In the past, my taste in holiday decor could maybe be called Scandinavian Woodland Glam, but a Thanksgiving-day bus ride past the dollar stores on Mission changed everything. Piles of tinselly garland, glitter on everything, a fantastic clash of colors — it all hit me hard, in the same part of my heart that loves sequin dresses, glitter nail polish, and Dolly Parton... More

The holidays are here! Nothing is more beautiful during the holiday season than candle lit spaces. Create your own balloon lumieres this seaon with the following tutorial: More

I know it's still November and we haven't even had our turkey and mashed potatoes, but making gifts can take some time. Whether you're more comfortable with yarn, power tools, an oven, or some glue, here are 10 ideas for handcrafted presents. More

The holidays are a time when we think of home: our childhood home, our present home, our someday-dream home. Give your hosts a little taste of their home state with these cutting/cheese boards and some splurgey cheese or fresh-baked bread. It would be an especially sweet gift for a couple, one for each of them- though you get off at half-price if they both hail from the same state... More

Have you been watching Secrets From a Stylist? It's hosted by Design Star season 5 winner Emily Henderson, and it's HGTV's best show right now. Emily has fantastic taste and uses a great combination of new, vintage and handmade to style amazingly beautiful rooms. For the holiday season, along with several other designers and bloggers, she's compiled a dream resource for decorating tip, crafts, gifts, entertaining ideas and more. More