Start your holiday party right! Savory cayenne-spiced ricotta in between adds richness to one of our favorite Christmas appetizers. What a fun way to add color and charm to your Christmas buffet menu. Credit: Blaine Moats Here, tomatoes, feta cheese and fresh herbs provide a seasonal red, white, and green appeal. And isnt there something about shellfish that says, holiday special? you might have it all in this luscious and colorful recipe....

This decorating advice will help you create a room you’ll want to be in all the time! Get Started Before starting any decorating project, consider your preferences. Think about what patterns, colors, and styles grab your attention. Credit: David A Land For example, determine whether you tend to gravitate towards bright, bold colors or subtle, neutral tones. you might also collect paint chips, fabric swatches, and other samples that stand out to you....

Use these hues to infuse your home with the warmth and coziness of the season. For a bold look, interior designerMary PattonrecommendsBlack Fox by Sherwin-Williams. “I love the contrast of dark cabinets with white and light everything. Credit:Courtesy of Farrow & Ball It provides depth, warmth, and a visual anchor,” she says. “Its actually more of a charcoal color which is a little more forgiving than a true black”. Included in the brand’s2024 color forecast, thisdynamic redeffortlessly complements the fall aesthetic and pairs beautifully with understated neutrals....

Get our favorite ideas for decorating with poinsettias. Poinsettias aren’t limited to red. And they don’t have to stay in the pot. Credit: Marty Baldwin Try decorating with poinsettias to give your home a more festive spirit for the holidays. We’re sharing poinsettia decorating ideas for nearly every room of your home. Cut Poinsettias ‘Mini Star’ poinsettias are grown one flower per plant in atiny plastic pot. Credit: Marty Baldwin...

Get inspired to give the classic farmhouse style a contemporary twist with our roundup of modern farmhouse decor ideas. Welcoming Modern Farmhouse Decor An inviting first impression is key to farmhouse-style homes. And what better way to welcome guests than with a cozy,modern mudroom! Credit: Jay Wilde This entryway nails the look with white cabinets, natural wood accents, and woven baskets. Shiplap details above the built-in bench add iconic farmhouse flair....

Elevate your houseplant collection with scented flowers or foliage. Houseplants add beauty to any room, but some also offer wonderful aromas with their leaves or flowers. Angel’s Trumpet In full bloom,angel’s trumpetis nothing short of spectacular. Credit: Kindra Clineff The huge blooms look stunning, and at night, their strong scent fills the air. This tropical tree can be grown outdoors year-round where it’s hardy (Zones 8-10). Elsewhere it should be brought indoors for the winter....

A porch remodel can expand your outdoor living space and totally transform the look of your home. Check out these exterior transformations to see the incredible results of a front porch remodel. Fresh Front Porch Remodel This Craftsman fixer-upperneeded lots of work to make it move-in ready. Credit: Lisa Romerein The facade featured a large front porch, but dark siding and peeling shingles gave weren’t exactly welcoming. The homeowners spruced up the porch for a more inviting look that retains the home’s original charm....

Incorporate cheerycontainer gardensby the front door to add even more color, texture, and fragrance. A simple whitepicket fencemakes a fantastic backdrop for your cottage garden’s summer show. Even a tiny pocket planting like the one shown here offers great color and interest in the front yard. Credit:Laurie Black Low-maintenance groundcovers between the stones create a carpet of color and interest. A flagstone pathway makes snow removal more challenging, so this idea is probably best for snow-free areas....

Inexpensive and attractiveperfect for every throw in of outdoor decor. Maintenance Is a Breeze Gravel patios are cost-effective and easy to install and maintain. To keep people from tracking gravel inside, verify you have a solidentryway mat. Here are some pretty gravel patio ideas to get you started. Old World Foundations Gravel patios work especially well with European-inspired homes and Mediterranean landscapes. For a naturally pleasing look, select lighter-hued pebbles that coordinate with your home’s exterior color palette....

Scandinavian-style interiors are characterized bylight colors, lots of white, simple shapes, andnatural wood. They also emphasize functionality over elaborate decoration. But that doesn’t mean this aesthetic lacks character. Credit: David Land These Scandi-style rooms demonstrate how to achieve this cozy, minimalist look. The Warmth of Wood Scandinavian interiors typically avoid clutter in favor of streamlined, functional forms. Lots of white and little ornamentation give this kitchen and dining area a clean, modern sensibility....

Including grilled asparagus, carrots, and more! Carson Downing Looking for the best grilled veggies recipe? We’ve rounded up a few of our favorite grilled vegetable side dish recipes that are versatile and flavorful. Credit:Carson Downing With crisp salads and colorful medleys, these versatile grilled vegetable recipes are great additions to your summer cookouts. Grilled Baby Carrots Who knew carrots were good veggies for the grill? Pair this salad with agrilled steakfor an elevated barbecue menu that’s sure to impress even the pickiest guests....

Cozy linens, supple pillows, and a comfortable mattress lay the foundation. Incorporate lamps and night lights so visitors can adjust the lighting to their needs. Add asoft rugbetween the beds to warm the floor and cushion footsteps if one person sleeps later than another. Credit: Edmund Barr Give each sleeperan assortment of pillows, and consider supplying hypoallergenic silk pillowcases for a luxurious touch. Mix and match gently used sheets ofdifferent colorsand patterns for an eclectic aesthetic....

Don’t forget this spot to add height and design to your kitchen. Take your design efforts to new heights! Amantel-like nichelined with beaded board unites this room’s cabinets and appliances while providing aperch for basketsand dishes. Include Cubbies in Cabinetry This stair-stepped cabinetry configuration stretches the display capacity of a window sink wall. The central component, equipped withopen cubbies, unites with its neighbors thanks to crown-molding trim. Decorating above kitchen cabinets and in cubbies shows off dishware and oversized baskets that warm the primarilywhite kitchen....