Innholdsfortegnelse for November/December 2025 i HGTV Magazine

t was six nights before Christmas, when all through the house, not a creature was stirring—but my tree sure was. On that fateful evening a few years back, my picture-perfect fir tipped over and shattered nearly all of my ornaments. But there’s a silver lining in this heartbreak. Starting fresh the next year gave me the chance to rethink my whole festive look. I realized I’d fallen into a rut—the same pink and silver ornaments in the same spots, year after year. While tradition has its charms, the holiday season lasts just a few weeks, so it’s the perfect time to mix things up. Why not try a new decorating theme (page 28), swap out your stockings (page 43), or add ornaments somewhere unexpected (page 52)? That toppling tree taught…

2000 FUTURISM Things got a little more playful after we survived Y2K! For the new millennium, we embraced bold accents, neons, and fun furniture like Karim Rashid’s Oh chair. 2001 SHABBY CHIC Slipcovered sofas, distressed wood furniture, frills, and florals hit the scene as we took a sharp turn away from the future. Designer Rachel Ashwell’s new book The Shabby Chic Home helped us nail the cozy English cottage look. 2002 ACRYLIC FURNITURE Nothing to see here! Philippe Starck released his iconic Louis Ghost chair, making way for lots of polycarbonate, acrylic, and Lucite furniture. 2003 GRAND TUSCAN KITCHENS Bored of generic white kitchens, designers started creating massive ones with Mediterranean-villa touches like ornate wood cabinetry, oil-rubbed-bronze fixtures, and granite countertops—a top choice this year, according to the National Kitchen…

Trees natural The organic branch spacing and trunk design make this one great for displaying lots of ornaments. Yukon Spruce tree, from $629 for 6ʹ, balsamhill.com snowy Dense branches with heavy flocking (aka faux snow) bring the winter wonderland vibes inside. Frosted Fraser Fir tree, from $375 for 6ʹ, quince.com petite You can pop this cute evergreen in a festive planter on your porch, or use it inside to pretty up a nook. Norfolk Island Pine tree, from $61 for 2ʹ, nearlynatural.com high tech Create festive effects like rainbows and fireworks with an app that connects to this pre-lit tree. App-Controlled tree, The Holiday Aisle, from $170 for 6ʹ, wayfair.com pencil The narrow profile makes this lush beauty perfect for a corner or a small apartment. Slim Mountain Pine tree,…

Tourists North Adams, MA The lodge at this hip Berkshires property feels like a cool friend’s house—and sipping a cocktail by the fire here is a perfect way to spend a winter night. Soft low-slung leather sofas, raw wood tables, and Scandinavian chairs all invite you to slip in and stay awhile. Designer Julie Pearson chose the natural aesthetic to reflect the wooded surroundings. from $290 per night, touristswelcome.com Hotel Jerome Aspen, CO This Aspen hotel was built during the town’s silver boom in the late 1800s, and the lobby has been a local gathering spot ever since. The space perfectly captures the iconic ski town’s style ethos: rustic but upscale. Designer Todd A. Lenahan struck a balance between the two by mixing Chesterfield sofas and plush velvet chairs with…

LIVING ROOM A bold botanical wallpaper from House of Hackney establishes the color palette in this space, making way for a sectional from Maiden Home, a tile and wood coffee table from 1stDibs, and a paper thread pendant from Ponce Studio. Nadia and David Youngson first visited Ojai, CA, on vacation eight years ago, and they fell in love with the area’s rugged mountains and legendary sunsets. “I’m into horses and David is a mountain biker, so we were drawn to the lifestyle here,” says Nadia. They eventually bought this 1,300-square-foot Spanish bungalow as a winter escape from their home in British Columbia, and they looked to the landscape for design inspiration. “We wanted to bring the rusty hues and rich textures inside,” Nadia says. Working with designer Kirsten Blazek,…

