HOLIDAYS

Browse By Tag

  • Decor (98)
  • Seasonal (47)
  • News (47)
  • Deals (43)
  • Gift Guides (42)
  • DIY (34)
  • Choose (25)
  • How To (13)
  • Tools (11)
  • Lighting (9)
  • Safety (8)
  • Cleaning (8)
  • Lawn (8)
  • Bob Vila Radio (7)
  • Kitchen (7)
Tag icon article
Should You Book An Airbnb Or A Hotel in 2023?
Everybody has their preferences when it comes to traveling. Some people prefer the luxury of a five-star hotel, while...
Tag icon article
33 Haunted Hotels and Airbnbs to Book for a Spooky Halloween
Who said you need a Ouija board to drop a line to the dearly departed? Apparitions both sympathetic and sinister are ...
Tag icon article
12 Mistakes You Should Never Make With the American Flag
While more than half of Americans own a U. S. flag, only about half of them fly it daily. The rest only display the f...
Tag icon article
Home Depot Is Selling the Giant Skeleton Again, Plus a 13-Foot Jack Skellington for Halloween
The Home Depot let the black cat out of the bag on Instagram: Its Halloween collection went on sale today, July 13, a...
Tag icon article
Christmas In July: Save Big with the Best Christmas Deals In the Final Hours of Prime Day
December 25 may still be 6 months away, but Christmas came early this year! Amazon discounted a bunch of our favorite...
Tag icon article
Lowe's Just Launched Larger-Than-Life Halloween Decorations
Believe it or not, Halloween is only 4 months away! And if you want to get a kickstart on your shopping for yard deco...
Tag icon article
Cool Ways Communities Celebrate LGBTQIA+ Pride Month
Whether you are a member of the LGBTQIA+ community or an ally, Pride Month is more than a party. It’s a way to uplift...
Tag icon article
15 Gifts You Should Never Give
The perfect gift should delight the recipient and, by extension, the giver. Shopping for presents is hard, and some o...
Tag icon article
Home Depot's 12-Foot Skeleton Is Back in Stock Today—But Not for Long
Did you know that we're halfway to Halloween? For anyone who hasn't started their countdown to the spooky holiday yet...
Tag icon article
The Ancient Origins of Groundhog Day
When it comes to the mash-up of mammals and meteorology, we’ve come a long way. Before Punxsutawney Phil was even a g...
Tag icon article
10 Ways to Keep Thieves From Stealing Your Holiday Yard Decorations
The holidays are about family, love, and warmth—or at least they should be. But every so often some coldhearted scroo...
Tag icon article
21 Sugarcoated Real Estate Listings for Real-Life Gingerbread House Builds
‘Tis the season for swapping spackle and nails for frosting and gumdrops! The Bob Vila cookie construction crew recen...
Tag icon article
Set Up Last-Minute Outdoor Christmas Lights in Seconds with Our Favorite Laser Projector
For some people and neighborhoods, decorating for Christmas has become something of a competitive sport or a yearly o...
Tag icon article
Don't Do This Chore on New Year's Day If You're Superstitious
Need a reason to be lazy on New Year’s Day—other than the time-honored excuse of a hangover, that is? We got you!Ever...
Tag icon article
The Best Last-Minute Gifts for Interior Design Lovers
Christmas and Hanukkah are almost upon us, which means we're in the final days of holiday shopping to find the right ...
Tag icon article
Bob Vila’s 10 “Must Do” Projects for January
January is the month to take stock, plan ahead, and start fresh: Our "Must Do" projects for this month include adopti...
Tag icon article
Win the Holiday Season by Hosting a Lively, Larcenous White Elephant Gift Party
Fess up: Are you guilty of regifting? People have been recycling unwanted gift items ever since the very invention of...
Tag icon article
The Surprising Garden Gift on Your Christmas Tree
When I was a nursery manager, I spent each year buying and selling plants, tools, patio furniture, and supplies, and ...
Tag icon article
11 Christmas Plants That Will Enliven Your Holiday Decor
Christmas is a time of traditions, nostalgia, gatherings of family and friends, decorating, gifts, and good times. Wi...
Tag icon article
25 Last-Minute Christmas Decor Deals to Shop at Home Depot
Christmas is just 12 days away! And if you have yet to assemble your tree, grab your boxes of decorations, and put up...
Tag icon article
Are You an Organized Consumer? What Your Holiday Shopping Says About You
The holiday season is in full swing, and if you're like many Americans, you've already started shopping. But what typ...
Tag icon article
8 Christmas Tree Care Myths Busted
Oh, Christmas TreeEveryone has advice about everything these days. And, now that Christmas is approaching, you’re cer...
Tag icon article
6 Holiday Movie Decoration Themes
Is Christmas decor becoming a chore? Bored with the same old, same old? Deck your halls differently this year by turn...
Tag icon article
How to Decorate for the Holidays When You Don't Celebrate the Holidays
Those who don’t celebrate Christmas needn’t feel left out when it comes to home decor—there are plenty of winter deco...
Tag icon article
11 Ways to Spruce Up Thrift Store Holiday Decor Finds
The holidays can be an expensive time of year, and this year many people are watching their dollars when it comes to ...
Tag icon article
9 Ways to Update Your Traditional Hanukkah Decorations
Refresh Your Decor for the Festival of LightsHanukkah is a time to celebrate with your loved ones, and bring the warm...
Tag icon article
Bob Vila's 10 "Must Do" Projects for December
December is all about friends, family, and food (there, we said it!), which is why this month's tasks focus on keepin...
Tag icon article
Last Call for $475 Christmas Trees—and 33 More Cyber Monday Deals on Holiday Decor
This year's Cyber Monday sales include a wide selection of Christmas decorations—from lifelike artificial trees and g...
Tag icon article
The 39 Best Amazon Black Friday Deals on Tools, Tech, and More
Even after Black Friday sales officially ended yesterday, Amazon continues to have millions of deals across the site ...
Tag icon article
Artificial Christmas Trees Are Up to $350 Off for Black Friday
Editor’s Note: We're now actively scouting Cyber Monday sales, so this post is no longer being updated. For the lates...
Tag icon article
The Turkey Shortage and Thanksgiving Meal Staples Low in Stock for 2022
The Cost of Your Thanksgiving Meal in 2022The rush is on. With Thanksgiving right around the corner, it’s time to fin...
Tag icon article
The Best Christmas Light Installation Services of 2023
Every year, some 60 percent of homeowners adorn their homes with Christmas lights. This process typically involves ha...
Tag icon article
25 Christmas Tree Alternatives to Try This Year
For many, getting ready for Christmas typically involves cutting down a fir or spruce tree or unpacking an artificial...
Tag icon article
Lowe's Black Friday Deals Include Up to 47% Off Fridges, Tools, and More
From home repair solutions and high-powered tools to big-ticket appliances and snow blowers, Lowe's is a great one-st...
Tag icon article
12 Trends for Christmas Decor in 2022
A new holiday season is upon us, so it’s time to dust off the decorations and usher in the Christmas spirit. As in ye...
Tag icon article
Solved! What Does a Candle in the Window Mean?
Q: Every winter I see a candle displayed in my neighbor’s window. It’s beautiful, but I’m not sure if there’s more to...
Tag icon article
12 Easy Party Themes for Your Holiday Gathering
Hosting a Holiday Fete‘Tis the season to gather with friends, and there's no better way to do that than by throwing a...
Tag icon article
This Annual Event Thanks U.S. Vets Through Renovations on Veterans Day
Those who have served our country understand commitment, sacrifice, and duty, and the nation shows its appreciation f...
Tag icon article
The Best Early Black Friday Deals of 2022 on TVs, Vacuums, and More
If you held off on big purchases for the largest sale holiday of the year, the wait is over. While your calendar migh...
Tag icon article
The 20 Best Airbnbs in California of 2023
Getting away from the doldrums of everyday life is something everyone needs, but sometimes the promise of a plain hot...
Tag icon article
The 15 Best Airbnbs in Florida of 2023
Everyone’s had those weeks—the kind where the end of the day comes, the couch beckons, and the thought, “I really, re...
Tag icon article
Trick-or-Treating at an Apartment Building
Trick or TreatHalloween is fast-approaching, and we all know what that means! Children will soon be donning their cos...
