Holly is a favorite in some areas. Fraser fir (love that scent) can be found I believe in parts of Virginia. You can find boxwood in many parts of the US.
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| For the fireplace mantel, I simply lay cut branches on the mantel, and add pinecones, unbreakable ornaments, and chunks of paper birch. |
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| I make my own holiday potpourri, using cedar, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and dried orange slices. I saw a bag of this selling in a gift shop years ago and thought I could easily make my own. |
Are any in your own backyard?
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| This is one of two wall planters by our front door. I fill the coir liner with branches of cedar then top with pine cones and unbreakable ornaments. |
Greenery from the yard is not only beautiful, but free and regenerates itself. I understand that for some households cut greenery just wouldn't work or isn't an option.
But if you do cut your own greenery for indoor Christmas decor, how do you like to use it? What materials do you have naturally available to you?




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