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In many instances, an area rug can be the missing ingredient to an apartment’s otherwise perfectly decorated living room or dining room. Rugs can add proverbial and literal warmth to a space, as well as impact its design. If you think an area rug should be your next furnishing purchase but you’re not sure where to start, follow the tips outlined in this guide. Know your budget Set a budget for an area rug well in advance of buying one. Don’t skimp here. If having an area rug you can enjoy for several years is important to you, it is important to […]

Winter is in full swing. Hopefully you’ve managed to stay comfortable thus far, and ideally without boosting your energy consumption too much. If you’re concerned about your carbon footprint, follow these tips for eco-friendly winter living that won’t force you to choose between freezing and wearing five layers indoors. 1. Nudge down the thermostat Challenge yourself to keep your thermostat just two degrees cooler than you normally do in the winter. You shouldn’t feel a huge difference, but the environment will notice your efforts. Offset the change in temperature by drinking more hot beverages and using throw blankets more often. […]

Austin’s outdoor ice skating rinks have closed for the season, but the metro area has a couple indoor rinks where you can glide around year-round. If you include San Antonio, even more options open up. Here is a list of places you can ice skate and purchase ice skates in the greater Austin area. Chaparral Ice Located in North Cross Mall, Chaparral Ice is Austin’s premier year-round ice skating venue. The family owned and operated skating business is highly regarded and involved in the community. It’s a great place to learn to skate, go for a public skate session, or […]

The Seattle area has already received more snowfall this year than usual. Winterfest at the Seattle Center has wrapped up for the season. In spite of this, and regardless of whether the Puget Sound continues its winter wonderland sort of year, you can create seasonal memories ice skating in Seattle at one of these indoor rinks. Highland Ice Arena Highland Ice Arena has been a popular place to learn to ice skate and hone ice skating skills for 55 years. Affordable group rates and free skating for children celebrating birthdays at Highland make it a top birthday party venue. The Shoreline arena is a 25-minute drive […]

Are you a restless sleeper? Do you often wake up with a stiff or sore neck? There’s a chance you can solve your sleeping woes simply by switching out the pillow you currently use with one carefully selected for your body’s kinks and sleeping preferences. We’ve done some research, and come up with ten pillows that could help you get a better night’s sleep. Bedgear Dawn 1.0 Performance Pillow This pillow doesn’t come cheap, but it sure is revolutionary. Ver-Tex fabric deflects heat and helps the pillow stay cool all night long. The Bedgear Dawn pillow conforms to any shape you […]

Most outdoor Atlanta ice rinks have closed for the season. But a few seasonal rinks remain open in the coming weeks, and there are a handful of indoor rinks where you can ice skate in Atlanta year-round. Here are our top picks. Athens on Ice If you plan to head to UGA or visit Athens for any other reason between now and February 16, spend some time on the ice while there. Public skate sessions are held almost every day, and plenty of adult drop-in hockey sessions are on the schedule as well. Admission costs 3, and includes skate rental. […]

During the sweltering summer months, ice skating in South Florida serves as a refreshing escape from the heat. In the wintertime, a skate session can temporarily transport you to a place that at least somewhat resembles the traditional hallmarks of the season. And when you leave the rink behind, you don’t have to worry about scraping ice from your windshield or whether you’re wearing enough layers. Here are seven South Florida venues where you can experience this sweet escape. Basement Miami Basement offers a unique opportunity to combine traditional nightlife with ice skating. Check out the Miami Beach night club’s calendar […]

The first World Happiness Report was released in 2012. For three of the four rankings since, Denmark has earned the top spot. Several factors contribute to this repeat distinction, one of which is likely the concept of hygge. There is no direct English translation for this Danish word, and broader Scandinavian concept, but it can be summed up as a penchant for coziness and spending time with loved ones and family and friends. The word is pronounced hoo-guh, and if you’d like to make your apartment the comfiest it can be this winter, try some of these tips to make your home life […]

Throughout most of Southern California, hopes of finding natural ice to skate on can constitute a mere pipe dream.

For a city that receives relatively little ice or snow, Dallas has a ton of great ice skating options. If you didn’t find the time to skate before or during the holidays, but wish to get some time on the ice this season, here is a list of the DFW metro’s best ice skating rinks. All venues on this list are family-friendly, and many are open for business year-round. Allen Community Ice Rink Allen Community Ice Rink is a multipurpose facility used for just about every sport played on ice. The rink also hosts open skate and freestyle skating sessions for the general […]