Sometimes the most enjoyable part of the holidays is decorating your home each year. To make decorating even more special, why not make some of your own decorations? A great and easy way to start is by crafting Christmas garlands and swags to drape on mantels, along staircases, over doorways -- really wherever you need a splash of cheer.
Even better, once you've mastered the art of making these decorative items, you can vary them slightly (or not) and give them as gifts to friends and family. They'll appreciate the one-of-a-kind present that you took the time to make with your own two hands. In this article, we'll show you how to make a variety of Christmas garlands and swags, including: Decorating Your Mantel Whether your holiday decorating tastes run more toward using natural items like leaves and pinecones or toward incorporating traditional elements such as lace and holiday fabrics, you'll find plenty of ... more.
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