
12 More Things Your Mall Santa Won't Tell You
Mall Santas from around the country share their best secrets -- from how they get their beard to smell nice to how they deal with complex questions from the little ones!
Interviews by Michelle Crouch in Reader's Digest
13 Things Your Mall Santa Won't Tell You
Ever wondered what it's like to be a mall Santa --The object of adoration of kids and adults alike? Here mall Santas from around the country share their best secrets like how they manage screaming kids, sticky conversations, and that Santa beard!
Interviews by Michelle Crouch in Reader's Digest - December 2009
Saving Money on Food and Holiday Cooking
Cost-cutting strategies for supermarket shopping and holiday celebrations
By Janice Lieberman in Reader's Digest - December 2009
6 Make-Ahead Thanksgiving Appetizers
Diane Morgan, author of The Thanksgiving Table and New Thanksgiving Table, shares her do-ahead appetizer recipes for a stress-free Thanksgiving dinner.
By Diane Morgan
5 Mouthwatering Holiday Desserts
5 Mouthwatering Holiday Desserts You Can Make.
Can, carton, bottle, jar: stock these star-chef staples.
By Lauren Gniazdowski in Reader's Digest
5 Christmas Photo Card Templates
What could be more heartwarming than sending a homemade photo card to your loved ones for the holidays? Just print our cute designs and add a personal touch with your favorite family photos.
By Carly McDowell in readersdigest.com
20 holiday gifts for anyone on your list for under $50
By Liz Kennedy and Janice Lieberman in readersdigest.com
10 Affordable Gifts for the Holiday Season
Figuring out what to get the folks on your list isn't easy. And since money is tighter than ever, making every gift-giving dollar count is imperative. That’s why I came up with this affordable list that may help you with your gifts and save you time.
By Janice Lieberman in readersdigest.com
How to Repair Christmas Tree Lights: Step-by-Step Instructions and Pictures
Find and replace burned-out Christmas tree bulbs using inexpensive testers and other techniques.
by Brett Martin in The Family Handyman