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Textured Fall Decorations: Pumpkins and More

Have you seen all the different varieties of handmade paper? Many are quite beautiful. Handmade paper is great for making beautiful seasonal and holiday decorations. *Cardstock, or poster board covered in tissue paper or even fabric will also work well. You will need a good assortment of fall colored materials, glue, scissors, hole punch, ribbon, and corrugated yarn in coordinating colors. A stapler is optional, if preferred instead of glue. Start by lightly sketching the shapes of the vegetables you would like to make onto the paper. Draw a pumpkin, zucchini, yellow squash, red bell peppers, or anything else you … Continue reading →

Simple Decorations for any Holiday or Occasion

Every inch of your home is beautifully decorated for each holiday or special occasion; well, almost very inch that is. Sometimes you just need an extra little touch here or there. There are some quick, simple ways to fix that dilemma. The first fix is making sure you always have extra candles around. When you see them on sale, grab some. It’s best to choose a neutral color so you can use them in any space and for any occasion. Then, just dress them up as needed. If you choose white or off white, you can simply wrap some festively … Continue reading →

Holiday Decorations Swap

Get rid of that tired stuff and get something in return! Host a party where you and extended family members and friends can trade for “new to you” items. Let people know ahead of time what you have in mind so they can gather up stuff they no longer need or want. Make it clear that “junk” isn’t allowed. If it’s torn, stained, or broken, they should toss it instead of bringing it along. Make this event into a party. Set aside plenty of time for it so you can visit and enjoy each other’s company. You won’t likely have … Continue reading →

Decorating for Easter and Beyond

We don’t just decorate for Christmas any more. In fact, other holiday decorations are now rivaling Christmas decorations in sales. There are knick-knacks, pillows, candy dishes, rugs, placemats, and nearly anything else you can imagine including strings of lights, for every holiday. Decorating for every holiday and season can be a lot of fun but it can also get expensive, so instead of purchasing only items that can be used for Easter, why not select a variety of items that can also be used beyond? Sure, you have to have a cute Easter Bunny, some kind of decorative eggs, or … Continue reading →

Simple Ways to Decorate for Easter

Do you decorate for Easter? Some do, some don’t, but here are a few easy ways to inject some spring color and bring in some fun items, even if you don’t go all out when it comes to decorating for holidays besides Christmas. Easter Baskets Most homes have at least a basket or two lying around somewhere. If so, grab one, and if not, pick one up at a discount or dollar store. You can find some nice looking ones, not just the plastic variety. Fill the basket with Easter grass or curling ribbon and some plastic eggs. The ones … Continue reading →