Let’s get started on some hot Trending New Year’s Eve Decoration Ideas 

1.  Candy Colours

This year we are seeing a ton of bright and beautiful colours.  Instead of traditional black and gold, bring out tons of colour and celebrate with brights.  Accent your home decor with a candy table to lock this theme in.  You can also add hanging garland in candy colours.

 

2.  All the Glitters

By far my favourite, I love everything sparkly so I’m thrilled that we are seeing tons of sparkle and glitter.  You may have noticed a lot of the “flip sequin” clothing in the stores.  Bring this into your home for New Year’s by adding this style to your pillows, blankets and more.  You could also have glitter hair spray or make up ready to use!

3.  Rose Gold Glamour

Bring some glam to your home this New Year’s with rose gold accents.  This colour has been gaining popularity for the past couple of years and is still on point.  Use this colour in your table decor with charger plates, cutlery and edible rose gold flakes or powder on your cupcakes and desserts!

4.  “Bubbles and Bowties”

A cute name with a rather sophisticated look.  To create this look you’ll need dark lighting with warm lights and as the name states, bowties are mandatory.  Use black table cloths, sparkling lighting and don’t forget the champagne! 

 

Keep reading for more ideas!

5.  Beach Vibes 

Treat your guests with some beachy bliss.  Bring some warm weather in with starfish, palm trees and some of those inflatable pink flamingos you’re seeing everywhere!  I’ve actually seen some cute mini flamingos that would look awesome in a punch bowl.  Bring in some bright pillows and candle holders to bring the decor together.

6.  Elegant and Clean

 

On the flip side, elegance and simplicity has become a top trend in home decor.  Interior design alone is neutral, clean and elegant.  Wood and metal accents are making bold statements amongst grey and white backgrounds.  You can easily add to your decor this New Year’s by bringing in flowers with clear vases, lanterns and glowing candles

7.  Whimsical Wonder

Bring out your inner child with some whimsical charm.  This trend is perfect for a New Year’s party because it’s fanciful and amusing and what’s a better way to bring in the new year?  To achieve this look use coloured decor in tins, fuzzy fabric with woodland accents.  A neat DIY decor project that would work for this look – tie some coloured tea cups on a string and hang them!

8.  Funky Flashback

Disco balls, go-go boots and jive!  Live it up on New Year’s with this forever fun, funky flashback decor trend.  Think lava lamps and coloured lighting.  Go over to your local thrift shop and grab some records to hang on the wall and even break out Bee Gee’s.

Found your New Year’s Decor Idea yet?  There’s a couple more!

9.  “Pop, Fizz, Clink”

Celebrate the traditional New Year’s feeling with the new Pop, Fizz, Clink look.  Use gold, glitter with cursive writing for any lettering on napkins, cake toppers, wall hangings and decor.  Fancy and festive this look never gets old!

10.  Hygge Comfort

Finally, saving the best for last, the hygge inspired trend is the PERFECT way to bring in the New Year!  Forget uncomfortable formal clothing and have your guests arrive in their yoga pants, leg warmers and toques.  Bring out the warm blankets, pillows and floor cushions.  Make warm beverages, light some candles and bring in the New Year in the most relaxed way! 

What New Year’s Decor are you going to use this year?  We hope we’ve given you some inspiration and ideas for this year’s big party.  If you’re looking from some DIY decor to help you get ready certainly check out these Hygge Inspired Blanket Tassels or New Year’s Eve Countdown Clock.

Happy Home Decor!

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1. Rainbow Trees

Predicted to be the biggest trend this season, this colourful look is sure to make a statement. You can easily create this design by picking up a few boxes of different coloured ornaments. A great tip from www.housebeautiful.com, keep in mind you’ll need more boxes of the colour on the bottom of the tree as it gets wider on the way down.

2. Wicker Tree Skirts

The absolutely perfect way to cover the worst bit of your tree. This collar covers up not only the trunk but also the never attractive water basin. You can get one in any colour you like, from white to dark brown, so they suit any palette.

