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DIY Decor, Guilty-Pleasure Playlists, Xmas Hikes: Sunset Editors’ Favorite Holiday Traditions

Here are the merry and bright traditions Sunset editors are upholding this holiday season

December 9, 2019

December 10, 2019

Lifestyle

Westward Drifting

Sunset’s truck-driving, metal-working editor in chief reflects on how holiday traditions change with time and geography—but his love for Mariah Carey is eternal

November 19, 2019

Lifestyle

11 Easy Ideas for the Ultimate Hygge Staycation at Home

If you’re homebound this winter, make it special with these easy, oh-so-cozy touches

November 7, 2018

November 13, 2019

Lifestyle

Discover This Bottle, Peep That Print, and More Things to See and Do This Week

The West is a big, big place, and every week our staff is all over it, digging up the shops and restaurants, beaches and trails, performances and, well, phenomena that make the region so vibrant. Here’s the Best of the West this week

November 4, 2019

Great Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List

Home & Garden

Gifts for the Gardener

Make your favorite green thumb's holiday merry and bright

November 6, 2013

December 10, 2019

Home & Garden

Gifts for the Tech Fan

These tech gadgets make for thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list

November 8, 2016

December 10, 2019

Food & Drink

Gifts for Foodies

Handmade kitchen gadgets, delectable treats, and more gifts for the gourmand or avid home cook

November 7, 2013

December 10, 2019

Home & Garden

Gifts for the Home

This holiday season, provide comfort and joy to your loved one’s sanctuary

November 10, 2015

December 10, 2019

DIY Holiday Decor the Kiddos Can Make

DIY Projects

How to Make a Milk Carton Village

For an easy kids' holiday craft, create a charming urban nighttime street scene with emptied milk cartons and craft paint

November 16, 2017

December 3, 2018

DIY Projects

How to Make a Santa Ornament

Make this cheeky Santa ornament with the kiddos to add cheer to your family Christmas tree

November 16, 2017

December 10, 2018

DIY Projects

How to Make Splatter Gift Wrap

Don't stress about making a mess with this easy, kid-friendly wrapping paper DIY

November 16, 2017

December 12, 2018

DIY Projects

How to Make a Holiday Paper Crown

These DIY paper crowns add whimsical cheer to your family holiday celebration

November 10, 2017

December 19, 2018

More Ideas

Lifestyle

Explore These Exhibits, Adopt Those Puppies and Kittens, and More Things to See and Do This Week

The West is a big, big place, and every week our staff is all over it, digging up the shops and restaurants, beaches and trails, performances and, well, phenomena that make the region so vibrant. Here’s the Best of the West this week

November 25, 2019

November 28, 2019

Tech

Sunset’s 2019 Smart Home Awards Winners

From a booming portable speaker to a solar backyard lantern, here is everything you need to raise your home’s IQ this season

November 20, 2019

November 26, 2019

Home & Garden

Gifts for the Tech Fan

These tech gadgets make for thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list

November 8, 2016

December 10, 2019

Tech

The Newest Smart Gadgets Make Music, Lighting, and Wall Art So Much Better

From a new portable speaker to smart filament lights, these brand-new launches are too good not to share.

September 9, 2019

September 18, 2019

Lifestyle

Book This Feast, Dunk That Bread, and More Things to See and Do This Week

The West is a big, big place, and every week our staff is all over it, digging up the shops and restaurants, beaches and trails, performances and, well, phenomena that make the region so vibrant. Here’s the Best of the West this week

November 18, 2019

November 19, 2019

Travel

Gifts for All Types of Travelers

From classy luggage to cool accessories, make your favorite traveler's holiday complete

November 6, 2013

December 10, 2019

Gifts & Shopping

Gifts for the Outdoor Adventurer

Kit out your favorite adventurer with this useful—and stylish—gear

October 26, 2017

December 10, 2019

Wellness

Gifts for the Wellness Seeker

Bring balance, beauty, good health, and great scents to your loved ones

November 14, 2019

December 10, 2019

Lifestyle

Grab This Snack, Peep That Art, and More Things to See and Do This Week

The West is a big, big place, and every week our staff is all over it, digging up the shops and restaurants, beaches and trails, performances and, well, phenomena that make the region so vibrant. Here’s the Best of the West this week

November 12, 2019

Home & Garden

Gifts for Parents

Your parents will no longer be the hardest people to shop for

October 12, 2017

December 10, 2019

Home & Garden

Gifts for Couples

Gift cards are great and all, but why not go the extra mile?

November 3, 2016

December 10, 2019

Home & Garden

Gifts for Kids

Charming toys, decor, and accessories for babies to teens

November 4, 2016

December 10, 2019