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Skip the bouquet of carnations this year, and make your mom smile with a lasting gift for the home.
I'm one of those who believes you can never have too many holiday decorations. A tree dripping with ornaments? Love i...
Pine needles? Who needs 'em? Here are ten DIY wreaths that will really stand out.
After decking the halls and decorating the tree, there’s only one thing left to do—hang mistletoe. By doing so, you a...
From recreations of the White House to the Wonders of the World, today's gingerbread houses are both architecturally sound and finger-licking good.
Introduce decorative nutcrackers to your holidays this year for a whisper of whimsy and a touch of tradition.
These fancifully painted fellows herald the holiday season in grand style. Slideshow: Nutcrackers on ParadeBefore the...
Every year, I look forward to picking out the Christmas tree with my husband and daughters. He does the shaking and t...
From pine cone garlands to recycled coffee-cup ornaments, we've gathered 12 easy-to-do Christmas DIY projects to brighten your holidays.
With a profusion of photo card deals and services that address and do the mailing for you (YES!!!), sending holiday c...
Nothing beats a fresh-cut, pine-smelling Christmas tree that's been decorated with care. . . . Unless you're an aller...
Steer clear of bright combos of green, red, yellow and blue. Holiday lights are going neutral this year.
Add rustic charm to your holiday decor with this simple DIY pine cone garland.
Everything’s sparkly and bright at five of America’s historic landmarks—all open for touring this holiday season. 1....
As soon as December hits, I’m ready to break out the Christmas cheer. When it comes to decorating for the holiday, I’...
A traditional piece in Christmas decor, feather trees are tickling a new generation of holiday revelers.
A century-old tradition, these artificial Christmas trees continue to charm homeowners and DIY enthusiasts alike. Lik...
Choosing a live evergreen to serve as your Christmas tree brings a fresh scent and a bit of the outdoors into your ho...
Move over, pumpkin spice latte—it's peppermint mocha time. December is here, and even if you spent the last few month...
Did you know that each holiday season in the US, fires cause nearly a billion dollars in damage? Keep your family saf...
Did you know that each holiday season 2,600 people are injured in fires in the US? Listen to BOB VILA ON PICKING A CH...
This holiday season, don’t be the guy who sets his hair on fire stringing the lights. Listen to BOB VILA ON HOLIDAY L...
From an artisan-crafted leather iPhone cover to a hands-free flashlight, here are some great gift suggestions for the DIY dad.
Even if you're not selling your house, taking some of the tips professional home stagers give their clients can be es...
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.
Draw from autumn's bounty to dress your holiday table naturally.
From movie villains to Mickey Mouse, cannibal pumpkins to true works of art, we finally found the ultimate King of Carving—and a few honorable mentions to boot.
October is one of my favorite months. The air gets crisp and the leaves start to turn. My kids are getting excited to...
There's no doubt that we are pumpkin nation. In 2008 alone, the major pumpkin-producing states in the US churned out ...
Celebrate fall’s arrival at one of these fun, family-friendly events. 1. THE GREAT JACK O’ LANTERN BLAZEWhere: Croton...
Boost your fall decor with a creative DIY pumpkin—no knives or scoopers required.
It's happening again, people! The parade of pumpkin pies, pancakes, and spiced lattes has begun, proclaiming loudly t...
Mix and match these tools to turn your regular pumpkins into Halloween masterpieces.
It’s October. The air is getting crisp, the leaves are starting to turn. Football is in full swing. And all over Amer...
Whenever I hesitate before throwing out something useless, like an expired coupon or an old magazine, I think to myse...
I love the concept of "the family business. " It has that old-world feeling of apprenticeship, with one generation pi...
Shopping for a Father's Day gift? Here are ten products that we thought were truly dad-worthy.
While this is the weekend that generally kicks off the summer season with family get-togethers, cookouts, and three-d...
Preserve live Christmas trees from early December into the new year.
From the seventh floor window, a bird's eye view of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Transform a standard evergreen wreath into a dazzler bedecked with vintage ornaments.
Transform a regular evergreen wreath by decorating its boughs with children's building blocks.
Transform a basic evergreen wreath into a silver-and-gold pine cone beauty.
For less than the price of a romantic night on the town, you can make your home romance-ready year round.
If you are shopping for Mom, here are ten gifts certain to make this Mother's Day her best yet.
St. Patrick's Day is upon us and with it have come some very lucky deals. Whether you're going green, adding green to...
A few simple guidelines and precautions to bear in mind when hanging holiday lights.
Our personal picks of the best holiday gifts for DIY dads, moms and kids.
Finding a holiday purpose for used Starbucks cups, sip lids and sleeve holders.
Educational, craft-y, and just plain cute gift ideas for the DIY kid in your life.
Browse 15 fresh holiday gift ideas for the DIY dad, husband, boyfriend or just plain handyman.
A selection of gifts for the four-legged, feathered, or reptilian members of your family.
Hark! Here are 10 artificial Christmas trees that are surprisingly reminiscent to the real thing.
Brighten the season, and go easy on the planet, with these eight holiday DIY suggestions and solutions.
Making holiday ornaments is a festive DIY project within your reach, no matter your woodworking skills.
A historical timeline highlighting some fun and interesting Christmas tree facts.
For centuries, people have viewed Fridays and the number 13 as omens of bad luck. And when the two combine on the cal...
You don’t have to be from New York—or even have visited the city—to know that Thanksgiving and the Big Apple mean jus...
No amount of candy corn can make up for the moment you realize that your carefully carved pumpkin’s smile has turned ...
As you do your holiday shopping, remember these five rules for selecting the best gifts.
Read up on some great gift ideas for the DIYer in your life, no matter their taste.
Her top-secret operation is transforming their house one DIY project at a time.
