After a long year of work, school, and extracurricular activities, the holidays are finally here! Your home should be a haven where you can relax and enjoy time with family and friends. But if you're like most people, the thought of decorating your home for the holidays can be daunting. This year, make things easy on yourself with these tips and tricks for getting your home holiday-ready.
From decluttering to creating a holiday entertaining plan, a little bit of advance planning can go a long way towards making your holidays stress-free. And when it comes to decorating, there are plenty of ways to make it easy on yourself. With a little bit of creativity and some smart shopping, you can have a holiday home that looks great without breaking the bank.
Here are a few tips and tricks to help you make decorating for the holidays a little bit easier so that you can focus on enjoying the season:
1. Start with a plan. Declutter and Deep Clean. Pull out those decorations of Christmas past or select a new theme and color palette. Decide what areas of your home you want to focus on and what you want to accomplish in each space. This will help you stay organized and avoid feeling overwhelmed as you get started.
2. Don’t try to do everything at once. Break up your decorating into smaller tasks that you can complete a little bit at a time. Trying to do too much at once will likely lead to frustration. Start with the area that is most important to you or that you think will be the most challenging. Once you've conquered that, move on to the next area. Slowly but surely, you'll get the job done and your home will be looking great for the holidays.
3. Get everyone involved. If you have children or young family members, involve them in the decorating process. It can be a fun activity for the whole family. You can make an evening of it and watch holiday movies or bake cookies while you deck the halls!
4. Get creative. Don’t be afraid to get creative with your decorating. Don't try to copy someone else's decoration style, or feel like you need to keep up with the latest trends. Pick items that you genuinely like and that reflect your own sense of style. This will make the process much more enjoyable and your home will look all the more unique. This is your opportunity to let your personality shine through.
5. Stick to a budget. It’s easy to get carried away when hosting for the holidays. When it comes to holiday meals, potlucks are a great way to lighten the load. Ask each guest to bring a dish to share. This not only saves you time and money, but it also allows everyone to show off their culinary skills. Set a budget and stick to it so that you don’t end up spending more than you can afford.
6. Keep it simple. Don’t try to do too much. Simple decorations can be just as effective as elaborate ones. One simple way to decorate your home for the holidays is to add some holiday-themed throw pillows or blankets. This is a great way to make your home feel festive and cozy at the same time.
7. Enjoy your holiday-ready home. Once you’ve completed your decorating, take a step back and enjoy your handiwork. Have a cup of hot cocoa, put on some holiday music, and make yourself at home in your beautifully decorated space.
Great article, very helpful and practical advice.