5 Ways to recreate our studio vibes at home
After 18 crazy months, we are finally re-opening our studio doors for in-person tutoring next week! We have spent the past year giving our studio a total glow-up and can’t wait for you to see it. It's totally undeniable that the tutoring space at TMG has always had a unique and special vibe. Making you feel right at home with plush sofas and colourful throw pillows, it's almost impossible not to feel super comfy at TMG. From the twinkly lights to the yummy aromatic teas and candles, the vibe at TMG helps students chill out during what can be stressful times. So, our question to you is this: don’t you want these super cool vibes to ALWAYS be surrounding you when doing your homework? If your answer to this question was “YES”, let us take you through the 5 steps needed to re-create TMG's sweet sweet vibes, anytime, anywhere.
1. Tea
Warming you up from the inside out, tea is a staple at TMG. You don’t need TMG’s crazy tea selection to steep your very own cuppa - although, hey, variety IS the spice of life. We recommend a good chai, a solid flavoured black tea (vanilla, caramel, chocolate...something decadent), a soothing herbal tea (think ginger or lemongrass), and a zen green tea blend. Ask anyone who's savoured our selection, and they'll tell you that the FOAM is what makes the tea. Trust us. Invest in a good frother or go cheap and grab a handheld one!
2. Candles
Helping to create a cozy atmosphere and making any room smell AMAZING, candles are a TMG signature. Watching a candle burn can be incredibly peaceful and help get you into that super-focused study zone. Our fave? Well, we’re kind of biased! We actually have our very own signature scented candle thanks to Muskoka Candle Company! Our candle smells like our studio, with hints of maple, vanilla shortbread, and a hint of chai tea! We prefer local brands, like Muskoka, that use soy-based wax and natural scents. There are so many yummy scents out there, so whatever your vibe is, nestle up with your textbook, light a candle, and get in the zone!
3. Fairy Lights
Who said that fairy lights HAD to be a seasonal thing? Totally disagree! Making every room both comfortable and bright, fairy lights at TMG are found all-year-round. Ambient lighting can set the mood while avoiding the eyesore that comes with awkward reading lamps and sharp yellow light. Sorry if we’re breaking any classic décor rules but for the purposes of getting in the mood to study in style, this tip RULES.
4. Comfy TMG Apparel
Making you feel like a good-luck charm is always by your side, why wouldn’t you want to rock TMG apparel? Comfy, cozy, chic – check, check and check. With items ranging from sweatpants to t-shirts, to necklaces and more, there’s a little TMG for everyone to wear. Oh, and bonus: you get to spread the math-love to anyone and everyone cool enough to notice that you're actually making math math trendy. Go you!
5. A Positive Attitude
Have you ever noticed that our tutors are ALWAYS looking on the bright side? Whether it’s encouraging you to try your best on a test or re-assuring you that success is just around the corner, we're always trying to lift your spirits and help you gain confidence. So whether you’re at home studying for your next evaluation, or freaking out in class in confusion, try to channel TMG's positive vibes – a little bit of sunshine goes a long way!