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Fresh and new ideas spring to life each Christmas season as we pull out all those boxes of decorations that have been so lovingly tucked away for many months. Old favorites earn a place of honor once again, as new twists on time honored treasures find their place in the seasonal scheme. Use your imagination to artfully wrap your home in the warm embrace of the Yuletide season.

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Yuletide Yesteryear

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Oversized evergreens glowing in the warm golden light line the street in traditional Yuletide fashion.  Snow sparkles from the oversized classic red bows as they dance in the breeze.  Like a scene from a favorite Christmas card, this look never goes out of style.

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Nature’s Palette

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Nature has a way of giving us the best forms of beauty.  Gather the gems of nature into an oversized utility container to create a natural accent to your holiday décor.  Logs, pine cones and a touch of holiday sparkle transform this otherwise empty corner into a seasonal tribute.

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Jubilant Joy

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Time worn lids and pieces of wood find new life again with a touch of repurposing.  This circular wooden lid has been transformed into a Christmas time expression of JOY with a rustic flair. Distressed paint and a bit of holiday trim makes for a lovely bit of décor that would work well indoors or outdoors.

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Joyful Neighbor

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Make a joyful statement in your neighborhood with an oversized banner sporting a sparkly holiday message.  Family and passersby will feel the warmth and welcoming charm springing forth from your entryway as the holiday season unfolds.

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Lovely Lanterns

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A pair of crisply painted lanterns filled to overflowing with deep red bulbs make for a delightful table accent during the holiday season.  Garnished with a bit of evergreen and the pop of a red checked bow, use as a pair or individually for a charming Christmas decoration.

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Outdoor Opulence

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Outdoor lighting areas provide a ready-made location for Yuletide glam.  On a bed of evergreen, this vertical swag in filled to the max with a profusion of red bulbs and tied up beautifully with a sun-catching metallic bow.

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Frosty Friend

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This snowman will have you feeling warm and cozy as you make a visit to the powder room.  A snowman tank set, complete with top hat tissue box holder transforms a high traffic area into a jolly holiday space.

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Frosted

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A trio of frosted jars nestled together on a milk glass pedestal make for a lovely table top centerpiece.  Bits of natural accents and the glow of warm tea lights add a simple homespun charm and elegance to your holiday décor.

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Warm Welcome

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Greet your family and friends with the warm welcome of a pair of oversized lanterns filled with a display of shining holiday trim.  Create your own bit of charm with accent bows of a non-traditional nature for an extra pop of color.

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Sparkly Showcase

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An old wooden frame finds a new purpose when it is lovingly restored with a deep rich coat of red paint and adorned with a trio of sparkly holiday bulbs.  Tuck this accent piece anywhere you need a little bit holiday magic.  Easy and inexpensive, this homespun idea packs a big punch for a little bit of effort.

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Filled to the Brim

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A collection of clear glass vases and containers are transformed into a holiday display with the addition of metallic beads and bulbs.  The combination of gold, silver and black add an opulent quality as these pieces nestle together for greater impact.

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Very Vintage

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Old vintage toolboxes and wooden pieces are an excellent starting point from which to create a bit of country Christmas décor.  Fill with the natural elements of the season and tie on a handful of berries to add an instant shot of rustic charm to your décor.

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Step Up to the Season

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A common flea market find makes a big impact in this otherwise empty corner.  Wash a coat of paint over a time-worn step stool for an instant display piece.  Fill with symbols of the season to create a charming primitive Yuletide display in your home.

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Happy Hearth

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Your mantel is a ready-made starting point for creating a delightful Christmas time display.  A lighted evergreen garland anchors the area with a warm glow as a collection of family stockings dance across the area.  Large candlesticks supporting crisp pillar candles flank a traditional wreath on a backdrop of vintage charm.

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Just a Bit

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It only takes a just a bit of effort and just a bit of creativity to whip up holiday cheer.  Take a stroll around your home or through your garden shed to see what items you may have on hand to transform into pops of seasonal décor.  An old water pitcher, a worn basket, a pottery crock…any and all of these items are easily transformed with a handful of evergreen and berries.

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Black and White Beauty

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Use your imagination when decorating your home this Christmas season.  Let you own style show through with fabric choices that move past the traditional color schemes.  Black and white stockings and matching tree skirt make an impactful statement around this unique hearth area.

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Frosty & Fancy

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The crisp feel of glistening white against the natural deep browns of earthy elements evokes the feeling of a walk through the woods after a freshly fallen snow.  Bring that outdoor feel inside, with a collection of pine cones and graceful branches nestled in joyful harmony.  Gather together on a table top or the end of your mantel for an impactful statement.

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Silly Snowmen

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A pair of silly snowmen fashioned from old buoys or leftover wood from your last home improvement project work well as welcoming fellows near your entryway. Paint with features of your choosing and dress in hats and scarves you have tucked away for an inexpensive a delightful wintertime touch of happiness.

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Filled to the Brim

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Leave no space untouched as you fill your holiday tree to overflowing with the treasures and treats you love the most.  Transform your living area into a holiday showcase that will greet family and friends as they stop by this Yuletide season.  Textured items like a layered burlap tree skirt and twig tree topper add country elegance and charm.

