About House & Home: Get Ready for the Holidays

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House & Home From Diane Schmidt, your About House & Home Editor With American Thanksgiving just around the corner, we're reminded that the holidays will soon be upon us and, accompanying their arrival, is that endless list of things to do. So before you find yourself overwhelmed by everything on that list, why not start preparing with some simple tips for holiday hosting, decorating and perfect-gift buying. Ideas for a Beautiful Holiday Table Setting a beautiful table not only tells your guests how much they're welcomed, but it can also express your creativity as a host. If inspiration is what you need, look no further than this picture gallery of holiday tables with ideas that you can mix and match to reflect both your taste and talents. See More About:  thanksgiving decorations  centerpieces  candelabra A Holiday Wreath for Every Door My mother always told me to make a good first impression. And what better way to do that than to welcome guests with a beautiful holiday wreath for your home's front door. See More About:  outdoor holiday decor  holiday decorating ideas  outdoor holiday lights Tips for Picking a Christmas Tree In our household my husband usually decides which Christmas tree we get and, until now, I've always let him. But this year, thanks to the helpful tips offered in this free video, I'm determined to find the perfect tree all on my own. Gift Guide: Top LCD TVs Some of you might think it's too early to get started on your holiday shopping, and if you do, think again. With Black Friday just over a week away and December right on its heels, it's time to start planning and budgeting for your gift buying. To whet your appetite, check out the top LCD TVs for those hard-to-buy-for people. See More About:  lcd tv  led  video resolution House & Home Ads Holidays House Floor Plans Holidays for Groups Holidays in NJ Book Cheap Holidays Featured Articles Putting the Garden to Bed Modern Home Styles Rehoming Exotic Pets What to Do With All Those Leaves How to Inspect Your Brakes Homemade Drain Cleaner   More from About.com 2011's Cutest Winter Boots Snuggly snow boots are essential for women who live in cold climates, but still want to put their best foot forward. More> 10 Budget Work Essentials Figuring out how to pay for a fabulous work wardrobe can be a challenge. These 10 mix-and-max essentials are all under $50. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About House & Home newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Advertisement