Since it is Thrifting with the Gals day, my thrifted ladder that has hung over our dining room table for several years now seems like a fun choice to share with you! Today, I’ll show you the two vintage ladders that I have in my home and how I love stying them at Christmas time. Plus, I’ll share a list of other fun ways that you can use Christmas ladder decoration ideas for the festive season coming up!
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Thrifting With the Gals: Monthly Decor Series<\/strong><\/h3>\nBefore I get into all of the fun ways you can decorate a ladder for Christmas, let me first introduce you to some friends who love thrifted, vintage home decor as much as I do! \u00a0Every month, I join with these ladies for our monthly Thrifting With the Gals blog. \u00a0Each of us share a favorite thrifted item and how we are styling it in our homes!<\/p>\n
We always enjoy featuring a guest host as well! \u00a0You’ll love following this monthly series, as it is full of great ideas for DIY, decor styling tips, thrifting tips, and even great places to go thrifting throughout the country!<\/p>\n
This month, check out the holiday version of Thrifting with the Gals from:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n- Rachel from The Pond’s Farmhouse<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n
- Ann from Dabbling and Decorating<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n
- Kristin from White Arrows Home<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n
- and our guest host, Kelly from The Tattered Pew<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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17 Easy Ideas to Decorate a Ladder for Christmas<\/strong><\/h2>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Hang chandeliers from a ladder over the table” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n
Decorate a Ladder for Christmas in the Dining Room<\/strong><\/h3>\nHow to decorate an old ladder for Christmas?<\/strong><\/h3>\nHang chandeliers from a ladder over the table<\/em><\/h3>\nThis thrifted ladder has hung over our dining room table for several years. \u00a0Since we have lower ceilings and ample recessed lighting throughout this space, I opted to not have lighting hardwired to hang over the table. \u00a0That gives me the fun option of doing some different decorating things.<\/p>\n
My current favorite are these chandeliers, also fun thrifted finds, that hang from the ladder.<\/strong> \u00a0Even though they don’t offer actual lighting, I love the touch of gold and the vintage style they add to this space!<\/p>\n\u200b<\/p>\n
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Hang greenery from an old ladder over the table<\/em><\/h3>\nOne of my favorite things to do at Christmas time in this dining room space is to add greenery around the sides of the ladder. \u00a0The ladder rungs make it easy to tie the greenery<\/u><\/a><\/strong> and attach it securely.<\/p>\nWe usually just use simple twine!<\/strong> \u00a0Sometimes I use real greenery. \u00a0However, since I love to decorate a little early, sometimes it looks a little dry by Christmas. \u00a0So, this year, I decided to order THIS very realistic faux greenery<\/u><\/a><\/strong> instead.<\/p>\n\u200b<\/p>\n
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How to attach greenery to a ladder<\/em><\/h3>\nHow do I decorate a ladder?<\/strong><\/h3>\nThe first step is to measure the side of the ladder and multiply by 2. \u00a0Allow extra length for the swag! \u00a0If you are using real greenery, it can be helpful to trim it before hanging.<\/strong><\/p>\nSecondly, get a helper! \u00a0This is so much easier with two people…trust me!<\/p>\n
Next, start in the middle on one side and securely attach with twine.<\/strong> \u00a0Since we have a wood ladder, an easy way to attach the garland is to put a small nail in the top of the ladder to loop the twine around. \u00a0This is especially helpful if you’re working with thick garland. \u00a0It just makes it a lot easier!\u00a0 Zip ties are another popular choice and can also work great.<\/strong><\/p>\nThen, you can just string the ends of the garland and attach those securely, allowing \u00a0for your preferred amount of swag. \u00a0If your garland doesn’t reach all the way to the ends, no problem! \u00a0Since you started in the middle and centered your garland, it will still look beautiful!<\/p>\n
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How to Decorate a Ladder for Christmas Over a Table<\/em><\/h3>\nDepending on your decorating style, you can add more Christmas accents to your greenery. \u00a0Christmas ornaments are a perfect way to tie in your color scheme and add some sparkle too.<\/strong> \u00a0The best part is that Christmas ornaments can be a really budget-friendly way to decorate. \u00a0Check out thrift shops and yard sales throughout the year to pick up ornaments for very little extra cost to your decor!<\/p>\nTo add ornaments to your garlands, simply use ornament hooks and hang them in the garland.<\/p>\n
