Deck the Halls DIY

‘Tis the season to be crafty! Why pay top dollar at department stores for your holiday home décor when you can put together fun crafts at home that are both cheap and easy to make? (Not to mention unique- nobody’s home will look quite like yours.)

The Internet abounds with articles and blog posts full of excellent projects this time of year, and we have selected 5 of our favorites. Go grab some glitter glue and pipe cleaners- we’ll wait!

Card Garland (Source: MarthaStewart.com)

Looking for an innovative way to display all the beautiful holiday cards your friends and family members have sent you? Simply glue scraps of colorful gift wrap to one side of a clothespin, clip the paper-covered clothespins to a length of ribbon or festive garland and hang above a mantel or along a banister. When you receive new cards, clip them along the ribbon- what a fun and practical decoration!

Christmas Tree Wire Ornament Holder (Source: Better Homes and Gardens)

This fun, framed wire tree and decorative ornaments are sure to make your wall pop! A new twist on the timeless tradition of hanging beautiful ornaments from a Christmas tree. For a list of materials and instructions, visit the link above.

Ornament Vases (Source: RealSimple.com)

Not particularly crafty? That’s OK, you can still get creative. Express your personal style by filling glass jars and vases with leftover Christmas balls and ornaments. A bare windowsill or tabletop will suddenly be filled with chic Christmas cheer!

Cookie Cutter Décor (Source: GoodHousekeeping.com)

Hanging whimsical Christmas cookie cutters in your kitchen area will make your home décor look anything BUT cookie-cutter! Hang them from a sign, as seen in the picture, or simply loop some ribbon through them and let them dangle from your overhead pot rack or wine rack. A simple touch that adds warmth and visual interest.

Sweet Treats (Source: LifeHack.org)

Keep it simple (and delicious) and fill glass vases, Mason jars and apothecary jars with beautiful Christmas candies. Mini candy canes, red-and-green gumdrops, candy ribbon, and even Hanukkah gelt can add a festive and yummy touch to any table or countertop.