CREATE TRADITION & ENJOY I saved the best for last. I believe the joy of in-home Christmas excitement is all wrapped up in the core memories of the little things that seemed unimportant at the time but feel oh so big in our memory bank. After all, that’s what memories are… the things significant enough to store in our busy brains. Often when we reminisce about holidays in our past, our hearts explode with love, excitement, and probably a pinch of longing for days gone by. We work hard to keep pieces of those memories alive and well each year as the season hits. Tomorrow is a new day, and this year is a fresh holiday season to fill with joy, laughter, and treats… lots of treats! Enjoy the walks down memory lane and be sure to create some new ones along the way. We all have different approaches to holiday décor, but in the end, it will always look great and feel cozy. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
LAYER UP As with any décor setup, the best way to work through to the finish line and love your end result is to layer as you go. Take your time and start with the big items first. I love completing the tree first. This sets the stage and I feed off that for the rest of the house. Every year my Christmas décor vibe is a bit different, and I use the tree as my décor beacon. Once the tree is up, move on to the mantle, stairways, and doorways. When the big areas are complete, move on to the next layer. Accent your open shelving with subtle décor, and any open areas that may be perfect for a splash of Christmas. Keep your design principles intact when it comes to grouping, posi- tioning, and layout. To finish off your decorating, it’s important to add that cozy layer! Throw pillows, throw blankets, candles flickering to the soft background Christmas music, and, if you are lucky enough to have a chimney for jolly old St. Nick, be sure to have that wonderful fire burning. Nothing cozies up our home, warms our hearts, and heats our Christmas-filled living rooms more than a glowing crackling fire in the fireplace!
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FALL/WINTER 2022 • SPOTLIGHT ON BUSINESS MAGAZINE
SPOTLIGHT ON BUSINESS MAGAZINE • FALL/WINTER 2022
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