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Start investing in a collection - something that can continue to grow through the years and can be passed on to the next generation. Old World Santa are the perfect collectables.
2. Use a lot of candles. Nothing makes a room feel warmer and more inviting than candlelight. I recommend Root candles in a holiday fragrances.
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3. Bring the holiday celebration into every room. Kitchens and bathrooms are a great place to put scented candles and smaller seasonal knick-knacks.
4. Give your space a different look and feel for this special time of year. Rearrange your furniture so the focal point is the fireplace or wherever you hang your stockings. If you don't have a fireplace, arrange the furniture to create the best layout for cozy conversations.
5. Let your nose know it's the holiday season. Place potpourri and scented candles near your entry and throughout your house. And don't forget to bake some cookies shortly before guests arrive.
6. Choose two to three colors for your holiday palette and keep it consistent. Multiple color palettes can be too distracting. Try silver, blue and white or red and gold.
7. Poinsettias are a great way to add vibrant color to your rooms. You get a lot of bang for your buck.They are a very economical way to add color.
8. If your tree is set in a corner or up against a wall don't worry about decorating the back. This will make your decorations go further. Don't forget to hang several of your ornaments deep in the tree to give it dimension and a professional look.
The holiday season is definitely one time where "less is more" does NOT apply. Have fun and do it up big.
