Innholdsfortegnelse for December 2020 i HGTV Magazine

1 I’m going nontraditional for a holiday wreath. How cute is this rainbow one made of felt? Very! PAGE 31 2 NYC is at its prettiest in December, some would say. A wintry urban art print brings home those magic feels. PAGE 36 3 Playful twists on red and green = festive Christmas style in this teen bedroom. PAGE 80 4 Dish towels add instant cheer to any kitchen, and they’re a small enough gift to be mailed in an envelope. PAGE 93 5 No more searching for your phone charger: This organizer juices up devices wirelessly, and looks cute doing it. PAGE 21 6 Let it snow! A winter wonderland theme is a fresh take on door decor. And it’ll still be great in January and beyond. PAGE 39…

THE DESIGNER: Bari J. Ackerman of @barij (97.6k followers) “As a textile designer I love pattern and color, and I went for it in my bedroom,” says Bari J. Ackerman, who lives in Scottsdale, AZ. “I started with the deep teal velvet bed from Joybird as the ka-bang! element. Then I enhanced the tray ceiling with flowery wallpaper I designed. To balance things out, I added complementary pops of pink in art from Chairish and a tasseled throw from Kip&Co, and kept the rest of the room neutral. It all works together—with a lot of maximalist energy!”…

$914 The sleek silhouette and brass candle covers modernize a classic fixture. $399 This more trad lantern can be hung inside or outside on a covered porch. $2,780 Hand-tufted from top-notch New Zealand wool. $279 A lower pile also lowers the price—big-time. $799 Its plush back curves in to cushion and hug you tight. $349 With airier cutouts, this one looks great from behind. $128 A mix of shiny, matte, and glittery ornaments makes a door very festive. $25 Klutz-proof curb appeal: This felt wreath is unbreakable. $286 That gold leaf finish! This screen can fancy up any fireplace. $103 A black ironframed option won’t burn your budget. $140 Even when it’s off, this li’l lamp will brighten your day. $35 Plug in this night-light for supersweet dreams. $1,995 Call…

NOT BAH, HUMBUG! BAH, HUMBUG! how bah, humbug is it to not reciprocate when a friend sends a holiday card? Relax, you won’t be a joy buzzkill. “Holiday spirit is about spreading cheer, so accept the sweet gesture of a greeting for what it is,” says Elaine Swann, founder of The Swann School of Protocol in Carlsbad, CA. Keep in mind, too, that people are more than happy to show off photos of their kids. “And nobody’s really keeping tabs on whether or not they receive a card back,” says Swann. Still, a quick text or email to those who didn’t receive a greeting from you will be appreciated: “Thanks for the adorable card, everyone looks awesome. Happy Holidays to all, xoxo.” As Swann says, “The feelings behind gestures are what stick…

Throughout the issue: PILLOWS Pillows shown are often sold as pillow covers only (which will be noted in the pillow’s buying info); for pillow inserts, including sizing and buying guides, go to amazon.com/pillowflex. cover INTERIOR DESIGN Ann Lacouture, Instagram: @annlacouture6. ART Ann Lacouture. WALLPAPER Daydream wallpaper in green, hyggeandwest.com. LAMPS HomeGoods stores. LAMPSHADE FABRIC Carousel Designs, babybedding.com. CONSOLE Dolores 72"W x 18"D x 31"H mango wood, cane, MDF, and wrought iron console in natural, potterybarn.com. REINDEER Alpine 13 ½"W x 5 ½"D x 22"H poplar plywood reindeer, and 5 ½"W x 2 ½"D x 9"H reindeer in red, both designideas.com. SIDE TABLE HomeGoods stores. TOTE 22 ½"W x 6"D x 15"H jute and leather tote in aqua, ballarddesigns.com. RUG Dash & Albert Bright Stripe 4' x 6' polypropylene rug, annieselke.com.…

ultra white BY VALSPAR “I tested a lot of shades in different lighting before settling on this true white. It doesn’t have any undertones, so it’s nice and crisp next to the inky-blue banquette, and the shiplap adds texture.” —Ashley Mayes, Bigger Than the Three of Us, Springfield, MD ultra pure white BY BEHR “When my client asked me to paint her brown piano and bench, I went with the whitest white I knew for a timeless look. It took two coats of stain-blocking primer and three coats of paint! I finished by slightly distressing some of the carved wood details for vintage vibes.” —Danielle Wrishko, Just Paint it! by Dani, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada chantilly lace + respose gray BY BENJAMIN MOORE BY SHERWIN-WILLIAMS “I wanted a light and fresh…

berries + plaid There’s always a way to put a new twist on traditional elements. A classic berry wreath and a berry-filled garland next to a mix of red, white, and black buffalo checks looks super fresh! glitzy + glam Gold is even more dazzling next to pops of pink. Layer feathery garlands, decorate spray-painted white branches, and prop up an inflatable hot pink ornament (hint—mounting putty will help keep it in place). Sparkle all the way to New Year’s! pinecones + lots of green Start with rustic pieces, like a pinecone wreath and a tree-stump planter. Tie in statement accents—lime green ribbon, a bright-color leafy doormat, and one adorable white ceramic deer. You get lots of flair…naturally. shimmer + snow Glittery snowflakes, flocked greenery, and dashes of icy blue…

When Kate Arends and Joe Peters moved into this 1,900-square-foot Tudor in St. Paul, MN, in 2014, it was just them. Within a few years, there was a lovable English Lab, Winnie, skittering around and two animated kids racing from room to room (sometimes in search of Winnie). Given the whirl of joyful activity, it’s no surprise that Kate, creator of the Wit & Delight blog, was looking for a distinctly peaceful, practical home with style—or, as she says, “a place of comfort and beauty.” When it came to decorating, she turned to sleek, Scandinavian-style pieces and neutral colors, along with hushed tones of blue, blush, and green. Paying respect to the home’s almost 100-year-old history, she worked around existing beams, arches, and various funky wall angles. “We are at…

gift box cookies Store-bought square cookies (such as Pepperidge Farm Chessmen butter cookies or Lorna Doone shortbread cookies) White, blue, red, and pink candy melts 3 large egg whites ½ teaspoon cream of tartar 1 pound confectioners’ sugar Red and pink gel paste food coloring 1. Make stacks of 2 cookies; place each stack on a wire rack that is set over a piece of parchment or wax paper. Pour melted white, blue, red, and pink candy melts over cookies; let set. 2. Meanwhile, make royal icing: Using an electric mixer (with the whisk attachment), beat the egg whites and cream of tartar in a large bowl on medium-high speed until foamy, 1 minute. Reduce speed to low and gradually add confectioners’ sugar, beating until just incorporated. Increase speed to…

“Drew and I wear matching silver suits he got from a movie he did with David Hasselhoff—very celebratory! We sing ‘Auld Lang Syne’ and I play the bagpipes.”…