Go beyond endowment wrap with these adorably unparalleled bow decorate estimation .
Robert Peterson / Interior Designer : Paige Minear
fore made of ribbon have long been a raw material of elegantgift wrapping , but in recent year they ’ve made their path into other parts of the home ( and fashion ) world . No longer just reserved for the holiday , arc have become a pop design motifon everything from earrings to mug to artwork .
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Since Christmas and bows are an inherently popular duo , combining the dwelling house decor style with your vacation decorating is a no - brainer . To help oneself you bedight your residence ( and tables , mantels , and wreaths ) with bows and typewriter ribbon , we ’ve curated a list of creative room to incorporate these frail , gay accessories into your interior decoration this holiday season .
Carson Downing
1. Add Bows to Your Christmas Tree
When it come to decorating your Christmas tree , bows offer interminable opening for both style and functionality . For a unique turn , expend ribbon tied into curtain call to hangyour ornamentsinstead of traditional metal crotchet for a touch of elegance that ’s still virtual . bow can also exchange or complement ornament — simply set them throughout the Sir Herbert Beerbohm Tree in your chosencolor schemefor a cohesive look . look at unlike typewriter ribbon tail lengths , as short tails produce a voguish , minimalist feel , while long tails lend a more dramatic , run outcome . For an optic - catching finish , consider an outsize bow as a statementtree opera hat , or layer multiple bow for a bold appearing .
Satin , silk , and velvet ribbons each offer their own unique smasher and texture . For add visual interest , mix different ribbon finishes in your curtain call to produce a rich , layered effect . You might even consider one with a striking approach pattern for a lighthearted aim .
ADAM ALBRIGHT
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2. Elevate Holiday Place Settings
This year , level up yourholiday tablescapewithplace settingsfeaturing beautiful bow accents . Wrap both end of a Christmas firecracker with velvet bow for a sophisticated and timeless favor , or localise a small roll gift with a Greco-Roman prow beside each plate — pure as both gay decor and a thoughtful present for Guest to take home . For an added layer of appealingness , tie-in bows aroundnapkin ring , silverware , wine glass , or candlestick bearer .
3. Add Color to a Garland
utilize ribbon or florist conducting wire to securegarland throughout your home , decorating banisters , mantels , large mirrors , threshold , and even outside features like mailboxes and porch railings . Once the florilegium is in place , tie large bow with cascade down tails at each gunpoint between the curve . quad the bows evenly and experimentation with flip-flop colors , shape , or stopping point .
Nathan Kirkman / Interior Designer : Jennifer DeCleene
4. Personalize Christmas Stockings
total a personalized touch to yourChristmas stockingsby adorning them with bows that complement your vacation composition . Tie a large and elegant prow around the top of the stocking and fasten it tightly . For a touch of whimsy , layer small bow among the large bow in various finis , patterns , or tag length , or comprise charming accessories like the first initial of the stocking ’s possessor or a lilliputian pom - pom garland . Hang stockingson your mantle , staircase , or along a wall .
5. Spruce Up Your Wreaths
A timeless way of life to comprise bow into your Christmas interior decoration is by adding one toa wreath , whether it ’s display on yourfront dooror hung indoors . plug the bow with florist wire at the top or bottom of the wreath and allow for the tails to cascade gracefully down the greenery for a polished looking at , or keep them short for a more playful one . If you have mini chaplet , apply ribbon to flow them from chairbacks or in front of mirrors with draping bows at the top of the loop .
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6. Turn Picture Frames into Holiday Artwork
Subtly use bows in your Christmas interior decoration by embellishing yourpicture frameswith them . Regardless of size , a bow makes your existing wall decor look thoughtfully decorated for the holiday . apply a broad variety of ribbons for each frame while , whether that ’s with conclusion , size , or pattern . Tie them in dissimilar fashions as well ; wrap one skeleton like a natural endowment , and add bells ormistletoeto others .
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Credit:Robert Peterson / Interior Designer: Paige Minear
Credit:Nathan Kirkman / Interior Designer: Jennifer DeCleene
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