Hanging the Greens and other Outdoor Decorating
We were blessed with a beautiful day to cut and hang the greens this year but by the time I took the photos…the clouds and rain had moved in. I think the rain is here to stay for a while…
Here’s a quick “greens” tour around the property and barn!
On the table
I used paper birch logs again this year on the patio. They make a great base for arrangements and they were free!
I planted two small cypress trees in a cement pot, covered the top with moss from the yard, and added a twig ball and pinecones.
The birch logs are surrounded by fresh greens and a few mini flower pots filled with baby pinecones.
At the Barn
Gathering the greens….
Two full wagons!
…making swags…these are the easiest and most impactful greens you can make. Simply cut a variety of greens (look for triangle shapes) and layer them…largest in the back…then smaller and shorter as you stack them. Make sure all the stems come together at the top of your swag. Wrap a wire around the stems and embellish with a bow or keep it simple and tie it with rope, twine, or add an ornament like this red bell.
We attached the swags to the barn with a small nail but you can also use a metal wreath door hanger
I left the Thanksgiving straw bales on the porch and added greens and pinecones. It was fun to find the red victorian sleigh hiding on the top shelf in the barn.
I remember buying the sleigh years ago at a Christmas market when we lived in Virgina…it felt like a big splurge at the time…but we have used it many times…many ways…and in many different homes!
Reminiscing about this fills my heart…I think that is a wonderful part of unboxing holiday decorations…past memories brought to mind.
More straw…more greens…a wool blanket and a pair of vintage ice skates!
A traditional wreath hangs above the barn doors….it looks tiny on there but it is actually big and really heavy!
inside of the barn…a few greens, candles, and lanterns adorn the white benches.
Decorating is done….and now it’s time to enjoy the season with hot chocolate, an outdoor fire, and a cozy blanket!
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