Tag icon article
How Much Does Christmas Light Installation Cost?
Typical Range: $218 to $663 National Average: $437There is nothing more magical than a home decked out in Christma...
Tag icon article
Bob Vila’s “Must Do” Projects for November
For many of us, November marks the beginning of a season filled with house guests, crazed holiday cooking, and cozy n...
Tag icon article
Here’s Why You Should Put a Blue Pumpkin on Your Porch This Halloween
Q: Last year, I noticed blue pumpkins in my neighborhood around Halloween. What does a blue pumpkin mean?A: Tradition...
Tag icon article
Tired of Killing Trees Every Christmas? Try a Living Christmas Tree
Every holiday season, the debate over cut or artificial Christmas trees resurfaces. Both options have their pros and ...
Tag icon article
13 Frighteningly Creative Ideas for DIY Halloween Yard Decorations
Spooky season is upon us, and with it comes the fun of decorating with creations that will get the neighborhood talki...
Tag icon article
Bob Vila's 10 "Must Do" Projects for October
Brrrr! Most of us are past the point at which we can spend all day puttering around outside, taking care of lawn and ...
Tag icon article
You Can Stay in the Hocus Pocus Cottage or Recreate It at Home With These 12 Decor Dupes
As soon as “Hocus Pocus 2” is available for streaming on Disney+, the competition to stay in the “Hocus Pocus” cottag...
Tag icon article
26 Types of Christmas Lights for All of Your Holiday Displays
As the winter holiday season approaches each year, homeowners once again begin planning their Christmas light display...
Tag icon article
Christmas vs. Thanksgiving vs. Easter Cactus: What’s the Difference Between These Holiday Houseplants?
Created in 1850 from a cross between Schlumbergera truncata and Schlumbergera russelliana, the true Christmas cactus ...
Tag icon article
The Best Pumpkin-Carving Tools of 2023
Autumn is defined by chunky knit sweaters, warm mugs of coffee, and, of course, carving a jack-o-lantern for Hallowee...
Tag icon article
8 Things You Can Start Doing Now So You're Not Stressed for the Winter Holidays
It’s that time of year—the holiday decor is starting to fill store shelves. Though it may seem way too soon, these fe...
Tag icon article
Halloween Decor Is Already on Sale—and These Are the Best Labor Day Deals
Believe it or not, Halloween is next month! If you didn't pick yours out at the end of last season, Labor Day is a gr...
Tag icon article
19 Amazing Airbnb Properties to Rent This Winter
Has your summer vacation come and gone? Or are you already dreaming of a white Christmas? If you’re planning to trave...
Tag icon article
3 Good Reasons Not to Light Fireworks on Your Property—But if You Do...
Fireworks are a staple of patriotic celebrations, but they pose a number of risks. The National Fire Protection Assoc...
Tag icon article
5 Ways Homeowners Can Support the LGBTQIA+ Community During Pride Month
During Pride month, we recognize the importance of the LGBTQIA+ community—and celebrate love and acceptance for all. ...
Tag icon article
12 Best Mother’s Day Flowers You Can Buy Online 2022
Mother’s Day is the perfect time to honor the significant maternal figures in your life. However, finding the best gi...
Tag icon article
The Best Presidents Day Sales and Deals of 2022
Retailers across the U. S. take part in Presidents Day celebrations by offering discounts on popular items such as ap...
Tag icon article
How to Properly Dispose of an American Flag
Q: I have an American flag hanging on a flag pole outdoors, but I’ve noticed that it is beginning to look faded and h...
Tag icon article
The Best Places to Buy Personalized Christmas Stockings of 2023
Hanging stockings by the chimney with care is a time-honored holiday tradition that is made even more special when th...
Tag icon article
Solved! What is the Meaning Behind the Christmas Pickle Ornament?
There are countless cultural practices associated with Christmas, but some are a little quirkier than others. Some fa...
Tag icon article
The Best Places to Buy Christmas Lights of 2023
Christmas lights bring instant holiday cheer, whether they’re adorning a Christmas tree, fireplace mantel, stair bani...
Tag icon article
The 11 Best Christmas Tree Delivery Services
For many households, decorating a fresh-cut Christmas tree is a timeless holiday tradition. But with gift shopping, C...
Tag icon article
The Best After Christmas Sales and Deals of 2021
Although shopping holidays like Black Friday and Cyber Monday sports some of the best deals on the latest gadgets and...
Tag icon article
10 Ways to Keep Your Pet Safe During the Holidays
Keep the Whole Family SafeThis is a pretty good time to be a pet—or a human who’s invested in the pet industry. These...
Tag icon article
The Best Christmas Sales and Deals of 2021: Save Big on Amazon, Wayfair, and More
Each year, Christmas sales begin creeping up sooner and sooner to entice shoppers to get an early start on their love...
Tag icon article
15 Trendy Gifts You Can Still Get Before Christmas
It’s official: That busy, stressful, yet cheerful and festive time of year is officially upon us. Whatever you’re cel...
Tag icon article
Furniture Is Up to 70 Percent Off for Cyber Monday—and These Are the 20 Best Deals
Cyber Monday is here, and prices are slashed across the board—including and especially furniture. Couches and ergonom...
Tag icon article
We Found the 15 Best Cyber Monday Deals on Tools From DeWalt, Milwaukee, and More
Cyber Monday delivers the best prices of the year, and tools are no exception.  Whether you’re shopping for the DIYer...
Tag icon article
Artificial Christmas Trees Are Up to $500 Off for Cyber Monday—and Will Sell Out
Are you one of the people who wait until after Thanksgiving to put up your tree? Consider your patience rewarded: Ama...
Tag icon article
We Found the 9 Best Cyber Monday Deals on Washers, Dryers, Dishwashers, and More Appliances
Appliances are a major investment for homeowners—but there’s no better time to save some cash on those big-ticket pur...
Tag icon article
You Can Still Get Over 50 Percent Off on Amazon—These Are the 20 Best Cyber Monday Deals Right Now
Black Friday may be behind us, but the sales are far from over. Cyber Monday deals are here, and there’s no better pl...
Tag icon article
Our Favorite Snowblower Is $90 Off for Cyber Monday—Get It Before First Snow
Cold weather means snow is on the horizon, so now is the perfect time to snag this Black Friday deal on a great snowb...
Tag icon article
Clean Up with the Best Washer and Dryer Black Friday 2021 Deals on Samsung, GE, and More
Prices listed here are accurate as of the last update on 11/28/2021. Editor’s Note: These deals are a year old and no...
Tag icon article
The Best Home Depot Black Friday Deals You Can Still Find on GE, DeWalt, and More
Prices listed here are accurate as of the last update on 11/28/21. The best Home Depot Black Friday deals are still g...
Tag icon article
The Best Black Friday Furniture Deals Are Up to 80 Percent Off
Prices listed here are accurate as of the last update on 11/27/2021. Editor’s Note: These deals are no longer being u...
Tag icon article
The Best Keurig Black Friday Deals of 2021
Prices listed here are accurate as of the last update on 11/27/2021. Extend the high energy you get from finding a go...
Tag icon article
The Best DeWalt Black Friday Deals 2021 from The Home Depot and More
Prices listed here are accurate as of the last update on 11/27/2021. Black Friday is the best time of year to get a g...
Tag icon article
The Best Dishwasher Black Friday 2021 Deals: Savings on Bosch, Samsung, KitchenAid, and More
Prices listed here are accurate as of the last update on 11/27/2021. If your dishwasher isn’t performing the way it u...
Tag icon article
The Best Tractor Supply Black Friday Deals of 2023
Prices listed here are accurate as of the last update on 11/27/2021. Black Friday is the biggest shopping event of th...
Tag icon article
The Best Black Friday Deals at Target on TVs, Appliances, and More
Prices listed here are accurate as of the last update on 11/26/2021. Target is one of the biggest retailers for home ...
Tag icon article
The Best Samsung Black Friday Deals of 2023: Crazy Low Prices on TVs, Dishwashers, Phones, and More
Prices listed here are accurate as of the last update on 11/24/2021. As a trusted name brand for home appliances and ...
Tag icon article
The Best Black Friday Appliance Deals of 2023: Steals and Deals at GE, Samsung, Whirlpool, and More
Prices listed here are accurate as of the last update on 11/24/2021. Editor’s Note: These deals are no longer being u...