Check out Holiday Baking Championship Mondays at 8 p.m. ET on Food Network. Peppermint Sugar Cookies MAKES: about 48 FOR THE COOKIES 2½ cups all-purpose flour, plus more as needed¾ teaspoon baking powder¼ teaspoon salt2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature½ cup granulated sugar¼ cup honey1 large egg1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract FOR THE ICING 2 tablespoons meringue powder1 1-pound box confectioners’ sugar5 to 6 tablespoons waterRed food coloring (optional)Crushed peppermint candies, for topping 1. Make the cookies: Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Beat the butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl with a mixer on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in the honey, egg, and vanilla until smooth. Reduce the mixer speed to low; beat in…

florida sunrise BY BEHR “This color brings all the happy vacation vibes, especially when you pair it with bohemian accents. It’s reminiscent of Spanish colonial and Caribbean-style home colors but with a modern twist.” —Stephanie Watkins, @casawatkinsblog, Aberdeen, MD forest floor BY BENJAMIN MOORE “Even though this green is deep and dramatic, it is versatile because it shifts with the light. It’s bright and inviting during the day, and warm and cozy at night when it’s lit by the sconces and chandelier.” —Jill Goldberg, @hudsoninteriordesigns, Boston tropical teal BY DUNN-EDWARDS “This rich turquoise is simultaneously vibrant and refreshing. When we applied it to this home’s Hollywood Regency–style front doors, it took on an added layer of glamour.” —Christopher Kennedy, @christopherkennedyinc, Palm Springs, CA parisian red BY BENJAMIN MOORE “A monochromatic…

how bad is it to eat a gingerbread house? If the house has been sitting out all month, it might taste stale, but it shouldn’t hurt you—unless you crack a tooth on a hard gumdrop! Gingerbread houses from a kit typically don’t go bad; everything just gets really dry. If you made your own royal icing, check for any sour smells before you dig in, and toss the house after the season. NOT SO BAD! how bad is it to mix artificial firelogs and real logs in a fireplace? Artificial logs (such as Duraflame) are made of recycled-wood sawdust, wax, and other materials, and adding real wood to that mixture can create excess heat that your fireplace wasn’t designed to withstand. The extra wood could also cause the artificial log…

$279 This mounted deer head is carved out of sustainable mango wood. Stag head, potterybarn.com $1,232 This comfy barrel chair has a wide seat and sturdy dark walnut legs. Foundry Select Lennox chair, wayfair.com $1,528 You can be your own designer and choose from 54 colors for this squiggly rug. Sculpted Edge 5ʹ x 8ʹ rug, shop-jubi.com $30 This DIY deer arrives flat: Just fold along the lines to bring it to life! Deer head kit, papercraftworld.com $599 Fluffer faux shearling and a narrower shape make this one extra cozy. Spara chair, tovfurniture.com $162 Viscose detailing adds just the right amount of shimmer to this tufted wool pick. Safavieh Amy 5ʹ x 8ʹ rug, walmart.com $1,449 This alabaster and brass chain light is meant to look like a pearl necklace.…

“I love turning a photo into a custom ornament! Just upload it and choose your design. Instant keepsake!” “Each of these 50 cards will give you a fun grazing board idea. Pull one, get the ingredients, and start building. Entertainers will love it!” “Who doesn’t need to charge on the go?! This slim power bank has cables that fit just about any device.” “Everyone needs this mini marvel in their car. It features a dozen tools and takes up almost no space.” “My in-laws always put small flashlights in our stockings. I’m borrowing this idea now—they’re so great to have on hand!” “There are three challenging puzzles in this small wooden box that’ll keep someone entertained for hours.” need a new stocking?…

When Renee and Keith Butala decided to redo their Chicago kitchen, they already had the theme in mind: the great outdoors. The couple are National Park super fans—Renee grew up road tripping to the parks, and they’ve taken their kids, Ava, 10, and Conrad, 7, to 10 parks so far. Now the crew loves to hike, scramble up rocks, and splash in creeks every chance they get. Renee (a teacher) and Keith (who works in banking) called in Chicago designer Carly Pokornowski Moeller to help create a kitchen that would feel like an oasis in the middle of the city. Together, they focused on maximizing storage while bringing in the colors and calm of the outdoors. “It has the feeling of nature,” says Renee, “but it’s also a little adventurous—and…

Scorpio Oct 23–Nov 21 Success isn’t linear, but your trademark determination ensures you’ll get there, detours and all. Let this curvy pick serve as a reminder to trust the path. Geometrical candle, $20 for 2, thesimpleflairshop.etsy.com Sagittarius Nov 22–Dec 21 You can be idealistic and generous, and sometimes promise more than you can deliver. Look to this candle to help keep those offers in check. Hay Pattern candle, $25, store.moma.org Capricorn Dec 22–Jan 19 The universe is nudging you to raise your profile! Mirror this pedestaled pick and stand out above your peers. You’ve earned recognition. Stack candle, $23, yodandco.com Aquarius Jan 20–Feb 18 You’re on fire right now: For creativity and innovation, the sky’s the limit! Channel that spirit into a new DIY or reno project. Sky candle, $12,…