5 Christmas Tree Theme Ideas
Now is the time when most people are considering putting up the tree or perhaps going out to cut one down. Either way, the next step will be to decorate the Christmas tree, once it’s settled in the home. When it comes to decorating, there are so many options for color schemes and themed ideas, it can be hard to decide on just one. To help with that, we’ve narrowed it down to the 5 most eye-catching Christmas tree theme ideas below: Farmhouse Style We see the trend of farmhouse decor regularly in the home design world, so why not apply this beautiful trend to Christmas? By bringing in touches of…
4 Ways To Decorate Your Fireplace For Christmas
The holiday season has officially arrived and that means it’s time to break out the Christmas decorations and light the fire for a memorable day of decorating. One of the best places to decorate for Christmas is around the fireplace, as together the fireplace and the decorations create a cozy, comfortable feeling that lasts all holiday season. Now, when decorating keep in mind you will want to keep decor away from the heat of the fireplace and decorations near or in front of the fireplace should always be moved prior to turning on the fire. If you ready to start Christmas decorating, keep reading for 4 ways to decorate your fireplace:…
Valor Fireplaces & Lifestyle Blog: Fall Review
As the month of November draws to a close, now is the perfect time to review the beautiful Fall season. Here on the blog, we covered everything from home decor to the do’s and don’ts of decorating with white, and so much more. If you happen to have missed any of our posts, now is the perfect time to get caught up before we head into the Winter season. Click a picture to see a post.
How To Decorate For Winter
The arrival of the winter season is just around the corner, so why not celebrate by decorating your home for the upcoming season! Winter decorations can give off a cozy and warm feeling which can make for an extra inviting space and can make your guests feel extra comfortable. Keep reading to learn more about how to decorate for winter: Snowflake Decor For a simple, yet fun winter decor idea, hang snowflakes from the ceiling in a hallway or room in your home. Everyone in the family can get involved and make their own custom snowflake to hang down for the winter season. Set up an afternoon where everyone can spend…
How To Make Cream Of Sweet Potato Soup
We have officially entered the time of the year that calls for a warm bowl of soup after a day out in the cold weather. This light yet creamy soup uses sweet potatoes to give it a sweet yet savory flavor that everyone will love. If you happen to be cooking for a large crowd, just double the recipe and you’ll have more than enough! Keep reading to find out how to make cream of sweet potato soup: Ingredients: 3 Sweet Potatoes 14 Ounces Of Chicken Broth 1/4 Teaspoon Of Salt 1/4 Teaspoon Of Pepper 1/4 Cup Of Brown Sugar 1/3 Cup Of Whipped Cream Dash Of Nutmeg Dash Of Cayenne Spice…
How To Prepare For The Holidays
The holiday season is quickly approaching as we head for the month of December and wait patiently for the arrival of Christmas. That’s why right now is the perfect time to prepare yourself and your home for Christmas, before the holiday rush hits and the days get busier. Even if you can tackle a few of these tasks, you’ll save yourself time and you relax more instead of working hard. Keep reading to learn how you can prepare your home and yourself for the holiday season: Deep Clean While this might already be apart of your holiday routine, it’s a great time to give the entire home a deep clean…
How To Decorate With Candles
One of the best ways to add a layer of light and calm ambiance to your home is to mix in candles within your decor scheme. By adding candles to the living room, bedroom or even the bathroom, it allows you to change the whole feel of the room simply by having them displayed. Once a candle is lit, the room suddenly feels warm and cozy especially so if you happen to have your Valor Fireplace on a cold winter’s evening. Allow For Reflection The beautiful light from a flickering flame can be accented when displayed in front of a mirror or placed on a mirrored surface. Consider…
3 Ways To Keep The Warmth In
The cold temperatures and winter weather are now here to stay, at least until we see the early signs of spring. Due to this change in weather, it’s extra important to bundle up and keep the warmth inside the home for comfort all winter long. These simple ideas will help you keep warm and you can get the whole family involved to help keep the warmth in: Consider Curtains & Window Coverings: Most likely you already have blinds or curtains over your windows, but are you using them to keep the warmth in? When the temperatures drop low it’s important to close up the window coverings, blinds and curtains to stop any cold…
5 Ways To Prepare For A Power Outage
Power outages can happen at any time and can be quite surprising if you aren’t prepared. So, the best thing you can do is gather a few supplies and prepare yourself for the next outage before it happens. Consider the size of your family when preparing supplies and make sure to keep an emergency kit in a convenient, easy to reach location. Keep reading for 5 ways to prepare for a power outage. Prepare A Kit: When you begin to think about preparing for an emergency, the number one item on the list should be to packing an emergency kit. Ideally, you can make a kit that would cover you for…
3 Simple Ways To Make Your Home Smell Amazing
Trying to keep your home smelling fresh and clean can be quite a challenge depending on how big your household is. This is especially true if you have kids or pets who tend to bring in a whole new set of smells. So, what can you do to conquer the smell? Well, we have 3 super simple tricks that can make your home smell amazing, keep reading to find out more: Stovetop Potpourri: This idea uses ingredients you most likely have around the house and the stove. You simply pick a few of your favourite edible ingredients that have a scent that you love and add them into a small saucepan with…
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