Christmas Decor

3. 80’s Vintage

Oh the 80’s. A decade where our Christmas’ were filled with tinsel, multi-coloured foil stars, glass ornaments that shattered if you breathed on them and false trees so sparse they looked like they were attacked by termites. But despite all of this, or maybe because of it, you just can’t beat the nostalgic feeling of having a few of these kicking around the house.

This must be why 80’s vintage is making such a huge comeback this year, with stores like Michaels even coming out with an entire vintage inspired collection. Pick up some vintage decor here.

4. Mother Nature

Natural elements have been a part of Christmas decorating since the beginning of, well, Christmas decorating. It all started with evergreen wreaths, berry garlands and pinecone ornaments.  This isn’t a trend that is going anywhere anytime soon and we can’t say we’re sad about that.

5. Warm Golden Lights

In recent years, since the LED bulb came onto the market, the trend in lighting has been icy whites with bold, electric colours. This year that will flip as we see a swing back to warm, golden tones. The glow from these lights will bathe your home in warmth and splendor. But don’t worry! You won’t have to go back to eco-unfriendly incandescent bulbs to get this look.

6. Barely There Christmas

Not for everyone, this hot trend is sweeping the decor world. If you can resist hauling all of your decorations from storage, this look can deliver a clean, crisp and modern Christmas. Our friends at A Crafted Passion have eleven inspirational strategies to get you started.

7. DIY Advents

Anyone remember those cardboard calendars with the not-so-great little chocolates in them? While those are still hanging around, the trend for 2018 is to make your own. There are unlimited tutorials out there – including our own. Options range from chalkboards, to felt, to wood boxes and everything in-between. There’s even kits that make it that much easier to get started – you can find some here. 

8. Plaid Stockings

The great thing about this easy trend is  you can pick up these beauties pretty much anywhere. Because they are so popular this year, every store from the local Dollar Store to Pottery Barn has them in-stock and ready to buy. Don’t wait too long though or they’ll be gone!

9. Folklore

Inspired by the Hygge (pronounced ‘hoo-ga’) decorating trend, this Christmas style is sitting front and centre in 2018. Hygge – in a very basic sense – is the Scandinavian concept of feeling cozy contentment and well-being through simple things. With how crazy the world is feeling today, it’s no wonder this concept is so popular. Think candles, blankets, cocoa, and even sweatpants. Its not only about decor, its also a state of mind.

10. Pink

I’m dreaming of a Pink Christmas!! Say yes to this fun colour we don’t normally associate with the holidays. Think pink lights, ornaments, wreaths, dare we say… a pink tree?? While that might be pushing most of us past our comfort zones, don’t be afraid to add touches of this trendy colour to your decor strategy. Perhaps try starting with out funky pink photo box pictured above? Get the tutorial here.

We hope you found this list of Christmas Decor helpful and that you feel inspired to mix something new into your holiday decor this year! However you decorate your home, we hope you have a very Merry Christmas.

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What You’ll Need:

• Red felt
• Black felt
• A black button
• Embroidery thread in black 
• Needle
• Scissors
• Hot glue gun and sticks
• Paper
• Marker
• Brooch Pin

Take a scrap piece of paper and fold it in half. Draw half of a heart onto the paper, making the straight edge on the fold. Cut out the heart shape. Use the cut-out to trace the heart onto the red felt. Cut out the felt heart, you’ll need four hearts in total.

Red Felt from Amazon – $6.56

Glue the heart petals together in the centre, overlapping the edges in the middle.

Cut a circle from the black felt slightly larger than your black button.

Black felt from Amazon – $5.00

Glue the circle onto the centre of the red heart petals.

Use some black thread and a needle to stitch some decorative lines around the black felt circle. Sew a black button into the middle of the black circle.

