Holiday How-To

Use our best menus, planners, and ideas to get ready for this holiday season.

Create an Easy Holiday Mantel

Create a fragrant and festive mantel with simple greenery and affordable flowers. Contributing decorating expert Elizabeth Mayhew shows you how.

Photo by Annie Schlechter, Article by Elizabeth Mayhew

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Stow your year-round decor. Use a simply framed mirror, instead of busy artwork, as the foundation to avoid detracting from your display.

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