Well not yet. At least not yet at my house. However, I did decorate the bannister (where we used to hang the stockings) for Christmas. I was cruising the internet looking at beautifully decorated staircases and here is what I was drooling over:
I love it! But being short on time and not having the supplies to make it or having an outlet nearby to use lights, I knew I couldn’t make that one. But I really liked the full, lush look of it. And it inspired me to come up with something using what I already had. I found some white poinsettia garland in my box of “I’ll find a way to use this some year” Christmas decorations. I think I got it at an after-Christmas clearance sale at Jo-Ann. I took that garland and wrapped and wrapped and wrapped, and here it is:
I love the full look of it, it didn’t cost a dime and it sparkles! Since it is a light color, there’s no need for lights, yay! (but you can bet if there was a nearby outlet, there would be lights on it!) How are you decorating your bannisters this year? If you don’t have a mantel, where do you hang your stockings? I’m working on a new idea on what I’m doing with those this year!
Jeanie what a gorgeous railing decoration you’ve made! It is so nice and lush looking! Good for you using something you already had, too!
Thanks Kristie!
Really beautiful.
Thanks Susie! Merry Christmas to you and yours!
I love seeing how everyone decorates their homes for the holidays, especially when it comes to unique ideas like decorating bannisters! It’s amazing what you can create with a little imagination and what you already have on hand. If you’re looking for some fun and festive inspirations, check out this site. It’s great to see how simple decorations can really bring warmth and charm to your space without breaking the bank. I can’t wait to see more of your ideas—let’s keep sharing and inspiring each other during this festive season!
Love this reference—Part 1 has me intrigued about what is coming next in the story! Holiday posts always bring out the best memories, but they also remind me how busy things get around this time of year when everyone is trying to wrap up their end-of-year tasks. I was actually just helping a friend run a quick palm beach court search to clear up some year-end paperwork before the holidays fully set in. It’s always nice to get those practical errands sorted out early so you can just relax and enjoy the season. Can’t wait to read Part 2 when you drop it!
Loved reading Part 1 of this story—it really sets such an engaging mood for the season! It is always fascinating to see how local historical narratives or legal backgrounds unfold over time, especially when reviewing municipal history or checking Tarrant Court Resources to find background details and community context. The way you paced the opening scene makes me genuinely eager to see where you take things next in Part 2. Thanks for sharing such a well-written post with all of us!