Tag icon article
The Best Walmart Black Friday 2021 Deals on TVs, Tablets, and More
Prices listed here are accurate as of the last update on 11/24/2021. Black Friday 2021 is unlike any other. Freed fro...
Tag icon article
The Best Black Friday TV Deals of 2023: No Better Time to Buy TVs From LG, Samsung, Sony, and More
Prices listed here are accurate as of the last update on 11/24/2021. Black Friday 2021 deals are here, and they're so...
Tag icon slideshow
These 9 Handy Helpers Make the Best Stocking Stuffers
Looking for a gift they'll enjoy for years to come? Check out our gift guide to find the perfect multi-purpose accessory for that special someone. <i>This ...
Tag icon article
The Best Dyson Black Friday Deals of 2023: Unbeatable Discounts on Vacuums, Humidifiers, Hair Dryers, and More
Prices listed here are accurate as of the last update on 11/24/2021. Black Friday marks the start of the holiday shop...
Tag icon article
Amazon Black Friday Prices Continue to Drop—We Found the 36 Best Deals So Far
Amazon always has low prices, but these Black Friday deals take those prices to new lows. We’ve scoured the site to f...
Tag icon article
Macy's Slashes Prices By Up to 75 Percent for Black Friday—And We Found the 20 Best Deals
The Thanksgiving day parade isn’t the only thing Macy’s stuns us with this time of year—it’s also delivering major Bl...
Tag icon article
Black Friday TV Deals 2021: The 8 Best Deals You Can—and Should—Get Right Now
TVs are a Black Friday top seller year after year, and you’re in luck because we’ve rounded up the best Black Friday ...
Tag icon article
The 2021 Apple iPad Pro Drops to Its Lowest Price Ever for Black Friday
Black Friday is nearly upon us, but we’re already seeing Black Friday–worthy prices we’ve never seen before. One of t...
Tag icon article
Save Over 50 Percent on the Hottest Tech for Black Friday—And We Found the Best Deals on Amazon, Best Buy, and More
Tech gadgets are always some of the top-selling items on Black Friday, and there are so many great deals to take adva...
Tag icon article
Amazon Slashes Up to 70 Percent off Alexa Devices For Black Friday—We Found the 25 Best Deals
Black Friday sales are here, and Amazon is spoiling shoppers with up to 70 percent off Amazon and Alexa-enabled devic...
Tag icon article
Amazon Takes 44 Percent Off the Kindle for Black Friday—Now Under $50
If you’re shopping for a bookworm this holiday season, don’t pass up this $40 discount on a Kindle e-reader—it’s the ...
Tag icon article
Amazon’s Black Friday Sale Has Half-Off Artificial Christmas Trees
Artificial Christmas trees are already selling out at many retailers, but you can score a great deal on this stunning...
Tag icon article
The eufy Vacuum With Over 7,000 5-Star Ratings on Amazon Is 36 Percent Off for Black Friday
The Black Friday deals keep on rolling in, and now you can get an awesome price on this innovative eufy by Anker robo...
Tag icon article
The Apple AirPods Max Drops To Its Near Lowest Price Ever at $440 on Amazon for Black Friday
Apple makes some of the most coveted holiday products, and the AirPods Max are no exception—and now you can snag a pa...
Tag icon article
The Best Way to Hang Christmas Lights on the Tree, Explained
Christmas lights dress up a holiday tree, making it twinkle and glow. It takes some finesse and know-how to get these...
Tag icon article
7 Ways to Keep Christmas Tree Needles from Taking Over Your Home
A real fir or balsam Christmas tree infuses the home with an incredible aroma during the holiday season, but these be...
Tag icon article
Everything but the Tree: Our 12 Favorite Wreaths, Garlands, and Other Christmas Greenery
Whether it’s real or artificial, a Christmas tree injects instant holiday cheer into your home, but using greenery to...
Tag icon article
Nostalgic for Grandma's Vintage Ceramic Christmas Tree? 10 Versions You Can Still Buy
Christmas is such an exciting time of the year. You have the opportunity to create new memories with your family and ...
Tag icon article
25 Stocking Stuffer Ideas for the DIYers on Your Holiday List 
Unlike gift-buying for many hobbyists, shopping for stocking stuffers for a DIYer can be a lot of fun. There are so m...
Tag icon article
Solved! What Does a Green Porch Light Mean?
Q: My neighbors’ front porch light is green, rather than white or yellow. I know that a blue porch light signifies su...
Tag icon article
The 21 Best Stocking Stuffers for Outdoor Enthusiasts
If you’re shopping for stocking stuffers for the hikers, fishermen, and backpackers in your life, you probably alread...
Tag icon article
Expecting Overnight Guests? Here's Where to Put Them
The last thing any thoughtful host wants is for their guests to be uncomfortable or feel unwanted and in the way—and ...
Tag icon article
17 Products That Will Make Thanksgiving Dinner Cleanup Easier Than Ever
Whether you’re serving up a traditional turkey-and-all-the-trimmings meal that resembles Norman Rockwell meets Instag...
Tag icon article
Black Friday is Already Here—Start Shopping Now Before It’s Too Late
Shipping delays and supply chain problems have changed the face of America’s No. 1 shopping day: Black Friday. Retail...
Tag icon article
Don't Throw Your Old Christmas Lights in the Trash—Do This Instead
If you’ve been throwing your dead Christmas lights in the trash, we get it. After spending what seems like all 25 day...
Tag icon article
Best Buy Black Friday Deals Roll Out Early: Shop Top Tech Deals on HP Laptops, LG TVs, and More
Best Buy is starting Black Friday early this year, kicking off its Black Friday sale today with a 4-day event. Right ...
Tag icon article
Walmart Announces 2021 Black Friday Deals: 3 Huge Sales, Walmart+ Members Early Access, and More
Prices are current as of the last update at 5 pm on 10/18/21.  Start making your holiday gift lists now: Walmart has ...
Tag icon article
The Home Depot’s 12-Foot Skeleton Has Sold Out—But We Found Some Equally Large Options Still in Stock for Halloween 2021
The Home Depot’s massive 12-foot skeleton Halloween decoration made quite the sensation last year—so much so that the...
Tag icon article
The Best Christmas Wreaths of 2023
The holidays don’t truly start until the halls have been decked—and that includes a wreath hanging on the front door....
Tag icon article
The Best Christmas Ornaments of 2023
In many households, decorating the Christmas tree is the tradition that marks the beginning of the holiday season. A ...
Tag icon article
The Best Solar Christmas Lights of 2023
Outdoor Christmas lights add a festive glimmer to the front yard or garden, and with a solar-powered setup, shoppers ...
Tag icon article
The Best Places to Buy Christmas Trees in 2023
For those who celebrate the Christmas holiday, a dazzling tree—one decked out in sparkling ornaments, garlands, and l...
Tag icon article
The Best Veterans Day Deals and Sales of 2021
Veterans Day is Thursday, November 11, 2021, and Veterans Day deals abound for people who have served in the military...
Tag icon article
The Best Christmas Inflatables of 2023
Holiday inflatables have become increasingly popular in recent years because of their affordable cost and high impact...
Tag icon article
The Best Christmas Tree Bags of 2023
Another holiday season is gone, and you’re lugging the artificial Christmas tree back up to the attic. Again, you won...
Tag icon article
The 15 Best Artificial Christmas Trees Tested in 2023
With so many artificial Christmas trees on the market, choosing one can be an overwhelming task—so we put them to the...
Tag icon article
The Best Indoor Christmas Lights of 2023
What would the holidays be without Christmas lights? These twinkling decorations can illuminate even the darkest of w...
Tag icon article
The Best Christmas Light Projectors Tested in 2023
It doesn’t quite feel like Christmas until the lights twinkle on every house. However, the hours it takes to string t...
Tag icon article
The Best Christmas Stockings of 2023
Is there anything more magical than the feeling of waking up on Christmas morning? A house filled with loved ones, th...
Tag icon article
The Best Christmas Decorations of 2023
Few things get your home in the Christmas spirit faster than holiday decor. Sparkling garlands, glowy string lights, ...
Tag icon article
The Best Halloween Decorations of 2023
Halloween provides an opportunity to go all out with decorating, whether your aesthetic is slasher film, gothic horro...
