Holiday Gift Guide

Wrapped holiday giftsKana Okada

Unique gift ideas, creative wrapping solutions, and wow-worthy projects for homemade presents.

Holiday Tipping Checklist

How much is standard to tip at the holidays? Use the following guide.

  • Building superintendent: $20 to $100, depending on how responsive and helpful your super has been.
  • Doorman: $20 to $100. If there are multiple doormen, $15 or more for each is fine; if you have only one, then the higher end of that range is more appropriate, especially if he is friendly and does a lot for you. The average holiday tip is $50.
  • Elevator operator/other building staff: $20 to $50. Check with your building association to see if there is a holiday tip pool that is shared by all of the building’s employees.

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How To: Make a Curly Bow

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Quick Tip

At the end of each holiday season, cut up the cards you received (except those you want to save, of course) for use as gift tags next year.

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