In the previous article I wrote about how to make baubles and how to use candles when decorating for Christmas.

As I explained, first you should decide on your theme; then look around shops and stores for inspiration; then get out your previous decoration bits - utilize those that fit within your theme and alter those that don’t look suitable.

Beside baubles and candles, Christmas decoration is characterised by wreaths and garlands.
There are some beautiful ones in the stores - but why don’t you make your own unique pieces?..

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Make your own Christmas decor!

Christmas is only a month away - this seems a long time to think ahead, yet you could save a lot of hassle if you start to think about your Christmas decor, your parties, gifts & present. Avoid the usual nightmare before Christmas by planning ahead and getting organised..

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Christmas decoration theme for kids & parties

Of all the Christmas Decorating themes, this is the most fun and exciting. It’s based on fairytales and fables - either Christmas stories and myths such as Lapland, Santa & Friends, Fairies & Angels and the Nativity - or famous story characters such as Harry Potter or other favourites..

This is a preview, read Fairyland in full.

Designer Chic

If you’re after the Christmas decorating trend of 2005, this is the look for you. It is basically a take on the elegant decoration theme - but, for this look, glamour is the prominent feel, driven by the latest fashion and decor trends. This is the must-look for serious fashionistas and design-followers (or gurus)..

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Timeless Elegance

Timeless Elegance is the classy Christmas decoration theme. It can be classic or contemporary, glamorous or understated, timeless or fashionable. The most important feature of this theme is to accomplish harmony, balance and visual connection between space and decor. It’s very much a designer look that needs careful styling and detailing. If you’re not confident or experienced in design - it might be better for you to commission a designer or stylist..

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Starry nights:: Christmas Decoration Theme

Christmas is a time of reflection. The Starry nights theme is inspired by the mystery of the sky, the stars, the universe and beyond. It reflects on time and space; past and present; mystery and reality; the unknown and the known..

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Winter wonderland :: Christmas decorating theme

The winter wonderland theme is inspired by nature - the bare forest, the icy lake, the snowy mountains and the frosty weather. Although it’s quite similar to the white Christmas decorating theme, they are different in their essence as this theme not only derives from nature and the season - it is created of things found there. It is about being part of nature by bringing inside simple, natural objects. Decoration is made of bits and pieces found in the forest, combined with some winter fruits, and other natural objects..

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White Christmas decorating theme: the details

In the previous article you’ve read about the white Christmas decorating theme, so now you know what the look is about and how to achieve is. This article will give you some decorating ideas for the Christmas tree, the table, lighting and outside..

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