Author name: Jennifer Gibson

1. Over-tilling the soil Tilling feels productive—it turns the soil, breaks up weeds, and just looks like gardening in action. […]

1. Open Shelving in the Kitchen Open shelves look great on Pinterest, and they do bring a breezy, minimalist charm—at

1. Formal Dining Rooms For generations, the formal dining room was a staple of the American household, a place reserved

1. Enormous Refrigerators Step into most American kitchens and you’re likely to spot a refrigerator that’s about the size of

1. Overly Smart Thermostats Smart thermostats promise energy savings and remote control, but many homeowners find them finicky and over-engineered.

1. An American flag throw blanket (especially if it’s fleece) There’s something deeply comforting about a fleece blanket adorned with

1. Layered Rugs on Carpet Stacked rugs on top of wall-to-wall carpet look cozy and stylish in editorial spreads. They