Holiday Guide 2018

(BPT) - It's here, the season of go, go, go. The me of year when there is so much to do, especially if you're hos ng holiday fes vi es. You want everything to be magical and so you're planning events, buying presents, making plans for where everyone is going to sleep and all while working a full- me job and taking care of your family. It's a whirlwind but you wouldn't have it any other way. Now you just have to find me to decorate. With so much to do and so li le me, you're naturally looking for ways to make the holidays special without too much effort. This can be true of your decora ng as well. Instead of decora ng lighter, opt for easier with the ps below. Each one is guaranteed to help fill your home with the holiday spirit, all without a big me commitment on your part. * Add a li le color to your home. In the summer colorful flowers can make any room welcoming, but in the winter your op ons for foliage are limited. Don't fret or forgo the opportunity to add some natural accents to your home. Ever- green sprigs added to vases can bring a flora component to any room and infuse a seasonal dash of color. Holly is a great addi on because it produces berries for a perfect pop of red. Place these in the same areas you would summer flowers and you'll love the seasonal effect they create. * Photo-friendly op ons. Family photos are a mainstay in any home and this season is the perfect me to take your photo displays up a notch. Free-standing photo panels - available at CVS - provide a new and exci ng way to showcase your favorite family moments. Available to order at cvs.com/photo, they offer a unique and easy way to bring these images to life. * Let there be light. Stringing holiday lights around the outside of your home is an annual tradi on, but why not do the same thing indoors as well? String lights through the main entertaining areas of your home using insulated holders, just be sure to check the wires for fraying before you do. This is a great way to add a fes ve spirit to a large area, and because so many lights run on ba eries and can be equipped with mers, it's easier than ever to conserve energy while showing your holiday spirit. * Décor panels add a fes ve feel to your space. What do the holidays mean to you? Whatever it is, display it on a customizable décor panel from Kodak Moments, also available at 5 Ways to Simpify your Holiday Decorating

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