Why You Need a Plan for Your Remodel
Having a comprehensive and detailed plan for your remodel is the cornerstone of a successful project. And even with this plan in place, it would be foolish to not also expect and prepare for the unexpected. Such as budgeting for unforeseen expenses in your original plan, and not tying yourself to the original estimated date of completion. Here's what our experience of a top-to-bottom cabin renovation taught us...
How to Build a Playground at Home
The Catskills Blue House sits on three acres of wooded land, and much like the hytte itself, we’ve kept it...
Easter Giveaway with Entertaining Ella
This year, Easter looks a little bit different than normal. Over the past few weeks, I’ve observed a whole lot of people finding ways to seek and spread hygge in the face of what is happening. I know we are not alone in this challenge, there are many parents out right now there who need ideas for what to do with the little ones, and that’s why the Instagram account @entertainingella is...
Karl Sluis is an artist, designer, and entrepreneur working and living in Brooklyn. I’ve known Karl for many years, both...
Norwegians take waffles very seriously. There are competitions for the world’s best waffle recipe held every year. We even have a Waffle Day holiday: March 25 (Hurra! Hurra! Hurra!). Heart-shaped, our waffles are sweet and soft, served with...
How to Hack a High-End Ikea Table
It turns out the Docksta table from Ikea is notoriously difficult to refinish. The tabletop is made of fiberboard and white vinyl paint, so stripping the laminate and refinishing is not an option. One great option is contact paper. Here’s our quick and easy guide to refurbishing your Docksta dining table with...