Tip: For a fragile ornament, use pipe cleaner to secure it more tightly.<\/strong><\/p>\nI am always on the look out for pretty mercury glass ornaments and neutral colored Christmas ornaments. \u00a0Over time, I’ve collected quite very inexpensively a few old or vintage ones at flea markets.<\/p>\n
At the same time, I added THESE gorgeous ornaments<\/u>.<\/a><\/strong> \u00a0Even though they are too small for decorating the greenery on my ladder, I have to share them with you because I just love the vintage mercury glass look.<\/p>\nHowever, THESE beautiful ornament garlands<\/u><\/a><\/strong> would be absolutely perfect for adding to garlands around a rustic ladder. \u00a0I love the contrast of the old chippy look with the pretty sparkle!<\/p>\n\u200b<\/p>\n
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Add natural elements to a ladder over a table<\/em><\/h3>\nOne year for my fall decorating, I confiscated a great pile of cut branches from the side of the road. \u00a0My ladder over our dining room table was the perfect place to style this FREE decor for the season!<\/strong><\/p>\nFor the Christmas season, you can also incorporate natural elements like pretty branches. \u00a0At the same time, if you want to use greenery like I do, you can tuck in a variety of natural elements. \u00a0Antlers and pheasant feathers would give a beautiful rustic look. \u00a0If you have access to dried hydrangeas, they would be stunning tucked into greenery around a ladder.<\/p>\n
Another fun idea is to dry orange slices (or buy them HERE<\/u><\/a><\/strong>) and make a quick and simple DIY garland to add to the greenery. \u00a0These kinds of natural elements are so beautiful and are a great way to decorate without additional cost!<\/p>\n\u200b<\/p>\n
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Decorate a Ladder for Christmas in the Living Room<\/strong><\/h3>\nThere are also a lot of fun ways to add Christmas decorations to a ladder in a living room or even an entryway by the front door. \u00a0One year, I used my vintage French ladder as a way to style a branch and little antique grain sack stockings<\/u><\/a><\/strong> with more dimension. \u00a0The final result was one of my favorite Christmas entryway decor styles ever!<\/p>\nSome years, I’ve just let the ladder be beautiful all on its own<\/strong> and leaned it in a corner or against a wall in the living room. \u00a0Sometimes, the best decor is the most simple!<\/p>\n\u200b<\/p>\n
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Other creative ways to decorate with a ladder for Christmas<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n- Display Christmas cards<\/li>\n
- Hang Christmas stockings for the entire family<\/li>\n
- Make a DIY Advent calendar with a small gift for each day<\/li>\n
- Hang on the wall as a ladder shelf and display favorite ornaments<\/li>\n
- String fairy lights around a blanket ladder for a more cozy look<\/li>\n
- Lean a small ladder in a kitchen to display a seasonal tea towel<\/li>\n
- Use an angled ladder to make a fun alternative Christmas tree<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Hang an old ladder on the wall and line the bottom of the ladder with pretty bottle brush trees of different heights<\/li>\n
- Use a ladder on the wall as a focal point and add greenery and string lights<\/li>\n
- Add wooden boards to a double ladder to make a shelf with an industrial look–this is a perfect spot to display a Christmas village!<\/li>\n
- From a hanging ladder, display Christmas ornaments at different heights<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
What do you hang on a decorative ladder?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n- 12. Hang a ladder over a dining room table and hang string lights or and Christmas decorative items, like lanterns, as alternatives to regular dining room lighting<\/li>\n
- 13. Make paper snowflakes and hang from the side of a ladder, hanging on the wall or from the ceiling<\/li>\n
- 14. Add realistic faux garland to the sides of a ladder for seasonal style<\/li>\n
- 15. Hang a ladder over a dining room table and hang vintage gold chandeliers from it for an elegant style (spoiler: mine aren’t even wired!)<\/li>\n
- 16. Try a Christmas pennant banner or garland from the side of a vintage ladder for a festive look<\/strong><\/li>\n
- 17. Tie wire baskets on the bottom rungs (secure tightly) and depending on the size, add cozy throw blankets or favorite seasonal children’s books for easy bedtime stories.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Well, if you don’t already have a ladder, hopefully I’ve inspired you to hunt for one! \u00a0Haha! \u00a0You could definitely tweak these ideas to use in other ways too.<\/p>\n
