Midwest Living November/December 2021 Issue
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Peanut Butter and Jelly Thumbprint Cookies
These easy, nostalgic-tasting cookies are a favorite of Stephanie Simmons, the Wisconsin blogger behind Blue Bowl Recipes and author of the cookbook, The One-Bowl Baker. Use your favorite preserves--Stephanie likes raspberry. -
How to Make a Modern Fruit Cake Box
Build this gold-lined slide-open box from cardstock and gold foil poster board to hold individual treats inside. -
Meet the Minneapolis Upholsterer Who Makes Modern Heirlooms
 Nicole Crowder turns treasured furniture into modern masterpieces. -
Chicago Holiday Home Buying Guide
Find out more about decor, materials and accessories for the Chicago holiday home featured in our November/December 2021 issue. -
15 Midwest Holiday Destinations to Visit This Year
In these must-visit Midwest holiday destinations, lights, stories and traditions sparkle with winter magic.
Discover an artist, support an entrepreneur, keep your dollars local—and get your shopping done, with gifts hand-picked by our staff and made right here in the Midwest.
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Energize Your Mind and Body with Ice Skating This Winter
During a long winter, ice-skating can have both mental and physical benefits (even if you can’t land a double axel). -
8 Midwest Bakeries That That Go All Out for the Holidays
Hey, sugar! These beloved bakeries go big on festive confections and holiday cheer. -
Mulled Wine, Your Way
Cozy up with a mug of mulled wine. Juicy or brandy-spiked, sugared or honeyed, our flexible recipe adapts to any taste or pantry. -
Gatsby-Inspired Touches Raise the Bar in this Home Cocktail Lounge
This home’s dedicated cocktail room (#goals) serves up comfort, color, a jigger of moody and a garnish of glam.
Our writers and editors share their top picks for home, garden, life, food and travel. Check out great holiday gifts, seasonal events, entrepreneurs and more.
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This Classic Chicago Home is Pretty in Pink for the Holidays
With its traditional lines, sophisticated color scheme, and spaces tailored for family life and entertaining, a suburban Chicago home stays well-dressed year-round, including at Christmas. -
15 Midwest Holiday Destinations to Visit This Year
In these must-visit Midwest holiday destinations, lights, stories and traditions sparkle with winter magic.
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5 Sweet Holiday Food Gifts to Make This Season
In her festive new baking book, Sarah Kieffer (the Minneapolis blogger of pan-banging cookies fame) dedicated a chapter to food gifts. We selected five of her most enticing recipes, then dreamed up gorgeous packaging ideas for each. Mic drop—holiday style.
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6 Totally Customizable Beauty Products to Try Now
What's better than a fresh stash of beauty products? Customizable beauty products, tailor-made just for you. (They make great gifts too!)
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Build this gold-lined slide-open box from cardstock and gold foil poster board to hold individual treats inside.
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