Christmas Planning Tips

There's no need to stress about the holiday season -- we've got you covered with Christmas planning tips that range from party prep to ways to get (and stay!) organized for the entire Christmas season. Start with our holiday decorating tips that help you transition your Thanksgiving decor into the Christmas season in simple ways, such as adding more color or natural elements, using both fresh and faux elements in your display, and more. Simplify your Christmas season with our easy ways to set the holiday mood, from crafting a cute centerpiece to keeping a holiday scrapbook and starting a holiday tradition. Stay sane with our holiday decorating planner, a six-week planning guide to making your home festive a little bit at a time. Remember to relax, too. Put your feet up with one (or a few) of our greatest Christmas movies and a plate of Christmas cookies. When it's all over, use our expert tips for holiday storage -- for ornaments, decorations, lights, and more -- to make sure next year's Christmas planning and festivities go as smoothly as this year's.

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5 Simple Ways to Start Budgeting for Christmas Now

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Already in the Holiday Spirit? 7 Christmas Novels to Read Now

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Check them all off before the season's over!
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The Results Are In: These Are the Most Popular Christmas Candies in Every State

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35 Pretty Christmas Living Room Ideas to Get You Ready for the Holidays

Don't stop at decorating the Christmas tree.
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Handmade Christmas Gifts: 33 Cute and Clever Ideas to Try

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8 New Christmas Albums We'll Have on Repeat All December Long

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It's Not Too Late! These Last-Minute Christmas Gifts Will Arrive in Time

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Joy to the World: Hallmark Is Airing a Christmas in July Marathon

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5 Ways to Make Christmas Morning Even More Special

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The Ultimate Holiday Tipping Guide: Etiquette Experts Share Who to Tip and How Much

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9 Christmas Movies to Watch with Your Mom This Winter

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Hallmark Channel Radio Is Already Playing Nonstop Christmas Music

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