I never thought there was anything “wrong” or “ugly” about our kitchen. But as I scrolled through countless aspirational home makeovers where everything was gut-renovated, styled by a fancy designer, and set free by limitless budgets, I felt both inspired and left out: What about the renters? The brand-new custom cabinets I saw were close […]
Weekend Roundup: My Favorite Reads, Inspiration, and Shopping Picks
I’m headed on a work trip soon, and don’t know when I’ll be able to post again, so I’m sharing this quick post in case you don’t hear from me for a while. Here are links I’ve been loving lately, what I’m watching, what’s inspiring me, and my favorite shopping picks right now. 1. Everything […]
Parachute, Brooklinen, Riley and Snowe Review: The End-All Guide to Buying Sheets
Updated on May 11, 2021 Piglet, Buffy, 10 Grove? I can’t seem to go onto Instagram these days without getting served ads from yet another cool direct-to-consumer bedding brand I’d never heard of. Guys, I can’t keep them all straight. Because the marketing for these brands is a variation of the same theme: By cutting […]
My Caprani Lamp: Investing in Furniture
After a decade of diligently saving, I’m ready to graduate to PhD-Level Personal Finance. I have investing in companies down pat. I don’t blink twice when the stock market dips. I’ve even broken the rules by buying individual stocks and not regretting it. Fueled by my home upgrade project, this summer I’ve found myself browsing […]
DIY: Making a $15 Stool Look Way More Expensive
Home decor is something I’ve warned you to curb your enthusiasm on. I’ve specifically said to not worry about having a bar cart when you’re 22. There are more important things to prioritize at that age, like learning what a 401k is. As for myself, I don’t really decorate. I’ve gone at least a decade […]