SMITH & HAWKEN® TOP TEN: OUTDOOR HOLIDAY DÉCOR OPTIONS - 'Tis the Season to Decorate the Outdoors in Style
Forget the blow-up snow globes, Smith & Hawken offers the following ten elements that can be mixed and matched to create a festive, yet sophisticated holiday look to the front or back yard.
1. "The Shape of Things" - stars, snowflakes, sleighs, jingle bells...use these traditional holiday shapes and symbols in a mix of materials to decorate the outdoors.
2. "Winter Wonderland" - twinkling lights on a cold winter night really set the scene, so string them around tree branches, topiaries, porch railings, doorways and along eaves for a truly magical effect. For extra flare, choose decorative ones that look as festive during the day as they do lit up at night.
3. "Trim a Tree" - don't just use ornaments inside, add oversized versions in weather-hardy materials to trees in the yard for a bit of sparkle or use edible ornaments to attract birds.
4. "Go Green" - grace garlands, faux or fresh, around doorways or railings for a touch of evergreen. Dress them in lights or ornaments. Garlands are versatile and can create a wide variety of looks, from pastoral to traditionally elegant.
5. "A Circular Sensation" - whether fresh or faux, rustic or sophisticated, placing a wreath on a front door always says "welcome" to friends and family. A split wreath makes a grand statement on double doors or gates, without inhibiting an easy entry.
6. "Dressed in Metal" - create rustic charm outside with galvanized metal bows and garlands that easily withstand the cold while adding a pop of color and style to doors, fences or porches.
7. "The Door Matters" - doormats are a great, inexpensive way to add a pop of color, a touch of whimsy or some seasonal flare to an entrance, all while keeping mud from being tracked in from the outside.
8. "Double Duty" - pre-lit versions of trees, topiaries, swags, wreaths, garlands and other holiday inspired décor means less work and more impact.
9. "Season's Greetings" - say it with metal signs
that spell out the spirit of the season and wish passersby a bit of holiday cheer.
10."Winter Glow" - in addition to light strings, pump up the glow by lining luminaries and lanterns along pathways, on the front porch and hung from trees.
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Smith & Hawken® is the premier authority in outdoor garden living, dedicated to providing products distinguished by authenticity, style and above all, fine craftsmanship. Smith & Hawken's products are sold across the country through 58 Smith & Hawken retail stores, its catalog, Internet site and select high-end independent garden centers. An exclusive line of branded products is also sold at all 1400 Target stores nationwide. Based in Novato, California, Smith & Hawken is a division of Scotts Miracle-Gro Company.
