Winter Wreaths

So you need  little inspiration for your front door during the winter. Here are a few great wreaths I found to show you how creative you can be during the cold winter months.

Some of these would be perfect to hang around the house too. Think above the fireplace, layered in front of a mirror, over a bed...the possibilities are endless!

Natural wreaths are really the way to go during winter. The first one shown is a ready made wreath but you can use this as an example to create your own. Notice all the pinecones, pines bundles, and several sprigs of faux berries to make this wreath so interesting. I love the touches of white.
That makes it pop!

How simple is this wreath? Find a fabulous twig wreath, add a simple ribbon bow and finish it off with pinecone ornaments. Use your imagination here...what would you put at the end of the ribbon?

Such a fabulous wreath this is.....a white spray painted pinecone wreath with simple gold leaves as accents!

STUNNING and SIMPLE!

from REAL SIMPLE

This is an easy to make wreath. Start with a styrofoam or flat wooden wreath, hot glue a few cinnamon sticks, add in a few berries and tie it up with a ribbon. VOILA! you have a simple and elegant wreath that not only looks sweet but smells great too!

Cinnamon stick wreath

Such a wonderful idea....a MARSHMALLOW WREATH!

Create this one with the kids for a fun craft day.

This lovely wool felt rose wreath uses the best colors for winter.

But it warms you up with the materials used. I love the extra touches of sparkle snowflakes!

This silver toned wreath featured on Stonegable Blog is my favorite.

It is such an easy shape but with such style.

So are you now inspired to make a new wreath for your front door? Did you find one to create for inside your home? I would love to hear from you and which is your favorite. Please let me know.

And if you have some of your own creations...post them on my FB fan page at Christa Delgado Design Inc.

Happy Decorating!

Using Nature to add to your Holiday Decor

Need a few holiday design ideas using nature? Why not look into your own backyard or maybe your neighbors (please ask first) for some simple twigs and branches. How about taking a walk into the woods or nearby park to get the whole family involved? Before you start cutting, try and search for broken limbs or some on the ground. It will save the trees as well as your back and hands.

Depending on the look you want or how you want to decorate your limbs will determine the size and shape that you collect. Do you want to hang heavy ornaments? Will you paint it? Is  it a statement arrangement or just to add a little something to your decor? How about adding glitter or lights? Or just let the beauty of nature be the star. There are so many options to use twigs and branches in your holiday decorating theme.

Here are some inspirations to bring nature inside for the holidays.

You might be lucky enough to find branches with moss but if not add a little reindeer moss (found at most craft stores) to your branches. Here they use colorful birds for the theme.

  Do you want a more elegnat look? Add a touch of sparkle using chandelier crystals. They are bold and elegant. And very simple to do.

 Are you more of a romantic when it comes to holiday decorating? Try using white spray paint on very delicate branches. Using a large bunch, create a n arrangement with a crystal vase, a few store bought colorful but natural floral stems and add a few crystals. Stunning!

 How about adding to the top of your tree? Add height and fullness at the top just by sticking the branches inside the tree. Make sure you use light weight for this application.

 Another elegant way to use branches is by keeping it simple. Glass balls are the only adornment here. Just make sure your branches are secure in the vase.

 Try bringing in very large and tall branches into your home for drama.

In this modern home, they used glass cylinder vessels and filled white beads. This same idea can be used in traditional settings as well. Just get creative on your containers. Again, make sure you weigh the base down as this one can tip over easily.

 A sweet idea for a table top tree.

Spray your branches white, add white ornaments and white lights and you are done!

 Another truly natural way to use twigs from your yard is in an arrangement. Choose a sturdy container, add fresh greens, berries and twigs for height. Voila, you have a beautiful statement piece.

A simple ornament to make is by using twigs all about the same size. With a little twine, you can create this in no time. Use your imagination on this one...paint it, add glitter or even fun little berries. this is one the kids can help you do as well.

I hope you will try a few of these natural twig ideas this year!

Let me know and please comment on my inspirations to which is your favorite!

Happy Decorating!