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Holiday decorations need not cost anything more than a little time, effort and imagination. 

Legends

People have been bringing greenery indoors for centuries and many superstitions have developed about these plants

  • A legend suggests that holly was brought indoors so the fairy folk of the forest would have a place to hide, safe from the north wind.
  • You will have good luck if you have more holly than ivy in your decorations
  • Mistletoe was thought to bring love and peace and was especially effective when gathered on the sixth day after a new moon.
Cut branches from evergreen treesand bring them indoors to brighten your home for the holidays.  They are generally free, always look fresh, and they fill the house with a fragrant aroma.
Always cut the branch at a 45 degree angle.  Otherwise, you might damage the tree or shrub.   Always cut twice as much as you think you will need.
Mash the ends of the branches with a hammer so that they will absorb water more easily.
Mix up a solution of 1 gallon of water and 1 cup of sugar.  Always soak the branches overnight in this solution before you use them.
Add a little color with berries (not a good choice with kids in the house), pinecones, seedpods, or sweet gum balls sprayed with a clear varnish or painted gold or silver.
Small fruits such as apples, lemons, limes, kiwi, kumquats, and oranges make a great accent on a garland or wreath.
Try ribbons, Christmas tree balls, mini Christmas ornaments or toys, Candy canes, and bells as decoration for your masterpieces.

Try wrapping your wall hanging pictures in gift-wrap and a bow. You'll discover you have a giant present hanging on your wall.

 

 

 

 

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