Not just any sock will do for this all-important holiday. Treat your mantel to one of these extra-special stockings this Christmas

Experience the satisfaction of fixing, repurposing and creating things yourself around the home

Been making inventive things from scratch? Repurposing salvaged pieces creatively? It may be more serious than you think

Emily Post’s great-great-granddaughter gives us advice on no-shoes policies and how to graciously decline a contractor’s bid

Not a Naturally Organized person? These tips can help you tackle the onslaught of papers, meals, laundry — and even help you find your keys

If buying holiday gifts drives you to the spiked holiday punch, try these easier but still rewarding traditions

Natural and durable, wool is a stylish and practical choice for upholstery, rugs and bedding

Want to free up some room around the house? Rethink gift giving, give yourself a shopping mantra and just say, ‘No, thank you’ to freebies

Do you err on the incredibly tidy side? Then you probably already live by these nuggets of neat wisdom

Recharge the unplugged way during downtime with crafts and building projects, alone or in a group