Warm and Welcoming: Home Decor Ideas to Celebrate Christmas and Bring in the Year
BY: Neighbors’ Consejo|
Step into the enchanting world of holiday magic as we embark on a journey to transform our homes into festive wonderlands. The air is filled with the scent of pine, the twinkle of lights dances in the corners, and there is a palpable sense of joy that comes with adorning our spaces for Christmas and New Year.
“Parents hope to recreate the magic and joy of the holiday season for their own kids, turning longstanding family habits into annual rituals. The decorations are all part of capturing that old spark, and the way we put them up becomes almost like an incantation for a spell [1] .”
Another source [2] answers the question: Why do we decorate for Christmas?
- Green is associated with the continuation of life through the winter as well as the belief in the eternal life of Jesus.
- The decoration of the Christmas tree itself represents an interesting time in the history of lightning.
- As the years went on, candles were used during the winter months to provide light and heat within the home.
- There are few plants that are more ubiquitous during the holiday season than mistletoe, evergreen, and holly. These nostalgic plants have a long and symbolic relationship with the holiday season.
According to Coastal Bend Mom Collective [3] , “when you move as often as we do, the simple decorations can make the biggest difference, that is why it is important for us to decorate.” Additionally, Better Home & Gardens [4] affirms in their article “9 Reasons Why It’s Never Too Early for Christmas Decorations [5] ”:
- It could make you happier
- It will make your neighbors like you
- Christmas desserts
- It is getting cold (and dark)
- To show off your DIYs
- To enjoy them longer
- To sing a new tune
- To spend more time with family
- You will have more time for holiday traditions.
As we conclude our exploration of holiday home decor, we are reminded that the magic of Christmas and the anticipation of the new year can be beautifully expressed through the artful adornment of our living spaces. Each twinkling light, every carefully placed ornament, and the warmth of festive colors contribute to a tapestry of memories that define this special season.}
[1]https://www.christmasdesigners.com/blog/the-reasons-behind-our-christmas-decorations-why-we-go-nuts-for-lights-trees-and-tinsel/#:~:text=Parents%20hope%20to%20recreate%20the,an%20incantation%20for%20a%20spell.
[2]https://christmasdecorottawa.com/Why-Do-We-Decorate-for-Christmas.html
[3]https://coastalbend.momcollective.com/holiday/decorating-christmas-important/
[4]https://www.bhg.com/christmas/decorating/9-reasons-why-its-never-too-early-for-christmas-decorations-281474979817744/