Friday, October 14, 2011

Christmas Decorations for Your Home

By John Bahley


How many different decorations do you use when you start decorating your home for Christmas. What about the moose mugs from Christmas Vacation that have been collecting dust in your cabinet for the last twenty years. Lots of different things cross your mind I am sure, but there are a couple of items that come to mind and that my family uses each holiday season. There are also a couple of things to stay away from, like a 50 foot tall reindeer in your front yard. But hey, if a giant snow globe in your front yard makes you happy, then have a great time with it.

Firstly, what are the traditional type of holiday decorations that we use during this special time of year. One of the first things that come to mind is flashing and multicolored lighting. You probably have several dozen strings of the old style lighting boxed up and stored for next year, but what about LED string lighting.

With the advent of this type of LED lighting, they were just too expensive for the average consumer. But now that there are so many companies making them, the average family can now afford to throw away their standard lighting and make the decision to buy some of the new ones.

Have you ever heard of poinsettias? You probably have seen them during this time of year, but are just not aware of what they are called. They can be found at stores all over the place during the holiday season.

I prefer the red ones over the white ones. But the white poinsettias make a very beautiful addition to your home this year. Consider giving them some air and keep them on the front porch if it does not get very cold during the winter where you live.

Almost every year I buy several wreaths to put on my front door and windows. You can choose from holly wreaths or pine wreaths. And don't for get to put a beautiful red bow on it to add that festive look. And remember to point a spot light at the one on your door. It adds a special touch that most people leave out.




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