Creating Festive Holiday Vibes at Home

Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hannukah, or maybe even “Festivus,” this time of year tends to be filled with holiday gatherings and family get-togethers. And there is no better way to bring out the nostalgic holiday vibes, than to create spaces for friends and family that feel special and festive. Some may look for decorating inspiration in magazines or maybe social media sites, but here in Scarsdale we are lucky to have a local floral designer, Amy Sapirstein of Eye Candy Florals, to turn to for some no-fuss decor ideas that will be sure to wow.

From tablescapes and centerpieces to garlands adorning your entryways or fireplaces, Amy offers simple holiday decorating tips using natural-elements and shares accessible ideas to make your space feel cozy, festive and calm this Holiday Season:

Use fresh greenery throughout

Fresh evergreen garland on your mantels or tables
Add Pinecones in a glass vessel or tucked into your greenery
Include simple white twinkle lights (LED battery operated is great) for a festive ambiance

Make festive natural garlands

String cranberries or dried orange slices, mixed with greenery
Making popcorn garland is a fun way to get your kids involved

Candles

Seasonal smelling candles like pine and cinnamon can fill your space with nostalgic scents of the holidays.
Use LED candles on timers that will illuminate your windows once the sun goes down keeping things simple and consistent.

Focus decorating efforts on main areas of your space

Entry tables
Front facing windows
Mantels in main living space
Simple decor in your kitchen where you spend ALOT of time

Forage

Use what you have in your own backyard and involve your kids to collect materials
Collect simple branches
Pinecones
Greenery
Berry branches

Cozy things up

Cozy throw blankets and pillows in neutral tones
Candles for a glow
Display Wooden bowls, trays, etc

Make your own ornaments

Fill clear ornaments shapes with natural elements
Get your kids involved and provide fun festive materials for them to create their own
Cut paper snowflakes
Paint pinecones or decorate with glitter!

For more inspiration head over to Amy’s website Eye Candy Florals or follow her on instagram.