Shopping for Christmas decoration items is not always fun for everyone. There are the long queues, similar decorations, and the headache of having to pack up all the decorations just after putting them up. For others, the fun is in the process of getting the decorations and deciding the theme for that particular holiday. If you are either of the two, then you know how much it means to have a unique Christmas décor, and this article will show you a few steps to getting your décor right.
Plan Early for Your Christmas Trees
The availability of good Christmas trees is not as assured anymore, and this only makes the mad rush for Christmas trees all the more unbearable for many shoppers. More retail stores are phasing out natural Christmas trees in favor of artificial ones, and though the artificial ones look good and won’t shed, they won’t add that timeless appeal to your decorations as you’d want. Consider planning early for your Christmas trees by visiting a local planter and getting the trees while they are still young.
If you want to make even more savings with your Christmas trees, you could in them by yourself. This idea would work best for people with a yard where they can simply plant early and allow the tree to grow, before potting them. There are several species of Firs and Pine which can survive quite well indoors so long as you give them enough sunlight and the right amount of water. As the tree grows, you won’t need to worry about the tree looking the same every Christmas. With each height added you can change your decorations as you see fit and your neighbors will actually think it’s a new tree every time.
Get Vintage Christmas Lights
Christmas Lighting doesn’t always mean the ones around trees. Christmas lights could be in the form of floor lamps with Christmas decorations, artificial candles, glass lights and even LED rope lights and even net lights. There is a lot of variety you can play with for both your tree and your home. What you are looking for is to make your entire home feel like one huge Christmas set and the more lights you have the better. Of course more lights doesn’t always mean the room will be too bright, instead, focus on getting warm lighting to reduce overall brightness. Surrounding them with gorgeously wrapped Christmas gift boxes is also a great idea. Also tale note that, because incandescent lights are warmer, they will work in your favor since Christmas is always cold.
Decorate in Phases
Most people usually ask when would be the best time to put up the Christmas decorations. You will find it’s easier to do it in small phases starting with Thanksgiving. Some Thanksgiving decorations which are theme neutral can stay, as you add little bits and pieces of Christmas decorations. The Christmas tree can come in last as you arrange the Christmas lights around it and around the house. Since Christmas holidays typically last about 2 to 3 weeks, decorating in phases will help you manage your time and to usher in the Christmas spirit early.