Brighten up your Christmas decor with cheerful hues that are as pretty as they are merry. Here are 5 ways to incorporate color into your home for the holidays.
While less traditional than the go-to evergreen, a white tree is a fun way to highlight candy-colored ornaments. Underneath, gifts wrapped in white paper blend in with the scheme, and a mix of pastel and jewel-toned ribbons play up the hues of the bright decorations.
Get creative with any extra ornaments by placing them somewhere unexpected. Swap out decanter tops for a few carefully selected balls to add festive sparkle to your bar cart, just in time for your holiday party.
A festive garland made from vintage Christmas cards is an easy way to add understated color to your mantel. Learn how to make one here .
Replace the season’s ever-present chocolates and nuts with colorful gumdrops in martini glasses, bowls or pretty candy cones. Learn how to make the paper candy cones pictured here .
This icy-toned calendar has a whimsical vibe, bringing wintry charm to any space. Learn how to make it here .
Photographer: Donna Griffith
Source: House & Home December 2013