Fresh Ideas for the New Year

The ultimate guide for celebrating Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas filled with innovative ideas for holiday decorating, party hosting, thoughtful gifting, and much more.

Easy, Elegant Holiday Decorations

Maximize the holiday cheer in your home with these decorating and entertaining ideas for the living and dining room. Find Christmas tree alternatives, easy wreath how-tos, new ideas for stockings, and holiday tabletop accents.

In close quarters, be wary of incorporating traditional reds and greens, which often result in sensory overload. Consider soft, silver-colored greenery in lieu of darker evergreens and accent with white, silver, or non-traditional hues.

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In close quarters, be wary of incorporating traditional reds and greens, which often result in sensory overload. Consider soft, silver-colored greenery in lieu of darker evergreens and accent with white, silver, or non-traditional hues.

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Even in a small space, the front door is the first place to start for holiday decorating. A simple wreath can do wonders for a wooden door, and this DIY eucalyptus wreath brings festive cheer and a sweet smell to a charming cottage.

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A single strand of unembellished garland is enough to make a festive statement without overwhelming a small space. Fresh eucalyptus is an ideal alternative to evergreens and is easily and inexpensively formed into a spectacular garland with rope and florist wire. Eucalyptus maintains its color when dried and provides a wonderful fragrance throughout the season.

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2 of 19 In close quarters, be wary of incorporating traditional reds and greens, which often result in sensory overload. Consider soft, silver-colored greenery in lieu of darker evergreens and accent with white, silver, or non-traditional hues.