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Halloween has its origins in the festival of Samhain among the Celts of ancient Britain and Ireland. 1st November was considered the end of the summer period, the date on which the herds were returned from pasture and land tenures were renewed. It was also a time when the souls of those who had died were believed to return to visit their homes. People set bonfires on hilltops to frighten away evil spirits and for relighting their hearth fires for the winter, and they sometimes wore masks and other disguises to avoid being recognized by the ghosts thought to be present. It was in these ways that beings such as witches, hobgoblins, fairies, and demons came to be associated with the day.
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6 Quick And Easy New Year Decor Ideas From Flora2000
CHRISTMAS HOME DECOR: WHERE & HOW?
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Christmas decorations are a big part of the holiday season. Here are some simple ideas and tips to help you decorate the interiors of your home easily and without much hassle.
Decorating the interiors of your home is very different than setting up the Christmas tree or creating an outdoor display. In an average home there are limited locations that the decorations can be placed on without causing disruptions in daily life, and lessen floor space. Therefore, it is important to view what is available in your home, and then work with it to make the best decoration display possible.
The most common place to set up a decoration is on the mantelpiece. A fireplace and a mantel make for an easily decorated area. It may be interesting to string lights or extra greenery up and down the sides of the mantel, where it stands almost flush with the wall in most houses. Candle holders are a great decorative item to add to such a space in your home. You can also place them on a bookshelf or a kitchen counter and bring in the holiday cheer.
Side tables are excellent for setting up table accents and flower arrangements. Be sure to select ones that complement each other. For dining tables, a good centerpiece can really make the difference in creating the Christmas spirit. Consider whether you want a smaller one that can be left in place when the table is in use, or a large removable setting for maximum visual impact. As you carefully decorate the Christmas tree, don
Classy And Creative Christmas Decoration Ideas From Flora2000
It’s that time of the year again when you’ll have guests flocking over to your house for the annual Christmas party. And we understand that you can’t wait to play the perfect host and have already started decorating your house for the perfect party. But wait, you don’t want to overdo it. We have lined up 11 classy and creative Christmas decoration ideas for your abode.
Christmas Candles
Add a touch of Christmas to your dining table or your study with these Christmas themed candles. You can buy snowflake stickers and stick them on glasses. Place white tea light candles in them and let the Christmas magic pour in.
Cookie Cutter Ornaments
You can breathe new life into your old batch of cookie cutters by turning them into Christmas ornaments. Simply cover one side with gifting paper. Attach a wire string at the top of the cutter and hang them on your Christmas tree. You can also add a Christmassy touch to chandelier by hanging these home made ornaments.
Christmas Themed Flower Arrangement
Sometimes, a fresh bunch of flowers do the trick. You can simply book a gorgeous Christmas themed flower arrangement from flora2000.com by choosing from a vast Christmas collection. Flora2000.com has flowers for all the rooms in your house.
Cork Ornaments
Got corks left from your last party? Don’t throw them away; instead turn them into cute little Christmas ornaments. Here’s an example of a Snowman made out of 3 corks. Whitewash 3 corks; glue them together by placing one on top of the other. Use buttons for buttons and for the hat. Draw out the crooked smile add stick tiny buttons for eyes and nose. You can use 2 screws for the hands. This cork snowman can be used as a Christmas ornament for your Christmas tree, or can be placed on your dining table, to add that extra dose of Christmas magic to your dining table.
Bottle Cap Ornaments
There’s plenty of good you can do from used bottle caps. One is turning them into adorable Christmas ornaments. Buy a few pair of wobbly eyes, buttons for noses and pick twigs from a tree and you have reindeer ornaments! Use your imagination and you can come up with many others.
Christmas Ornaments And Dining Table
Hang Christmas ornaments from the chandelier above the dining table.
Stockings
You can ornament your Christmas stockings by sticking a silver brooch to it.
Christmas Mantelshelf
Give your mantelshelf a Christmas make over by decking it up with white tea light candles in glasses, wreaths and other Christmassy things.
Pillow Case
This is the simplest way to make your couch look all Christmassy. Buy golden colored pillow cases and embellish them a festive red bow.
Reindeer
Let the artist in you spring up with this simple and elegant reindeer idea. On a single colored wall/door, sketch out a reindeer. You can use this image as reference.
Snowflakes
You can stick large snowflakes made of ice cream sticks to your walls.
We hope you liked our ideas. If you got ideas that you wish to share, you can add them in the comment box below.
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7 Reasons Why Friends Instantly Make Life Better
Wouldn’t life be meaningless without friends? Yes, absolutely.
On the grumpiest of days the only people who can lift you up are the people you call your friends.
They Accept You For What You Are
Remember that day when you did the most embarrassing thing in public? Your true friends won’t disown you but be part of your madness.
The Crazier The Friends The Better
Don’t you get bored of the everyday small talk you do with people who aren’t your friends? However, it’s a different scenario with your friends. The kind of things you discuss with your friends will make you question your sanity.
Friends Come With Benefits
You know you that your friends are your instant source of happiness, money and food and vice versa. Life only gets better with them.
Free And Honest Advice
A friend will always be around in your good times and definitely more so in your bad. They’ll lift you up and give you the right advice when you need to take tough decisions in life. You can rely on them, because you know that they always want the best for you.
Forever And A Little More
It doesn’t matter if you are a hundred miles away, or in the same city; leading busy lives. When you catch up, you’ll pick up from where you left the last time, effortlessly. And you know that no matter where in the world they are, they’re happy for you, praying for you and will be there for you.
They Are Precious
You know that they’ll be there for you when you need them the most. They’ll do their best, to keep you high in spirit and morale, in your lowest lows.
Without Them Life Is Meaningless
All the success in the world is a waste if you don’t have friends to celebrate it with.
So if you got buddies who’ve stuck with you through thick and thin, here’s your chance to thank them. Friendship Day is on 2nd August. Friends call each other/post sentimental messages on social media platforms. Best friends surprise each other. Go ahead and let your buddy know how much he/she means to you.
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