Tag icon article
The Best Rotating Christmas Tree Stands of 2023
Many holiday decorators try to expand the “wow” factor of their festive displays from one year to the next. For enthu...
Tag icon article
The Best Christmas Candles of 2023
The tree is up, the garlands strung, and Christmas carols are playing—all that’s left to add is a festive holiday sce...
Tag icon article
The Best Christmas Garlands of 2023
A pretty Christmas garland can add a whimsical touch to your holiday decor. Whether wrapped around the Christmas tree...
Tag icon article
20 Cheap Halloween Decorations for $10 or Less
Spook-tacular SavingsSeize the spirit this Halloween season and deck your house with ghosts, goblins, ghouls, and mor...
Tag icon article
The 35 Best Gifts for New Homeowners
Purchasing a home can be a lengthy, complicated process, especially for first-time home buyers. It’s an occasion that...
Tag icon article
The Best Outdoor Christmas Lights of 2023
What would the holidays be without outdoor Christmas lights to illuminate the winter darkness? Whether they’re tiny t...
Tag icon slideshow
9 Ways to Decorate with Pumpkins, Indoors and Out
When you see a grinning, gap-toothed pumpkin face, do you think, “Been there, done that”? If it feels like the jack-o’-lantern look is all played out, you’ll appr...
Tag icon article
How to Replace (Almost) All of the Paper Products in Your Home
Each year, the average American uses seven trees’ worth of paper in products. This means that in the United States al...
Tag icon article
The 50 Best Tech Gifts for Any Budget
The good news about buying the best tech gifts is that options are endless—there's a wide range of products are avail...
Tag icon article
The 28 Best Gifts for Plant Lovers All Dedicated Plant Parents Will Love
Plants are nature’s great gift to us. We enjoy the lush greenery (when it’s taken care of), vibrant colors, and fresh...
Tag icon article
Solved! How to Keep Squirrels Away From Pumpkins
Q: We like to decorate our front porch and walkway with carved jack-o’-lanterns, but the last two years, squirrels in...
Tag icon slideshow
See How The Home Depot Topped Last Year’s 12-Foot Skeleton Halloween Decoration
Get ready for spooky season with The Home Depot’s newest additions to their Halloween decoration lineup.
Tag icon article
The Best Labor Day Sales and Deals of 2023: End-of-Summer Discounts on Dyson, Samsung, Roomba, and More
We may be quickly approaching the end of summer, but the best deals are just heating up. Labor Day sales are here, an...
Tag icon article
The 20 Best Photo Gifts for Keeping Memories Alive
Birthdays, graduations, weddings, anniversaries, and new babies—all are reasons to celebrate with a thoughtful gift. ...
Tag icon article
The Latest Amazon Prime Day TV Sales 2021: Steals and Deals on Top-Rated TVs From Samsung, Hisense, LG, and More
This article was last updated at 12:27 PM EST. No need to wait for Black Friday to get the best deals on tech: Prime ...
Tag icon article
The Latest Amazon Prime Day Smart Home Deals: Deep Discounts on Google, Amazon, iRobot, and More
This article was last updated at 12:05 PM EST.  Prime Day is here, and the deals are bigger and better than ever. If ...
Tag icon article
The Latest Prime Day Roomba Deals 2021: Top-Rated Robot Vacuums from iRobot, eufy, GOOVI, and More
This post was last updated at 11:51 AM EST. Christmas is here—retail Christmas, that is! Amazon is holding its annual...
Tag icon article
The Latest Prime Day Furniture Deals 2021: Massive Discounts on Zinus, Tangkula, Nathan James, and More
This post was last updated at 11:42 AM EST.  One of the biggest online sale events of the summer is here: Amazon Prim...
Tag icon article
The Latest Walmart Amazon Prime Day Deals: Deep Discounts at Walmart on ROKU, Microsoft, Instant Pot, and More During Prime Day 2021
This post was last updated at 12:20 PM EST.  Major retailers know Amazon’s Prime Day draws scores of shoppers to sear...
Tag icon article
The Latest Best Buy Prime Day Deals 2021: Snag Samsung Appliances, Dell Computers, Apple Products and More At Great Prices
This post was last updated at 11:33 AM EST.  Step aside, Prime Day: While Amazon is known for its summer savings even...
Tag icon article
Target Prime Day 2021: Target Deal Days Discounts on Ninja, Bose, Samsung, Garmin, and More
This post was last updated at 11:05 AM EST. Move over, Prime Day: Amazon isn’t the only place to get the best deals o...
Tag icon article
The Latest Prime Day Lawn and Garden Deals of 2023: Top Deals On WORX, Greenworks, Black & Decker, and More
This article was last updated at 10:11 AM EST. The summer sale season is in full swing, including the biggest online ...
Tag icon article
The Best Amazon Prime Deals: Latest Prime Day 2021 Deals on Dyson, Samsung, Roomba, Ring, and More
This article was last updated at 10:00 AM EST. The shopping event of the summer is here: Amazon Prime Day. Amazon’s 2...
Tag icon article
The Best 4th of July Sales and Deals 2022: Home Depot, Lowe's, Wayfair, and More
The 4th of July 2022 is coming up on Monday—which means it’s time for barbecues, parades, and big sales. The best 4th...
Tag icon article
The 15 Best Gifts for Hikers Who Live for the Great Outdoors
The best part of enjoying the outdoors is that it’s always there, and you don’t need fancy or expensive equipment to ...
Tag icon article
The 15 Best Gifts for Campers Who Love the Outdoors in Any Season
Time spent outside is essential for overall health, and campers know firsthand the benefits of quality time in nature...
Tag icon article
Target Prime Day: The Best Deals at Target to Rival Amazon Prime Day 2021
Target's Deal Days are here! Save big on name-brand items during Target's rival Prime Day event. Check out the latest...
Tag icon article
Walmart Amazon Prime Day Deals 2021: Walmart's Rival Prime Day Deals Bonanza
Want the latest deals? We've compiled a list of the best—and the latest— of Walmart's Prime Day deals we love. There ...
Tag icon slideshow
This is What Your Mom Would Buy Herself for Mother's Day
Skip the flowers, perfume, pajamas, and robes, people! Mom doesn’t want them any more than you do.
Tag icon article
How To: Water a Christmas Tree
For many, nothing quite says “Christmas” like a real tree. With it comes the tradition of picking one out with loved ...
Tag icon article
11 Elaborate Christmas Beards You Have to See to Believe
The Season is Upon UsChristmas parties, virtual get-togethers, and family photos are filled with revellers in festive...
Tag icon slideshow
Pests That Might Be Lurking in Your Christmas Tree—and How to Get Rid of Them
You may not be the only one admiring your beautiful tree. Unwanted visitors may have scoped it out and settled in, and it’s time to tell them to bug off!
Tag icon slideshow
The Best Drive-Through Christmas Light Displays in America
End the year on the right note. Safely visit one of these dazzling festivals from the comfort of your car.
Tag icon article
The Best Christmas Tree Toppers of 2023
For many families, the Christmas tree is the centerpiece of their holiday decorations. Some people go with a theme li...
Tag icon article
‘Tis the Season for House Fires—Don’t Be a Statistic
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. However, it can also be a potentially dangerous season. According to the Na...
Tag icon slideshow
15 Artificial Christmas Trees That Look Like the Real Deal
If you're in the market for an indoor evergreen this holiday season, take a look at these 15 strong contenders for the best artificial Christmas tree around. They...
Tag icon article
This Brilliant Flocking Hack Will Instantly Update Your Old Holiday Decor
After you’ve hung the Christmas lights, decorated the tree, and curated your holiday playlist, it’s time to sit back,...
Tag icon article
The Dos and Don’ts of Holiday Decorating When Your Home Is On the Market
‘Tis the season to be festive and jolly, but if your home is on the market, it’s also the season to sell. Selling a h...
Tag icon article
Move Over Poinsettias—Succulent Christmas Trees Are the New Go-To Holiday Houseplants
The holidays bring some cheer we could all use in 2020, and finding quirky new additions to decorating traditions is ...
Tag icon slideshow
10 Easy Ways to Add Christmas Curb Appeal
Liven up the front door and share your holiday spirit with the whole neighborhood this year!
Tag icon slideshow
10 Surprising Places to Hide Holiday Gifts at Home
Even the snoopiest of housemates will never discover these ingenious hiding spots.
