Decorating
during the holidays should be a fun filled and enjoyable
experience for all the members of the family. Instead of spending
money on buying expensive decorations that may be harmful to the
environment, here are a few easy and inexpensive decorating ideas
that the environmental friendly as well.
Organic Orange
Clove Twinklers
Holiday decorations are incomplete without
candles. Here is a way to creatively light up your
home using organic material.
Things you need:
- An orange whole
- Knife
- Cloves
- Beeswax
candle
Procedure:
- Use the knife to cut the orange so that it
can be placed flat on the table.
- Make a hole in the middle
- Scoop out the orange so that the candle can
be placed in it.
- Embellish by pressing cloves into the orange
skin.
- Place the beeswax candle in the hole in the
middle.
Bamboo, Cinnamon Stick, or Magnolia Leaf
Twinklers
Things you need:
- Bamboo
- Cinnamon sticks
- Magnolia leaves
- Twine
- Braided rope
-
Glass jar
- Cranberries or ribbon
- Glue
- Rubber band
- A candle larger than the jar you are using
Procedure:
- Choose a candle that is about 2 inches
taller than the jar.
- The jar, bamboo, cinnamon or magnolia leaves
should be of the same size.
- Place the rubber band around the center of
the jar.
- Apply glue on one side of the bamboo,
cinnamon stick or leaves and place these inside the rubber band with
the glued side on the jar.
- Cover the entire jar with bamboo, cinnamon
sticks or leaves.
- Tie the braided rope over the rubber band
and tie in an appealing manner.
- Place a festive bow over the knotted rope.
- Place the candle in the jar.
Cranberry Holiday Beads:
Use these festive organic beads to decorate
lamps, chandeliers, balconies and window during
the holiday season.
Thing you need:
- Strong thread
- Whole cranberries
- Needle that is about 1.5 inches long
Procedure:
- Thread the needle.
- Tie a large knot at the end of the thread.
- Thread the cranberries on to the thread;
ensure that the knot holds at the end.
- Continue threading till you reach the length
you want.
- Tie a secure knot at the other end.
You can use mixture of pinecones, dried apricots or bay leaves to
make this garland. Make a popcorn garland and use it to feed the
birds.
These eco-friendly holiday decorations can be easily made at home
without having to buy too many things. Use these great holiday
decoration ideas to add to enhance the festive look of your home.
