H. Camille Smith

Let's toast to the holidays! Craft this tipsy Christmas advent calendar wreath to (joyfully!) count down the 12 days till Christmas. Keep it for yourself or gift it to your favorite holiday host or hostess.

Frosty is fabulous with this DIY winter wreath that you can craft for Christmas, then leave up till spring's arrival.

Located in Huntington Beach, Calif., this gorgeous home features indoor/outdoor spaces, high-end finishes and sparkle to spare.

In just a few steps, you can turn dollar-store, shatterproof ornaments into mini vases to brighten up your holiday table or to give as thoughtful blooming gifts to friends and coworkers.

Give dollar- or craft-store foam topiaries a cozy, Christmasy makeover by wrapping them in chunky yarn.

Channel your inner spellcaster to magic up a wine-dispensing cauldron along with tastefully terrifying (and delicious!) liqueur-soaked fruit garnishes.

Green up their thumbs with these take-home surprises that truly are the gift that keeps giving. Following the included instructions, your guests can plant the tubers, root starts or seeds in their yard for an abundance of beautiful blooms.

Make a big impact on a small budget with this DIY party prop that makes a stunning cake table backdrop or can act as a photo booth for weddings, birthdays, showers, graduation parties or any other celebration.

Dip inexpensive faux flowers and succulents into plaster to create delicate mini sculptures that look like pricey porcelain. Perfect as wedding favors or as a one-of-a-kind gift topper or place card.

Fruity and refreshing, this cocktail is ready to party. Whip up a big batch so you can kick back and relax while your guests help themselves to a taste of the tropics.

Just one sip and you'll agree: Bourbon + peach = a match made in cocktail heaven. Best of all, this not-too-sweet summery sip is a snap to make by macerating the fruit overnight for a perfectly peachy syrup.

Pair juicy, garden-fresh blackberries with sweet honeysuckle vodka for a colorful cocktail that tastes like summer in a glass.

Never be without a charging cord again with this totally on-trend accessory that easily clips onto your briefcase, purse or keyring.

Chart your travel adventures or highlight your family's ancestry with this easy-to-craft wall map.

Put a little science and two kitchen staples (aluminum foil and baking soda) to work to easily vanquish years' worth of silver tarnish.