[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.6.5″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.6.5″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.6.5″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_post_title comments=”off” featured_image=”off” _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default” title_font_size=”52px” meta_font_size=”22px”][\/et_pb_post_title][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.6.5″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.6.5″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro” _builder_version=”4.7.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px”]When it comes to the holiday season, who else is guilty of creating a to-do list that is nearly impossible? Admittedly: me, myself, and I! So while some Christmas decorating projects are more involved and take a lot of time, there are others that I count on for quick and simple Christmas cheer.<\/p>\n
Remember? Comfort and Joy?
\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Quick-Christmas-Cheer-2-scaled.jpg” title_text=”Quick Christmas Cheer (2)” admin_label=”Intro img” _builder_version=”4.7.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro 2″ _builder_version=”4.7.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px”]I\u2019m decorating more than ever this year\u2026(under the guise of creating content for all of YOU, but I actually love it all so much)\u2026.and at the same time, streamlining things a bit. Here are some of my favorite tips:
\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Winter Greens” _builder_version=”4.7.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px”]1.\tAdd winter greens in every room. Guess what? You don\u2019t have to take all the time and effort to undecorate and redecorate every room. Use the baskets, crocks, bowls, and vessels you already have and just replace the flowers and fall stems with some winter greenery. My friend gave me a bag of these fir stems from her yard. It took me about 3 minutes to add water to this French tian bowl and stick the stems in![\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Quick-Christmas-Cheer-4-scaled.jpg” title_text=”Quick Christmas Cheer (4)” admin_label=”Winter Greens img” _builder_version=”4.7.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”2. Large Nutcracker” _builder_version=”4.7.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px”]2.\tAdd some kind of holiday objects to your existing vignettes. Think of it this way\u2026wherever you had a pumpkin for fall, toss the pumpkin and add a Christmas object. These are great places for a framed photo of a special Christmas memory, a Nativity set, or vintage St. Nicholas! All this table setting needed was a tall Nutcracker to get the festive music running through my mind!
\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Quick-Christmas-Cheer-2-scaled.jpg” title_text=”Quick Christmas Cheer (2)” admin_label=”Large Nutcracker img” _builder_version=”4.7.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”3. Small Nucrackers” _builder_version=”4.7.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px”]3.\tGroup like items to make a statement. Your favorite vintage ornament collection can become a gorgeous centerpiece when combined in a pretty bowl. The cute, little bottle brush trees become a focal point when grouped on a bookshelf. I used these Nutcrackers from the craft section to add some whimsy to my vintage postal sorter. My husband joked that they are guarding my mortar and pestle collection! Ha!
\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Quick-Christmas-Cheer-1-scaled.jpg” title_text=”Quick Christmas Cheer (1)” admin_label=”Small Nutcrackers img” _builder_version=”4.7.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”4. Candle” _builder_version=”4.7.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px”]4.\tTreat yourself to a holiday candle. Nothing adds instant comfort and joy more than a Christmas scent! Something about the flickering flame and nostalgic smell\u2026it always makes me ready to tackle those bigger, time-consuming decorating projects!
\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”5. Edit” _builder_version=”4.7.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px”]5.\tEdit!!! Now that I\u2019ve mentioned all the things I like to add, I should also say that I use this time of transitioning my d\u00e9cor to make some thrift store piles! I always find myself enjoying my home more after a good clean-out!
\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Closing” _builder_version=”4.7.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px”]It is possible\u2026and even fun\u2026to add a little here and a little there! You might even find your heart growing a little lighter as you enjoy the little things this season. <\/p>\n
Blessings,
\nRobyn[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.6.5″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”1920px” module_alignment=”center”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.6.5″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.6″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/p>\n
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