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Some Innovative Ways to Show Off your Christmas Decorations

 
 

If someone told you to imagine a Christmas ornament, would you automatically imagine a bauble hanging from your Christmas tree? Most people would, but nowadays, there are a lot more to Christmas ornaments than the ones you hang on trees.  There are all kinds of festive decorations to be found which can add a sense of Christmas spirit to every part of your home.

Hang Decorations All Over Your House

Christmas Ornament Most decorations have been designed to be hung, but this does not limit them to being hung from your Christmas tree. There can be hung from windows and doorways and basically anywhere else that you want to add a bit of color. If you do hang them from doors, it is important to remember not to hang them too low otherwise you will bump your heard every time you walk through the door. It is up to you what color scheme you use, if you want to use one at all, although decorations do look better if they are in a theme of some sort. Mantle-pieces are great places to decorate and you can use some truly stunning ornaments to brighten up the fire. 

Baubles also look great when they are gathered together and put into festive looking bowls or baskets. They do not always need to hang down. You can add a few pinecones and cinnamon sticks to really give it a festive flavor. It is also possible to use round ornaments to create festive topiaries. All you need to do is attach the ornaments to a foam ball; place a stick in the bottom and put it in a themed pot. This also works well will wreathes and candles.  If you are on a budget, it may be worth trying to get hold of the little glass balls. There can always be found in the sales after the holidays are over so you can have a truly stunning display next year for next to nothing.

Christmas ornaments continue to grow in popularity and now it is not all about tacky cheap decorations, but more about class and style. You can get some very classy ornaments which will brighten up your home no end for the holiday season. All you need to do is use a little bit of creativity – you don’t even need to have a tree anymore. The main thing is to have a happy holiday and enjoy the decorations and spirit.

2 small Pink FLAMINGO mini Lawn Ornaments YARD art decor NEW
Pink Flamingo Lawn Yard Ornament w/ Clothes costume Outfits Seasonal Decorati...
Average Customer Rating: 3.5
Review (rating: 4):
These outfits will definitely grab the neighbors' attention. Even a UPS driver left us a note when dropping off a package saying how much she loved our flamingo's outfit. These ensembles are complete with accessories (beards, hats, necklaces, etc.) which makes them even better.

Included are outfits for every season/holiday. I don't think there has been a time where I couldn't find an appropriate costume.

The flamingo that is included in the set is kind of ugly and has a cheaper quality than most other yard flamingos, so I don't use it. I dress up another flamingo that I already own, which would probably explain why the outfits don't fit very well. They are a bit loose and can shift into less attractive positions. The hats and head accessories don't stay on and I have to double loop the elastic band around the head - an easy fix.

The quality is not bad. You get what you pay for. I've only gone through the costumes once, but nothing has broke yet. However, I would try to keep the outfits out of the elements as much as possible to extend the lifespan (under your roof's eave, in the shade, blocked from the wind, etc.).

Overall, I would recommend this. The costumes are cute and are good for a laugh.

Bucilla 86017 Felt Aplique Stocking- Tree Trimming
Amazon Price: $16.99
Average Customer Rating: 4.0
Review (rating: 5):
Cute stocking. I bought it for my mother who makes one for each of the grand-kids to have at her house for Christmas.

Sledding Friends W/Musical Chip Stocking Felt Kit
Average Customer Rating: 5.0
Review (rating: 5):
This is a great stocking, it looks beautiful, but it is ALOT of work. There are over 90 pieces that need to be embroidered, sequined and stuffed. I thought that the characters semi-assembled. I
should have started it in July...LOL

Bucilla 86055 Felt Aplique Stocking- The Procession
Amazon Price: $16.99

 
 
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