Thanksgiving may be just around the corner, but it is never too early to start setting up Christmas decorations. Adorning your home with perfectly arranged decor will have your Thanksgiving dinner guests drooling before the food is even served.
Deck the Halls with Boughs of Wreaths
Wreaths are a must-have for bringing Christmas spirit. However, too many can be overwhelming. A good rule of thumb is to put one on doors leading to important areas, like an office or the patio, while holding off on private areas, like bedrooms.
Mini-DIY Activity: Homemade Wreath
Materials
- Wire Coat Hanger
- Fabric (At least 5 yards)
- Scissors
Steps
- Cut the fabric into 2in by 6in strips.
- Stretch the wire coat hanger into a circular shape.
- Tie the cut fabric around the wire hanger until you cover the entire hanger.
- Hang your one-of-a-kind wreath wherever you like!
Tinsel Around the Christmas Tree
Ever spend hours systematically filling the Christmas tree with ornaments just for it to look (for lack of a better word) obnoxious? It could be that your senses are being overwhelmed by the patterns. The constant row after row of ornaments is enough to have anyone’s head turning. An easy solution is using tinsel (or similar materials) to cover the tree at certain intervals. This quick fix can add a sense of order to your Christmas tree and save you money on ornaments.
Mini-DIY Activity: Custom Ornaments
Materials
- Clear ornaments
- Glitter
- Lightweight Paint
Steps
- Mix the paint and glitter in a bowl until you have your desired color and the glitter is evenly distributed.
- Pour the paint into the ornament, ensuring it runs down the sides.
- Have fun pointing out your ornament for all your guests to admire.
Walk in Your Winter Wonderland
One of the most subtle, yet crucial parts of decorating is scattering tiny trinkets around your house. They do not need to be loud or eye-catching, but their mere presence will be enough to bring the Christmas spirit. Decor like tiny trees, reindeer statues, candles, or even mistletoe work wonders.
Materials
- Mason Jar
- Candlesticks
- Crayons (pick your favorite color!)
- Fragrance Droppers
Steps
- Put the candlesticks into a pot, and let them melt. Once it has finished melting, extract the wick from the pot.
- Add the crayons to the pot. Note that even if the mixture looks dark, it will lighten up once it dries.
- Add a few drops of fragrance.
- Once everything is smoothly mixed, pour it into the mason jars.
- Place the candles in safekeeping until Christmas day.
Concluding Thoughts
The best part of Christmas cheer is sharing it with others. A well-decorated home is a cheerful home. After all, there is no place like home for the holidays!
