The Artwork Behind Our Newest Puzzles
In Conversation with Ilya Milstein
It's easy for our team to become so absorbed in something—a classic novel, a delicious meal, an exhilarating conversation—that we lose ourselves entirely. This idea was certainly the case upon discovering Ilya Milstein's art. The self-taught illustrator's work demands attention at the highest level—though perhaps demand is too harsh a word. Rather than obligated, we often feel inspired to unearth the motivations behind Milstein's penchant for detail: Why did he choose to use that palette? To place that line or add that shadow? To render that moment on the page?
In Conversation with Himadri Pachori
Finding joy in the little things is a habit our team cherishes deeply. It's also something we share in common with the artist Himadri Pachori.
In Conversation with Elana Gabrielle
In Conversation with Manuja Waldia
It's hard to look away from Manuja Waldia's art. Awash in eye-catching colors, her work captures both the vitality and gentleness of ordinary life. Take Troublemakers, which features a vibrant gathering of women over tea—or A Fruity Bunch, a communal scene that delights the senses. When asked about the latter's creation, Waldia explained that she "wanted to create a picture of abundance, a safe space of leisure, enterprise, self and selfless care for the marginalized."
Mother’s Day with Dawn and Micaela Hoo of My July
We know spring is in full swing when pink blossoms give way to verdant foliage. Gardens bloom up and down...
In Conversation: Frankie Penwill
Seasonal Splendor: Our Latest Puzzles
Nature’s gifts grow plentiful in the spring, and with its arrival, we’re invited to reconsider our favorite rituals. This idea is core to everything we do at Ordinary Habit. Our design-led products strengthen your relationship to play and connection all year round.
Sundays with Yelena Bryksenkova
As another new year unfolds, we're taking a page out of Amy Snook's book (or, in this case, journal!) and writing with intention. In this interview, she discusses the inception of Parea, the rewards of journaling, and her resolutions for 2023.
Jammy Cookies from the Ordinary Habit Team
This time of year, you can usually find mountains of cookies being made (or consumed!) in our kitchen. We discovered...
At Home with Carolyna De Laurentiis
Learn What Sets Ordinary Habit Apart From The Rest
Gift Guide: Presents for the Present Moment
Take a moment to pause. December is here again. The chill in the air brings everything to a halt. The...
A Thanksgiving Cocktail from our friends at Ransom Tavern
Take Note with Marleigh Culver
Marleigh Culver treats writing with reverence. While her journaling habit has fluctuated over time, it still inspires deep reflection. As she puts it: "A journal is a silent and receptive listener." With that said, seeing Culver's work on the page is an invitation to savor the present moment. Write between the lines, or sketch with abandon—Culver's art always creates space to slow down and take note.
Take Note with Rachel Schwartzmann
Rachel Schwartzmann likes to move slowly, but that wasn’t always the case. After experiencing career burnout, Schwartzmann recalibrated her relationship with pace and launched Slow Stories—a podcast that explores slowing down in our digital world.
Take Note with Jessica Manning
For this installment, of Sundays With we’re joined by Ana Jaren. Her images delight our senses, and make us smile upon first glance. We immediately got lost in all of the fun details when we first saw her work, and knew it would make a beautiful puzzle. Read on to see how Ana spends her Sundays.
For our next installment of our Sunday series, we’re joined by Carla Llanos, the artist behind our 500 piece puzzle, Hanging Out. We were drawn to this scene of friendship as soon as we saw it, with its calming colors and cozy vibes. Read on to see how she spends her Sundays resetting for the week.