Styling up your Home for the Holidays

Oh yes, it’s time to doll up for the holiday season… doll up your home, that is. For this project, all you need is a little creativity and a few suggestions from the other people in the house.

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For a holiday home improvement project you will be needing tools like diamond blades. But for simple home add-ons, your imagination can definitely work some magic. Here are a few tips to make your home the best venue for reunions, and of course, Christmas parties:

The decors

There are many kinds of Christmas decorations. Examples are Christmas lights, balls, garland and wreath, paper decorations, holiday throw pillows, really the list goes on. Of course one of them is the good ‘ol Christmas tree. Decorating the Christmas tree is largely a matter of preference, what with the variety of styles available in the market. Some of them can be really expensive so it would be good to buy one that fits your budget.

The front porch

The front porch is the part of the house that welcomes the guests so make sure you have a welcoming front porch. The traditional wreath and garland should look good on your front door so it should serve as the guests’ first taste of Christmas inside your home.

The living room

Your guests will stay in the living room, which means one thing: it is there where they will have a closer look of your Christmas decorations. You may even hear comments from them so be sure you leave them all impressed. Those Christmas decors, scatter them all around. Be careful not to overdo it though and ensure that you do it in good taste. Instead of pleasing them, an over-decorated living room can put people off. You most definitely wouldn’t want that.

The hallway

Your guests will walk through the hallway, so be sure it is just as inviting. Keep in mind that when decorating the house, the hallway is one of the most overlooked places. Make it as magical as can be, as if walking along is in itself a treat for the guests.

At the end of the day, it is your family that is given a treat with a well-decorated home. You don’t even need to be expecting guests to put an effort in making your home dolled up for the Holidays. So don’t forget to ask the kids for suggestions!