The Latest: Dec 16, 2015

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Wall-mounted TV above a tiled fireplace with decorative letters, a basket, and a "Mr. & Mrs." sign.

Before & After: A DIY Fireplace Fix

My husband and I recently moved into a brand new townhome in San Diego, California. We absolutely love the new place but for some reason, the builder created really awkward and unevenly sized “designer nooks” above the fireplace. We tried to think of ways to design around them but ultimately we knew we needed to cover the holes up and create a mantle.

Nora Taylor

Dec 16, 2015

Radical Gift Giving Strategy: Give Everyone the Same Gift

Some people have a true knack for gift giving and manage to think of a thoughtful and personal gift for everyone on their list. Then there’s the rest of us who struggle, procrastinate and, often, end up with gifts that are generic, uninspired or wholly unsuitable for the recipient. Well, here’s an idea to simplify your holiday shopping this year: get everyone the same gift.

Carrie McBride

Dec 16, 2015

India & Joe’s Apartment of Thrifted & Gifted Treasures

Name: India Mafi, Joe Gray and their dog, Scout Location: Oakland, California Size: 730 square feet Years lived in: 5 months; Rented When I asked India to tell me about some of her favorite thrift stores, she jokingly refused to tell me some of her best-kept secrets.

Esteban Cortez

Dec 16, 2015