The 10 most important things that you need to clean for the new year {issue 65}

Plus, a $26 cubby gets transformed into an unbelievable DIY dollhouse.

December 30, 2021 No. 65 Instead of making resolutions, each New Year's Eve, I pick a word for the coming year to reflect my intention. One year, it was "delight"; another, it was "thrive." This year, my word will be "rise." What's your word for 2022? Happy fresh start, friends! — Thao     The 10 Most Important Things That You Need to Clean for the New Year New year energy is our biggest seasonal reboot and I, for one, love to ride the surge of motivation it brings. From starting a nightly yoga habit to vowing to resume my morning walks, I've picked up many new resolutionary habits, even if I know most of them will fade by the time January melts into spring.   But there's another kind of fresh boost that doesn't involve sticking to new ways of doing things — and it's arguably more impactful. It's the push we have to simplify and declutter and let go of the old in our own homes. From the intensely practical to rituals steeped in tradition and culture, here are some of the most important things to clean for the new year:  read more > cubby ❤️ Nestig's impossibly soft, design-forward kids' rugs are also machine-washable and durable enough to withstand hours of play. We'll take one — or three.     live     Steal These 8 Doable Tips from Real Family Rooms These parents have thought of everything: vintage rugs, multi-tiered ottomans, and other tiny smart hacks to maximize family spaces. read more >     18 Affordable Costco Home Goods That Are Actually Great Quality Beyond bulk food, this warehouse store offers great deals for the kitchen and bedroom, too. read more > eat     6 Families Share Their Most Meaningful New Year's Food Traditions Birthday cake, sauerkraut, and so many more special traditions from families. read more >     I'm a Former Chef and a Mom of 2 — Here's What I Got from Aldi's to Feed My Family I spent $80 and focused on fresh produce, along with easy protein options. read more > play     Before and After: How I Transformed a $26 Cubby Organizer into an Epic Dollhouse This Palm Springs paradise was surprisingly easy (and affordable). read more >     A Genius Solution That Teaches My Kid About Financial Responsibility This free app empowers my son to spend (and save!) all on his own. read more > cubby finds: sparkles galore mask cape balloons lollipops ask maxwell The Very Best of 2021 Dear Cubby Fans (and those of you who like to trip down to the bottom of the email each week and read this column),   It has been an amazing year of growth here at Cubby. While we're technically a year and a half old at this point, time has gone quickly and it only feels like now, at these holidays, that I can look back and take stock of how much Cubby has grown. From a standing start with a weekly email and no subscribers, we're now reaching nearly 200,000 readers a month on our website and pacing to hit 100,000 subscribers by the end of this school year.  read more > Maxwell Ryan is a father and was an elementary school teacher in NYC before founding Apartment Therapy. He'd love to answer your question: askmaxwell@cubbyathome.com ( trust us ) Where lost gloves go Unsubscribe or Manage Your Preferences  View this email in your browser  Apartment Therapy is full of ideas for creating a warm, beautiful, healthy home. If we've inspired you, we may receive a share of purchases made through this email. Apartment Therapy Media 270 Lafayette Street, Suite 1300 New York, NY 10013 ABOUT | CONTACT US | PRIVACY POLICY | TERMS OF USE