Skip the boughs of holly and decorate with easy-to-make snowball-inspired ornaments. All you need is balloons, flour paste and wrapping materials like twine, ribbon or lace. For the full how-to, click here.
Photo, Sian RichardsIf you have the room, a beautiful garland strung with large ribbon, like this one, makes a grand statement.
Photo, Angus FergussonBunches of evergreen and magnolia leaves tied with red ribbon compliment this charming rustic cottage look.
Photo, Monic RichardSometimes less is more and in this home belonging to Alison Westlake, founder of flower shop Coriander Girl, that theory works perfectly. A single bunch of cedar tied with twine is an updated country take on a garland.
Photo, Sian RichardsTwo small festive wreaths dress up the outside of Westlake’s home (a converted church) while keeping the beautiful white doors the focal point.
Photo, Sian RichardsUpdate your garage door with an antique object, like these snowshoes, and some festive foliage.
Photo, Angus FergussonPlaid elements, an antique toboggan and logs of wood give this entryway a cozy, rustic-cabin vibe.
Photo, Sian RichardsIf you have a lot of rectangular elements on your door, try displaying an alternative-shaped wreath, like this square one.
Photo, Janis NicolayA big cedar wreath with a red bow and boughs of cedar line the porch railing and doorway of this traditionally decorated Christmas home.
Photo, Angus FergussonModernize your traditional holiday garland with these beautiful DIY feather wreaths. How-to: Attach ethically sourced feathers dipped in gold paint to pre-made grapvine wreath forms. Tip: For New Year’s, remove the garland and your home is instantly party-ready.
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