There’s something about the first frost that makes us crave the sparkle of twinkle lights and the comfort of greenery inside our homes. That crisp air, the frost etching the windowpanes, the glow of candles at dusk — it all whispers that the holiday season is near. It’s the moment when cozy layers and festive touches feel exactly right, and many of us can’t help but start thinking about Christmas decorating.
For some, that moment comes early — as soon as Halloween ends. For others, tradition keeps Thanksgiving as a fall holiday, with Christmas décor waiting patiently until Black Friday. Wherever you fall on the decorating spectrum, the first frost is a reminder that the holidays are coming, and the anticipation is part of the joy.
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Preparing your home for holiday hosting can be a joyful process. Breaking out the festive decor helps set the stage for cozy gatherings and memorable moments. And you don’t need to do anything major!
Discover how to create a welcoming environment with some simple décor tips. And if you’re not hosting this year, we also have a few thoughtful gift ideas for the host or hostess so you can show your appreciation for their efforts. Continue Reading
Christmas is a few short weeks away, and we love the high energy and excitement, as well as the warm, cozy feelings we get in the magical time before the miraculous day. We are really enjoying the trend in recent years of using lots of winter accents and greens, ensuring an easy and seamless transition when it’s time to take the tree down and pack up the holiday trimmings. Continue Reading
At holidays, special events and formal gatherings, no table is complete without a festive centerpiece. These arrangements are focal points placed in the middle of guest tables at social gatherings. Although they traditionally consist of flowers, greenery and/or candles, many people prefer using something more representative of the color, fabric, of other aspects of the overall theme.
Regardless of what they’re made of, centerpieces add a great deal to the overall look and feel of an event. And, During the holidays, they instantly bring eye-catching, dramatic appeal to your tabletops. Short on time? It’s still possible to pull together a WOW-worthy table arrangement that suits your holiday decor style. Continue Reading
If you think the Christmas in July idea is a clever marketing tactic devised by retailers in recent years, you’d be 100% wrong!! Believe it or not, this concept has actually been around for 89 years!! Who knew?! It is true, of course, that it has become a much bigger phenomenon than it was in the early days, but it’s actually had a lot of years to grow.
” According to legend, Christmas in July was first celebrated at a summer camp in 1933, when Keystone Camp in Brevard, N.C. decided to dedicate two days (July 24 and 25) to the holiday—complete with fake cotton snow, a decked-out tree, a gift exchange, and, of course, Santa.” (See the full story in Southern Living’s How Christmas in July started.)
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