Decorating Starts Early
November 19, 2020 Newsletter
Hello,
I’ve decided it’s the perfect year to start decorating for the holidays early. Why wait? Who says you have to wait for Thanksgiving. Especially when we’re talking about twinkle lights. The global pandemic made me put away my social rule book. I’m doing whatever makes me smile!
Decorating for the holidays always makes me smile. In this week’s newsletter, I’m sharing some great holiday decorating inspiration. It’s all about bringing nature inside.
Happy Gardening,
Sue
Amaryllis Bulbs
Amaryllis are native to Peru and South Africa. They have a wide range of colors available and are just plain fun to watch grow.
Best of all, you can keep your amaryllis blooming for years with proper care. Yes, years! Check out this great article from the University of Minnesota Extension office to learn how to care for your bulbs so you don’t have to keep spending money on new ones.
How to Care for Amaryllis Bulbs
You can still purchase amaryllis bulbs from Longfield Gardens, but you need to be quick. Many of the popular varieties are sold out. When I checked their website this morning, there were still some beautiful varieties left, including the beautiful pink one in the photo above called Apple Blossom.
Amaryllis Bulbs from Longfield Gardens
Wakefield Handmade Pottery
Peter Wakefield Jackson has been creating pottery for over 35 years. Peter is accepting holiday pre-orders which allows his clients to get the pieces they want for their holiday decorating and gift-giving. There’s a great selection of flower pots that are perfect for your amaryllis bulbs.
Wakefield Handmade pottery is hand-crafted. Each piece is thrown, fired, and packed by Peter himself. These are true works of art. You can follow Peter on Instagram to get a behind-the-scenes look at his studio.
Best of all, if you use the shopping code SHARETHELOVE, you can get a 10% discount on your order and 5% of the proceeds will go to support the Second Harvest Foodbank of Wisconsin.
My three favorite picks are:
#6 Mineral Point, Piecrust Under Rim
#6 English Split Rim Scallop with Attached Saucer
Make Your Own Garlands and Wreaths
I love to make my own wreaths and garlands to decorate the mantle and walls in Winter. There’s something special about bringing the outdoors inside, especially during the cold winter months. Here are some great resources to help you with some great decorating DIYs.
How to Make a Dried Orange Slice Garland
How to Make a Glittery Pinecone Garland
How to Make an Evergreen Garland
Dried Botanicals for Perfect Decor
I would rather have a flower arrangement of dried botanicals than one made from artificial flowers. There’s something magical about dried arrangements, and they last a very long time. Thankfully, Bloomist has a great selection of dried botanicals that can be used to decorate your home.
