We are moving in to the first part of January and if you
have been timely in taking down your Christmas/holiday decorations your house
probably looks well…..empty. Here are a
few ideas on filling some of that void with winter seasonal ideas.
If you haven’t taken the
decoration down yet, keep the snowmen out.
They are perfect for January. If
you have already packed them away, next year give them their own box so they
can hang out a little longer.
Use candles. They are warm and cozy. A collection of colored glass holders on a
tray can make a nice centerpiece. Or how
about a lantern on your fireplace mantle or bookcase for an inviting touch? Speaking
of candles, try the “electric” candles.
They make pillars that take AAA batteries and some even have a remote or
timer. These can be used where the
“fire” version can’t be placed, even around kids and pets.
Think snow…when my daughter was
younger I would give her a stack of coffee filters and pair of scissors and let
her make all the snowflakes she wanted.
Tape them to windows or hang on string from lights or doorways.
Add a bright colored throw or fun
colored throw pillows to the couch. On
the gloomy days of January a splash of color can bring a smile to your face.
I grew up in Florida so for me January in Virginia can be a
real downer but I know this so I take it up a notch and make sure I put color
in my life. This goes not just for the
house but me too. I carry a bright
colored purse or wear a fun colored hat and scarf. I even break out a bright coffee mug so that
I start the day in the right frame of mind.
So try to have warm thoughts and before we know it spring will be here!
Nancy Masannat
Simple Joy Designs
