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3 ways to have a yard sale when you don’t have a yard
Yard sales are a great way to get a few extra bucks for items that might be just a little bit too valuable to toss or donate, but what if...
Backyard tech for summer that will make your neighbors jealous
Make the great outdoors even greater with cool gadgets to make life easier so you can further enjoy all of summer's awesomeness. Yes, we know that you may get outside...
Chicago’s coolest bike shops for a city cruiser or a bespoke beauty
From Dutch city cycles to high-performance wheels, we have your pedaling needs covered. Heritage Bicycles Is Heritage Bicycles a retro-looking coffee shop selling custom-made bicycles and must-have cycling accessories, or...
Have great summer party, no matter how small your space
Think you can't host a sublime summer soiree because you only have a balcony? Nonsense. Just because you don't have a backyard doesn't mean you have to forgo entertaining outside....
6 ways to celebrate Mother’s Day in Chicago — from a luxe spa to a spirits tasting
For those who have overplayed the flower and jewelry game in years past, we've rounded up a few less traditional ways to celebrate mom this Sunday, whether she's in need...
From vintage furniture to apothecary items — 2 Chicago shops for home design
After you tackle your spring cleaning, get ready to spruce up your space. Here are two amazing shops to get your design fix. One, a highly curated mix of new...
Our favorite products from the International Home and Housewares Show — from a cocktail machine to a facial recognition door lock
The International Home and Housewares Show is huge – 16 miles of aisles spread over three buildings at Chicago’s McCormick Place, with more than 2,200 vendors displaying some of the...
5 quick ways to reduce your heating bills
Heating bills are looming large. Check out these five tips to quickly cut your energy costs without sacrificing comfort. 1. Stop leaks. Drafty rooms suck (the heat out of your...
10 (totally legal) cannabis-inspired remedies for you and your home
The trend of states pushing marijuana legalization changed how we view cannabis use, and that’s finding its way into nonpharmaceutical products. Beauty brands and designers are creating a growing number...
As more Chicago businesses ban straws, a look at 8 great alternatives
Using a disposable plastic straw these days is about as cool as choosing a Blackberry for your smartphone. You just wouldn’t do it. Drinking from a disposable plastic straw is...