Embroidery Thread from Amazon – $1.05

Glue a brooch pin or magnet clasp to the back of the poppy and you are done!

Pin Clasp from Amazon – $7.99

Check out our Remembrance Day Craft  – Elegant Button Poppy for more November decor – its also makes for a great family project.

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My project this week is some painted and glittery shells. On our shelves in the living room we have a little wooden dish. Every season I switch out what sits in the dish – its currently holding some sparkly skulls for Halloween. I had been thinking of doing something a little different this year for Christmas, so once Christine and I decided to dedicate a week to a coastal theme, I thought of my dish! Once these Coastal Christmas Seashells came out better than I expected, and as a bonus, only took me an hour to make!

It may be snowing outside but with these decorations, the summer vibe will certainly last a little longer.

Coastal Christmas Seashells

What you’ll need:

• A variety of seashells
• Paint in navy and gold
• Glue
• Teal glitter
• Paint brushes

Firstly, cover some of the shells with glue.

Before the glue dries, dip or pour glitter over the shells.

Paint some of the shells gold. This will most likely need two coats, be sure to let the paint dry between layers.

Paint the remaining shells navy. I painted only half of these cone shells for a fun effect.

Allow them to dry completely.

Finally, arrange into a vase, dish or plate to display and you’re done.

I hope you liked these Coastal Christmas Seashells!  If you’re looking for more Christmas decor, certainly check out this 2 Step Coastal Christmas Starfish Decoration or these Retro Christmas Photo Transfers.

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One of the biggest trends of the past few years has been faux taxidermy. Deer, moose, rhinos, even unicorn heads have been gracing every walls in every colour and texture you can imagine. So  it’s time we showed you how to make one for your own home, especially because you’ll be shocked at how easy and quick this project is. Let’s make this easy faux marble deer head.

Easy Faux Marble Deer Head Decor

What You’ll Need:

• Wood deer head
• Patterned paper
• Paint
• Foam brush
• Modge Podge glue

Paint the sides of the wood gold, covering the deer head all the way around.

If paint gets on the front of the wood that is fine, this will be covered with the patterned paper.

Trace the deer head onto the patterned paper. Tip: trace onto the patterned side of the paper. This will prevent the cut-out not fitting the deer head when you flip it over.

Cut out the tracing.

Cover the front of the deer head with a thin layer of Modge Podge. Make sure its not too thick, puddles of glue will cause the paper to ripple.

Smooth the paper onto the Modge Podge and cover with another layer to seal the paper to the wood.

Finally, let it dry and hang!  A fresh, modern take on Christmas decor. 

We hope you loved this Easy Faux Marble Deer Head Decor for your modern Christmas decor!  If you’re looking for more, certainly check out these DIY Chunky Christmas Blanket Tassels of this Coastal Christmas Starfish Decor.

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I am officially inspired and will defiantly be making bookends for other holidays going forward. This design will take a couple hours to complete but will add a big patriotic statement just in time for July 1^st.

Canada Day Bookends

What You’ll Need:

• Scrap wood pieces or a solid block of wood (you need something about 5” x 5”)
• Wood glue
• Paint pens in black and red
• White and black paint
• Sandpaper
• Graphite transfer paper
• Pencil
• Design template – click here for True and here for North

Step One:

Firstly, paint the wood pieces with a base coat in black paint and let dry

Once the black paint is dry, cover it completely with a coat of white paint. Let this layer dry.

Take the sandpaper and lightly sand away the white layer of paint in some spots, creating a distressed effect, try to use a light hand when sanding so that the black layer of paint doesn’t get sanded off too.

Step Two:

Secondly, use the graphite paper and a pencil to transfer the design onto the face of your bookends. You could use your own design or freehand anything you like here too

Colour in the design using the paint pens

Step Three:

Finally, assemble two wood pieces to create an L shape. Add a third piece to make a front face for the design to go on. You could also use a solid wood block if you have one (I had these little wood plaques in my stash so decided to use them up)

Place the bookends on your shelf and have a great weekend celebrating Canada’s 150!!

