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Tips for Modern Christmas Decorations and Candle Holders

Bring in the season of warmth and good cheer by creating the right ambience in your home. There are a host of décor accessories available, but selecting something that suits your tastes and requirements is not a small challenge.

Author: Sharon Silveraa

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Traditional décor would definitely give your home an old world charm, but you could also consider some modern Christmas decorations for a novel touch.

When thinking about Christmas decorations, the first thing that comes to mind is decorating the Christmas tree. Placing bright lights on the branches near the base of the tree is the first step. Then, weave strings of lights along the insides of the branches slowly moving to the top of the tree. Next, add beautiful garlands; use themed garlands if you are following a theme. Hang all your ornaments on the tips of the branches. Consider using felted ornaments for a contemporary touch, instead of the traditional glass ones. Not only are felt ornaments a great way to update a tree, they are very durable and will last for years. Adding quilled paper ornaments would also give your tree a unique look. Beaded snowflakes, glittered feathers or delicate white porcelain ornaments are some of the more modern Christmas decorations you could use to deck your tree.

Festive candle holders are a must-have this season as are gorgeous candles. These are available in many shapes, sizes and in natural, smoke-free materials like beeswax and soy to highlight different ways to shine. A Christmas feast is incomplete without candles in delicate candle holders to create a warm ambience. These holders also help in protecting your furniture and your beautiful table covers by preventing damage from wax drippings. Some decorative candles need a holder to support them for standing upright.

Candles can vary in their height and size, but its best to stick to one color scheme for creating the perfect mood. Light up your home by strategically placing assorted candles in coordinated color groupings. Look out for candle holders that match the dimensions of the candles you select. Some mosaic glass candle stands are reflective and double the glow of the candle. These also help in refracting candlelight to create a beautiful ambient light. Create a candlelit Christmas centerpiece on your dining table or mantel using crackled glass or mercury glass votive cups on a decorative platter ringed with red berries and lush green foliage.

With modern Christmas decorations and exquisite candle holders, make this Yuletide season even more special.

About Author

Sharon Silveraa is a certified interior designer and runs her own interior decoration consultancy. Sharon especially loves decorating a home in wooden furniture and believes that nothing gives a home as warm and cozy a touch as all-wood furniture and decor. Sharon loves reading up on new design ideas, and has a special interest in space saving techniques. Here she writes about modern Christmas decorations and candle holders.

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Tips for Modern Christmas Decorations and Candle Holders