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deck the halls how to
get into the holiday
spirit, even without the big tree
by Yee-Fan
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stocking up
 There's
absolutely no reason in the world you should have to resort to sullying
your fireplace mantle with those generic red plush stockings available
in drugstores everywhere this time of year. For anyone with a basic
familiarity with what to do with needle and thread, you can get
yourself some fabric, cut out two big stocking shapes, and sew the
stocking together by hand or with a machine. Felt is easy to work with,
as it doesn't fray, but it's fun to play with other fabrics as well.
Velvet, satin and taffeta make for a classic, elegant touch; for a
homier feel, try recycling old flannel shirts.
| Even if you
can't sew a lick, you can decorate that stocking to make it
uniquely you. Personalize your stockings with ribbon trim, tiny
bells, buttons, felt cut-outs, maybe a monogrammed letter (you can
get iron-on letters, or embroider them yourself). Go beyond the
traditional red and green and get wacky with your color choices;
snazz up a solid fabric with rubber stamps. Get creative, have
fun. |
Stocking
links to get your inspired...
ivillage.com:
stocking how-tos
marthastewart.com: christmas
stockings |
good scents
Scented candles are a simple way to fill your house with spicy, piney
wintery aromas. But far and away my favorite way to get my house
smelling properly festive is to get in the kitchen and start baking.
Spend an evening whipping up a batch of gingerbread,
holiday sugar cookies,
maybe some pie. Better yet, make it a mini-party by inviting a few
friends over to help with the baking, decorating -- and eating. You'll
fill your house with the unbeatably wonderful smells of real homebaked
goods, and have a plate full of sweets to share with your favorite folks
as well. Throw on some holiday tunes, turn on the twinkling lights, and
enjoy the holiday mood.
o
check
out these related articles:
sewing basics | gingerbread
recipe | holiday
sugar cookies| edible gift
ideas | make your own
holiday cards
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