Showing posts with label winter. Show all posts
Showing posts with label winter. Show all posts

DIY Holiday Urns

As I get older, I despise the cold weather we have during the winter season and I dream about one day moving closer to my sister who lives in southern California.  There is, however, something to be said about being in the cold climate during Christmas... it just doesn't feel right otherwise.  And seeing the snow fall on Christmas Day-- there's nothing more perfect..with all the Christmas lights and decorations, I get the warm and fuzzies and suddenly the cold isn't so bad!

One of my favorite things I love to see this time of the year are winter urns. They are perfect for bringing life to your front entry and help create a warm and inviting feeling for your home.  Here are my winter urns and I've decked them out with red touches for the Holidays...



Supplies:  an urn with soil, pine, cedar, spruce, dogwood, magnolia leaves, decorative balls and mesh ribbon. The spray bottle is a product called 'Wilt Proof' and you apply it on the greens to prevent moisture loss.

And, here is how you put it together...











Creating Winter Curb Appeal

Curb appeal is so important, especially during these cold winter months. If you're putting your house on the market or simply in the Holiday spirit, draw attention to your home and bring on that warm and inviting feeling!

Create a focal point by hanging a handsome wreath on your front door. Or, fill windowboxes and urns with beautiful evergreens and your front entrance will come to life!



Add some colour with red dogwood and berries...



...or decorate with colourful Christmas baubles!



Creatively adding lights to outdoor sculptures make the garden sparkle and keep statues visible in the snow.





Most buyers will come view the house at night and with the sun setting earlier in the day, make sure your home is well lit by adding flood lights.



Decorate the deck! Show off the backyard as an extension of the home.



Leave your hot tub open and running for showings to help buyers envision a lifestyle they can have during the winter months!



And don't forget to make sure that walkways are shovelled and pathways are well lit!



Winter curb appeal is probably something that most sellers living in snowy areas would easily ignore. Because of that it is so unexpected, making it a delight to see for those looking to buy!

To my American friends and visitors, wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving! And to everyone, I wish you joy and happiness as you celebrate throughout Holiday season in the days ahead!

Imelda Smith
Home Staging Design Consultant

visit www.imeldasmithhomestaging.com
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