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Homes at the holidays | News, Sports, Jobs
Photo by Deb Gau The extensive Christmas village was an eye-catching part of the holiday decorations at Tanya Hunter and Charlie Aufenthie’s home in Marshall. Hunter said she’s been collecting the miniature buildings for about 12 years. Hunter and Aufenthie’s house in Marshall was one of four stops on the Lyon County Historical Society’s annual home tour. MARSHALL — Every stop on this year’s Holiday Home Tour brought a little something different in terms of style and decoration — but there was one thing all the featured homeowners had in common. “They all have their own unique collections,” said Lyon County Museum director Jennifer Andries. Visitors…
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How Do Designers Decorate for the Holidays? We Invited Ourselves Over to See.
It’s that time of year once again. Go in advance and get a small carried absent with decorating your house. No 1 is most likely to accuse you of poor flavor. That’s a person of the items of the holiday getaway period: the chance to go all out with shade, lights, greenery and bouquets. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, the modifying of seasons or some combination of traditions, there’s no suitable or erroneous way to go about decorating. But a very little inspiration is from time to time beneficial. So we asked a number of leading interior designers — Ken Fulk Stephen Alesch and Robin Standefer, the founding associates…
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17 Winter Decor Ideas for Those Who Don’t Celebrate Holidays
Photo: istockphoto.com Those who don’t celebrate Christmas needn’t feel left out when it comes to home decor—there are plenty of winter decorating options that aren’t necessarily tied to a particular religious holiday. Not to mention, even for those who do celebrate Christmas, holiday decorations can seem a bit out of place when January rolls around. Keep reading for tips on how to decorate for winter when your decorations aren’t associated with any particular holiday. 1. Pretty Pinecones Photo: Amazon.com Decorators who are aiming for a woodsy, natural aesthetic can easily DIY garlands using dried fruit or foraged materials, but those who are less crafty have plenty of commercially produced options…
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7 Sustainable Decor Ideas for the Winter Holidays
The holiday season is a time for festivities and cheer, but it’s also a time for waste. A 2021 study found that 60% of Americans waste more during the holiday season than any other time of year; 43% more, in fact, among those who celebrate a winter holiday. Before heading out for a new batch of decorations this year, consider what you already have, what you can make, and what alternatives to traditional plastic- and resource-heavy decor you can use instead. 1. Consider the Christmas Tree Susan Sheldon / EyeEm / Getty Images For those who celebrate Christmas, it’s hard to imagine the holiday without a tree. But which tree…
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20 Festive Lighting Ideas To Help Set The Mood For The Holidays
Sheremetio/Shutterstock When decorating your home for the holidays, there’s one element you can’t forget: warm and bright lighting. Whether you’re going for a monochromatic setup or one with lots of colors, adding string lights and other bright decorations will make your space extra festive. According to Christmas Designers, those with religious beliefs may adorn their homes with light to represent the hope and comfort of baby Jesus. For others, stringing up lights could be a fond childhood memory or a passed-down family tradition. Finally, lights could simply be hung to bring us joy and give our spaces a cheerful atmosphere. One of the most popular ways to illuminate your home…