However, an old wooden ladder is a lot of fun to decorate for Christmas!<\/strong> \u00a0Flea markets, antique malls, and vintage shops are great places to start looking!<\/p>\nDon’t forget to check out the other thrifted decor ideas today from the Thrifting With the Gals!\u00a0 They are all linked here for your convenience and enjoyment!<\/strong><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”D&D Wording” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Ann from Dabbling and Decorating<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Dabbling-_-Decorating-scaled.jpeg” title_text=”Dabbling _ Decorating” url=”https:\/\/www.dabblinganddecorating.com\/eclectic-vintage-interior-design-ideas-with-old-holiday-stuff\/” admin_label=”IMG D&D” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” alt=”vintage statue of a girl ice skating” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”White Arrows Wording” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Kristin from White Arrows Home<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Kristin-_-White-Arrows-Home-_-Vintage-Holiday-Thermos.jpg” title_text=”Kristin _ White Arrows Home _ Vintage Holiday Thermos” url=”https:\/\/whitearrowshome.com\/christmas-decorating-with-vintage-holiday-thermos” url_new_window=”on” admin_label=”IMG WHite Arrows” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” alt=”small black chair with a Christmas throw blanket and pillow” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Ponds Wording” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Rachel from The Pond’s Farmhouse<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/The-Ponds-Farmhouse-Milk-Glass-.jpg” title_text=”The Ponds Farmhouse – Milk Glass” url=”https:\/\/www.thepondsfarmhouse.com\/creative-vintage-milk-glass-christmas-farmhouse-decor-ideas\/” url_new_window=”on” admin_label=”IMG Ponds” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” alt=”closeup of ironstone with red embellishments on a Christmas tablescape with candles going down the middle” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Tattered Pew Wording” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
And our guest host, Kelly from The Tattered Pew<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/The-Tattered-Pew-Demijohns.jpg” title_text=”The-Tattered-Pew-Demijohns” url=”https:\/\/www.thetatteredpew.com\/?p=97066″ url_new_window=”on” admin_label=”IMG Tattered Pew” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” width=”70%” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”750px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” alt=”centerpiece featuring a red candlestick, a demijohn, and Christmas greenery with holly berries” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”other posts” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
You may also enjoy these Christmas decorating posts:<\/em><\/h3>\n\n- Easy Ways to Decorate Kitchen Cabinets for Christmas<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
- How to Create Budget-Friendly and Cozy Christmas Home Decorations<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
- How to Make Beautiful Winter Mantel Decor<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
- Simple & Natural French Country Christmas Decor Ideas<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
- 17 Thrifted Christmas Decor Ideas to Shop For This Year<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
- 5 Mistakes to Avoid for the Best Christmas Tree Decorating Ideas<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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- Rachel from The Pond’s Farmhouse<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n
- Ann from Dabbling and Decorating<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n
- Kristin from White Arrows Home<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n
- and our guest host, Kelly from The Tattered Pew<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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17 Easy Ideas to Decorate a Ladder for Christmas<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Decorate a Ladder for Christmas in the Dining Room<\/strong><\/h3>\n
How to decorate an old ladder for Christmas?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Hang chandeliers from a ladder over the table<\/em><\/h3>\n
This thrifted ladder has hung over our dining room table for several years. \u00a0Since we have lower ceilings and ample recessed lighting throughout this space, I opted to not have lighting hardwired to hang over the table. \u00a0That gives me the fun option of doing some different decorating things.<\/p>\n
