Kathryn Walsh

This is the year—you're finally going to solve your cleaning problems! You're going to keep your space clean and organized, with as little stress as possible. But if you're going to make your cleaning goals a reality, you're going to need a plan. Most of us don't have a Monica Geller–level love of cleaning and need a little structure to keep us on track. Creating a custom cleaning calendar is how you can turn your cleaning goals into action.

Christmas is really the time when felt fabric gets to shine. It's cozy, crafty and affordable and can be transformed in so many festive ways! Want to add some retro flair to your holiday this year? Buy a pink or silver tree and set it up with a '50s-inspired DIY felt tree skirt, or create felt Christmas ornaments that will become family keepsakes for years to come despite costing you practically nothing to make them.

Is anyone else dreaming of a red and white Christmas this year? Peppermint has been on the Christmas menu for centuries, but infusing the peppermint ‌aesthetic‌ into holiday home decor is a more recent trend. Draw on the signature red and white swirl of peppermint candy to inspire Christmas decor that's whimsical and classic at the same time—not to mention easy to DIY on a budget! To get your creative wheels turning, we rounded up some peppermint design inspo from TikTok and Etsy.