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Merry Mistletoe

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A trip to the dollar store will get you everything you need to make this little beauty.  Holiday bulbs strung together and topped with glittery red bows are instantly transformed into a shimmering mistletoe display to catch your family and friends off-guard this Christmas season.

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Dressed Up

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Delight your dinner guests with a table display brimming with holiday enchantment.  A color palette of rich gold and deep red coupled with the glow of warm candlelight washes over this table while a display of natural beauty surrounds a vintage glass jug filled with pip berries.

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All Is Calm

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Vibrant LED lights pop forth from a piece of holiday signage paying homage to the splendor of the season.  Clean and fresh, this wintry display adds a graceful quiet element to a shelf or mantel area.

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Ding Dong Ding

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Beautifully displayed Christmas bulbs hanging in what reminds us of a sheet of music adorns this bannister area.  Rich colors on hearty ribbons dance across the area above the glow of a traditional lantern.

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Hap Hap Happy Holidays

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A contemporary color combination adds immediate interest and delight to this hearth area.  Joyful felt stockings await the arrival of Santa as a message of JOY shouts from the mantel in colorful detail.

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Fireside

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Your outdoor area works well into the holiday season with the addition of some seasonal décor.  Adorn the mantel with a lighted evergreen wreath for instant Yuletide charm.  Select a few oversized elements to add to your table top for instant appeal.

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Well Dressed

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This holiday table comes alive with the addition of color and style.  A series of glass containers filled to overflowing with rich vibrant red berries and luscious evergreen.  The color combination is carried through into the berry accented fabric napkins.  A well- dressed table is the heart of your holiday meal.

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Joyful Jars

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When gathered together, a collection of glass jars makes an impactful statement.  These graduated jars showcase the glistening trimmings of the season.  Bits of shining beads and metallic bulbs peer out from behind the clear glass.  Nestled together on a bed of greenery, a lovely centerpiece has been created.

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Every Inch Christmas

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From top to bottom, this hearth area is embellished in complete holiday grandeur.  A decadently adorned tree anchors the room with golden glow as the mantel display fills the wall with traditional Christmas charm.  A bit of whimsy springs forth with a “Naughty or Nice” sign.

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Merry & Manly

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A masculine feel encircles the hearth area with the adorned wall mount of an antlered deer.  Heavy lanterns and a natural burlap bow dress the mantel in manly charm.  Fabric stockings wait for Santa under the soft glow of golden light.

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Very Vintage

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A small bit of vintage charm can make an impactful statement when coupled with the bright colors of the holiday season.  A pair of graduated silver candlesticks anchor vibrant red pillar candles encircled with berries and rhinestone ribbon.  Perfect on a sofa table or on the end of the mantel this bit of charm works anywhere.

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Frosty Faces

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Gather the kids around and whip up a batch of these frosty faces to fill your table with holiday cheer.  Inexpensive white bulbs are transformed into the cheerful smiles of happy snowmen and adorned with a jute bow for a homespun touch.  Make a whole bunch and create a winter spectacle this season.

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Jingle Bell

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A vintage jingle bell gives a lovely timeworn accent to this door handle.  Adorned with a bit of winter greenery and natural elements, this small item adds a warm traditional touch to your home.

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Jolly Jingle

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Create an artful display of holiday cheer from twisted paper and a pair of jingle bells.  Tie together with holiday ribbon and add the finishing touches of greenery and berries.  Hang from a window frame, mirror or ceiling fan for a delightful accent.

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Jar of Jolly

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A clear glass apothecary jar is a fantastic basis on which to begin an eye catching holiday display.  Fill with all sorts of holiday trim to accent your décor or give a pop of color to an area.  Mix and match or stick with a set color palette to create a noteworthy display.

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Simple & Sensational

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Sometimes… less is more. A simple ring of pip berries hanging from a small piece of holiday ribbon adds a homespun bit of country charm to this galvanized pitcher.  Easy and inexpensive to make, create a whole bunch to adorn the windows in your home or perhaps to hang from the bannister in your stairway

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Treasured Trio

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The patina on this trio of gorgeous graduated lanterns adds an antique charm to the grouping. Filled with holiday greenery and topped with a bright garnishment of berries, the classic collection adds a welcoming embrace to your entryway or hearth area this holiday season.

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Regal & Radiant

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From the tippy top to the very bottom, this hearth area is emblazoned in holiday magic.  Shining down from above, a pair of lighted reindeer overlook the scene as a pair of toy soldiers stand dutifully under a well adorned lighted mantel piece.  A spectacular mirror reflects the image of a brilliant holiday wreath.

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Chilly cheer

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This small tableside area takes on an icy feel with the frosty look of a white miniature tree and glass bedazzled accents.  The golden glow of holiday trimmings adds a beautiful contrast.

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Peppermint Pleasure

A lantern filled with the red and white patterns of holiday bulbs brings thoughts of peppermint and tasty holiday treats.  A joyful ribbon tousles downward toward a crisp white pillar candle monogrammed in style.

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Happy Horseshoe

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Turned upward so the luck doesn’t run out, this holiday adorned horseshoe gives a country merry feel to the door handle of this home.  A little homespun fabric adds more rustic appeal to this time honored symbol of good luck.

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