Here's an informative article on the tradition of adding an angel to the top of your Christmas tree by Emily Van Schmus for Better Homes & Gardens.

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The reason dates back to the very first Christmas.

If you celebrate Christmas, you’ve likely seen people top their Christmas trees with decorative angels. But have you ever wondered why we do this or how it became a Christmas tradition? And why an angel, and not just another ornament?




It turns out, this practice comes from the original Christmas story. Angels play a significant part in the first Christmas: Angels visited Joseph and the Virgin Mary about the upcoming birth of Jesus, and on the night of his birth, angels

Here's a good article on design trends for 2021 by Jessica Bennett for Better Homes & Gardens.

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Designers weigh in on the most popular decorating styles, colors, and materials you can look forward to in the coming year.




The year 2020 brought countless unexpected challenges that have fundamentally changed how we live in our homes. As it (finally!) comes to a close, we're stepping into 2021 with a different perspective and a deeper appreciation for the roles our homes play in our daily lives.




With the arrival of the coronavirus pandemic in early spring, many people pivoted to working, playing, exercising, and socializing from home, making the way we furnish and decorate our living spaces

Here's an informative article by Jennifer Ebert on kitchen trends for 2021 for Homes & Gardens.

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From cool colors to clever cabinetry, these latest kitchen trends are all bang on trend – but achievable, too



We talked to the trend experts to find out which kitchen trends will be big in 2021.

With cool new kitchen brands popping up and lots of innovative design ideas and clever twists on old appliance designs on display in kitchen showrooms across the country, there are plenty of on-trend looks and state-of-the-art appliances to pick from.

Below, we look at the biggest new looks for kitchens in 2021 – you can find more kitchen ideas on our dedicated page, too.
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Here's an interesting article on Farmhouse home styles by Katie Holdefehr for Real Simple.

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If it seems like the modern farmhouse trend shows no signs of stopping, it's not your imagination. According to a recent survey conducted by Homes.com of more than 5,000 adults across the U.S., "modern farmhouse" was picked as the favorite house style in 42 out of 50 states. Particularly in the Northwest, East, and Southeast, respondents opted for the classic, comfortable home style. According to those surveyed, modern farmhouse looks "simple, cozy, and not too busy" and like "a nice big home for a family." Since time at home has gained new importance in 2020, it's no surprise that a

Here's an informative article on how to put lights on a Christmas tree by the BH&G Holiday Editors for Better Homes & Gardens.

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Are you stumped when it comes to how to artfully drape Christmas lights on a tree? These easy-to-follow tips will show you how to put lights on your Christmas tree, whether it is real or artificial. We'll help you create your best holiday tree yet, effortlessly and beautifully.



This handy guide will teach you how to hang lights on your Christmas tree. Get our tested tips on how to light artificial Christmas trees and find how many strands you need to decorate your tree. Plus, we'll show you how to put lights on your

Here's a good article on kitchen and bathroom ideas for 2021 by Ana Durrani for Realtor.com.

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The hardest-working rooms in a home are the kitchen and bathroom. Both rooms receive a steady flow of traffic, so it's not surprising that homeowners are always looking for ways to update them and keep the design looking fresh.

But updating your kitchen or bathroom doesn't need to entail a full-on renovation.

Sure, expanding your kitchen or installing a new bathtub would be exciting, but it's not exactly the most practical—or affordable—solution for many of us. But the good news is you don't have to think big to make a big difference.

“In these popular areas of the

Here's an informative article on tips to decorate your tree for the holidays by the B H & G Holiday Editors for Better Homes & Gardens.

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The secret to decorating a beautiful Christmas tree is simple: Style in layers! Get more of our editor's best tips for Christmas tree decorating with these step-by-step instructions.



One of my favorite things to do every Christmas season is driving or walking through neighborhoods and catching glimpses of festive Christmas trees in living room windows, decked out in lights, garlands, and ornaments. Decorating a Christmas tree is a time-honored tradition in many households. More than 95 million households in the United States displayed a Christmas tree in 2018, according to a survey from the

Here's an informative article on making your fireplace the focal point by Jessica Bennett for Better Homes & Gardens.

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With the right mantel decor, your fireplace will stand out prominently as the focal point of a room. Try one of these fireplace mantel ideas that combine artwork, mirrors, vases, and other accents to transform a lackluster hearth into the center of attention.


Painted Mantel Ideas
Accentuate your fireplace's features by painting the brick surround, mantel, wall, and surrounding trim the same color. An all-over paint job will help emphasize the molding and other details while creating a cohesive backdrop for mantel decor. The gray paint color used here stands out crisply against warm white walls, while showcasing a

Here's a good article addressing Thanksgiving dinner dilemmas by Betty Gold and Genevieve Ko for Real Simple.

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Thanksgiving should be all good times and joy in the kitchen, but the fear of cooking catastrophes (and worse, having those fears become reality) can make the day a disaster. From too-dry turkey to wilted salad greens, soggy pie crust, and stiff cranberry sauce, we've all been there. And we'd like to never go back, thank you very much.

Luckily, you'll have no reason to sweat the small stuff this year. Why? Because we turned to a roster of world-renowned chefs and food scientists to figure out the reasons behind the most common turkey day pitfalls—plus, some simple ways to avoid

Here's an interesting article on a new appliance trend by Lauren Phillips for Real Simple.

This gorgeous finish for appliances will help your home glow.

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When remodeling a kitchen, there are all sorts of decisions to be made—kitchen cabinet colors, countertop material, flooring, backsplash—and near-endless iterations of each to choose between. Pick a tile material, and you still have to pick a shape, color, and even a grout color; it’s all customizable. In fact, until relatively recently, appliances were the only area where there wasn’t a ton of room for personalization or customization. Fortunately, that’s all changing now, with glorious results.



For most of the 90s, white appliances were the look du jour. In