it can be. They’re incredibly stubborn little pests and, unfortunately, it can be challenging to figure out which home hacks actually work. One non-toxic solution people often suggest is using coffee grounds to kill these little visitors—but does it work?

After a busy few weeks of summer travel and adventures, my family and I returned to a home that was in need of a major declutter.

After a long winter, it's exciting to look forward to pulling out summer furniture when the weather warms up. But it can be disappointing when you pull out your outdoor items and they've been ruined by a rough winter and poor storage.

In a recent post on our Facebook page, we asked our readers which they prefer when it comes to drying their clothes: an actual dryer, or air-drying on a clothesline. As you might expect, the answers were varied.

If you’ve spent any time on design TikTok, then you’ve surely come across interior designer and TikTok creator Julie Jones.

My laundry game is always changing, but I must admit: I still can’t quite seem to pin down the best combination.

While the summer is a great time to enjoy warmer weather, it can make your home’s temperature harder to regulate. Even with the AC pumping, one common problem is a comfortable ground floor and a sweltering second floor.

There’s a lot to think about when you prepare to move into your dorm. Whether it’s your very first time living in a dorm or you’re a seasoned pro, making the most of a small, possibly shared space is a feat. 

While it’s been predicted for quite a while now that the once-favored gray is on its way out, that certainly doesn’t mean neutrals are going away entirely. In fact, some might argue they’re heating up… and the tones are getting warmer, too. 

I absolutely love outdoor lanterns—the ambiance they create at night is unmatched in the summer. But, one thing I don’t love about candles is the wax itself. If it leaks out and leaves ugly wax stains on any linens or fabrics, that's annoying enough.

Living with a tiny patio, deck, or terrace is a challenge to furnish. While the size and scale of your furniture and planters are critical factors to consider, I found it’s important to look for items that can work double duty, too.

While there’s a lot to look forward to when it comes to dorm living, the size, layout, and space available are probably not high on the list.

While college is a major change for students, it’s also a big transition for parents. Parenting from afar can be overwhelming and confusing, but one of the best ways to tackle this is to get prepared and plan ahead.

Anyone who appreciates a cute front door knows what a great first impression a beautiful color makes. That's why selecting the perfect color to don your door can be a big task—but thankfully, we have some expert help.

When creating a beautiful outdoor space, you often start with an empty space. Expansive backyards, empty decks, and beautiful front porches are easy to fill with plants, lighting, and furniture.

If you ever looked around your home and wondered what you can do to improve your design, look no further. The space might not be begging for an extensive renovation or a major furniture overhaul—it can simply come down to styling.

When you live with an all-white or neutral kitchen, adding color can feel overwhelming. The wrong color can look stark or out of place, while too much color can seem accidental or sloppy.

Cleaning the house makes you wish for a magic machine that can do it for you. And turns out, you have one right in your laundry room—the washing machine, of course.

When it comes to cleaning and organizing methods, I find the ones I use the most are the ones that give some loose structure to get you started, but then easily segue into a bigger cleaning and organizing session.

If you've dealt with stubborn stains that won't budge, don't get down about what you're doing wrong. While you can try all kinds of laundry hacks, from dish detergent to pantry staples to stain removers, the answer might be more straightforward: it actually might come down to the temperature of your water.