The Best Holiday Hosting Tips to Make Your Life Way Easier

The tree trimming. The gift shopping. The house cleaning. Hosting the holidays is no easy task. Here's how to make it all a little bit more manageable—and beautiful.

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28 Things You Can Do Now to Get Ready for the Holidays

Merry and bright and oh, who are we kidding? Busy as hell. Here's how to get ahead of the game.

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Thoughtful Hostess Gifts, Whether You’re Coming for Dinner or Staying the Week

Popping by for a drink? Overstaying your welcome? Either way, we've got a gift idea for that.

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Pretty Christmas Decor and Ornaments You Can Make Yourself

Even if you aren't that crafty.

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50 Fabulous and Simple Holiday Decorating Ideas

Even if you aren't Martha Stewart.

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7 Stove-Top Potpourris to Make Over the Holidays

The scents of the holidays make us happy, and you can bring those same good vibes into your home anytime you want by whipping up an easy stove-top potpourri.

How To String Lights On A Christmas Tree

You lugged home the perfect tree. Now it's time to decorate.

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15 Holiday Hosting Hacks to Make Your Life Way Easier

From a coffee-mug speaker to a shower-rod coat check.

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