Hi everyone, and welcome back to Home Design Chat with Nancy!
I hope this is not the first time you are listening to my podcasts but if it is you will learn all about your home…how to plan, design and execute your remodel and much more. my passion is about design and to educate….that’s my reason for doing this podcast every week.
Today’s episode is all about giving you design inspiration and helping you decorate safely. We’re going to cover what’s trending in Christmas décor for 2025, what colors and materials designers are loving this year, and the safest way to create a beautiful holiday home without setting off the smoke alarm.
If you want a holiday home that looks magical but is still safe for kids, pets, and your peace of mind, stay with me — this is your guide to safe and stylish decorating this Christmas.
- Check your lights before you use them to decorate
- Don't overload your outlets
- Safe decorating for outdoors
- Real tree vs artificial tree
- Candles - the #1 hazard
Now for the fun stuff:
- Warm Luxe meets Whimsy
- Color trends in decorating for the holidays
- The holiday metallic color
- Pastel colors for Christmas
- Bows everywhere
- Texture and more texture
- Handmade decor
- The ambient glow
- Multiple trees
I hope today’s episode gave you a mix of inspiration and practical ideas to make your home look beautiful and stay safe this Christmas. Decorating should be fun — and with a little thoughtfulness, it can be magical without becoming dangerous.
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