My current favorite are these chandeliers, also fun thrifted finds, that hang from the ladder.<\/strong> \u00a0Even though they don’t offer actual lighting, I love the touch of gold and the vintage style they add to this space!<\/p>\n
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Hang greenery from an old ladder over the table<\/em><\/h3>\n
One of my favorite things to do at Christmas time in this dining room space is to add greenery around the sides of the ladder. \u00a0The ladder rungs make it easy to tie the greenery<\/u><\/a><\/strong> and attach it securely.<\/p>\n
We usually just use simple twine!<\/strong> \u00a0Sometimes I use real greenery. \u00a0However, since I love to decorate a little early, sometimes it looks a little dry by Christmas. \u00a0So, this year, I decided to order THIS very realistic faux greenery<\/u><\/a><\/strong> instead.<\/p>\n
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How to attach greenery to a ladder<\/em><\/h3>\n
How do I decorate a ladder?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
The first step is to measure the side of the ladder and multiply by 2. \u00a0Allow extra length for the swag! \u00a0If you are using real greenery, it can be helpful to trim it before hanging.<\/strong><\/p>\n
Secondly, get a helper! \u00a0This is so much easier with two people…trust me!<\/p>\n
Next, start in the middle on one side and securely attach with twine.<\/strong> \u00a0Since we have a wood ladder, an easy way to attach the garland is to put a small nail in the top of the ladder to loop the twine around. \u00a0This is especially helpful if you’re working with thick garland. \u00a0It just makes it a lot easier!\u00a0 Zip ties are another popular choice and can also work great.<\/strong><\/p>\n
Then, you can just string the ends of the garland and attach those securely, allowing \u00a0for your preferred amount of swag. \u00a0If your garland doesn’t reach all the way to the ends, no problem! \u00a0Since you started in the middle and centered your garland, it will still look beautiful!<\/p>\n
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How to Decorate a Ladder for Christmas Over a Table<\/em><\/h3>\n
Depending on your decorating style, you can add more Christmas accents to your greenery. \u00a0Christmas ornaments are a perfect way to tie in your color scheme and add some sparkle too.<\/strong> \u00a0The best part is that Christmas ornaments can be a really budget-friendly way to decorate. \u00a0Check out thrift shops and yard sales throughout the year to pick up ornaments for very little extra cost to your decor!<\/p>\n
To add ornaments to your garlands, simply use ornament hooks and hang them in the garland.<\/p>\n
Tip: For a fragile ornament, use pipe cleaner to secure it more tightly.<\/strong><\/p>\n
I am always on the look out for pretty mercury glass ornaments and neutral colored Christmas ornaments. \u00a0Over time, I’ve collected quite very inexpensively a few old or vintage ones at flea markets.<\/p>\n
At the same time, I added THESE gorgeous ornaments<\/u>.<\/a><\/strong> \u00a0Even though they are too small for decorating the greenery on my ladder, I have to share them with you because I just love the vintage mercury glass look.<\/p>\n
However, THESE beautiful ornament garlands<\/u><\/a><\/strong> would be absolutely perfect for adding to garlands around a rustic ladder. \u00a0I love the contrast of the old chippy look with the pretty sparkle!<\/p>\n
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Add natural elements to a ladder over a table<\/em><\/h3>\n
One year for my fall decorating, I confiscated a great pile of cut branches from the side of the road. \u00a0My ladder over our dining room table was the perfect place to style this FREE decor for the season!<\/strong><\/p>\n
For the Christmas season, you can also incorporate natural elements like pretty branches. \u00a0At the same time, if you want to use greenery like I do, you can tuck in a variety of natural elements. \u00a0Antlers and pheasant feathers would give a beautiful rustic look. \u00a0If you have access to dried hydrangeas, they would be stunning tucked into greenery around a ladder.<\/p>\n
Another fun idea is to dry orange slices (or buy them HERE<\/u><\/a><\/strong>) and make a quick and simple DIY garland to add to the greenery. \u00a0These kinds of natural elements are so beautiful and are a great way to decorate without additional cost!<\/p>\n
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Decorate a Ladder for Christmas in the Living Room<\/strong><\/h3>\n
There are also a lot of fun ways to add Christmas decorations to a ladder in a living room or even an entryway by the front door. \u00a0One year, I used my vintage French ladder as a way to style a branch and little antique grain sack stockings<\/u><\/a><\/strong> with more dimension. \u00a0The final result was one of my favorite Christmas entryway decor styles ever!<\/p>\n
