The pressures of the holiday season can turn anyone into a Grinch. That’s why the elves here at One Kings Lane have compiled this list of our best seasonal tips and inspiration to date—and we’ll continue to provide more decorating, entertaining, and gifting ideas in the weeks to come.
Thanksgiving Entertaining
11 Ways to Set a Festive Thanksgiving Table
How a Photographer Hosts Thanksgiving by the Beach
Three Mouthwatering Side Dishes
Gilded Pumpkins for a Glamorous Table
Instead of Apple Pie, Try an Apple Galette
The Only Pumpkin Pie Recipe You Need
Photo by Lesley Unruh
Holiday Decorating
Take Your Home from Everyday to Holiday
Expert Advice for Holiday Decorating (with a Vintage Twist)
Three Easy (and Stunning) Holiday Greenery Ideas
Simple Holiday Touches That Make a Festive Difference
Seven Beautifully Simple Greenery Suggestions
Pro Tips for Easy Holiday Decor
Chic Holiday Decor for Every Room
Photo by Mark Weinberg
Holiday Entertaining
Set a Spirited Scene with These Holiday Table Ideas
Two Showstopping Southern Holiday Recipes
Designers Share Their Holiday Tables
Your Table Setting Cheat Sheet
Crowd-Pleasing Cheese Boards
The Most Elegant Holiday Dessert Ever
Everything You Need to Know About Hiring a Caterer
Three Holiday Cocktails Made Easy
Five Fabulously Festive Punches
Holiday Hosting with Designer Alessandra Branca
Inside a Designer’s Chic Holiday Cocktail Party
Seven Ways to Make Overnight Guests Feel at Home
Breaking Out the Holiday Silver? Read This First
Photo by Manuel Rodriguez
Holiday Gifting
Bunny Williams on Gifting and Wrapping
28 Tastemakers Share Their Favorite Hostess Gifts
Easy Ways to Make a Last-Minute Gift Feel Special
How to Wrap Those Awkward-Shape Gifts
Wrapping Ideas Certain to Upgrade Any Present
Five Expert Tips for Holiday Gifting
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