| The Christmas wreath is a traditional decoration | | | | Ornamentation |
| that is almost as popular as the Christmas tree. | | | | Branch out from the traditional wreath and add |
| When hung on the front door, a Christmas | | | | some personality with ornaments. Christmas tree |
| wreath makes a warm welcoming for you and | | | | ornaments can be tied onto a wreath with wire |
| your guests. Giving your wreath a little extra | | | | or fishing line. Just be sure you secure them |
| pizzazz will make that welcome even more special | | | | tightly so they do not fall off when the door |
| and stand out from the rest. | | | | opens and closes. Don’t feel limited to |
| Light it up | | | | Christmas ornaments. There are many objects |
| Adding lights gives your wreath an added | | | | that can enhance your wreath’s appearance. |
| dimension. A lit wreath makes a great statement, | | | | Some other items that can accent your wreath |
| even from the curb (with a lot less work than | | | | are: |
| hanging lights on the roofline). There are many | | | | - Floral picks |
| lighting options, including white lights, colored lights, | | | | - Pinecones |
| pre-lit wreaths and fiber optics. If you are adding | | | | - Candy/candy canes |
| your own lights, look for battery-operated strands | | | | - Small picture frames |
| at your garden supply store. A cord can turn into | | | | Virtually any small item can be attached to a |
| a tangled mess in the doorway, but a | | | | wreath. So, get creative and think of original ideas |
| battery-operated solution can make your wreath | | | | that reflect your distinct personality. |
| sparkle without the fuss. | | | | Finishing touches |
| Ribbon | | | | It’s always the little finishing touches that |
| Ribbon dresses up any wreath. You can simply | | | | really stand out. They are what make your |
| add one large bow or wrap the ribbon all around | | | | wreath pop and stand from the rest. Some ideas |
| for even more impact. Or, tie lots of small bows | | | | that will complete your look include: |
| for an all-over pattern. Ribbon with wire is best | | | | - Glitter or metallic spray paint. |
| for dressing wreaths, because the shape of the | | | | - A decorative wreath hook. |
| ribbon stays put how you want it. It is better to | | | | - Manually “fluffing” your wreath to |
| have too much than too little – so buy a little | | | | maximize its fullness. |
| more than you think you’ll use. Skimping out | | | | - Spraying your wreath (if it’s fake) with a |
| on the ribbon is noticeable, but if you do it right, | | | | pine-scented mist. |
| ribbon will add fullness and style to your wreath. | | | | The wreath hanging on your front door is one of |
| Festive flowers | | | | the first things to greet your guests. If you put |
| Flowers make a great display on wreaths. Silk | | | | thought into your wreath and decorate it with |
| flowers work best because they aren’t as | | | | personal touches, you will make a great first |
| fragile as live flowers and they last a lot longer. | | | | impression. Plus, it’s a great welcoming for |
| Poinsettias are a popular choice, but you may also | | | | YOU. You will get that warm feeling of home |
| consider purchasing plastic fruit. Adding plants | | | | before you even open the door. |
| brings life and color to your wreath. | | | | |