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Have yourself a homemade little Christmas. Photo: Flickr, pshab
Holidays can get pricey, so each year, I find little ways to keep the costs low and spirits high. This year, instead of sprucing up my tree with expensive baubles and personalized ornaments, I've vowed to get crafty using items around my home.
Don't worry -- I'm not talking paper chains and popcorn garlands (that is sooooo 1999!). Check out a few unusual items I plan to use to decorate this year's evergreen!
1. Flour
Forget the fake snow. I'm going to sprinkle copious amounts of flour onto my ole' Tannenbaum this year! Sure, lots to vacuum later, but isn't that the fun of Christmas?
BONUS: Flour keeps ants at bay, so you'll be enjoying a bug-free holiday season!
Your Turn: Try flour, baking soda or brown sugar to add texture to your tree.
2. Polly Pocket
I'm not kidding here. Last year, my niece outgrew her polly pocket phase and I inherited the bin of teeny plastic clothing. I can't wait to spray-paint the tiny hangers and dresses sparkly gold and adorn my tree with fashionable fun!
BONUS: Your niece will learn the joys of upcycling.
Your Turn: Don't have Polly Pocket toys laying around (lucky you!)? Visit your child's room to snatch anything miniature -- doll furniture, Bakugon figurines or even Legos. Add a paperclip for hanging and you can make anything an ornament!
3. Lace
I have quite a few strips of lace in my basement and can't wait to put them to use creating a unique holiday garland. It will look beautiful next to my fashionable Pollies!
BONUS: No more guilt when I check out my unused fabric stash.
Your Turn: Try winter scarves, table runners and out-of-season curtains to add texture to your tree.
4. Lighting
I'll have to forego lights this year, as my plastic Polly Pocket dresses won't appreciate the heat of a traditional Christmas light strand. Instead, I plan to relocate my one-touch-button lighting to directly underneath my tree. A series of spotlights to light up the tree will look lovely!
BONUS: The cat will enjoy my safety precautions, and I'll enjoy the lack of light-batting this year.
Your Turn: For an oversized tree, try mason jar lanterns or vintage tea lights.
Proof that this year, Christmas decorating can be free, stylish and fabulous!
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