Home + Garden Blog
Marketplace Events creates vibrant expositions connecting enthusiasts with experts, products and services. We produce consumer home shows and holiday shopping shows, for details and to purchase tickets to a show in your area, visit our show calendar.
We enjoy sharing our love of all things home and garden! Everyone is welcome to gather tips--then see it all in person by attending one of our shows for even more of the latest trends in home and garden. While at our shows, you can meet and learn from celebrity designers, shop, compare and save with our trusted exhibitors.
And the 2016 Home + Garden Trendsetter of the Year Is...
Last January we started our search for the 2016 Home + Garden Trendsetter of the Year. After sifting through entries, selecting our finalists, and seeing their presentations we've found our winner!
Home + Garden Trendsetter of the Year Finalist: Allison Griffith
It's time to crown the 2016 Home + Garden Trendsetter of the Year! We've narrowed our search down to three finalists. Meet our third finalist: Allison Griffith.
Home + Garden Trendsetter of the Year Finalist: Denise Sabia
It's time to crown the 2016 Home + Garden Trendsetter of the Year! We've narrowed our search down to three finalists. Meet our second finalist: Denise Sabia.
Home + Garden Trendsetter of the Year Finalist: Meet Serena Appiah
It's time to crown the 2016 Home + Garden Trendsetter of the Year! We've narrowed our search down to three finalists. Meet our first finalist: Serena Appiah.
6 Lovely DIY Valentine's Day Gifts
Valentine’s Day is this Sunday and you’re all out of gift ideas? Don’t worry, we’ve got some fun and funky ways for you to spoil your sweetheart.
Touchdown! 6 Festive Ideas for your Super Bowl Party
While the snacks aren’t quite as important as the snap, now is the perfect time to start thinking about the game day goodies you’re going to serve up.
Holi-DIY Ornament Contest: Terrific Trees
Before you cast your vote in our Holi-DIY Contest, try making your own ornament. These trees, made by Liz H., Birmingham Home + Garden Assistant Show Manager, are a snap to put together!
Holi-DIY Ornament Contest: Rustic Snowflakes
Before you cast your vote in our Holi-DIY Contest, try making your own ornaments! Dorothy M. shares the secret behind her rustic stars! They're really simple to make. Find out how!
Holi-DIY Ornament Contest: Stupendous Snowman
Before you vote for your favorite DIY ornament, why not try making your own? Learn how to make Lupe M.'s mason jar snowman in a few simple steps!
8 Fabulously Festive Table Settings
Whether you’re putting on a casual meal to celebrate the season with friends and family or hosting the main event, the right table setting can make all the difference at a dinner party.
Ho Ho Holiday Baking: 7 Treats to Make this Season
We’ve found some fresh and festive treat recipes that are sure to sleigh this season. Leave these sweets out for Santa and you might even get an extra gift – or two!
Holiday Spirits: 6 Fun & Festive Drinks Worth Making
This year, skip the traditional egg nog for some more fresh and festive cocktails. We’ve found some delicious holiday spirits that will have everyone full of Christmas cheers!
Holi-DIY Ornament Contest: Sweet Santas
Check out Karen A.'s entry in the holi-DIY ornament contest! These sweet wooden Santas would look great on your tree - learn how to make them here. And don't forget to vote for Karen's ornament!
Holi-DIY Ornament Contest
To help the Marketplace Events office get in the holiday spirit, we challenged our team members to a friendly DIY competition: who can make the best ornament! Now it's time for you to cast your vote!
Holiday Decor Guide: 9 Ideas for Your Outdoor Space
If you’re a little stumped when it comes to getting your yard yuletide ready, fear not – we’ve got some great ideas for you to try! Follow our advice and you could have the best looking house on the block!
Haute Chocolate: 8 Deliciously Unique Recipes
This holiday season, instead of preparing your typical pre-packaged hot chocolate, why not try something a little more luxurious? We’ve found eight delicious, original recipes you’ve got to sample!
Table, Set, Go! 6 Inspiring Thanksgiving Tablescapes
You may have your menu planned, but that’s not the only important thing that goes on your table. This year set your tables to stun with some simple ideas that are sure to complement every feast.
4 Bedroom Decor Ideas to Keep You Cozy this Winter
If winter weather turns you into a hermit, make sure you’ve got the coziest space to hide out in. We’ve got four tips to transform your bedroom decor and keep you cozy and warm until June.
8 "BOO"-zey Drinks That Will Slay at Any Halloween Party
Whether you’re throwing your own scary shindig or attending a friend’s fearsome fiesta, we’ve got some gruesome drinks you’ve got to make this year!
Ten Tantalizing Halloween Treats
If you’re hosting a spooky soiree this year, check out these terrifyingly tasty treats you should serve up at your shindig. Ditch the tired lady fingers and try some of these ghoulish gourmet goodies!