Some years, I’ve just let the ladder be beautiful all on its own<\/strong> and leaned it in a corner or against a wall in the living room. \u00a0Sometimes, the best decor is the most simple!<\/p>\n
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Other creative ways to decorate with a ladder for Christmas<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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- Display Christmas cards<\/li>\n
- Hang Christmas stockings for the entire family<\/li>\n
- Make a DIY Advent calendar with a small gift for each day<\/li>\n
- Hang on the wall as a ladder shelf and display favorite ornaments<\/li>\n
- String fairy lights around a blanket ladder for a more cozy look<\/li>\n
- Lean a small ladder in a kitchen to display a seasonal tea towel<\/li>\n
- Use an angled ladder to make a fun alternative Christmas tree<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Hang an old ladder on the wall and line the bottom of the ladder with pretty bottle brush trees of different heights<\/li>\n
- Use a ladder on the wall as a focal point and add greenery and string lights<\/li>\n
- Add wooden boards to a double ladder to make a shelf with an industrial look–this is a perfect spot to display a Christmas village!<\/li>\n
- From a hanging ladder, display Christmas ornaments at different heights<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
What do you hang on a decorative ladder?<\/em><\/h3>\n
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- 12. Hang a ladder over a dining room table and hang string lights or and Christmas decorative items, like lanterns, as alternatives to regular dining room lighting<\/li>\n
- 13. Make paper snowflakes and hang from the side of a ladder, hanging on the wall or from the ceiling<\/li>\n
- 14. Add realistic faux garland to the sides of a ladder for seasonal style<\/li>\n
- 15. Hang a ladder over a dining room table and hang vintage gold chandeliers from it for an elegant style (spoiler: mine aren’t even wired!)<\/li>\n
- 16. Try a Christmas pennant banner or garland from the side of a vintage ladder for a festive look<\/strong><\/li>\n
- 17. Tie wire baskets on the bottom rungs (secure tightly) and depending on the size, add cozy throw blankets or favorite seasonal children’s books for easy bedtime stories.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Well, if you don’t already have a ladder, hopefully I’ve inspired you to hunt for one! \u00a0Haha! \u00a0You could definitely tweak these ideas to use in other ways too.<\/p>\n
However, an old wooden ladder is a lot of fun to decorate for Christmas!<\/strong> \u00a0Flea markets, antique malls, and vintage shops are great places to start looking!<\/p>\n
Don’t forget to check out the other thrifted decor ideas today from the Thrifting With the Gals!\u00a0 They are all linked here for your convenience and enjoyment!<\/strong><\/p>\n
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Ann from Dabbling and Decorating<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n
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Kristin from White Arrows Home<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n
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Rachel from The Pond’s Farmhouse<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n
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And our guest host, Kelly from The Tattered Pew<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n
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You may also enjoy these Christmas decorating posts:<\/em><\/h3>\n
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- Easy Ways to Decorate Kitchen Cabinets for Christmas<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
- How to Create Budget-Friendly and Cozy Christmas Home Decorations<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
- How to Make Beautiful Winter Mantel Decor<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
- Simple & Natural French Country Christmas Decor Ideas<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
- 17 Thrifted Christmas Decor Ideas to Shop For This Year<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
- 5 Mistakes to Avoid for the Best Christmas Tree Decorating Ideas<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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- 17. Tie wire baskets on the bottom rungs (secure tightly) and depending on the size, add cozy throw blankets or favorite seasonal children’s books for easy bedtime stories.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Ann from Dabbling and Decorating<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n