Tria Giovan Move overhyggemysis the Nordic design trend to emulate now. Since Scandinavian countries experience long dark winters, seeking ways tocreate a warm atmosphereis essential. Mys supports this idea of not just comfortability but creating a lifestyle that embraces the small moments. Credit:Tria Giovan First, of course, their countries of origin are different, which means there are cultural differences. While hygge mostly refers to lifestyle and decor, mys focuses more on the experience of feeling cozy....

Nadia Hassani is a copywriter, editor, and translator who turned her two passionsgardening and foodinto a career. These two events steered her towards a career in food and gardening writing. In addition to growing edibles, her special interest in recent years has been landscaping with native plants. Education Nadia received her Masters in Middle Eastern Studies from the University of Bonn, Germany. She trained as a Master Gardener and Master Food Preserver at Penn State Extension....

Dominik Bindl / Getty Images You already know Nate Berkus has an impeccable interior design style. But what you may not know about Berkus is that he’s very into organization. Commenters were impressed by Berkus’s solution. Credit:Dominik Bindl / Getty Images Shout out to Oskar!!! Great job, buddy, on keeping creativity neat and tidy. Great job on the leg work, Nate, one wrote. You, Nate, are my spirit animal, gushed another, and many others agreed....

Add natural wood to any space for instant warmth, comfort, and an effortlessly contemporary space. “This is part of why it’s huge in design currently,” she says. Better Homes & Gardens Which Design Styles Go with Natural Wood? Credit:Edmund Barr Wood Furniture Furniture is a great non-permanent way to incorporate natural wood into your home. Wood Ceilings Astatement ceilinghas the power to transform the entire room. Add natural wood to walls through wainscoting ordecorative beadboardfor a two-tone look....

Planting fruit trees in these spots could spell disaster. Avoid the following places when planting fruit trees to ensure a better harvest and less maintenance hassles. Ensure your planting site haswell-draining soilwith plenty of organic matter such as compost. Credit:Laurie Black Place your fruit trees where they will get at least 8 hours a day of direct sunlight. The roots can crack paving materials and cause uneven surfaces. Where Diseased Fruit Trees Were...

Save time (and your back!) with this multitasking cleaning hack. Here’s how to quickly clean your baseboards with a vacuum attachment. Credit:Getty Images / Valeriy_G But thanks to a viral (and incredibly simple!) The best part is that you dont have to bend down or strain any muscles to do it. Learn about this #CleanTok tip using just two things you most likely already have in your home. Additionally, scented dryer sheets will leave behind a lingering, pleasant smell once youve finished cleaning....

Make a not-so-sunny spot in your yard look professionally landscaped with this beginner shade garden plan. Find the complete plant list and illustrated planting plan below. Some of the basics include shovels, rakes, watering cans, trowels, and pruning shears. Credit: Illustration by Mavis Augustine Torke you might always expand over time as you get a better idea of the garden maintenance involved. Plants that require partial shaderequire 2-6 hours of shade per day....

This easy-care, sun-loving design will add color to your yard without needing a lot of maintenance. Keep the maintenance at a minimum by planting this beginner garden plan in afull sun location. Other than an occasional deadheading of faded flowers, these plants will tolerate drought and heat well once established. Credit: Illustration by Mavis Augustine Torke before you kick off plant shopping, review all garden plan materials. Then, ask yourself the following questions:...

Nik Pugmire is a food writer and professional pastry chef with over 15 years of baking and pastry experience. Nik has also worked in pastry kitchens for major hotels, including The Four Seasons Chicago. He also designed banquet and wedding desserts, including custom wedding cakes, based off personal consultations with clients. In addition, he specialized in the creation and design of personalized amenities for celebrity and VIP guests. He trained at Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, Las Vegas....

No matter how you eat it, it’s bound to be fresh, floury, and delicious. Tips for Making Focaccia You’llmake the perfect focacciaevery time as long as you follow these tips. of the salt, and the yeast. Credit: Jacob Fox Stir in the warm water until mixture is moistened (dough will be sticky and soft). Cover bowl loosely with plastic wrap; let rest at room temperature 2 hours. Lightly grease a 12-inch cast-iron skillet....

Read this before reheating your next cup of coffee. If youre lucky, youve never experienced a mishap from re-heating your beverage in the microwave. But all it takes is using the wrong mug, and the outcome could be less than ideal. Credit:Getty Images / brizmaker While many mugs are microwave safe, they aren’t all made to withstand the heating appliance. Most standard mugs are made of ceramic or glass which are generally microwave-safe thanks to their heat-resistant properties....

Robert Peterson Wrapping Christmas giftsis a classic holiday tradition. There’s something magical about choosing new coordinating papers and bows for your packages each season. This paper won’t have any plastic coating or metallic accents, and the packaging will say ‘recyclable.’ Credit:Robert Peterson Try one of these eco-friendly options this season. If you don’t already have paper bags, considermaking your own reusable fabric gift bagsinstead. Credit:Kim Cornelison

This gentle washer setting is the best choice for many items, but it’s wrong for others. No one would blame you for defaulting to the delicate cycle for everything. So what, exactly, is the delicate cycle? Credit:Adam Albright When should you use it, and when should you skip it? Our guide to using the delicate cycle answers these questions and more. What Is the Delicate Cycle? Delicate cycles typically have a shorter run time than normal or heavy-duty cycles....