Simplicity is key, but garland is something that can never be too complicated or too simple. This new garland DIY is the perfect distraction and even a good saver for your stay-in holiday. 

Everyone loves decorating during Christmas, whether you’re putting up a fake tree or going out and chopping down a fresh one, there is no better feeling than that. It is very nostalgic when putting up the red and green decorations, but with this new trend, simplicity is the new way to ring in the holiday. 

Garland is always so beautiful, whether it has lights or ornaments, or if it’s around your railing or on top of your fireplace. Garland has that sentimental feeling, it brings more spirit with it than just a tree or some lights. 

This very trendy DIY hack for the holiday does make everything seem more simple, but it is the idea of centring it around garland that still keeps it traditional. Many trends this year is to make your home ‘insta-worthy’ and for many people that ‘insta-worthy’ trend is the minimalist/ all white/ cozy feel. 

With this trend comes the idea of not adding any Christmas decor that would clash with the rest of the house. So, garland is the way to feel cozy, but keep it minimalist. The biggest idea is DIY made with fresh garland. You would take long branches of fresh garland and tie burlap rope on either end and hang it above your fireplace. 

It may not seem very special, and not at all hard to accomplish, but it is the most minimalist you could get. The other trend would be the basic garland. The only thing about this is that the trend is to overflow the garland wherever you place it. 

Fresh garland is the best option, it is fuller, looks prettier, and has a great smell. The idea is if you’re placing it around the fireplace, or around a door frame to let it fall more. The idea of having more of an overhang is that it makes it feel more outdoorsy. This look can be achieved with excess amounts of fake garland as well, but it might not sit well unless you really work at it. 

This trend can seem like it hasn’t actually changed much, but when it comes to the overall aesthetic of your home it truly is something beautiful to look at. Adding in some warm white lights can make it look even better. Always remember though, that doing it yourself is always more fun, more efficient, and a way to make it your own.