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Comfort and Joy

American Farmhouse Style • DECEMBER 2020/JANUARY 2021

the ALMANAC • Make Christmas merry and bright this year with these seasonal ideas.

Get More Online! • Stay tuned this season for more ideas online.

WINTER-WORTHY Crafting and Baking • Fill the short days and long nights of winter with baking and crafting from home.

DIY SPINDLE Christmas TREE • Collect old spindles and use them to make an upcycled Christmas tree, complete with milk paint.

DIY Christmas WREATH • Deck your front door with a homemade wreath to welcome guests.

DIY Ticking Stripe ORNAMENTS • Give your Christmas tree farmhouse flair with these fun and easy DIY ornaments.

Rustic Farmhouse Wrapping Paper • Discover new ways to up your wrapping paper game this year.

Go Gourmet • This Maine-based company makes high-quality kitchenware and cooking tools.

Make a List and Check it Twice Make a List and Check It Twice • Spruce up your Christmas decorations, and get gifts for everyone on your list this year.

BARN FINDS GIFT GUIDE

Come Sit Awhile • Beat the blah bench blues with these easy styling tips.

5 Stylish BENCH BOOSTERS • The holidays are a perfect time for bench embellishments. Here are five ideas to try.

Putz Houses • Learn about the history and value of miniature Christmas houses—plus, find out how to make one!

DIY a Putz HOUSE

Home for Christmas • How to create an inviting and festive home for the holidays this year

Sparkle and Snow • Faux furs and glittering accents create a snowy farmhouse wonderland in this Minnesota bedroom.

3 Ways to Add Texture to YOUR HOLIDAY DÉCOR • Introducing different textures will help boost interest in your space—especially if you have a neutral color palette.

Simplicity Christmas • This Massachusetts home showcases Christmas spirit with small touches and bright pops of holiday color.

FARMHOUSE Gift-Wrapping 101 • Beautifully wrapped gifts are easier than you might think. Check out these top tips from Jenna Kate.

Silent Nights • Natural Christmas décor with a neutral palette inspires a relaxing haven in this Virginia bedroom.

HAVEN FOR THE Homebound • We’re all cooped up together this Christmas, so it’s more important than ever to have a calming space to escape the bustle of the house. Here’s how to create a relaxing getaway in your bedroom to ensure that all five senses experience the magic of Christmas.

Santa's Workshop • A Santa Claus-inspired theme and fun pops of color combine with touches of farmhouse charm to create a cozy and inviting feel in this California home.

DIY SCROLL Garland • Add a touch of whimsy to your décor this Christmas with a scroll garland.

Rocking YOUR RENTAL • If you’re renting, the design and layout of your home may not fit with your dream design vision, but Annette’s tips can help you get creative.

Festive Farmhouse • Christmas is a charming affair in this Pacific Northwest home with subtle holiday décor and modern farmhouse touches.

DIY Advent CALENDAR • Put your own spin on traditional décor with a fun DIY Advent calendar.

EVERYDAY Christmas COLORS • If you want to try a subtler approach to Christmas décor with no less cheer, follow these _ ve tips to decorating based on your existing color scheme.

Deck the Halls With DIY • This Oklahoma City farmhouse is glowing with Christmas creativity.

Calligraphy SCROLL • Christmas calligraphy scrolls are the perfect balance between rustic...