Tag icon slideshow
10 Understated Holiday Decor Ideas for the Minimalist Decorator
Not a fan of the classic colors and themes of the holidays? Here’s a collection of distinctive decorations that strike a scaled-down yet undeniably festive tone.
Tag icon slideshow
10 Things You Should Know Before You Cut Down Your Own Christmas Tree
Whether this is your first time cutting down your own tree or it's an annual tradition, keep these 10 important tips in mind before you head out to the Christmas ...
Tag icon article
Solved! How Long Does a Christmas Tree Last?
Q: Our family wants to replace our artificial Christmas tree with a real one this year, and the kids want to go tree ...
Tag icon article
Macy’s Just Launched an Exclusive Line of Saveur Selects Enameled Cast Iron Cookware in a Super Soothing Hue
‘Tis the season for hunkering down at home and whipping up comforting creations in the kitchen. If you’ve been on the...
Tag icon slideshow
25 Things You Never Knew About the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Learn about the magic (and lots of hard work) that goes into putting on this holiday tradition.
Tag icon slideshow
15 Gift Ideas Every Homebody Will Love
Home is where the heart is—and where a gorgeous new grill, shiny new Instant Pot, cozy clothes, high-tech coffee maker, and more may soon await.
Tag icon slideshow
15 Super Cool Holiday Gifts to Get Before They’re Gone
Get them while the getting is good: These trendy Christmas gifts and gadgets are on many a wish list, but if you wait too long to buy them they may sell out.
Tag icon slideshow
Skip the Line: 15 Amazon Buys for Everyone on Your Gift List
We've all been there. You've got a long list of friends and family on your gift list, all with various passions, tastes, and holiday wishes. How to shop for every...
Tag icon slideshow
15 Ways We All Waste Money Over the Holidays
The holiday season is already hard enough on your bank account, but it can be especially costly when you make any of these 15 holiday spending mistakes.
Tag icon slideshow
Set the Thanksgiving Table with 20 Budget Buys
Create a beautiful and intimate Thanksgiving gathering with these table decor ideas.
Tag icon slideshow
16 Gifts That Look Way More Expensive Than They Really Are
Cool, quality gifts don't have to cost an arm and a leg. There's something on this list for techies, cooks, and everyone else you're buying for!
Tag icon slideshow
Here's How Much of Each Popular Thanksgiving Food Gets Consumed Each Year
If you think you overdo it at the holidays, just take a look at these numbers for how much the rest of America eats at Thanksgiving.
Tag icon slideshow
23 Practical Products That Make Great Gifts
This holiday season, make life a little easier for the ones you love by giving them practical items that will get plenty of use all year round.
Tag icon slideshow
50 Under $50 Holiday Gift Ideas for Homeowners
The holidays are here—almost! For many folks, this time of year requires making a little extra room in the shopping budget for gift buying. Whether you confine yo...
Tag icon article
Black Christmas Trees Are Trending—So You Can Start Decorating Before Halloween Now
The holiday season is the most wonderful time of the year for many reasons. For those who love to decorate, it's an o...
Tag icon article
How To: Preserve a Carved Pumpkin
No amount of candy corn can make up for the moment you realize that your carefully carved pumpkin’s smile has turned ...
Tag icon slideshow
35 Easy Painted Pumpkins to Perk Up Your Halloween
Feeling festive but don't want to deal with the mess of carving pumpkins? Then these painted pumpkins, from striped to marbled, will help you get in the Halloween...
Tag icon slideshow
20 Ways to Decorate for Halloween on a $10 Budget
Get your house Halloween ready with these affordable—and sometimes frightfully spooky—decorations.
Tag icon article
The Best Family Board Games for Entertainment at Home
When you’re spending more time at home, you might be interested in playing a board game to keep your family entertain...
Tag icon slideshow
35 Ways to Decorate for Fall When You’re Sick of Pumpkins
Beautify your autumn home, with nary an orange gourd in sight.
Tag icon article
The Best Gift Baskets of 2023
Choosing gifts for the people in your life can be difficult, but a gift basket tends to be a perennial crowd-pleaser ...
Tag icon slideshow
12 Things You Never Knew About Memorial Day
Celebrate the unofficial start of summer with a dozen fascinating facts about Memorial Day, which has evolved over the centuries, thanks to freed slaves, Southern...
Tag icon slideshow
The Best Storage Solutions for All Your Holiday Gear
When it's time to take down the tinsel, lights, ornaments, and garlands, these DIY storage ideas will keep the holidays from taking over your home for the rest of...
Tag icon article
The Best Christmas Lights of 2023
Decorating with colorful lights is a fun, festive aspect of the holiday season, both indoors and outside the home. Fo...
Tag icon slideshow
The Most Common Holiday Accidents—And How to Avoid Them
It’s the most wonderful time of the year—that is, until someone gets hurt. Avoid these common holiday accidents to keep your spirits bright (and safe).
Tag icon slideshow
20 Ways to Make Less Trash During the Holidays
This holiday season, give the environment—and your wallet—the gift of less waste by adopting the following back-to-basics strategies.
Tag icon slideshow
15 U.S. Towns with Wacky New Year's Traditions
Tired of the typical fireworks and champagne toasts at midnight? These American towns have their own unique way to celebrate the New Year.
Tag icon slideshow
50 Insanely Easy-to-Make Holiday Ornaments
With some common tools, scrap supplies, and a little know-how, you can transform just about anything into a decorative accent for your holiday tree. Here's proof!
Tag icon slideshow
11 Holiday Mistakes That Bring Burglars to Your Door
Whether you're home for the holidays or not, this festive season is a popular time for break-ins. Find out what mistakes you might be making that leaves your hous...
Tag icon slideshow
The Best Gifts for Gardeners and Green Thumbs
Give the special gardener in your life a little love this holiday season with one (or more!) of these unique gifts that they can use to flex their green thumb.
Tag icon slideshow
How to Make Your Christmas Tree Last All Season
You found the perfect Christmas tree, now you just need to make sure it survives until December 25. Luckily, with these helpful tips keeping your fir fresh isn't ...
Tag icon slideshow
Countdown to Christmas: 30 Projects to Do Now to Get Your Home Ready for the Holidays
Taking care of these around-the-house tasks now will have you ready for guests, merriment, and even a little relaxation by the time the holidays arrive.
Tag icon slideshow
25 Handy Stocking Stuffers Under $25
Buying stocking stuffers is perhaps the most challenging part of any holiday shoppers' job. Do you opt for cute or practical, funny or useful. Whichever approach ...
Tag icon slideshow
30 Vintage Christmas Ideas Worth Bringing Back
Done with Christmas commercialism? Revisiting Yuletide ideas from days gone by may lead to new family traditions, and your jolliest holiday season yet.
Tag icon slideshow
40 DIY Advent Calendars to Help You Count Down to Christmas
Build up excitement as you count down to Christmas with an Advent calendar that offers a fun surprise on each of the 24 days leading up to the big event. One of t...
Tag icon slideshow
20 Surprising Stories Behind Popular Christmas Decorations
Learn the lore about your favorite festive flair.
Tag icon slideshow
35 Fresh and Festive Ways to Dress Up Your Thanksgiving Table
Draw from autumn's bounty to dress your holiday table naturally. We've rounded up some of the best Thanksgiving table ideas to provide inspiration for this year's...
Tag icon slideshow
15 Ways to Decorate the Staircase This Holiday Season
When decking the halls for the holidays, check out these fun, easy ideas for styling your staircase.
Tag icon slideshow
13 Tips for Fitting Everyone Around the Thanksgiving Table
Get more out of your dining space and maximize your family’s enjoyment at the next big gathering or Thanksgiving meal with a few easy strategies.
Tag icon slideshow
The 22 Coolest Pumpkin Displays Across the Country
Fall is in the air: clear days, crisp nights, and… pumpkins everywhere. If you're in the mood for a stunning pumpkin display, look no further than these festivals.
Tag icon slideshow
15 Imaginative Garlands to Add Charm and Whimsy to Your Holiday Home
Why settle for just beads when you can dress your tree with stringed-decorations made from felt, corks, bells and more. Check out these imaginative Christmas gar...
