The festive garlands that catch our eye in winter displays are fairly easy to make. The materials -- evergreen branches, holly, ivy, flowers or seed pods, pine cones -- are held together on a piece of ...

Festive foliage garlands look fabulous draped over mirrors, mantels, doorways and even the Christmas table. Yet with the heating on, they can end up looking a bit drab by the big day. If you want to ...

Whether it’s the scent of evergreens or the lasting beauty of magnolia leaves, fresh wreaths make the holidays feel extra-special. But to maintain fresh wreaths for the entire season, keep a few ...

The winter holidays are fast approaching, so many of us are dressing up our homes with seasonal splendor. And what better option than beautiful boughs of live garland to add a festive touch? “Many ...

Have you ever needed a last-minute table decoration just before your guests arrive? This fresh flower garland is so fast to make and looks just as pretty as many more complicated arrangements. But the ...

While lifelike decor is a popular, festive choice to deck the halls during the holidays, some homeowners prefer using fresh garland and wreaths to make living spaces merry and bright. Featuring a ...

Aah, the scent of fresh-cut cedar, pine or rosemary. It’s what makes the holiday smell so good and feel so real. You get those seasonal sensations when you make your own fresh evergreen garland for ...

Less is more when decorating with garland. Twinkle lights and ribbon are really the only embellishments you need. Nothing says the holidays are here more than fresh garland. “Not only does it look ...

HOUSTON – It’s time to say yes to fresh garlands! Kim Czuppon and Jessica Malpass, co-owners of Forget-Me-Not Pots, showed us different styles for home décor and simple ways to use them throughout the ...

Even though this post is a couple of years old, the idea behind it is still one of my favorite ways to decorate for winter. I happened to have fresh cedar left over from my grandson’s wedding that ...