At Home In The Poconos
Looking for a home so cozy you almost want to cuddle with it? The following design elements can create a comforting, warm space that you will never want to leave.
Warm colors.
Add warm colors to your walls, accents, linens window hangings and more to create a cozy vibe inside. Deep orange, rusty reds, buttery yellows and soft off-white colors can all add a “stay at home” vibe to your space.
Plush textures.
From fleecy blankets thrown over every chair, to faux-fur pillows and rugs, having tex...
If your home feels lived in and worn, then it may be time to implement some of these tips, which are sure to make your home feel like brand new again.
Deep clean the kitchen
A sparkling, shining kitchen is a great place to start if you want to take your home from drab to fab. It’s usually an area can goes through the most wear and tear, which can easily show on appliances, floors, and countertops. Enjoy your kitchen again by giving it the care it deserves.
Wash down windows
Sure, you clean t...
The kitchen may be where you spend the most time in your house. If you're cooking for yourself or your family, you want to make sure your kitchen is fully functional for your needs. If you're not feeling very efficient, what are some things you can do to change the layout for better functionality? Here are a few simple tips:
The triangle
If you talk to any ergonomic or design expert, they'll tell you that the triangle is the best design for a kitchen. But what does that mean? The stove, sink an...
Saving money can be difficult, even when you stick to a budget. It’s easy to feel like you’re not getting anywhere. You wish you could save more, but where do you start?
At home. Implement these simple strategies around your home to cut consumption and increase your funds every month.
Lower utilitiesUtility bills are a monthly expense every homeowner or renter has to deal with. But the cost is not fixed. If you use less water and electricity, you spend less of your hard-earned money....
The fall often brings cozy decor, tasty food, and fun celebrations into your home—but it can also be a time for tracking in wet leaves, mud, and other markers of the changing weather. Keeping up with maintenance in your mudroom or entryway is of the utmost importance to prevent any potential damage to your interior.
If you don’t already have a dedicated mudroom, you can still reap the benefits of upgrading your entryway for the season ahead.
Wipe your feet
The top reason why outside elemen...
Moving is largely about looking back and looking forward. We make meticulous lists of everything before the move: from what has to be packed up or tossed out from the old house, to the utilities turn-off dates and the moving van’s pickup time. Likewise, we do our best to make sure that everything in the new home is ready to go so that we can seamlessly start our new life.
And an important part of that post-move plan is to be prepared. Sure, you’ll probably have a good idea of what you want to p...
Home-cooked meals are crucial for households seeking to meet nutrition and budget goals. While you don’t need fancy gadgets to cook, a few staples can make the task far easier and more enjoyable. If you don’t have these three kitchen staples in your arsenal, it’s time to hit that “buy now” button and make your meal preps easier than ever before.
Dutch OvenA great dutch oven will last decades. A well-seasoned cast iron dutch oven will be nonstick and will require extra care. An enameled dutch ov...