Tag icon slideshow
8 Things You Never Even Knew About Christmas Trees
Once December rolls around, Christmas trees pop up in living rooms and public spaces nationwide. Though their twinkling lights, dazzling ornaments, and elegant ga...
Tag icon slideshow
20 Easy Ways to Be the Best Holiday Host
From fuss-free party invitations to insanely easy-to-assemble guest goodies, these holiday hosting ideas are sure to earn you the title of "host with the most." T...
Tag icon slideshow
22 Unique Ways to Display Holiday Cards
By the time Christmas Eve rolls around, many mantels will be groaning under a flood of holiday greeting cards. Lighten the load by displaying cards in cheerful DI...
Tag icon slideshow
Here’s How Designers Decorate for the Holidays
Searching for inspiration for your holiday decor? Look no further! We’ve gathered the boldest, brightest ideas for 2018 from top designers around the country. The...
Tag icon slideshow
The Weirdest Things Anyone Has Ever Used to Make an Awesome DIY Christmas Wreath
Christmas wreaths have traditionally taken the form of rings of evergreen boughs, but in a daring break with the past, today's DIYers create colorful decorations ...
Tag icon slideshow
Bob Vila's Guide to "$30 and Under" Stocking Stuffers
You don’t have to empty your wallet to fill the holiday stockings with fun and functional gifts.
Tag icon article
The 7 Best Types of Christmas Trees for Your Home
When shopping for a Christmas tree at a local lot or tree farm, you’ll likely encounter different types of Christmas ...
Tag icon slideshow
8 All-Too-Common Christmas Gifts No One Actually Wants
While it may be true that "it's the thought that counts," it's also true that far too often the recipient's thought upon opening a gift is "Ugh." Some holiday gif...
Tag icon slideshow
13 New Gadgets Everyone Wants for Christmas
Whether you're shopping for a techie or a kid, an adventurer or a gamer, it can be a challenge to keep up with what's hot. That's why we've developed a cheat shee...
Tag icon slideshow
9 Easy DIY No-Carve Pumpkins
Boost your fall decor with a creative DIY pumpkin—no knives or scoopers required.
Tag icon slideshow
10 DIYs for a Frightfully Fun Halloween
These ghoulishly inventive DIY Halloween decorations prove that you don't have to break the bank to scare the pants off of treat-seeking visitors.
Tag icon slideshow
10 Last-Minute Tricks for a Stress-Free Christmas
It's only one day of the year, but Christmas can take days or weeks of planning, especially if you are the host. This gathering of family and friends is supposed ...
Tag icon article
This DIY Christmas Tree Stand Makes Your Fake Fir Look Real (and Taller!)
You've adorned every limb with baubles, tinsel, and ribbon, but what's a fully decorated tree if its base remains bar...
Tag icon slideshow
A Dozen Clever Hacks for Your DIY Holiday Home
You don't have to shop 'til you drop to make things merry and bright this season. We've scoured the Web for 18 resourceful hacks to make your home—and your holida...
Tag icon article
How To: Hang Christmas Lights Outside
'Tis the season for all things twinkling and bright. In countless communities nationwide, hanging outdoor Christmas l...
Tag icon slideshow
12 Christmas Tree Decorating Fails
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and one of the best things about it is trimming the Christmas tree with glistening string lights, garlands, and ornament...
Tag icon slideshow
The Cheapest Gifts from the Fanciest Home Brands
Unless you recently won the lottery, chances are you like to budget for holiday shopping. But smart spending doesn’t mean you can’t buy gifts from some of the nic...
Tag icon slideshow
Your Guide to Picking the Perfect X-Mas Tree
There's more to choosing the perfect tree than just looking at it from every angle. Follow these tips, and you'll be enjoying your tannenbaum through the New Year.
Tag icon slideshow
10 Gifts You Should Never Give
The stress of gift shopping can really dampen the holiday spirit. Coming up with the perfect present for everyone creates a lot of pressure, and a misstep could o...
Tag icon slideshow
10 Ways to Decorate Your Xmas Tree for Under $10
Christmas comes but once a year—and it's almost here! Now is the time to dust off last year's holiday decorations and begin gathering new supplies to make this ye...
Tag icon article
These 8 Hot Gadgets Are the Holiday Gifts That Just Keep On Giving 
It’s no surprise that everyone’s holiday wish list includes the latest tech, from big-ticket items to stocking stuffe...
Tag icon article
How To: Make Concrete Pumpkins
This content has been brought to you by Quikrete. Its facts and opinions are those of BobVila. com. If you love havin...
Tag icon article
Video: How to Ward Off Pranksters This Halloween
Halloween night (and Mischief Night, celebrated on October 30th) can turn ordinary kids and teens into neighborhood g...
Tag icon slideshow
15 Easy Ways to Terrify Trick-or-Treaters
When it comes to decorating for Halloween, there are several approaches—all of them valid. You can go for kitschy, silly, or even comically cute. But if you love ...
Tag icon slideshow
15 Times Outdoor X-Mas Decorations Went Too Far
From Christmas carnivals on the lawn to grand light shows synchronized to holiday music, these 15 houses decked out with over-the- top decor and lighting provide ...
Tag icon slideshow
12 Other Ways to Decorate with X-Mas Ornaments
Ornament collections seem to grow exponentially as time goes by, thanks to plentiful purchases, crafting sessions, and numerous family hand-me-downs. Instead of k...
Tag icon slideshow
15 Fun Gadgets Everyone Wants for Christmas
We've gathered the best gifts, from smartphone accessories to nifty little devices, guaranteed to satisfy the tech lovers on your holiday list.
Tag icon slideshow
The 9 Biggest Black Friday Myths—Busted!
Every year, buyers wait eagerly for Black Friday to ensure they snag the best deal on that must-have toy or the latest tech. But are all the deals worth it? Will ...
Tag icon slideshow
The 20 Best Towns for Trick-or-Treating
Where are the best haunts for sweet treats and family-friendly frights on Halloween night? The results are in! A team of researchers at real estate site <a href="...
Tag icon slideshow
10 Ways to Prank-Proof Your Home on Halloween
Halloween has the potential to bring out the world’s best fun or worst mischief. To ensure that your holiday is full of treats instead of tricks, consider these t...
Tag icon slideshow
12 Brilliant Hacks for Your Best-Ever Halloween Pumpkin
A picture-perfect pumpkin gives any front porch a magical autumn glow. Whether your ideal design is a classic face or an intricate work of art, these clever carvi...
Tag icon article
Bob Vila Radio: Holiday Season Fire Safety
House fires take a devastating toll during the holidays. This year, be a cautious and make fire safety an integral pa...
Tag icon article
Bob Vila Radio: Safe Outdoor Holiday Lighting
If you’re planning to add holiday lights, not only to the tree in your living room, but to the trees and bushes outdo...
Tag icon slideshow
22 Unique Gift Wrapping Ideas for the Holidays
If you’re over the environmental impact of disposable wrapping paper, get creative. Use these household materials to make your gift packaging even more meaningful.
Tag icon slideshow
9 Tips and Tricks to Cut the Christmas Clutter
The holidays are full of friends, family, food, and STUFF. Control the impending clutter of Christmas with these 9 tips and tricks.
Tag icon slideshow
Christmas Miracle: 8 Simple Fixes for All Your Tree Troubles
Natural Christmas trees are traditional, beautiful, and make your house smell like the holidays. But none of them are perfect, and fresh cut trees come with their...
Tag icon article
DIY Lite: The One Christmas Tree That's Not a Pain to Store
Every December—occasionally as soon as the day after Thanksgiving—holiday-loving home decorators divide into two grou...
Tag icon slideshow
15 Insanely Easy Ways to Decorate for the Holidays
'Tis the season for sparkling lights, beautiful trees, and garlands galore! Decking out your home for the holidays is always enjoyable, but it can also be time-co...
Tag icon slideshow
12 Totally Unexpected Ways to DIY a Holiday Wreath
This holiday season, skip the ho-ho-humdrum home decor. Deck the halls—and the doors—with one of these 12 unconventional DIY wreaths.
Tag icon article
Weekend Projects: 5 Timeless DIY Advent Calendars
Every winter, children and adults from myriad cultures celebrate the Germanic tradition of the advent calendar—reveli...
