Keep in mind that by no means do you should probably opt for anything too bulky. Want more design inspiration? Bring in various accent lighting to warm up your space. The Spruce / Jason Donnelly Thoughtfully Select Seating As you design your cozy nook, skip the ultra formal seating altogether. Design bySarah Lyon/ Photo byAllie Provost Design byAndrew Franz Architect/ Photo byAlbert Vecerka-Esto Desiree Burns Interiors Gray Walker Interiors/ Photo byJulia Lynn

We spoke to some experts to get their advice on making potted plants look more full and healthy. For houseplants, it helps to know the best way to prune. Want more gardening tips? t sableaux / Getty Images Hird suggests observing whether houseplants have become “lanky” (longer stems with a lack of leaves). She recommends moving or rotating houseplants to a brighter spot to see if growth improves. Duford agrees that insufficient light can negatively affect growth in some houseplants, making stems long and thin....

The Spruce / Erica George When creating abeautiful outdoor space, you often start with an empty space. Meet the Expert Want more design inspiration? But Graffam gave us another great suggestion: look for planters that are multi-functional. The Spruce / Erica George Garden hoses are always necessary, but not exactly easy on the eyes, he says. Consider a planter that also houses and rolls the garden hose to conceal it from view....

Below, we share six clever ways to reuse cardboard boxes. Its an affordable way tohide house clutter, store toys and photos, or hold magazines and documents. As an alternative, try using a jigsaw. @DIYCATVILLAGE/ YouTube Lighting Make over a table lamp or pendant by creating a shade out of cardboard. Just double-check that whatever light source youre using cant catch fire. Youll find an array of instructions and images online and in social media feeds....

Improperly folded laundry can result in wrinkled clothes, as well as disordered and wastedstorage space. Knowing how to fold clothes to save space willkeep your closets and drawers neat and tidy. Check out thesetried-and-true folding techniquesfor six everyday items. The Spruce / Ana-Maria Stanciu The Spruce / Ana-Maria Stanciu T-Shirts Scientists have revealed the most efficient method for folding T-shirts. The latter is a big plus if you dread breaking out the ironing board....

Margie Kaercher, the founder of Hearth and Honey Homes, offers similar sentiments. Want more design inspiration? Yellow and Red Don’t be all too quick to pair red with sunny yellow. Westend61 / Getty Images “This high-energy combo is hard to separate from fast-food branding and inevitably leans juvenile,” Kaercher says. Plus, she adds, it can be a bit too overwhelming for a day-to-day space. However, McDonald notes that adeep maroonand mustard yellow pairing could look wonderful together....

These shades of white bring sophistication and depth to a space while keeping it bright and neutral. Whatever you do, dont go out and buy builders beigethat is NOT it, Hawes says. In particular,olive greenwill have its moment in 2024. Kate Marker Interiors From mushroom brown to taupe, mocha, and espresso, youll see brown everywhere in the new year. Its a little 1970s retro lounge, and far softer than harsh black," Goerzen says....

Design byTyler Karu/ Photo by Erin Little Gold is certainly in vogue right now. Here are six colors that go with gold to consider pairing as you decorate. Working with these cool tones can add balance to the warm tones in gold. Design byTyler Karu/ Photo by Erin Little This lovely mudroom byWhittney Parkinson Designevokes a sense of timeless tradition with its plum and gold accents. However, a sleek violet-blue with gold can also work well in a more modern room....

Here are 6 gardening mistakes to look out for so you’re able to have a thriving garden. You dont want to plant a tree or vegetable without careful consideration for its final size. Berg explains how a pumpkin vine can quickly take over a small vegetable garden if not thoughtfully placed. Design byEast Hampton Garden And atree planted too close to a housemay become a problem later down the line....

One of the most common areas for repurposing old items is in the garden. Here are some of their favoritesdon’t throw away your old pantyhose just yet. Meet the Expert Want more gardening tips? Alexandr Milodan / Getty Images This is especially true of milk jugs and similar containers, which are excellent for seedlings. When you plant young trees, they often need stabilizing tree stakes, Bowers says. Another Hack for Pantyhose Another great use for pantyhose is to protect young plants and seedlings....

Many wire connection problems are no one’s fault but are simply the result of time. Wires are under a constant cycle of heating and cooling, expansion and contraction. Understanding where these problems commonly occur will help you decide how to handle them. The Spruce / Kevin Norris Tools and Materials Here are six very common places that wire connection problems occur. If you find any that are loose, carefully tighten the screw terminals down onto the wires....

Choosing the right material for your container is also important and will affect whether or not your plants thrive. Dobbs explains how clay pots are both attractive and breathable, but can often dry out quickly. Meanwhile, she adds, plastic containers hold onto moisture better but do not aerate as well. Westend61 / Getty Images It is important that your container has drain holes, she adds, as proper drainage prevents root rot....

We were intrigued by the silhouettes andstyles of sofasthat are responsible for aging your space. Think about the viral cloud couch and sleekmodular couches. Want more design inspiration? Orbon Alija / Getty Images “And, of course, without buttons it is simple in shape.” Kropovinsky also recommends trying a more modern, curved sofa. “The fabric deteriorates unevenly,” Kropovinsky explains. slobo / Getty Images “Alternatively, you could choose other modern luxury sofas,” she suggests....