Every year at this time I look in my rearview mirror to see what the heck just happened. I flip through my 50 columns, extract my favorite nuggets of advice from each month and serve up 12 lessons.

Linen is breathable, durable, and airy. Our picks for the best linen sheets include soft, cooling, budget, and all-season ...

They’re rumpled, but not wrinkled, which is typical of linen because its fibers come from the stem, not the seed of the plant (when you bend a stem, it’s difficult to remove the crease). While many ...

It happens every January. Once the glitz, glam, glitter and gluttony of the holidays are over, I crave simplicity. I long for austerity and to surround myself with natural neutrals. No frills, no ...

Whenever I give talks or interviews about organizing and downsizing, someone always asks: “Where do I start?” My answer: The linen closet. Why? It’s not too personal, so you won’t get bogged down.

Homeowners have been increasingly drawn towards linen duvet covers in recent times. Appreciated for their opulence and comfort, these covers also ensure long-lasting durability. Recognized for its ...

If you’re searching for comfortably cool sheets, you can’t do much better than linen: It’s naturally breathable, moisture-wicking and absorbent. Linen sheets (most are made from the flax plant) are ...