Bring your Canada Day décor outside with a festive door hanger – Canada Day – Welcome, Eh! Door Decor

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1. Food Coloring Painted Easter Eggs by And Then Home

An Easter classic and always fun for kids, you probably have everything you need in the pantry.

2. Easter Egg Carton Chicks by Paper, Plate and Plane

After you’ve made you Easter eggs, hang on to those empty cartons. This cute crafts lets kids turn recycling into little yellow chicks. They also make containers to keep small candies inside. 

3. Bunny Ears by Martha Stewart

Turn your little one into the cutest bunny ever with these headband felt ears by Martha Stewart.

Don’t worry! There’s still more crafts ahead…….

4. DIY Egg Popper Tree by Studio DIY

Turn a tree in your yard into the coolest Easter surprise. Make plastic eggs into candy filled poppers and let your kids pull and pop and gather up all the candies that fall out.

5. Easter Bunny Footprints by The Larson Lingo

Leave bunny tracks for your littles to discover in the morning. They’ll love seeing the evidence left behind by the fluffy giver of chocolates.

6. Hand and Footprint Canvas by Champagne and Sugarplums

A little messy but totally worth it! This craft really gets your kids involved and makes lasting memories of their tiny hands and feet.

7. Sock Bunnies by A Pumpkin and a Princess

These make great handmade gifts for Easter baskets that you can make for the kids or with them.

8. DIY Daffodils by Mend & Make New

So quick and easy but so sweet. Perfect for little hands and minds to create and keep for an Easter bouquet.

9. Popsicle Stick Chicks by Crafty Morning 

Simple and fun, your kids will love making these funny square characters!

There’s Still More Easter Crafts!

10. Cute Critter Treat Jars by Champagne and Sugarplums

These adorable little critter treat jars are a sweet way to gift a little Easter cheer to friends and family. Fill them with candy for an easy present that’s sure to please.

11. Yarn Wrapped Carrots by Easy, Peasy and Fun

A wonderful craft for kids in kindergarten and even some preschoolers! Wrapping the yarn around cardboard paper is an excellent fine motor exercise.

12. Peek-a-Boo Clothespin Eggs by One Little Project

Each egg takes less than 5 minutes to make but kids will have hours of fun opening and closing them to see the little surprise chick inside! 

13. Easter Sun-catchers by Everyday Dishes

Here comes the sun! It may not last long but kids will love making these sun-catchers with four different cutouts that are perfect for the Easter holiday.

 14. Salt Dough Eggs by Design Mom 

Who’s ready for bright colors, pastels, and anything green? Help mother nature along with the bright tones of these Salt Dough Easter Egg Ornaments.

15. Punny Easter Art by Champagne and Sugarplums

This clever little pun makes for a fun and quirky decoration, it’ll keep everyone giggling all weekend long.

We hope you enjoyed this roundup of Easter Crafts for Both Kids and Adults! Don’t forget to share your ideas and projects with us, we’d love to see them.

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Christmas or new years DIY Wedding centrepiece

What You’ll Need:

• Small shatterproof ornaments (no bigger than 2”)
• Styrofoam ball
• Candle holder for a base
• Small beads or glass marbles
• Knife
• Low temp hot glue gun and sticks

Firstly, cut the bottom of the Styrofoam ball so that it has a flat edge that will sit on the candle holder base. Remove the hanger pieces from the tops of the ornaments.

Secondly, begin pushing an ornament into the top of the Styrofoam ball. The top ‘bump’ should push into the Styrofoam. Add some glue to hold it in place.

Continue adding ornaments around the first one you placed. Keep them as tight together as possible to avoid large gaps.

Use some glue to attach the Styrofoam ball to the candle holder.

Finally, add the smaller beads or marbles into the gaps between the ornaments. Use some glue to hold in place.

