When it comes to Thanksgiving, my fiancé and I are like many people; we travel to a family member's house and spend the day with relations. We love it. Yet over the years, as our families have become more far-flung, and the relationships more complicated, we find ourselves longing for a holiday meal shared with friends… More

When you don't have the time or budget to visit the florist you can often find a great basic arrangement at your local grocery store or farmers market. Keep one of these great vases (all under $10) on hand to replace a basic glass vase and upgrade your arrangement from grab and go to truly special. More

This past week, I went to our friends' very modern and beautifully open house for Thanksgiving. Every year for the past few years they've been taking folks in and growing their meal, until it reached over twenty this past Thursday. I took pics from start to finish to share what was a really beautiful mix of old and new styles and a very modern Thanksgiving. There's a lot here to copy (and you can see more of the house here). Enjoy! More

The Thanksgiving holiday weekend is underway and maybe you're hosting or traveling to visit relatives. When it's all over, though, it's the perfect time for a late fall deep clean at home: More

For me, it's not the shopping I hate (although I do kind of hate shopping) — it's the crowds. I would pay money not to have to wade through a bunch of people and lines just in the name of good deals. And I guess in a way, I do, because I don't venture anywhere near stores or malls on Black Friday. More

Fiction: Prarie Home Companion Thanksgiving Show 2004 (a good one)

Fact: The Pilgrims were a group of Puritans who landed at Plymouth Rock, in what is now Massachusetts, United States, in 1620. In 1621 Governor William Bradford of New England proclaimed a day of "thanksgiving and prayer" to celebrate the Pilgrims' first harvest in America. More

I always think that Thanksgiving is a very Apartment Therapy-ish holiday - a day that is centered around appreciating what you have and celebrating home, regardless of whether it's in the actual physical space or simply with people that make us feel safe and happy. Last November on this day, I shared some wonderful reader Thanksgiving stories and this year, I'm following up with more, this time with a focus on some less-traditional ways to enjoy the day. Have fun reading them, share your own memories and traditions in the comments and know that all of us at Apartment Therapy wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving! More

Thanksgiving often means getting together with the ones you love and enjoying a special meal together, and while cooking, preparing the table decor and decorating for the occasion can be a very fun part of the holiday, it's important not to forget that Thanksgiving is an opportunity to stop and think about the things you are grateful for. More

When it comes to setting your dining table sometimes simple is best. Keeping classics on hand ensure a clean, chic, timeless table, regardless of the season or holiday. Neutral colors and natural materials always look great solo, together, or mixed in with special occasion wares. More

As the holiday season rolls in, it can feel like we're supposed to be diving into a constant stream of tinsel-filled parties, big happy family dinners, and presents galore. Well, it's been my experience that some years the holidays are busy and exciting, but some years they're not. Some years the holidays are awfully bittersweet, and some years the season is just flat out difficult. Whether it's financial strain, family issues, illness, loss of a loved one, or something else getting you down, this time of year can be tough! More