Holiday Mantels to Envy

Holiday Mantels to Envy The mantel. It's where our stockings hang, waiting to be filled by Santa's arrival. But what about the rest of the decor? If your mantel is a little bare this year, don't fret. With a little help from leftover ornaments, sprigs of pine and repurposed cupcake trays, you can turn your mantelpiece from a drink drop-off to a place of design inspiration... Read More You might also like How to Handle Unrealistic Relatives at Christmas 5 Stocking Stuffers for Under $5 Deck the Halls with Nordic Sweaters 5 Stocking Stuffers for Under $5 Homemade Holiday Decorations Getting Crafty for the Holidays People who purchase Christmas décor each year can add quite a bit of expense to an already expensive tradition. Rather than buying yet another string of lights -- possibly pushing the electric bill higher -- or paying for pricey, mass-produced decorations that you are likely to encounter in as many homes as you visit during the holidays, this year make your own. You may or may not save money, but you will certainly provide a project that the family can... Read More You might also like Selecting a Cell Phone Plan That Meets Your Needs 10 Holiday Hostess Secrets Gorgeous Gloves for Every Style Teaching Children Gratitude at Christmas

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