Let these simple, charming decor ideas from a range of small spaces help inspire you to embrace the holiday season by turning your own cozy little corner of the world into a stylish and inviting backdrop for making Christmas memories.

Dried Flowers This trendy alternative to fresh floral bouquets is perfect for fall, and Helen Ellis of Shida Preserved Flowers assures us that many of their bouquets come complete with a scent. Lavender and eucalyptus are particularly fragrant, and they’re full of naturally scented oils that can last a while, she says. Unlike candles, dried flowers can also offer a visual reminder of fall, while also scenting your home. Best of all, they’re cost-effective compared to fresh flowers, and their long life span means that their scent can last for much longer, Ellis says....

First: What Is the Kitchen Triangle? As Keith Myers, Design Director from The Myers Touch, tells us, “The kitchen triangle is based on the three main work areas within the kitchen: the sink, the fridge, and the hob [or stove/oven]. According to the rule, these should be laid out to loosely form a triangle, enabling you to perform day-to-day tasks with ease and without any obstruction.” But is the kitchen triangle rule truly essential?...

Holly shrubs and trees are truly iconic plants. Since most are evergreen and many have colorful berries, they are a boon to the snowy landscape, making them symbolic of winter and the Christmas season. Holly shrubs can be used as hedges, foundation plantings, border screens, or even as specimen plants or rain garden plants. Here are 5 common types of holly shrubs for your landscape. USDA Growing Zones: 5–8Color Varieties: Dark green foliage with bluish overtones; red berriesSun Exposure: Full sun to part shadeSoil Needs: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic...

The important part about this step is to be methodical. Don’t just start ripping open closets and drawers and pulling everything out. You’ll wear yourself out much sooner than you think, and the pile of things that will end up sitting on the floor is more likely to discourage than encourage you. Instead, use the same plan you had when cleaning, and go one room at a time. The process will take a little longer, but it will be much more manageable and far more likely to reach completion....

The first step of your makeover is the edit. Consider your bedroom with a critical and objective eye. What do you love? What is worth keeping, and what is better off donated or sold? What belongs in another area of your house? As Lindsay puts it, “The bedroom should be a soothing retreat that both relaxes and recharges you at the end of the day. Start the makeover process by eliminating anything that you don’t need and love....

Knowing the similarities and differences among the types is necessary when it comes time to fix your drain stopper or choose a new one. Some kinds of drain stoppers can make it rather tricky to routinely unclog the drain due to hair and debris. Below, we’ll break down the ins and outs of common styles of bathtub drain stoppers to help you identify yours. This type of stopper is installed by screwing a center setscrew into the threaded center of the drain crossbar....

A quality sofa should stay in good condition for many years—on average, between seven to 15 years—but how do you know when time is up? Whether your couch no longer fits your style or space, or simply has seen better days, there are plenty of warning signs to pay attention to. “By investing in a well-made, timeless piece that feels personal to you, your space can naturally evolve with you for many years,” Nidhi Kapur, founder & CEO of Maiden Home, shares with The Spruce....

With a little help from some of our favorite design experts, we rounded up their best suggestions for autumnal hues that you might not have considered in your seasonal decor. Sims Hilditch suggests pairing this pick with “artwork featuring autumnal flowers, or forage for seasonal greenery around your home to intensify the aesthetic.” Ashley McCollum, Associate Color Marketing Manager of PPG Paints, agrees: “Soft or moody greens pair well year-round with fall colors....

We spoke with three top interior designers about their rules for rug layering and how to make this trend work for your space. UK-based designer Dee Campling agrees. But along with allowing the rugs to add texture to the room, you should also consider the textures of the rugs themselves–especially if you’re layering rugs over carpet. When it comes to layering, combining textures is key. “Use a mix of textures with your rugs,” Dee explained....

Have fun with your styling, too! “There’s no reason you can’t use a cake stand for your charcuterie board,” Hantman said. “Using different heights for your display is both esthetically pleasing and functional!” Have a two-tiered coffee table? Make use of the bottom layer, too, designer Kelly Walsh offered—it’s an excellent place to set drinks (on coasters, of course). If you have a more traditional at-home work station, you can even more easily restyle it come party time....

The tent is a roomy 16-feet — that’s a whopping 56 percent bigger than the manufacturer’s 13-foot tents. The Outback Deluxe is also loaded with features that will help keep you cooler during the hot summer months including generous roof vents, an extra entrance, and zippable mesh windows and doors. And if you’re worried about bugs, each tent has Velcro groundsheet connectors that keep creepy crawlies from sneaking inside. How long does it take to put this glamping-worthy tent together?...

The key with turquoise it just to make sure that you stay in charge—make the color work for you, not the other way around. From statement-making, saturated wall paint to accent pillows, furniture, and tile, there are so many ways to add turquoise elements to any room in your home and strike exactly the vibe you’re hoping for, from energetic and funky to calm and tranquil. We love the way the designers of Villa Helios incorporated so many of the natural colors of their surroundings into this luxe outdoor space....

Now, don’t get me wrong—small is, of course, relative. When we first moved into our current London flat, it felt palatial. It might be because our first-ever apartment together in Manhattan had a sink so tiny that you had to bend down and wash your face directly next to the faucet to avoid spilling water everywhere. Or it could be because, in our last-ever NYC apartment, the center of the wall separating the living space and the bedroom doubled as a TV stand that rotated 180 degrees so you could watch from… literally anywhere because it was an alcove studio....

To call a rose a “climber” is somewhat misleading, as these plants do not have tendrils or suckers that instinctively seek to cling to a trellis or wall. More appropriately, they’re best described as very tall roses with extra long canes that can easily be secured to a trellis or other structure. While the thorny canes can hook themselves onto vertical supports, you generally need to tie the canes up the way you want....

Here are the most popular materials for exterior siding. If you like the idea of vinyl but don’t like the look of vinyl panels, another option is to have a professional painter spray on a liquid PVC coating. Made from polymers and resins, the paint-like coating is about as thick as a credit card when it dries. Liquid PVC became widely available in the mid-1980s, and reviews are mixed. The damage caused by a poor application can be devastating....