Despite the frigid temperatures, winter’s calming pace is the perfect time to nurture ordinary habits—or cultivate new ones for the year ahead. In that spirit, we’re thrilled to share this winter (habit) guide featuring our 2024 holiday gift picks and seasonal recommendations from a few of our artist partners.
In Conversation with Mihaela Karadjova
In Conversation with Christina Gliha
The Artwork Behind Our Newest Puzzles
Dive into the Posh Puppy Room Service by Christina Gliha, lose yourself in Lida Ziruffo's enchanting Moonlight Potions, or indulge your senses with Rachel Victoria Hillis's mouthwatering Paris Patisserie. Here's a little more about how these beautiful pieces were created from the artists themselves.
Family Habits with Amanda Jane Jones
In Conversation with Joanna Rosado
Disco Tea, a small but mighty puzzle from our latest collection, embodies this notion—and Joanna Rosado, the talented artist behind the puzzle, firmly believes that the little things inspire intentional living. "The message of this illustration is my discovery that there is always something fun, interesting, and colorful in simple everyday activities," Rosado explained. "Having a cup of tea in the coziness of your home can be as enjoyable and exciting as a sparkly disco night. We just need to pay attention to the now and appreciate each moment."
An Ordinary Day in Brooklyn with Anna B. Albury
New York holds a special place in our hearts. It's the city where Ordinary Habit was born—and where we cultivated a community that values calm, play, and connection. In fact, the latter makes us think of our friend, Anna B. Albury.
While Albury works as a rug designer and freelances as an interior stylist, you may know her as the visionary behind the design-forward newsletter coolstuff.nyc. Alongside her co-founder and husband Garrett, Albury's offering is wide-ranging—from neighborhood guides and interviews to offline events. (We recently joined the duo for coolstuff's Girl Power Market with Hester Street Fair.)
Ordinary Habit Questionnaire 04: Tanu Vasu
In Conversation with Patti Blau
Ordinary Habit Questionnaire 03: Joanna Rosado
Meet Joanna Rosado, the incredible artist behind our Disco Tea puzzle from the latest collection. Her use of color, pattern, and whimsy drew us in immediately, and we wish we could spend every day drinking tea amidst disco balls. We caught up with her and chatted about what puts her in the mood to create, what she’s been listening to, and who’s joining her ideal dinner party.
Mother’s Day with Casa de Suna
What makes a home filled with heart? Family, of course, but there is also something to be said about the rituals that keep loved ones together and engaged in the present moment. Our friends at Casa de Suna (which means “House of Daughters”) understand this sentiment.
In Conversation With Lucila Perini
Ordinary Habit Questionnaire 02: Bodil Jane
An Ordinary Day in Atlanta with Madolyn Schultz
The most extraordinary moments often happen in ordinary places. Our new series, Ordinary Day, features our favorite tastemakers and the cities they call home. In the first installment, we hear from Madolyn Schultz, a fashion writer and creative professional based in Atlanta, Georgia.
A Peek Behind Our Newest Collection
Learn more about the artwork behind our newest puzzles!
Ordinary Habit Questionnaire 01: Holly Jolley
Family Habits with Angela Tafoya
Ordinary life is better together. Our new series, Family Habits, introduces creative parents and families, what they've learned about play, and their tips for appreciating the present moment with loved ones. In our first installment, we hear from Angela Tafoya of NOOMOON.
In Conversation with Julie Chavez, Author of Everyone But Myself
Ordinary Story is a series by Rachel Schwartzmann that features musings and conversations on one of our favorite ordinary habits:...
Take note of Zibby Owens's career trajectory, and you'll find a clear through-line: storytelling. From podcasting to publishing to running an independent bookstore, Owens has become a champion for all things books—and has even penned a few herself, including her forthcoming debut novel.
Slow Down Soundtrack + A Tasty Cocktail
We Wish You Well: Our 2023 Holiday Gift Guide
The holidays are here once more. Breathe in the scent of cinnamon and exhale any tension. Be calmed by the flickering candle on the mantle or the twinkling lights in the distance. Indulge in a cup of hot chocolate or fond memories of time spent with loved ones. Settle your mind and feel your heart race with excitement. Our annual gift guide pays homage to this idea. Discover our curation below—and from all of us at Ordinary Habit, we wish you well this holiday season and beyond
Small Business Saturday: Stockist Spotlight
We were first introduced to Susan Spungen through her beautiful recipes featured in the New York Times, and were delighted with her approach to cooking. Fast forward a couple of years later, and Tre – one of our co-founders – had the pleasure of dining with her at Canal House, in celebration of the launch of her latest cookbook, Veg Forward. Read on as she shares a warming dish that’s perfect to dig into as we get cozy, and sink into the Autumn months.
Fall Habit Guide: Artist Cozy Rituals
Fall is a feeling. It's the warmth that fills your entire body after biting into a fresh pastry. It's the sounds of zippers closing on jackets and the wind whistling in the trees. It's the satisfaction of knowing you've made it to the end of another year. It's an enduring reminder to honor the little things that add value to your life.