Feeling Festive? Turn Your Humble Abode into a Winter Wonderland
The Summary: Here are Santa’s Instructions
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Jingle Bell Jar: It’s all about getting the season’s sparkle into every nook. Display your pine cones, festive baubles, or tiny twinkling lights inside glass jars. It’s like having a cozy Christmas in a bottle without the risk of trapping Santa!
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Go Green or Go Home: Nothing screams holiday like the rich, earthy scent of pine. Be it on a mantel, doors, or as table centerpieces, the touch of greenery will make your home feel like a woodland fairytale. Just avoid turning it into a forest unless you’re planning to invite some deer for dinner!
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A Classier Christmas: Over-the-top colours are so last season! Opt for a black and white color scheme for your decorations. Remember, chic and classic never go out of style – even Rudolph would approve!
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Winter is Coming: Soft, cozy, and warm textures are your best bet. Think wool, faux fur and chunky knits. Fill your home with comfort and warmth, literally and decoratively. But remember, this is not an excuse to dress like a snowman indoors!
The Hot Take: A Not-So-Silent Night
After dealing with a year that had more twists and turns than a poorly assembled gingerbread house, the least we can do is spruce up our homes for Christmas. With all that’s been going on, the prospect of turning your home into a winter wonderland probably ranks somewhere between learning to do a handstand, and achieving world peace.
But hey, we’re here to tell you that you don’t have to be a North Pole native or an unruly elf locked in a Pinterest-filled office to master a modern Christmas aesthetic. All it takes is a little bit of creativity, a dash of festive spirit, and probably a teensy bit of neglect towards your diet plan.
So, sparkle up your domestic space with hints of pine and a classy color scheme. Don’t forget the cozy textures and a boatload of hot cocoa on the side. Here’s wishing you luck in your conquest of creating your own Christmas miracles at home, even if they are just Instagram-worthy snapshots! Now, go forth and jingle bell rock your home into a festive masterpiece!
Remember, nothing says, “2021, please be better,” like a wonderfully decorated, chic yet cozy home that would make Santa himself want to stick around for a bit longer, maybe even skip a couple of houses ahead.
Original article: https://www.redfin.com/blog/tips-to-create-a-modern-christmas-aesthetic-at-home/