Tag icon slideshow
12 Gadgets Every Homeowner Wants for Christmas
With the holidays right around the corner, it's time to start making your gift list and checking it twice. But with so many gadgets on the market today, weeding t...
Tag icon slideshow
9 Handy Holiday Gifts for the DIYer on Your List
This holiday season, give the people on your list something they'll actually use. After all, some of the greatest gifts are practical.
Tag icon slideshow
9 Time-Savers You Need for a Hassle-Free Holiday Season
Perhaps more than any other time, the holidays bring a sense of frenetic energy to an otherwise tranquil kitchen. From Thanksgiving to Christmas and beyond, now i...
Tag icon article
Genius! The DIY Cure for a Crowded Table
Unplanned guests can throw off even the most seasoned holiday host or hostess. Between checking on the turkey, wiping...
Tag icon slideshow
Holiday Stain Removal Guide: How to Rub Out Coffee, Gravy, Wax, and More
When the turkey grease splatters or a glass of red wine spills, spring into action with these couch-, clothes-, and carpet-saving stain-removal tips.
Tag icon slideshow
The Forgotten DIY Wisdom That Dads Know Best
Whether a pipe bursts or construction begins on a new home addition, we often call the handiest people we know for some sage advice: our dads. In honor of the fas...
Tag icon slideshow
10 DIYers Pick the Ultimate Mother's Day Gifts
Better than flowers, how about a gift that celebrates mom's passion and creativity? We asked some of our favorite crafty bloggers to help us make the right recomm...
Tag icon article
4 Things to Do with an Unwanted Gift Card
If Santa brought you a gift card you're not eager to redeem right away, studies suggest you may never do so. Accordin...
Tag icon article
Weekend Projects: 5 Ways to Make Your Own Snow Globe
Whether a memento of a wonderful vacation or an interactive addition to your holiday decor, a snow globe is a magical...
Tag icon slideshow
7 Ways to Transform String Lights from Holiday to Every Day
When it's time to take down the tree this year, you might want to hold off on packing up the holiday lights. With a bit of effort and a dose of inspiration, you c...
Tag icon slideshow
8 Clever Ways to Reuse Wrapping Paper
Once you've torn through the stack of presents on Christmas morning, you're likely left swimming in a sea of wrapping paper scraps. If you're in the camp that fee...
Tag icon slideshow
11 Ways to Make Your House Smell Like Christmas
The aromas of gingerbread, pine, and peppermint are hallmarks of the holiday season. If you’re going tree-free this year and have no intention of baking, however,...
Tag icon slideshow
Kits for Kids: 10 Gifts for Young Makers
As you play Santa this holiday and shop for the youngsters on your list, go for gifts that give all year long. The marketplace is packed with arts and crafts sets...
Tag icon slideshow
12 Simple Woodworking Projects for Christmas
You've trimmed the tree, graced your door with an evergreen wreath, and decked the halls with boughs of holly—it's hard not to feel a little woodsy this time of y...
Tag icon slideshow
Look Alive: 8 Ways to Make Your Fake Tree Fool Anyone
It's tempting to choose a fake tree over a real one. No more driving out in the snowy weather to load and carry a real fir home; no more mess of fallen needles to...
Tag icon article
Hold Down the Fort: Home Security Tips for Holiday Vacations
Marty Hoffmann of Kwikset, a leading manufacturer of home security products, says that in the weeks surrounding Chris...
Tag icon slideshow
10 Holiday Ornaments to DIY with Everyday Stuff
There is certainly no shortage of beautiful holiday ornaments. Retail stores are stocked with an amazing array of shiny baubles, all vying for a special spot on y...
Tag icon slideshow
11 Gifts for Gadget-Loving Guys and Gals
Hunting for a gift with real wow factor? This selection of gadgets ticks all the right boxes, satisfying the desire for both fun and function. Click through our c...
Tag icon slideshow
10 Gifts for the Tool Nut Who Has It All
If you know someone who gets starry-eyed over T-squares and power drills, chances are that special someone already has a well-stocked workshop chock-full of tools...
Tag icon article
Holiday Hotlines to Have on Speed Dial
The holidays (and holiday guests) are a-coming, so stock the refrigerator, unearth your turkey roaster, and polish th...
Tag icon slideshow
10 Creative Stocking Stuffers You Can Make in Minutes
A handmade gift from the heart always amounts to far more than what money can buy. This holiday season, put the DIY skills you've harvested to work, and stuff you...
Tag icon article
Bob Vila Radio: Set the Stage for Thanksgiving
At Thanksgiving, it’s easy to lavish so much attention on preparing the meal that you forget about preparing the dini...
Tag icon slideshow
3 New Ways to Decorate with Fallen Leaves
Decorating your home for the holidays can be as simple as grabbing fistfuls of leaves from the backyard—seriously. The creators of a San Francisco floral design c...
Tag icon slideshow
Father's Day Gift Guide: 10 Super Cool Gifts for the DIY Dad
Shopping for the DIY Dad this Father's Day? You've come to the right place. Whether your dad is as handy with a drill driver as he is with grilling tongs, we've...
Tag icon slideshow
Mother's Day Gift Guide: 10 Ideas to DIY or Buy
When Mother's Day rolls around, many of us say it with flowers—the most popular gift of the holiday. But if Mom has more than enough bouquets at home, get creativ...
Tag icon slideshow
Welcome Home: 10 Great Gifts for the New Homeowner
They’ve just moved in, and you’re invited. But what to bring? Here are some of our favorite housewarming gift ideas to help them celebrate their new home.
Tag icon article
Top Tips for Taking Down the Christmas Tree
Everyone loves the Christmas tree—so long as it's standing proudly upright and is already fully decorated. Sure, some...
Tag icon article
Bob Vila Radio: Recycling Holiday Lights
The holiday season is rolling to an end, and you’ll soon be taking down your indoor and outdoor lights. Why not take ...
Tag icon article
5 Things to Do with... Gift Wrap
It's always alarming to see how much gift wrap gets wasted during the holidays. Boldly patterned, brightly colored pa...
Tag icon slideshow
Don't Forget These 10 Christmas Eve Must Do's
Christmas comes but once a year, but it's still hard to imagine where all that prep time goes! If you're still counting down the hours, use this checklist to make...
Tag icon article
Weekend Projects: Holiday Crafts for Kids
Thanksgiving and Hanukkah, Christmas and New Year's: It can be a real challenge to avoid stress this time of year! If...
Tag icon slideshow
11 Over-the-Top X-Mas Trees to Rouse Your Holiday Spirit
We've rounded up some of our favorite themed trees to get you thinking. Whether you'd replicate them or not, you can't deny these over-the-top creations add new m...
Tag icon article
How To: Make a Fresh Holiday Garland
This year, as you dress up your house for the holidays, consider decking the halls with twinkling lights, festive rib...
Tag icon slideshow
Christmas Decorations Gone Wild!
These houses are packed to the gills with thousands of lights, life-size Santas, and even a few robots—enough to attract huge crowds of visitors and get everyone ...
Tag icon slideshow
Weekend Projects: 10 DIY Gifts to Make and Give
You don't need to spend a fortune or wait in long lines to give the perfect gift to a loved one this holiday season. All you need to make these gifts are two hand...
Tag icon slideshow
Deck the Halls: 10 Festive Ideas for Every Corner of the House
Deck the halls, walls, and tables with boughs of holly, wreaths, and the decorating ideas we've gathered together to make your holiday bright!
Tag icon article
How to Fix Christmas Lights: Top Tips for Troubleshooting, Repair, and Care
If avoiding frustration and preserving your holiday spirit are at the top of the wish list this holiday season, learn...
Tag icon article
How To: Make a Gingerbread House From Scratch
The holiday season comes with so many traditions—cooking and baking, house decorating, caroling, and cocoa making—but...
Tag icon slideshow
Merry Mailing: 10 Delightful DIY Holiday Cards
Gather some inspiration for a handmade approach to your season’s greetings, using materials from around the house—both inside and out.
Tag icon slideshow
Bob Vila's Top 10 Christmas Tree Stands
Put something really special under your tree this year—a new stand. Whether store-bought or handmade, these stands are sure to keep your tree tall, proud, and bea...
Tag icon slideshow
Bob Vila's Holiday Gift Guide: For the Gardener
We've rounded up time-tested standbys and the coolest new products destined to delight the gardener in your family.
