Tailgating: How to Recreate the Experience at Home!

Bring the excitement of tailgating to you! When it was announced that MLS, NHL, and NBA would resume this summer, many exhaled a sigh of relief knowing that their favorite teams are back in action. Even though sports fans around America are ecstatic about the news, it’s bittersweet. There are many traditions that sports fans…

5 Tips For Better Sleep

Here at the Northwest, we are all about comfort. We make sure our products are made with the best materials and that our blankets are as soft and warm as possible. However, even with the best pillows, blankets, comforters, and mattresses, America has an ever-growing sleep epidemic: sleep deprivation. I know it may sound silly…

10 Black Icons in the LGBTQ+ Community

To celebrate PRIDE month, we want to highlight ten Black icons that are in the LGBTQ+ community that have significantly shaped our society.  Alvin Ailey Ailey is a dancer, director, choreographer, and activist. Ailey heavily influenced modern dance, which awarded him numerous prestigious awards. Ailey is best known for establishing the Alvin Ailey American Dance…

Back to School Dorm Décor Guide

Whether you are in boarding school or college, those dorm rooms with white cinderblock walls and bulky wooden furniture are super dull. The Northwest is here to share some tips and tricks to help you infuse your personal style and school spirit into your new living space! See how you can use pillows, blankets, accessories,…

Iconic Movie Scenes and Characters to Recreate with Your Dog

Are you bored? Do you have a dog? If you answered yes to those two questions, we have a fun way for you to relieve some stress: dress up your dog in costumes or objects from around your home. It will put an instant smile on your face, and you will wonder why you haven't…

Packing for a Day at the Beach

Picture this: a beautiful, hot summer day in mid-July and, bonus, it’s a Saturday! The only thing on your mind is catching some rays and heading to the beach, of course! Every time I pack for the beach, I think about how I wish I could just snap my fingers and appear there. There’s nothing…

8 Great Movies for Your Next Family Night In

Spending the weekend at home with your family? Check out some of our recommendations on the best movies to watch that will be sure to grab you and your family's attention! Harry Potter After eight movies, you are bound to have fallen in love with the Harry Potter movies-- leading to even more family movie…

5 Ways to Improve Your Work-From-Home Space

What do classrooms, offices, and libraries all have in common? They are all dedicated workspaces. They create an environment of focus. With work-from-home measures still in place for many, and a new normal for some, there is no better time like the present to spruce up that space. Here are five tips to make your…

July 4th: Social Distancing Style

Due to the Coronavirus, Independence Day looks a little different this year, so let’s dive into how we can celebrate while maintaining social distancing. How to set up your backyard for a social distancing barbecue 1. The Guest ListJuly 4th is a great opportunity to get together with friends and family. Due to the circumstances…