Deck the Room: 5 Magical Christmas DIY Decorations to Spruce Up Your Holidays!

Ready to sprinkle some extra holiday magic into your space this season? Let our Dash’s little helpers guide you through the top 5 DIY Christmas decorations that will add joy and charm to your Dash Living home!

From festive table centerpieces to handmade Christmas trees, these creations are not just fun to make but also sustainable, spreading cheer while being kind to our planet. Join us in a world of creativity where holiday enchantment meets sustainable crafting!

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1. Christmas Floating Candles

In case you have already tired of Christmas socks and wreaths, this trendy floating magic is all over TikTok to top off your crafting bucket list. 

All you need is:
• Glass vase
• Water beads
• Water
• Decorative vase fillers
• Floating candles 

Follow these steps:
1. Soak water beads for 6-8 hours.
2. Add expanded beads to form a base layer.
3. Place decorative fillers in the vase.
4. Layer beads and fillers until near the top.
5. Fill with water, leaving an inch at the top.
6. Place the float candle, light it, and savor the glow!

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2. Pine Cone Christmas Trees

Crafted with love and eco-conscious flair, these trees feature a special touch of sustainability by upcycling unneeded wine corks into festive decorations. Let’s transform everyday items into magical creations this season!

All you need is:
• Pine cones
• Wine corks
• Green and white acrylic paint
• Homemade paper stars

Follow these steps:
1. Paint the cones green and wait until completely dry.
2. Add white tips to the cones.
3. Cut corks in half and glue cones on one half.
4. Top with a homemade paper star and done! 

(Photo credit to Moon2 & sonnenschein_und_konfettiregen)

3. Christmas Napkin Rings

Elevate your holiday table setting with upcycled Christmas napkin rings, crafted from paper rolls. Giving a new life to everyday items that would otherwise go to waste, adding a unique and eco-friendly touch to your dining experience.

All you need is:
• Paper rolls
• Acrylic paint and marker
• Scissors

Follow these steps:
1. Take the paper roll out paper towel gently
2. Cut it into Christmas tree shape
3. Paint your dream Christmas tree
4. Fold napkin with napkin ring and done! 

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4. Paper Christmas Trees

Involve your little ones in the fun by having them source colorful and patterned recycling paper to design a truly unique Christmas tree. Don’t have enough materials? Visit our front desk to check if there are any waste paper treasures waiting to be transformed! 

All you need is:
• Cardboard tube from the center of a wrapping paper roll
• Recycling paper
• Scissors
• Tape
• Ribbon

Follow these steps:
1. Remove the cardboard tube from the wrapping paper roll.
2. Create a cone by holding down one corner while folding another corner inward to form the shape. Secure with tape.
3. Attach the cone to the bottom of the cardboard tube to start the first layer of branches.
4. Add cones for the subsequent layers until reaching the top.
5. Finish off with a star or ribbon to decorate the tree. Voila!

5. Dash Living Christmas Bauble Workshop

Join us for a merry and bright Christmas Bauble Workshop where we’ll be handcrafting holiday magic together! Unleash your creativity and personalize your very own Christmas bauble to adorn your tree in style.

Date: 28 November 2024
Time: 5 pm – 8 pm
Venue: Dash Living on Queen’s 3/F, 286 Queen’s Road Central, Sheung Wan
Fee: Free (usual price HKD$420 pp)

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Looking for a unique Christmas experience this year, surrounded by an international community of guests? Celebrate with us at Dash Living, where the spirit of the season intertwines with diverse cultures and festive delights. Share your Christmas on socials with the hashtag #dashlivinghk and make this Christmas truly special!

After diving into this guide, you’ve unlocked the art of holiday crafting and transformed into a maestro of festive decor!  Armed with these creative DIY ideas, your home is primed to radiate the magic of the season. Grab those supplies, unleash your inner artist, and let the festive magic unfold in your home at Dash Living.

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