Discover the magic of German Christmas markets in Stuttgart, Rothenburg, and Munich. Learn about Glühwein, local crafts, and 500-year-old holiday traditions.

Go to the bottom of the paper, fold it upwards about three inches. Flip the folded part back, open it up, and fold in the ...

It's easier than you think to adorn your wrapped presents with a pretty ribbon and bow. Here are three methods to try.

Turn used gift wrap into something crafty, enliven boring storage, or use it as packing material. Here's how get more use out of your wrapping paper.

If unwrapping gifts is your favorite part of the holidays, experts say the cleanup is a great time to practice recycling, giving back and reducing waste. Here are some tips and tricks.

Happy holidays! This week we’re revisiting our favorite festive stories from years past, like this one: Once, at a dinner party, I was entranced when a friend unpacked her backpack to reveal each of ...

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It’s easy to get swept up in the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. Between all the gift exchanges and work events, there’s a ton going on — so it’s only normal for your haul of gift wrapping ...

Whether you’re working with limited space or want to streamline your decorating routine, choosing the right organizers can turn post-holiday chaos into a clutter-free win.

Cash gifts and income are subject to IRS reporting rules. Gifts of up to $19,000 in cash are exempt from reporting in 2025. Those who have household employees must report cash payments that exceed ...

Julia Kagan is a financial/consumer journalist and former senior editor, personal finance, of Investopedia. Ebony Howard is a certified public accountant and a QuickBooks ProAdvisor tax expert. She ...

Household waste increases by 25% between Thanksgiving and New Years. Rules vary by municipality on what you can recycle and what needs to go into the trash.