Having spent so much time at home recently, redecorating for Christmas may be one of the most exciting and welcome events of the year. The simple pleasures of hanging wreaths, making gingerbread houses and decorating a tree never go out of fashion. But why not plot some fresh tracks by making your decor extra special this year? If your mind is feeling like a burnt-out string of Christmas bulbs, or if you just need some fresh perspectives, here are some tips to relight your imagination!
Professional decorators usually choose a color palette, but that doesn’t mean that everything has to be one or two colors. Rather, they observe the 80/20 rule: they make 80% of the decor follow the color pattern and let 20% deviate from it. When choosing your Christmas colors, it’s fun to experiment beyond red and green. Try out eggplant, mauve, and lavender; plunge into seafoam green, baby blue, and teal; or experiment with copper, brass, and tangerine. They make great compliments to classic red and green displays.  Â
Blend in objects that are personal and meaningful to your family. They give your decor a unique style and make the holidays more memorable for you. It could be antique ornaments handed down from your grandmother or the crafts your children made in kindergarten. They don’t necessarily have to be Christmas-related. You can just as easily add any family curiosities, like old books, favorite sheet music, music records, your grandfather’s pipe, or a pair of baby skates. Think of anything that tugs on your heartstrings, connects the present to the past, and reminds you of your family values. Â
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Whether you go for a classic Christmas look or try something new, this season is just another chance to get creative and take pleasure in creating a warm and welcoming space.
Professional designers often work with themes. Here are a few ideas for inside and outside:Â
Old styles are always a comfort and joy to revive, especially in years when we’ve stepped into unfamiliar terrain. Ribbons, bells, garlands, wreaths, candles, and poinsettias never go out of fashion. High-quality traditional decor is always a sound investment; it can last for many years, and it actually improves with age.Â
Remember when Santa was a real person, and the snow outside swirled with magic? Sink back into the enchanted world of childhood and rediscover some of its mysteries. I’m talking about elves in the workshop, wooden toys, snow globes, a gingerbread village, the North Pole in miniature, and milk and cookies. Bring your house to life like this, and your kids might actually hear reindeer land on your roof this Christmas Eve.   Â
Take a memo from Scandinavia, where reindeer herders and myths of old man winter actually come from. Borrow a bit of their winter spirit with pieces of fresh-cut firewood, time-worn snowshoes, evergreen boughs, and the red, blue, and yellow embroidery of a traditional Laplander’s coat.  Â
Why lean on Santa when there’s plenty of magic right here? Borrow inspiration from the landscapes around us, like the brick buildings of Alexandria’s Old Town, the salt spray and seashells of the ocean, the grand forests of maples, oaks, and pines that we’re familiar with. Ask yourself: what does this season look like in Virginia and Maryland? Then, bring a taste of that inside.
You don’t need a picture-perfect evergreen tree to begin your outdoor decorations. Whatever unique pathways, shrubs, and trees you already have can provide the perfect base for Christmas lights and decor. The container garden that you thought would remain empty for the winter can come back to life with evergreen, dogwood, and berry branches. The gnarly pear tree that’s gone to sleep until spring can make a stirring display of Christmas lights.   Â
Lights dazzle your neighbors at night, but your daytime display can impress them, too. Under the winter sun, full-colored ribbons, garlands, and wreaths can take the stage, as well as planters and displays of nordic skis, holiday gnomes, or vintage sleighs.     Â
At the end of the day, let your lights do the work. Expert designers take advantage of the whole range of lighting, from spotlights shining on your trees to lights woven expertly around banisters, to ground lights illuminating your driveway and lights framing your windows and eaves. Plus, professionals know how to blend different lights together for a brilliant effect. Â
The decor team at our garden centers can make your landscape glow with Christmas beauty. We provide the design, complete installation, proactive maintenance, and timely removal after the holidays are over. You don’t have to worry about mounting a ladder or untangling a single strand of lights. All of the work is taken care of by our professionals. Contact us for more information! Â
Whether you go for a classic Christmas look or try something new, this season is just another chance to get creative and take pleasure in creating a warm and welcoming space. Beautiful displays can revive old memories, make the season more memorable, and give your neighbors something to enjoy from a distance, too!   Â
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