Antique-Silver Snack Bowl
What an easy and fun decoration. Fill the bowl up with holiday potpourri, ornaments, pinecones or some fall fruit such as apples.
This look is functional and easy while using stuff that you already have. First search your cupboards for a nice bowl or invest in a new one like this antique silver bowl. Minimal assembly required.
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This look is functional and easy while using stuff that you already have. First search your cupboards for a nice bowl or invest in a new one like this antique silver bowl. Minimal assembly required.
What an easy and fun decoration. Fill the bowl up with holiday potpourri, ornaments, pinecones or some fall fruit such as apples.
The Dinner Table
There's no need to put a dent in your wallet with expensive flowers. Allows for a nice touch on the dinner table without blocking the view of your guests across one another.
Fill several glass vases or silver mint julep cups with one type of white flower (roses, carnations or tulips), or greenery(eucalyptus berries) and display them down the center of the table.
http://www.crateandbarrel.com/decorating-and-accessories/vases/sid-small-vase/s150439
Fill several glass vases or silver mint julep cups with one type of white flower (roses, carnations or tulips), or greenery(eucalyptus berries) and display them down the center of the table.
There's no need to put a dent in your wallet with expensive flowers. Allows for a nice touch on the dinner table without blocking the view of your guests across one another.
Baking cup paper
Did someone say school treats or a holiday party?
Holiday decorated baking paper.
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/30188053/
Holiday decorated baking paper.
Did someone say school treats or a holiday party?
Storage tin with lid
You can also use to create a personal gift basket with treats filled in the can along with various other goodies.
Storage tin with lid, set of 3, Suitable for coffee, tea and other groceries. Space-saving; small sizes can be stacked in the larger sizes.
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/50188943/
Storage tin with lid, set of 3, Suitable for coffee, tea and other groceries. Space-saving; small sizes can be stacked in the larger sizes.
You can also use to create a personal gift basket with treats filled in the can along with various other goodies.
Pastry cutter
I've personally bought these and have enjoyed making my holiday pastries and cookies with these. Easy to use.
Set of 6 Pastry cutter
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/80188060/
Set of 6 Pastry cutter
I've personally bought these and have enjoyed making my holiday pastries and cookies with these. Easy to use.
Decorated Bottle with stopper
A great way to keep you and your guests hydrated during your holiday parties.
Bottle with stopper
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/30188939/
Bottle with stopper
A great way to keep you and your guests hydrated during your holiday parties.
Champagne flute
Perfect to use for Holiday parties and even a New Year's Eve toast!
Champagne flute, Mouth blown; each piece is unique.
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/30188067/
Champagne flute, Mouth blown; each piece is unique.
Perfect to use for Holiday parties and even a New Year's Eve toast!
Snowflake Tray
Can be used for dinner parties or the occasional breakfast in bed mornings.
Snowflake tray
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/40188590/
Snowflake tray
Can be used for dinner parties or the occasional breakfast in bed mornings.
Table decoration
A great and inexpensive way to decorate your side tables or office area.
Table decoration, Uses LEDs, which consumes up to 80% less energy and last 20 times longer than incandescent bulbs. Gives a warm, cozy glow and spreads the holiday atmosphere in your home.
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/40213844/
Table decoration, Uses LEDs, which consumes up to 80% less energy and last 20 times longer than incandescent bulbs. Gives a warm, cozy glow and spreads the holiday atmosphere in your home.
A great and inexpensive way to decorate your side tables or office area.
STRÅLA Floor lamp
Great for kids who need a night light or just a lamp for their bedroom. Gives you a little holiday charm.
STRÅLA, Floor lamp, Gives a soft mood light. Gives a warm, cozy glow and spreads the holiday atmosphere in your home.
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/90218764/
STRÅLA, Floor lamp, Gives a soft mood light. Gives a warm, cozy glow and spreads the holiday atmosphere in your home.
Great for kids who need a night light or just a lamp for their bedroom. Gives you a little holiday charm.
Deck the Halls
A great way to decorate your tables throughout the house!
Beautiful silver and gold inspired decorations. Easy to create with leftover ornaments and empty flower vases.
http://sadieandstella.blogspot.com/2010_11_01_archive.html
Beautiful silver and gold inspired decorations. Easy to create with leftover ornaments and empty flower vases.
A great way to decorate your tables throughout the house!
10 Candles For The Holidays | Apartment Therapy Re-Nest
A nice and simple decoration!
http://www.re-nest.com/re-nest/-160502
Suggested by Jackie:
A nice and simple decoration!
Edible Snowman Favors
There’s nothing like a delicious homemade favor to give your party a warm and cozy feel! These cute edible snowman favors also make great projects for school winter parties and all types of gatherings whether your guests are young, old, or in-between.
http://shindigzparty.wordpress.com/2011/11/01/edible-snowman-favors/
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There’s nothing like a delicious homemade favor to give your party a warm and cozy feel! These cute edible snowman favors also make great projects for school winter parties and all types of gatherings whether your guests are young, old, or in-between.
