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Home Decor
Christmas Mantel Ideas: 14 Cozy Looks (Plus How Much Garland You Need)
Farmhouse, cozy, minimalist and no-fireplace Christmas mantel ideas, with the practical details: how long a garland should be, how to space stockings, and how to keep greenery safe near a working fireplace.
October 30, 20269 min read
Home Decor
18 Farmhouse Christmas Decor Ideas for a Cozy, Simple Holiday Home
Farmhouse Christmas decor is about natural textures, warm white light and a few well-loved pieces: fresh greenery, wood, buffalo check, galvanized metal and handmade touches. Here are 18 ideas for the tree, mantel, entry, kitchen, table and porch.
October 30, 20268 min read
Home Decor
How Many Lights for a Christmas Tree? (Chart by Tree Height)
A full 7.5 ft Christmas tree needs about 750 mini lights for a classic look: roughly 100 lights per foot of height. Here's the chart for every tree size, how slim and pencil trees change it, warm vs cool white, and how to wrap the lights so the tree glows from inside.
October 30, 20269 min read
Home Decor
Small Apartment Christmas Decor: 13 Big-Impact Ideas for Tiny Spaces
Decorating a small apartment for Christmas? Slim and pencil trees that fit (with real widths), wall trees, window decor without nails, renter-friendly hanging and smart storage for after the holidays.
October 30, 20268 min read
Home Decor
Black and White Farmhouse Bathroom Ideas: Tile, Fixtures and Warmth That Balance the Contrast
A black and white farmhouse bathroom works when the contrast is balanced with warmth: white subway or hex tile, black fixtures or a checkerboard floor, and wood, brass and texture to soften it. Here's how to get the mix right.
October 22, 20267 min read
Home Decor
Small Living Room Ideas on a Budget: What to Spend On, What to Skip
On a budget, spend on the sofa and the rug, save on side tables and decor, and start with free changes: rearranging, editing and swapping your lighting. Here's how to make a small living room look finished without spending much.
October 22, 20267 min read
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