How to Make Christmas Extra Magical this Year
Christmas Is a magical time of year, but people are always looking to make it as wonderful as possible. Whether you decorate before December strikes or you stick to traditional timings, creating magical seasonal memories is what it’s all about. After a stressful few years, this year’s end-of-year celebrations feel more important than ever. So, if you are looking for some extra sparkle to guarantee a magical Christmas time, this guide will tell you how to make it happen.
Deck The Halls
The first consideration is how you are going to decorate your space. Do you like to go all out and lean into the sparkle, or do you prefer a more classic and reserved style? Whichever side you land on, to make everything bigger this year, try to take things up a notch. Hang the stockings, make a wreath, adorn each room with its own special décor and fully embrace the festive season throughout the entirety of the home. Try out some bespoke baubles and tree hangers for a unique touch and create something special you will hold onto forever.
Personalise Your Christmas Cards
When it comes to Christmas cards, it is always a question of which style to send. Personalising the cards means choosing a picture, inspired by a festive photoshoot, to send out to your loved ones and close companions. There are lots of themes to draw inspiration from. Browse the following prompts for ideas.
- A pet-themed Christmas card. Dress your pet up in a festive outfit or take them to a seasonal background and go wild. Pets are a big part of the family if you have one, so it is a cute idea to make them the central focus.
- Ask the children to do a Christmas photo shoot and chose a picture together that you all like to send out. Parents and carers can get involved too, and you could even send one out with all of your faces on! People love receiving photo-themed cards, as they spark joy.
- Pregnancy announcement festive cards are a recent trend too. Maternity shoots with a wintry vibe are the perfect opportunity to share your wonderful news, and will definitely increase the magical value.
Make Your Own Advent Calendar
Store-bought advent calendars serve a purpose, but making your own creates more joy. The process of making and deciding what theme to run with is fun by itself, and the results will feel all that more rewarding and festive knowing that you created something special all by yourself. It also provides the opportunity for a more bespoke experience and gives you a little treat every day that you truly love.
Plan a Christmas Movie Night Fiesta
Christmas movies are one of the main appeals of this time of year, so why not lean into that? It is easy and entertaining to set up your own amazing film night, and you can choose to do it by yourself or with a wider social circle. There are plenty of options to pick from in a variety of genres, so there is bound to be a film to suit your vibe at the time. Get some festive snacks and some hot cocoa, and kick back for a night of feeling warm and cozy.
Dress Festively
Everyone needs a Christmas jumper, right? If you don’t have one, now is the time to get on the task. It’s not just jumpers that can make you feel excited, there are lots of clothing avenues to explore such as socks, dresses, tops, and even hats too.
Attend a Carol Concert
Carol concerts are a staple of the season. You can’t avoid them, and why would you? Festive tunes sung by choral voices are a thing of joy. Join in with the local community offerings or simply attend and sit back and absorb all the wonder it has to offer.
Holiday Scent is Essential
Cinnamon mulled wine, cloves, and pine cones. All these scents are available in candles, fresheners, and diffusers, and when placed around your space boost the sentiments and remind you of all the adventures ahead.
Conclusion
It’s the most wonderful time of the year for a lot of people, and creating extra joy at a time when the global mood leaves little to be desired is something to aim for.