Christmas Candy Topiaries
This is a fun, candy inspired Christmas decoration that does not cost very much and will cost you very little time, precious time that is difficult to come by in the month of December.
http://shindigzparty.wordpress.com/2011/11/03/christmas-candy-topiaries/
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This is a fun, candy inspired Christmas decoration that does not cost very much and will cost you very little time, precious time that is difficult to come by in the month of December.
DIY Star Garland | The Handmade Home
This is a cute DIY project...seems like it will take some time but this blog post breaks all the steps down for you.
When I got the west Elm catalog in the mail before Thanksgiving, I was oogling over these cutsie little star garland thingies via David Stark. I thought it was the most precious little design, and I’ve just come to the apparent realization that I hav...
http://www.thehandmadehome.net/2009/12/diy-star-garland/
When I got the west Elm catalog in the mail before Thanksgiving, I was oogling over these cutsie little star garland thingies via David Stark. I thought it was the most precious little design, and I’ve just come to the apparent realization that I hav...
Suggested by Jackie:
This is a cute DIY project...seems like it will take some time but this blog post breaks all the steps down for you.
Folding Christmas Stars tutorial {Guest Post} | Skip To My Lou
This is a cute, simple idea for making a holiday garland...seems fairly easy too!
Please Welcome Rena from The Cheese Thief who is sharing a great tutorial with us today! I am going to show you how to fold little stars with cellophane
http://www.skiptomylou.org/2011/12/03/folding-christmas-stars-tutorial-guest-post/
Please Welcome Rena from The Cheese Thief who is sharing a great tutorial with us today! I am going to show you how to fold little stars with cellophane
Suggested by Jackie:
This is a cute, simple idea for making a holiday garland...seems fairly easy too!
Video: How to Make Christmas Tree Garlands Using Holiday Ribbon
Ribbon garlands add sparkle to holiday decor and are just as easy to make as construction paper versions -- so the kids can have fun making them and you get a garland with some bling! Inexpensive glue dots are the secret to making these looped garlands stay together, plus they're mess-free!
Here's a twist to a holiday decorating tradition! Visit http://www.KidSmartLiving.com for printable instructions on how to make fancy versions of looped and ...
http://youtu.be/VOpi7lByzk0
Here's a twist to a holiday decorating tradition! Visit http://www.KidSmartLiving.com for printable instructions on how to make fancy versions of looped and ...
Suggested by Krista, KidSmartLiving.co:
Ribbon garlands add sparkle to holiday decor and are just as easy to make as construction paper versions -- so the kids can have fun making them and you get a garland with some bling! Inexpensive glue dots are the secret to making these looped garlands stay together, plus they're mess-free!
Egg Soaps & Soap Ornaments
These hand crafted soaps are all natural and use farm fresh free range chicken eggs! Available in a variety of scents, shapes, and sizes as well as gift basket arrangements these make great gifts, or indulge yourself with these spa quality soaps. There are even soap ornaments that will look gorgeous on your tree. Volume discounts available.
http://www.hennypennysoaps.com
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These hand crafted soaps are all natural and use farm fresh free range chicken eggs! Available in a variety of scents, shapes, and sizes as well as gift basket arrangements these make great gifts, or indulge yourself with these spa quality soaps. There are even soap ornaments that will look gorgeous on your tree. Volume discounts available.
GEMSTONE ORNAMENTS
Tara Teipel’s magnificent holiday tree ornaments are not only eye candy but contain healing properties. Hand crafted out of moss, real Apatite gemstones, crystals and peacock feathers, the ornaments are little artistic wonders. Considered to be an inspirational stone enhancing communication, Apatite promotes bone health and relieves arthritis.
http://www.wabisabigreen.com/home-decor-and-gifts/gemstone-ornaments.html
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Tara Teipel’s magnificent holiday tree ornaments are not only eye candy but contain healing properties. Hand crafted out of moss, real Apatite gemstones, crystals and peacock feathers, the ornaments are little artistic wonders. Considered to be an inspirational stone enhancing communication, Apatite promotes bone health and relieves arthritis.
CHRISTMAS CRABS
Enjoy hand crafted holiday cuteness! These Christmas Crabs are glazed in green crackle, planted with sedum tinged in red and topped off with an adorable tiny silver sand dollar for the perfect coastal living touch. The sea theme succulent planters make the perfect precious little hostess gift and/or festive tabletop decoration.
http://www.wabisabigreen.com/home-decor-and-gifts/ceramic-succulent-planters.html
Suggested by Wabisabi Green:
Enjoy hand crafted holiday cuteness! These Christmas Crabs are glazed in green crackle, planted with sedum tinged in red and topped off with an adorable tiny silver sand dollar for the perfect coastal living touch. The sea theme succulent planters make the perfect precious little hostess gift and/or festive tabletop decoration.
