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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 →

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 →

Christmas Tree Safety Tips (2)

Are you doing everything you can to avoid a Christmas mishap? Take a quick look through our Christmas Tree safety tips to make sure that you have all of your bases covered. And don’t forget to check out Christmas Tree Safety tips (1), if you missed this earlier article. For this article, let’s focus on Christmas lights, which are one of the biggest causes of house fires and electrical shocks during the holidays. Make sure that you only use indoor lights for indoors and outdoor lights for outdoors. Some people will grab outdoor lights and use them indoors, thinking that … 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 →

Our First Snow

Today is an exciting day here in Pennsylvania. That is because we are experiencing our very first snow of the season. and not only is it any snow, but it is a gently falling, Christmas type snow that you generally only see in movies and on screen savers. Nestled here in the woods, the snow is creating a magical show for the little ones and myself. My oldest is still in school, and I can just picture him anxiously tapping his foot, waiting for school to let him out into this winter wonderland. Another reason that I am so excited … Continue reading →

Sugarplums and Gingerbread: Create a Tree Good Enough to Eat

Make it a magical holiday for children of all ages when you create this yummy tree that is as beautiful as it is delicious. Just imagine the awe on the faces of the little ones when they see a tree filled with all sorts of good things to eat, such as gingerbread boys and wrapped chocolate truffles. You can create this tree as your main tree or as an additional smaller supplemental tree. The idea also works well for anyone just starting out in their home, because the “ornaments” can be had easily. If you plan the tree out with … 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 →

Home Week in Review: Nov. 26 – Dec. 2

Thanksgiving has come and gone and we have moved right into winter and Christmas. Here are this week’s articles at a glance: Remove Musty Smells Do you have some old furniture that has been stored too long in a basement or garage? It happens to the best of us… Household Germs: Try this Hand-washing Test Are you sure your hands are really clean? Dreaming of a Green Christmas? Some environmentally friendly ideas instead of wasted packing materials… More Ways to Recycle for the Holidays More ways to use stuff you already have around the house… Fighting Soap Scum Who doesn’t … Continue reading →