Every year we're faced with the same decision: do we DIY our holiday cards or just buy them? This year we're considering combining both with the help of our tablet and some apps. To tackle the slightly herculean task of sending out cards to friends and family spread across several continents, I've gathered together a few apps to help me design, sign, and deliver season's greetings... More

Joanna at Bible Belt Balabusta made this swim noodle menorah for an upcoming Chanukah Carnival. Her goal was to create a practice menorah that young children would find irresistible. Well played, Balabusta. More

No matter how many years I live in California, I'll always be a Chicago girl who likes her Thanksgivings colorful and her Christmases snowy. San Francisco doesn't offer a lot in the way of magnificent foliage or winter wonderlands, but perhaps a gorgeous seasonal photo projected on the wall might fool me into thinking I'm home again… at least for the duration of a party, while the wine is flowing. More

In today's world, full of emails and websites, it feels SO good to get an actual honest-to-goodness real piece of mail. When that hand-addressed envelope contains an invitation, and the promise of a night filled with fun and friends, nothing could be better.

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As winter descends upon us, is there anything more reassuring than the sight of bright winter berries? They provide color to the landscape, food to birds, and a warm welcome to your guests... More

To pull together our ultimate gift guides this year, we're asking the experts: YOU! If there's nary a white space on your wall, what art and artists do you already have and love? What do you hope to unwrap? From posters and prints to paintings and photographs, let us know what's worth making room on your wall for.

So art lovers, share with us in the comments: what do you hope to get? More

Once Halloween passes, you know it's time. Time to prepare for the serious run of gift-giving, long-distance-traveling holidays now facing you: the Holiday Gauntlet. For me, that means contributing to Thanksgiving and Hanukkah feasts, making and wrapping gifts, traveling cross-country for Christmas, and three family birthdays — but this is nothing compared to those of you with kids, hosting duties, and who knows what else. We can definitely do it. But we might want to stretch first… More

Felted pom pom garlands are a charming addition to holiday decor. Light-weight and soft, they're easy to hang and won't break the way lights and ornaments can. With many uses, pom pom garlands are versatile, vibrant and fun. More

To pull together our ultimate gift guides this year, we're asking the experts: YOU! We want to know what stylish and sustainable finds you'd like to see in your stocking. Whether reused or recycled, we'll use your eco-friendly responses to craft a list of gifts you'd actually love to get.

So share with us in the comments: what green gifts are on your wishlist? More

To pull together our ultimate gift guides this year, we're asking the experts: YOU! What are the best design, art, or interiors books you've read this year? Which ones do you hope to unwrap? From coffee table beauties to DIY guides, let us know what's worthy of the space on your shelves!

So readers, share with us in the comments: what art and design books do you recommend? More