Decorating Tips FOR THE HOLIDAYS
We hope this journal finds you well and filled with the spirit of joy and anticipation that December brings. As the year draws to a close, it is with great pleasure that we extend our warmest welcome to this festive, magical month. Christmas lights and decorations turn Highlands into an idyllic fairytale town. The days are at their shortest, and temperatures drop to their lowest points of the year. On the Plateau, the occasional snowfall transforms the landscape into a winter wonderland, blanketing everything in a soft white veil. This seasonal change sets the stage for a variety of celebrations, gatherings with loved ones, and the opportunity to create lasting memories.
Honor The Style Of Your Home: A vintage residence serves as an excellent canvas for traditional decorations. Weaving together fir, cedar, white pine, and boxwood to create a door garland, adorning windows with wreaths to match, and illuminating the holly with white lights all contribute to this timeless decor. Keep Your Decor Asymmetrical: When decorating a tree or mantel with candlesticks and mini trees, use an asymmetrical design. The irregular proportions can help emphasize your decor. A helpful guideline to follow when embracing asymmetry is to decorate with odd numbers. Incorporate White Twinkle Lights All Around Your Home: Twinkle lights have versatile uses beyond simply adorning a tree. These lights can create a charming ambiance around your windows, artwork, door frames, and even when suspended over your bed’s headboard. Incorporate Family Memories: Whether it’s decorating with passed down décor, old childhood toys, or past family traditions this can be a perfect way to build memories and keep the magic alive. Stick To A Color Combination: The colors can be similar to what you have already incorporated into your home, or go bold and use a complementary color combination. It would really pop against your home’s current color scheme. Decorate Your Storage: Even if your hutch maintains a minimalist look throughout the year, there’s no need for it to be austere when the holidays arrive. Enhance its festive spirit by nestling ornaments within baskets and tiered trays, then adding a sprinkle of artificial snow. Hang Garlands In Unconventional Areas Of Your Home: Creating garland from twine or even using candy canes can offer a unique twist. Explore unconventional placements, such as suspending it from a blanket ladder in your living room or artfully incorporating it into your coffee table decor.
December is also a time for reflection and gratitude. As the year concludes, many people take stock of their accomplishments, considering both their successes and challenges. It’s an opportunity to express gratitude for the blessings of the past year and to set intentions for the one ahead. December is also a month of giving, a time when the spirit of generosity shines as brightly as the lights on a Christmas tree. As you navigate the hustle and bustle of December, may you find moments of peace and joy on every corner. May your heart be filled with love, your home with laughter, and your days with meaningful experiences. With warmth and anticipation, THE MICHAUD/RAUERS GROUP
This is the last issue for the year and we will be pausing for the winter. We look forward to seeing you again the spring.
Publisher: Judy Michaud Editor: Cristina Vives Graphic Design: Puckette McDonald
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