A DIY CHRISTMAS: HOW TO BEGIN
Hi, friends! If you are like me, you will be having a DIY Christmas! It’s a tradition for me to create a “theme” in my house, but I know that for some people it’s tough to know how to begin or where to find inspiration.
For me, I always start with a color. I am still a bit unsure, but I am thinking a Candyland Christmas, complete with pinks, golds and aquas, will be my direction for this year. A white tree is also on my mind to complete the look. All of the pinks and copper-y golds that I keep seeing is what got me going with this idea.
You could also start with an item, such as a candy cane or a pine cone and go from there. Walking around a craft store like Michael’s is also great for inspiration, and don’t even get me started on the value of Pinterest. You will find so many ideas there that you just might get stuck!
Are you a fan of rustic farmhouses (think Chip and Joanna)? Or do you like modern, clean lines?
If you have young kids it is good to incorporate things they like such as Santa and jingle bells.
One big thing to remember is that you don’t want to shoot for perfection. Some small touches here and there are enough, and that always stays affordable. If you have some extra money, go for the whole enchilada! Buy a new tree, new ornaments, and new home decor. That is always fun and it looks great.
Here is a little list of ideas for you:
Rustic Farmhouse: burlap, white jingle bells, red and white pillow ticking, pine cones, birch branches, silver ornaments on the tree.
Candyland: pinks, golds, aquas, apples green on a white tree, cookie cutters as ornaments, lots of sparkle.
Modern: Copper and white ornaments, beautiful white lights, and some black trims.
Candy canes: Actual candy canes, red and white ornaments, red twinkling lights, lots of white and sparkly red decor items.
Cabin/Lumberjack: Red and black ornaments, plaid flannel touches, birch branches and pine cones, wood items.
The lists are endless!
My biggest encouragement to you is to just start. Start looking and dreaming.
Once you arrive at an idea, buy some supplies and get to making. Gather your scissors, your glue gun, floral wire and tape.
You might find that your first try is a bust, so try again. Make a mess. Enjoy. Create.
Again, don’t go for perfection because you will be disappointed. But if you shoot for something that truly reflects “you and your family”, it’s going to be great!
So my biggest tip for how to begin a DIY Christmas?
Look, get inspired and make. In that order.
Happy crafting, friends!
