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Christmas is one of the most exciting times of the year. But I can say for sure that the excitement could be so much that it can overrun you. And in case you are bringing some friends and family over for a backyard party, then you can drown yourself in the flipside of fun- worry.
There are several things you must consider before giving out those invitation cards or calling your friends. One of these is getting your Christmas décor in place.
However, I understand how discomfiting making this decision can be. While you may want to be perfect in every detail, I suggest you take your pen and write out how you want your design scheme to look. Do you intend to go modest, or do you want to be extravagant? What colors would fit the wall color of your home?
This is a long process. So, try and prepare probably sometime before Thanksgiving. I do that always and it works!
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Your Home is a Canvas- paint it, baby!
As you begin to decorate, see every part of your home as a possible design template.
Let this guide as you make a list of the décor supplies you will be getting at the Christmas item store. Consider your wall, the color of your floor, and every other significant color that can affect the overall outlook of your home when you put up your festive décor.
Planning would help you avoid spree spending and help you save.
So, what decorations should I pour my money into?
I think you might have to correct the opinion that sees a Christmas tree and some Christmas lights as the only festive décor you should invest in.
First, you must consider the style that you would love to introduce into your home and how it will affect the outlook of your home. You also must be comfortable with whatever idea you eventually go for.
As such, you can either go for the customary ready-made decorations in the store or you can DIY your décor in your home with materials lying around. I should also mention that some people share ornaments with their clique of friends, so they eventually have so many beautiful things in a little space.
You can equally create a design theme with nature at the center of it all. You can go for nuts, pines, snow, foliage, and maybe a fireplace (if you use heaters).
Which is nicer- a natural or an artificial Christmas tree?
As I mentioned earlier, people have different opinions on festive décor. On the question of what Christmas tree you can use, I would suggest also considering the factors around your home before picking an option.
An artificial tree will surely help you conserve space. They are designed to be portable and are mostly light, so you have less trouble with transportation. Also, you must consider factors such as your concerns over the neatness of your home, your body’s reaction to plastic, and the size of your room.
Which light should I go for?
There are two kinds of light- LED and incandescent lights. While incandescent light could cost you more because of its high-power consumption ratio, LED Christmas lights consume less power.
You must consider your cost- there will be crazy bills after Christmas. I would love it if you prepared for them all.
I want to make my décor uniform- how do I do it?
I would answer this in three words: factor in your colors. You can buy the same colors but in various shades. You can also buy different colors of the same theme of lights. Also, I propose that you take a shot at buying an artificial Christmas tree that has in-built LED lights in its branches. This will help you unify your colors as they are expertly pre-arranged by professionals.
Christmas lights are a great way to sync all your design into the perfect synergy that you desire. It does not only add a whole lot of glam to the colors you have used, but it can also help you tone down in places where you feel that you have used very bright colors.
