One of mankind’s first and greatest gifts was the power of fire. Fire that is heat can provide warmth, healing and nourishment. Fire that is brilliance can light the way. Fire that is wrath can destroy enemies. Yet there are other fires for man that share the same benefits. These …

  Tulips normally start to emerge from the ground in late winter or early spring. Unless incredibly mild weather causes premature growth in winter, the danger is not as great as it may seem. Tulips (and daffodils) are also fairly cold tolerant. If freezing winter temperatures return, however, it can …

Loft apartment style is the epitome of the apartment dream. Lofts have become so much more than just a type of dwelling – they are almost their own narrative devices. In TV and film, the loft has become synonymous with the home of the design-forward, from trendy young hipsters to …

Will black and white kitchens go out of style? This is the most common question asked to kitchen designers from all over the world. The answer is definitely “no”. However, there are tricks to making a black and white color palette feel timeless and relevant no matter what the hottest …

If you consider yourself a reader, no one needs to explain the benefits of reading to you; you probably already have a stack of good books ready to go and a reading list longer than your to-do list. One of the true beauties of reading is that you can do …

Reading alone or with a teacher can improve students’ confidence and encourage them to read more often. A quiet and private area can give students who are nervous about reading around others the confidence to read alone in a cozy dedicated reading corner. Keep a selection of books on open …

Currently, Magnolia Network: A Look Ahead Vol. 2 is streaming, which includes a sneak peek at Jean Stoffer Design as well as some of the network’s other upcoming series. You can also catch Stoffer in the pilot episode of Point of View: A Designer Profile, a Magnolia Network exclusive that …

Stoffer never imagined seeing herself on TV, as her story didn’t fit the traditional TV format. But Chip and Joanna Gaines had a different vision for their network. “They wanted to inspire people with stories that are authentic and uplifting,” Stoffer says, emphasizing how Magnolia Network’s upcoming programming will hopefully …

I think the number one question I get when it comes to our shop, The Found Cottage, is “Where do I stay when I come and what else is there to do?” That’s a good question and I decided to share a little more of what there is to do …

The story of a new custom cabinet company involves a career change, a magnifying glass and a journey through Amish country. In 1983, Jean Stoffer went to work as an admin for a Chicago designer shortly after graduating with a business degree. After a few years, she found herself more …