/LJKW8SWKH6WUHHW Dowsing Christmas lights along homes and landscapes has been an ongoing tradition for years. It’s even become a friendly competition for neighborhoods to take part in; extravagance is often the focus. Whether you’re up for this over-the-top frenzy, or interested in a simpler design, incorporating lights into your holiday home décor is a must. To achieve a welcoming look for a fraction of the time, string lights around a long strand of garland and drape around the perimeter of your front door. To FRPSOHWHWKHORRNDGGDUWLȴFLDOUHGEHUULHVRUPLQLDWXUHERZVWKURXJKRXW
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Christmas Ornaments Every year, try to buy a new ornament for each person in the family. This is a great way to celebrate the years that have gone by and reminisce on happy memories. Year after year, your tree will be covered in XQLTXHRUQDPHQWVIURPWKDWVSHFLȴFSRLQWRIWLPHLQOLIHΖI\RXUWUHHLVPRUHIRUPDODQGDOUHDG\KDVD VWULFWGHVLJQȴQGDGLHUHQWVSDFHWRGLVSOD\\RXUDQQXDORUQDPHQWV
Family Photos Sending out family photos is a common tradition during the holiday season. A great way to enjoy the portraits sent your way is to display them throughout your home. All you need to do is hang a thin piece of string along a wall and attach the photos with clothespins. This easy do-it-yourself project is a great way to celebrate the lives of your dearest loved ones. Also, your houseguests will love to look at them! If your family has a collection of annual holiday photos, display those in a group to see the transformation over the years!
MY HOME LIFE - 13 - WINTER 2016
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