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10 Last-Minute Gifts Sure to Please on Mother's Day
Skip the bouquet of carnations this year, and make your mom smile with a lasting gift for the home.
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10 Alternative Wreaths to Make You Forget About Evergreens
Pine needles? Who needs 'em? Here are ten DIY wreaths that will really stand out.
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Hanging Mistletoe at Christmas
After decking the halls and decorating the tree, there’s only one thing left to do—hang mistletoe. By doing so, you a...
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10 Architectural & Appetizing Gingerbread Houses
From recreations of the White House to the Wonders of the World, today's gingerbread houses are both architecturally sound and finger-licking good.
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Nutcrackers on Parade
Introduce decorative nutcrackers to your holidays this year for a whisper of whimsy and a touch of tradition.
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A Brief History of Nutcrackers
These fancifully painted fellows herald the holiday season in grand style. Slideshow: Nutcrackers on ParadeBefore the...
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O, Christmas Tree—O, Variety
Every year, I look forward to picking out the Christmas tree with my husband and daughters. He does the shaking and t...
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12 Days of Christmas DIY
From pine cone garlands to recycled coffee-cup ornaments, we've gathered 12 easy-to-do Christmas DIY projects to brighten your holidays.
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Holiday Lights Go Neutral: 9 Options
Steer clear of bright combos of green, red, yellow and blue. Holiday lights are going neutral this year.
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How To: Make a Pine Cone Garland
Add rustic charm to your holiday decor with this simple DIY pine cone garland.
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Trending Now: Feather Trees
A traditional piece in Christmas decor, feather trees are tickling a new generation of holiday revelers.
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Feather Trees: Yesterday's Christmas Decor, Today
A century-old tradition, these artificial Christmas trees continue to charm homeowners and DIY enthusiasts alike. Lik...
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Tabletop Christmas Trees for the Holiday Season
Choosing a live evergreen to serve as your Christmas tree brings a fresh scent and a bit of the outdoors into your ho...
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Bob Vila's 2012 Holiday Gift Guide: For the DIY Dad
From an artisan-crafted leather iPhone cover to a hands-free flashlight, here are some great gift suggestions for the DIY dad.
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Bob Vila Radio: Holiday Room Staging
Even if you're not selling your house, taking some of the tips professional home stagers give their clients can be es...
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Bob Vila's 2012 Holiday Gift Guide: For the DIY Mom
Need a few ideas for the crafty lady in your life? Look no further—we've pulled together holiday gifts any DIY Mom would love.
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10 Ways to Set a "Natural" Thanksgiving Day Table
Draw from autumn's bounty to dress your holiday table naturally.
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13 Easy DIY No-Carve Pumpkins
Boost your fall decor with a creative DIY pumpkin—no knives or scoopers required.
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6 Pumpkin Carving Tools to Put the 'Jack' in Your Lantern
Mix and match these tools to turn your regular pumpkins into Halloween masterpieces.
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Bob Vila's Father's Day Gift Guide
Shopping for a Father's Day gift? Here are ten products that we thought were truly dad-worthy.
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Macy's Day Parade: A Bird's Eye View
From the seventh floor window, a bird's eye view of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
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How To: Make a Vintage Ornament Wreath
Transform a standard evergreen wreath into a dazzler bedecked with vintage ornaments.
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How to: Make a Children's Building Block Wreath
Transform a regular evergreen wreath by decorating its boughs with children's building blocks.
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How-To: Make a Pinecone Holiday Wreath
Transform a basic evergreen wreath into a silver-and-gold pine cone beauty.
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Christmas Trees—Real vs. Artificial?
The great debate continues.
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Bob Vila's Mother's Day Gift Guide
If you are shopping for Mom, here are ten gifts certain to make this Mother's Day her best yet.
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The Christmas Flower
A brief guide to selecting and caring for poinsettias, "the Christmas flower."
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A Starbucks Christmas Carol
Finding a holiday purpose for used Starbucks cups, sip lids and sleeve holders.
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Bob Vila's 2011 Holiday Gift Guide: For Kids
Educational, craft-y, and just plain cute gift ideas for the DIY kid in your life.
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Bob Vila's 2011 Holiday Gift Guide: For Men
Browse 15 fresh holiday gift ideas for the DIY dad, husband, boyfriend or just plain handyman.
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Bob Vila's 2011 Holiday Gift Guide: For Pets
A selection of gifts for the four-legged, feathered, or reptilian members of your family.
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Bob Vila's 2011 Holiday Gift Guide: For Women
15 great gift ideas for the DIY women in your life.
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Bob Vila's Top 10 Artificial Trees
Hark! Here are 10 artificial Christmas trees that are surprisingly reminiscent to the real thing.
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Have Yourself a Merry, "Green" Christmas
Brighten the season, and go easy on the planet, with these eight holiday DIY suggestions and solutions.
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Homemade Christmas Ornaments
Making holiday ornaments is a festive DIY project within your reach, no matter your woodworking skills.
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Real and Fake: A Christmas Tree Timeline
A historical timeline highlighting some fun and interesting Christmas tree facts.
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Holiday Lights 101
Your guide to selecting and storing outdoor display lights this holiday season.
 
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