I spent the day Christmas shopping, baking Christmas cookies, and most importantly, putting up Christmas decorations with one of my best friends. I love all decorations, the garlands, lights, ornaments, candles, tress.... There are so many to choose from. Decorations can get very expensive, so here is a couple houses I have decorated and tips for brightening up any room on a budget.
If you can invest in a fake tree, do. It will save you money in the future and you can always burn a candle to get that real tree scent. Make sure you get a nice one, it is well worth it. Places like Costco, Sam's, and Christmas decor outlets often have the best deals.
Pick a color theme and stick to it. Ornament sets are less expensive than buying individual ones, and garland is a great way of adding a lot of color with out spending a lot of money.
Thick and pre-decorated garland can be very expensive, but you can make your own and it is personalized to match your theme. Michael's sells garland for $2.99. On your mantel fold the garland in half; on larger areas wrap two strand around each other. Michael's all carries "picks" (small decorative sticks) for less than $1. Choose approximately three different ones and spread throughout.
Use things from around your home. A tray with ornaments and candle holders can add a very classy touch, and costs almost nothing!
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