Tag icon article
Holiday Lights 101
Home holiday light displays—including those megawatt extravaganzas that require an extra generator—have their humble ...
Tag icon article
Father's Day Gift Guide 2011
The annual ritual of buying gifts for Father’s Day is underway. When it comes to home products and gadgets, shopping ...
Tag icon slideshow
10 Father's Day Gift Ideas for the DIY Dad
From a lightweight drill to a personalized BBQ branding iron, these great gifts are sure to please any DIY dad this Father's Day.
Tag icon slideshow
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.
Tag icon article
How To: Store Holiday Lights, Decorations, and Accessories
I'm one of those who believes you can never have too many holiday decorations. A tree dripping with ornaments? Love i...
Tag icon slideshow
10 Alternative Wreaths to Make You Forget About Evergreens
Pine needles? Who needs 'em? Here are ten DIY wreaths that will really stand out.
Tag icon article
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...
Tag icon slideshow
Nutcrackers on Parade
Introduce decorative nutcrackers to your holidays this year for a whisper of whimsy and a touch of tradition.
Tag icon article
A Brief History of Nutcrackers
These fancifully painted fellows herald the holiday season in grand style. Slideshow: Nutcrackers on ParadeBefore the...
Tag icon slideshow
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.
Tag icon article
5 Creative Ways to Display Your Holiday Cards
With a profusion of photo card deals and services that address and do the mailing for you (YES!!!), sending holiday c...
Tag icon article
6 Unorthodox DIY Christmas Trees
Nothing beats a fresh-cut, pine-smelling Christmas tree that's been decorated with care. . . . Unless you're an aller...
Tag icon slideshow
Holiday Lights Go Neutral: 9 Options
Steer clear of bright combos of green, red, yellow and blue. Holiday lights are going neutral this year.
Tag icon slideshow
How To: Make a Pine Cone Garland
Add rustic charm to your holiday decor with this simple DIY pine cone garland.
Tag icon article
5 Historic Homes Open for Christmastime Tours
Everything’s sparkly and bright at five of America’s historic landmarks—all open for touring this holiday season.  1....
Tag icon article
How To: Make an Evergreen Holiday Wreath
As soon as December hits, I’m ready to break out the Christmas cheer. When it comes to decorating for the holiday, I’...
Tag icon slideshow
Trending Now: Feather Trees
A traditional piece in Christmas decor, feather trees are tickling a new generation of holiday revelers.
Tag icon article
Feather Trees: Yesterday's Christmas Decor, Today
A century-old tradition, these artificial Christmas trees continue to charm homeowners and DIY enthusiasts alike. Lik...
Tag icon article
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...
Tag icon article
58 Outstanding DIY Ornaments
Move over, pumpkin spice latte—it's peppermint mocha time. December is here, and even if you spent the last few month...
Tag icon article
Bob Vila Radio: Holiday Fire Safety
Did you know that each holiday season in the US, fires cause nearly a billion dollars in damage? Keep your family saf...
Tag icon slideshow
Bob Vila's Holiday Gift Guide: For Tool Lovers
Whether you're looking for a stocking stuffer or a gift to slip under the tree, our top tool picks will help you shop for the tool-loving handyman or woman in you...
Tag icon article
Bob Vila Radio: Holiday Light Tips
This holiday season, don’t be the guy who sets his hair on fire stringing the lights. Listen to BOB VILA ON HOLIDAY L...
Tag icon slideshow
Bob Vila's Holiday Gift Guide: For DIY Dads
From an artisan-crafted leather iPhone cover to a hands-free flashlight, here are some great gift suggestions for the DIY dad.
Tag icon article
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...
Tag icon slideshow
Bob Vila's Holiday Gift Guide: For DIY Moms
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.
Tag icon slideshow
Bob Vila's Holiday Gift Guide: For the Gadget-Lovers
Tool or toy? For the do-it-yourself, that line is always gray. Browse ten fun and practical holiday gifts for the gadget-crazy handyperson in your life.
Tag icon article
How To: Make a Scarecrow
October is one of my favorite months. The air gets crisp and the leaves start to turn. My kids are getting excited to...
Tag icon article
6 Pumpkin Festivals Not to Miss
Celebrate fall’s arrival at one of these fun, family-friendly events.  1. THE GREAT JACK O’ LANTERN BLAZEWhere: Croto...
Tag icon article
52 Unexpected and Amazing Ways to Decorate Pumpkins
It's happening again, people! The parade of pumpkin pies, pancakes, and spiced lattes has begun, proclaiming loudly t...
Tag icon slideshow
6 Pumpkin Carving Tools to Put the 'Jack' in Your Lantern
Mix and match these tools to turn your regular pumpkins into Halloween masterpieces.
Tag icon article
Pumpkin Carving 101
It’s October. The air is getting crisp, the leaves are starting to turn. Football is in full swing. And all over Amer...
Tag icon article
How To: Turn Wine Bottles into Romantic Lanterns
Whenever I hesitate before throwing out something useless, like an expired coupon or an old magazine, I think to myse...
Tag icon article
Design Manifest: A Father's Day Tribute
I love the concept of "the family business. " It has that old-world feeling of apprenticeship, with one generation pi...
Tag icon article
How To: Keep a Christmas Tree Fresh
It’s the time of year when Christmas tree lots start appearing around your community, bringing with them a difficult ...
Tag icon slideshow
How To: Make a Vintage Ornament Wreath
Transform a standard evergreen wreath into a dazzler bedecked with vintage ornaments. You'll find a step-by-step tutorial on how to create one here.
Tag icon slideshow
How To: Make a Children's Building Block Wreath
Transform a regular evergreen wreath by decorating its boughs with children's building blocks.
Tag icon slideshow
How To: Make a Pinecone Holiday Wreath
Transform a basic evergreen wreath into a silver-and-gold pine cone beauty.
Tag icon article
Christmas Trees—Real vs. Artificial?
Christmas season is upon us so it’s time to dig around in the attic, the garage, and the basement for all that stored...
Tag icon article
Quick Tip: Make Your Home More Romantic
Romance truly begins the minute you walk in the front door. “When the outside world clutters our inside lives, it’s h...
Tag icon article
Mother's Day Gift Suggestions
The days, and hours, and minutes to Mother’s Day are winding down, but you still have time to find a special home gif...
Tag icon article
Bob Vila's 8 Tips for Hanging Holiday Lights
Embellishing your yard with holiday lights is a cheery idea if you follow a few simple guidelines and precautions:Cre...
Tag icon article
Bob Vila's Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide
Gifts for the DIY Dad | Gifts for the DIY Mom | Gifts for the DIY Kid If you are shopping for the DIYer in your life...
Tag icon article
3 Easy DIY Wreaths from 1 Evergreen Form
One of the easiest ways to decorate your home for the holidays is with a seasonal wreath. There are many options avai...
Tag icon article
The Christmas Flower
Unlike Christmas presents, gingerbread cookies, and wrapped gifts, poinsettias, with their red and green leaves that ...
Tag icon slideshow
Bob Vila's Holiday Gift Guide: For Kids
Educational, craft-y, and just plain cute gift ideas for the DIY kid in your life.
Tag icon slideshow
Bob Vila's Holiday Gift Guide: For Men
Browse 15 fresh holiday gift ideas for the DIY dad, husband, boyfriend or just plain handyman.
Tag icon slideshow
Bob Vila's Holiday Gift Guide: For Pets
A selection of gifts for the four-legged, feathered, or reptilian members of your family.
Tag icon article
Dissecting Friday the 13th and Other Household Superstitions
For centuries, people have viewed Fridays and the number 13 as omens of bad luck. And when the two combine on the cal...
Tag icon article
Macy's Day Parade: A Little Perspective
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...
Tag icon article
Holiday Gifts: Five Rules for Tools
Rule 1: Buy the BasicsYou can’t go wrong with basic tools that will be used again and again. Good choices include wre...
Tag icon article
An Army Wife’s Home Improvement Valentine
“Operation Chaos”: Outlining the Plan of Attack“If you ever need anything done, ask an army wife,” says T. J. Felix f...
Radio banner a
Driveway Aprons 101 More clips
Get the Adobe Flash Player to listen to this audio file.
Follow banner a
Newsletter icon Flipboard glossy Facebook Twitter Pinterest Youtube Rss icon