“I want a houseplant to brighten up my sparsely furnished apartment; I haven’t bought one, because I am too lazy to maintain it,” Web intern Kathryn Shofer says. “This electronic smart pot leaves me with no more excuses — I just press a button, and my plant is watered.”
Available at clickandgrow.com, $60.
“Tossing empty soap bottles is so 2012,” Chicago editor Emily Fiffer says. “My new, eco-conscious self will stock up on dispensers and other storage paraphernalia from Japanese purveyor Muji.”
Available at muji.us, $6.
Editor-in-chief Ashley Parrish is aiming for efficiency this year. “My 40-minute walk to work will turn into a 20-minute ride on this city cruiser,” she says. “This counts as a workout, too, right?”
Available at brooklyncruiser.com, $579.
Production coordinator Jillian King has never been camping, but this is her year to sleep under the stars. “Instead of braving the wilderness and trying my (undoubtedly unsuccessful) hand at pitching a tent, I want to ease in with a tepee, open-air shower, and horseback wine tours.”
For more information, go to cherrywoodbbandb.com.
Editorial market director Danielle Bufalini couldn’t wait ’til the New Year to start her resolution. “Checking email became anxiety inducing; I was drowning in the 250-300 messages I receive daily. Sanebox changed my life. It learned my behavior and now filters nonessential messages into a folder for later viewing, leaving my inbox with the important ones.”
Available at sanebox.com, $2-$20 per month.
“I’d like to replace my current bad habits (too much beer) with new ones (too much bourbon),” copy editor DeAnna Janes says. “This stone dispenser with nifty pull tab keeps the liquor flowing. Plus, it’s like a hamster water bottle for boozers.”
Available at uncommongoods.com, $125.
Several months ago, copy chief Allison Hatfield bought an iPad. “Sadly, I haven’t used it,” she says. “But with Belkin’s stand and stylus, I will put it to work in the kitchen without worries of accidental spillage or icky fingers on the screen.”
Available at belkin.com, $40.
“The year I forgot my own mother’s birthday still haunts me,” managing editor Jay Blades says. “I plan on marking this wall calendar with my someones’ special days in hopes its jumbo size and playful typefaces remind me to send out cards and gifts on time.”
Available at notonthehighstreet.com, $22.
“Being barefoot is nice,” assistant Web editor Steven Casale says. “But walking around the apartment in a pair of Venetian velvet slippers seems regal and relaxing.”
Available at openingceremony.us, $135.
“We don’t have a dining room, but that shouldn’t stop me from throwing dinner parties,” contributing editor and hopeful hostess Kelly Aiglon says. “I resolve to entertain more and will use these trays so everyone can feast — even if it means sitting on the floor.”
Available at huset-shop.com, $44.
“I would chase anyone wearing these sweet, custom-colored Nikes for at least half a mile,” Everywhere editor, wayward high school runner, and triathlon hopeful Tiffany Davis says.
Available at nike.com, $130.
“My semipermanent neck/shoulder crick is rightful punishment for lugging around eight-pound purses,” senior editor and chiropractic nightmare Lauren Berger says. “This woven backpack distributes weight equally, so I can slowly improve my posture.”
Available at willleathergoods.com, $375.
“Everybody wins with a handy Learn to Knit Kit,” research assistant and coach potato Jill Rehrey says. “I can be productive during marathon-TV sessions and eventually master cozy winter accessories. Merino wool scarves for all.”
Available at purlsoho.com, $62.
Web editor Jennifer Jackson is determined to get back to Italy this year. “When in Rome … I want to talk like a local and hope the Learn Italian app will have me on my way,” she says. “Or, at the very least, I’ll be able to ask where the nearest gelato shop is.”
Available at itunes.apple.com, $10.
“If I said work out more, drink more water, or read more books, I would be lying,” senior Kids editor Lindsey Gladstone says. “In 2013, I would like to make rest and sleep — in these pajamas — a priority.”
Available at jcrew.com, $85.
“It’s high time to deblah my hair,” L.A. editor Evelyn Crowley says. “I’m saving my pennies, so I can spring for an appointment with alpha colorist Tracey Cunningham at her new salon, Méche.”
For more information, go to mechesalonla.com. Prices start at $175.
“Though all my fingers are accounted for, I had a mishap cutting veggies as a child and have been scarred — literally — ever since,” editor Stephanie Almazan says. “But now that I’m engaged to be married, I want to whip up a nice dinner for my guy. This kid-safe knife is just the thing to get me over my childhood fear.”
Available at williams-sonoma.com, $40.
“I’ve been dreaming about om-ing away for days by the sea,” Web editorial director Karen Clark says. “But I’ll settle for tuning out my commute with a daily meditation practice.”
Available at deepakchopra.com, $150.
“Why would anyone cook when people will do it for you?” assistant editor Emily Warman asks. “But this ten-piece set of pots and pans should motivate me to get into the kitchen, where I’ve never felt I belong.”
Available at surlatable.com, $180.
“There is nothing fashionable about my chronic tardiness,” editor Lauren Lumsden says. “Case in point: I was the last person to choose my New Year’s resolution for this assignment. I secretly doubt this clock will help, but it’s worth a shot. Next stop: hypnosis.”
Available at alessi-shop.com, $163.
“Now that I’m in my favorite city, it’s time to nest,” San Francisco editor Andrea Kasprzak says. “Yes, practical pieces are what I need, but it’s equally important to have items that exist just for the sake of being cool. In a dream world, I’d have this wall hanging woven with crystals and shark teeth from the beaches of Japan.”
Available at beautifuldreamers.com, $4,500.
“Good news: I’ve finally kicked my eyelash extension addiction,” New York editor Jordan Blumberg says. “Bad news: I’m back to wearing mascara and never take it off before bed. Perhaps a pack of luxe wipes from Amore Pacific will keep raccoon eyes at bay.”
Available at sephora.com, $40.
“I want to get back to basics and help fellow New Yorkers in need,” editorial intern Maria DiGioia says. “After attending a 45-minute orientation with New York Cares, I’ll be free to volunteer on various projects in and around the city.”
For more information, go to newyorkcares.org.
“My dresser/coffee table/desk is starting to look a bit crowded,” editorial intern Emily Hoban says. “The Hidden Laptop Desk could be the beginning of turning my apartment into an organized home.”
Available at sondotter.com, $1,600.
“With two kids, I rarely make it to the salon for professional pampering,” contributing editor Meryl Levin says. “A stylist friend recommended this deep conditioner that I can slap on quickly and easily during nap time.”
Available at woodleyandbunny.com, $30.
“I’ve been known to hum a few bars at karaoke here and there (to roaring applause),” research assistant Hanna Lee says. “In 2013, I want to match my vocals to the strumming of my own chords. Even if I don’t turn out to be a guitar-playing savant, I aim to master at least one song.”
Available at guitartricks.com, $15 a month.
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