Fun, Tasty Holiday Decorating Ideas: Edible Wreaths

Who says you can’t have your cake (or cookies, candy, etc.) and eat it too? Edible Christmas Wreaths Here are some cute, easy, and tasty ideas for making a Christmas wreaths and decorations. These can also act as centerpieces and your kids will love helping you put these together (and helping you “clean up” the wreaths). All you need are some treats, some icing, a pretty plate, charger, or a platter, candles, candy, and some ribbon. You can use homemade goodies or store bought selections. Set a large plate, platter, or charger in the center of the table. Place a … Continue reading →

Grosgrain Ribbon Wreaths

Create your own personal touch with holiday wreaths that you make yourself. We have shared a few different ideas for making your own wreaths here in the Home blog. But I especially like this idea because it is a very fresh idea that can coordinate with anyone’s decor. You can make wreaths with a traditional but modern flair or you can make wreaths that are completely unique. These wreaths are just so simple to make, you’ll want to make several of them. They will give you a big impact in your holiday decorating. And these wreaths are great for last … Continue reading →

Glamorous, Dramatic Christmas Decorating

This year, a common theme in Christmas decorating designs is glamor, from shiny satin Christmas stockings to glimmering globes and baubles in bowls. Drama is another big element, as evidenced by over-sized ornaments and bold color schemes. Many current holiday designs are using textures and colors that give an essence of romance, using a combination of shimmer, sparkle, and softness. Even if you don’t plan to replace all your existing Christmas decorations, you might want to add some of these special touches throughout your home. Even if you have already started (or finished) decorating, you can add a few dramatic … Continue reading →

Top Tree Trimming Trends

What are the hottest looks that will be decorating trees this season? Here are some of the most popular ideas that we have been spotting around the country. Wide Ribbon One trend that is new but at the same time timeless is using wide ribbon (usually in a shimmery gold or silver) to decorate the tree in place of tinsel. Not only does this give an elegant look, but the ribbon is much more kid- and baby-friendly than that tinsel. Color coordinate the rest of the tree with the overall look in your room. Black and White From a really … Continue reading →

Let the Animals Decorate for Christmas

Want a whimsical Christmas decorating idea that comes straight from the wonderful world of Disney? Here is a cute idea that you’ll want to try over and over again. Have you seen the movie Enchanted, yet? With all of the previews, movie clips and interviews, I feel as though I have already seen the movie, even without actually going to the theater. One of the prevailing themes in the movie a play on the traditional Disney films with all of the helpful happy woodland creatures that are available to assist the Disney princesses. And then there are the holiday movies, … Continue reading →

Alphabet Block Wreath

Here is a cute idea for a wreath that has old fashioned charm. Use it for decorating an old-fashioned Christmas, or to decorate a nursery or child’s room. It would even make a nice gift for expecting parents! The wreath will be formed out of assorted wooden alphabet blocks and small toys. You can use teddy bears, wooden trains, small nutcrackers or anything you might have around. Wooden Christmas ornaments that resemble toys, such as a rocking horse or a little doll are especially quaint in this wreath. To make this wreath, you’ll need: A flat wreath form (you can … Continue reading →

The Upside-Down Christmas Tree

Upside-down Christmas trees are a hot thing this year. Learn all about them right here, including where they came from and where you can get one today. Last Friday, Black Friday to be exact, our family enjoyed some time out at a local botanical garden to see Christmas shows and holiday lights. We had a great time, and decided to come in from the cold for a bit to enjoy a nice meal in the gourmet cafeteria. As we were finishing up our dinners, and the kids were enjoying some gingerbread, we started talking about one of the Christmas trees … Continue reading →

The Perfect Christmas Tree

This year, I am seriously thinking of having a perfect “theme” tree. Usually, we have our traditional tree that is an eclectic mix of paper ornaments, glass balls, tiny plastic reindeer and anything that might have caught the eye of a child anytime in the last 40 years. But I also dream of another tree, one whose branches yield a more cohesive style, where the ornaments all match and everything is planned out. I have been pouring through home magazines and catalogues dreaming of the perfect decorated Christmas tree. There is the rustic cabin in the woods kind of tree, … Continue reading →

Outdoor Christmas Trees

This Christmas, why not decorate trees and place them outdoors? It is a great way to have the spirit of the season extend beyond your living room. Choose one tree or several, and you are bound to add some Christmas curb appeal to your house that will have everyone wishing they were at your home for the holidays. Two more benefits to have outdoor trees: Easier cleanup when it comes to needles and it allows even those with allergies to experience the warmth of a fresh-cut or live tree. Here are some tips and ideas that are good to know … Continue reading →

Create a Cozy Rustic Holiday Table

A sturdy log crackling in the fireplace as you gather around a cozy table set somewhere in a log cabin in the middle of the Rocky Mountains. Isn’t that a nice thought? Well you can create a rustic holiday table even if you have never set foot outside of Florida or if your Thanksgiving or Christmas table will be set in a small apartment in New York City. It is all a matter of decorating, accessorizing and setting the mood. Here are some ideas to help you create that rustic and cozy feeling of having a holiday in the mountains. … Continue reading →