Voila! One centrepiece down…probably a bunch more to go. But some good people and good wine will help you along. Hi Ho, Hi Ho, off to work you go! ?

We hope you liked this Christmas or New Years DIY Wedding Centrepiece as much as we do!   Looking for more DIY wedding crafts?  Certainly check out our DIY Favour Boxes or Unique Wedding Gift, Year of Firsts .

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What You’ll Need:

• • Wreath base (preferably cardboard or wood over wire. It’ll be easier to attach the leaves to)
  • Glitter paper (scrapbook paper is perfect)
  • Template – get it here
  • Scissors
  • Hot glue gun and sticks
  • Ribbon

Print out template and use it to trace the pattern onto the back of the glitter paper. You’ll need to trace about 30 leaves in a variety of colours and then cut out all the leaves.

Attach a length of ribbon for hanging to the wreath base. Glue the leaves onto the wreath base, alternating the colours. Be sure to overlap the leaves on top of the ribbon to cover it.

We hope you have fun making this wreath, you’ll love how easy it is! You might also like our Fall Beer Bottle Decor and Fun Fall Welcome Decor Sign.

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1. Food Network – Carrot Cake Perogies

These delicious perogies were available a few years ago so this is a good recipe for Stampeders and for those who can’t make it to the grounds. They are filled with carrot cake spiced with cinnamon and drizzled with caramel sauce, for a sweet twist on a usually savoury dish. 

2. And Then Home – Traditional Poutine with a Homemade Gravy

Always a food truck favourite, poutine is a Canadian classic. You’ll find all kinds of poutine at the Stampede. Some you’ve seen before and some you haven’t – clam chowder poutine is new for 2017. But you can never go wrong with a traditional recipe like the one we have here.

3. Amber Approved – Calgary Stampede 102 Salad

Because you can’t survive solely on fried foods and beef, we’ve included a salad recipe full of delicious and filling ingredients inspired by Alberta. It’s a perfect way to get a healthy meal away from all the indulgence found at the Calgary Stampede

4. Western Living – Chunky Bacon Jam

Nothing says Cowboy cuisine quite like bacon. This sweet and savoury jam makes it easy to add bacon to any meal – it goes on everything from sandwiches to scrambled eggs.

5. Taste of Home – Calgary Stampede Ribs Recipe

Ribs are a must for a Stampede BBQ and this recipe by an Alberta native is guaranteed to have everyone licking their fingers and asking for more. 

6. National Caesar Day – The Caesar Drink

Essential to any Stampede breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner,  is the Caesar.  At its simplest it’s made with vodka, Clamato juice, hot sauce and Worcestershire sauce. There are unlimited options for garnish including horseradish, bacon, or pickle juice to name a few. The National Caesar Day website has a ton of ideas to inspire you.

7. Calgary Stampede – Stampede Granola

This one comes straight from the kitchens of the Calgary Stampede. Packed with wholesome ingredients it’ll keep you going at the Stampede Grounds, on a hike, or for a busy day around town.

8. Ricardo Cuisine – Baked Beans

The perfect side dish to any BBQ menu, these baked beans have a smoky flavour with a slight kick that will complement any burger or steak.

9. Deanna’s Daughter – Calgary Stampede Buttermilk Pancakes

Something you may not know about the Calgary Stampede is the pancake breakfasts. All over the city throughout Stampede free pancake breakfasts pop up with line ups around the corner. So, why not start your day with a country style breakfast with this satisfying and delicious recipe.

10. Merry About Town – Mini Doughnuts

Food at the Stampede changes form year to year but one thing that never changes is mini doughnuts. Warm, soft and covered in sugar and cinnamon they are an annual favourite. To make it easier to make them at home, here’s a recipe that doesn’t require any deep frying.

I don’t know about you but I’m suddenly starving! Give one of these recipes a try and let us know what you think. If you liked this list try our Top 10 Soft and Chewy Cookie Recipes.

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