Christmas has a sound-it's in the carols, friendly greetings and overall undercurrent of joyfulness. Simply put, it's a magical time of the year. Glitter, sparkle and all things fabulous takes precedence during this season; you are not looking to waste this opportunity now would you? You probably have planned every last mistletoe and glitter in your home; but have you mapped out your front yard yet? It's time to roll up our sleeves and get into the business of fun with awesome outdoor Xmas decorations.
All right then, let's get it on shall we? Challenge yourself and let your children in on this project. Yes that's right; you're crazy, boundary deficient, energetic and sometimes annoying little angels. They love Christmas and it will be a good time as any to bond with them. You might be surprised how stretched your heart (and wallet) will be after this experience.
Agree on a general theme to base all your outdoor Xmas decorations on. Remind people on the true meaning of the season by setting up a beautiful Nativity scene in your softly lit front yard. Figurines or cut outs of angels, shepherds with their sheep, and wise kings can be appropriately positioned all across the yard to making its way to pay homage to the infant Savior-it will be your homage to Him as well.
How does a Santa Claus setting sound to you? You can have him landing on your roof with his posse of reindeers; or set up the front part of your house as a chilly, toy-making North Pole factory. Incorporate christmas tree themes into it by designing an icy christmas tree of blue, silver and white ornaments. Attach little tin icicles on the tips of the tree's boughs for an added effect.
Depending on the neighborhood, you can also design a few outdoor trees with edible accessories hanging from them. String popcorn or cranberry and wind these strands prettily across the tree. Hang candy canes and ribboned little treats on the boughs of the tree. Just remember that you need to space the christmas lights well when you decorate. Keep the sizzle in the kitchen not on your tree. When you go for the food inspired creations, let your imaginations loose and don't hold back.
You don't even have to keep to the traditional images of Christmas. Push the envelope and see where your creativity will take you. How about a 50's inspired holiday theme? Have cutouts of iconic men and women of this era and have them strewn around your lawn in holiday fashions. Do you have kids who are so into Disney? Then have a mini Disneyland in your front yard with characters all in Santa hats. Simulate snow by sprinkling Styrofoam balls all over the place.
It might have been a particularly hard year, I don't know. What I do know is you can still nurture the simple joys of life starting this Christmas. Start with your outdoor Xmas decorations; not only will you catch the Spirit of Christmas-you will be a conduit for it to the people who are fortunate enough to look upon your special works of art. Have a wonderful and meaningful holiday this year!
All right then, let's get it on shall we? Challenge yourself and let your children in on this project. Yes that's right; you're crazy, boundary deficient, energetic and sometimes annoying little angels. They love Christmas and it will be a good time as any to bond with them. You might be surprised how stretched your heart (and wallet) will be after this experience.
Agree on a general theme to base all your outdoor Xmas decorations on. Remind people on the true meaning of the season by setting up a beautiful Nativity scene in your softly lit front yard. Figurines or cut outs of angels, shepherds with their sheep, and wise kings can be appropriately positioned all across the yard to making its way to pay homage to the infant Savior-it will be your homage to Him as well.
How does a Santa Claus setting sound to you? You can have him landing on your roof with his posse of reindeers; or set up the front part of your house as a chilly, toy-making North Pole factory. Incorporate christmas tree themes into it by designing an icy christmas tree of blue, silver and white ornaments. Attach little tin icicles on the tips of the tree's boughs for an added effect.
Depending on the neighborhood, you can also design a few outdoor trees with edible accessories hanging from them. String popcorn or cranberry and wind these strands prettily across the tree. Hang candy canes and ribboned little treats on the boughs of the tree. Just remember that you need to space the christmas lights well when you decorate. Keep the sizzle in the kitchen not on your tree. When you go for the food inspired creations, let your imaginations loose and don't hold back.
You don't even have to keep to the traditional images of Christmas. Push the envelope and see where your creativity will take you. How about a 50's inspired holiday theme? Have cutouts of iconic men and women of this era and have them strewn around your lawn in holiday fashions. Do you have kids who are so into Disney? Then have a mini Disneyland in your front yard with characters all in Santa hats. Simulate snow by sprinkling Styrofoam balls all over the place.
It might have been a particularly hard year, I don't know. What I do know is you can still nurture the simple joys of life starting this Christmas. Start with your outdoor Xmas decorations; not only will you catch the Spirit of Christmas-you will be a conduit for it to the people who are fortunate enough to look upon your special works of art. Have a wonderful and meaningful holiday this year!
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