A Brigham Young University Student Journal
There are many types of family traditions. There are religious traditions, seasonal traditions, celebratory traditions or just plain fun traditions. Whatever kind they are, all family traditions have one thing in common—they unite us. The best way to strengthen family relationships is by spending time …
Today is the day—St. Valentine’s Day, that is! Whether you love it, despise it, are indifferent to it—it is here and we might as well live it. Many people think of Valentine’s Day in the romantic sense. I think that’s why so many people are bitter …
Spring is just around the corner. Bring new life—specifically plants—into your home or apartment or any room.
Have a wonderful weekend!
—Katie, Editor-in-Chief of Stance: Studies on the Family
2. Terrarium
3. Bottles on the Wall
4. Bunch Together in One Corner
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5. Copper Hanging Planter
6. Geometric Sculptures
7. Stool(s)
8. Quirky Vases + Bottles
9. Teacups
10. Multiple Wooden Hanging Planters
Psst. Let me let you in on a little secret. Below, you’ll find my very very very favorite lasagna recipe in the whole wide world. It has a classic taste, and the best part? It’s deliciously easy and practically no-fail. AND, you don’t even have …
In a little more than a week, it’s St. Valentine’s Day. 😉 Okay, so I’m sorry for the reminder. I think this holiday is a little overrated. But here are some not terrible ideas to celebrate this holiday with a little more style Coffee Filters. So you …
Stance: Studies on the Family meeting tonight!
We will be reading submissions for the Winter 2015 edition! Be there, or be square.
Pillow fight! Just kidding . . . But what is more fun that a bunch of big, fluffy pillows? If you’ve just moved into a new apartment or home, a quick way to make your new space feel “homey” is to make some spunky pillows for any room. Currently, …
With one month almost gone by in the New Year, my resolution to not eat chocolate every day is slipping. That’s right, I am used to eating chocolate every day (my husband says I am a chocoholic). My resolution was made in an effort to …
Decorating with mirrors can add elegance or edgy-ness to any home, apartment, or rental. Mirrors create the illusion of space, airiness, openness—making this decor choice perfect for small spaces, like hallways or tinier bedrooms.
A current trend is decorating with multiple mirrors on the same wall. The mirrors can be the same size or various sizes. Use frames of the same color or design, or try very different patterns and textures for contrast. Another fun decor idea to try is to create patterns with the mirrors on the wall.
The more different the style of the mirrors, the more eclectic the feel of the space in which you are decorating will be.
In contrast, the more uniform the style of the mirrors, the more refined and elegant the feel of the space in which you are decorating will be.
—Katie, Stance: Studies on the Family
It is January. The glitter from New Year’s has faded, Martin Luther King Jr. Day is quickly becoming a memory, and all we have to look forward to is THE GRIND. Trust me, I feel the January blues. My way to counteract them is with …