Midwest Living November/December 2021 Issue

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.

Build this gold-lined slide-open box from cardstock and gold foil poster board to hold individual treats inside.

 Nicole Crowder turns treasured furniture into modern masterpieces.

Find out more about decor, materials and accessories for the Chicago holiday home featured in our November/December 2021 issue.

In these must-visit Midwest holiday destinations, lights, stories and traditions sparkle with winter magic.

During a long winter, ice-skating can have both mental and physical benefits (even if you can’t land a double axel).

Hey, sugar! These beloved bakeries go big on festive confections and holiday cheer.

Cozy up with a mug of mulled wine. Juicy or brandy-spiked, sugared or honeyed, our flexible recipe adapts to any taste or pantry.

This home’s dedicated cocktail room (#goals) serves up comfort, color, a jigger of moody and a garnish of glam.

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.

In these must-visit Midwest holiday destinations, lights, stories and traditions sparkle with winter magic.

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.

What's better than a fresh stash of beauty products? Customizable beauty products, tailor-made just for you. (They make great gifts too!)