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Last Minute Holiday Decor Ideas

December 22nd, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Featured Interior Designs, Interior Design, Residential Interior Design

Last Minute Holiday Decor Ideas

Well Christmas is only a few days away and you have put off all decorating opportunities, now your in a panic. Don’t panic here are just a few simple ideas that you can pull together with very little effort. You’ll need some ribbon, branch or twig droppings from trees or bushes outside and everyday glassware, and some candy canes and you will have all you need.

TIED TWIGS: photo Midwest Living

Door Decor: photo Better Homes & Garden

Candy Cane Center Piece: photo Better Homes & Garden

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