How to Use Metal Finials for Holiday Decor

It is a good idea to re-use items you already have when decorating your home for the holidays. Not only is it good for the environment, but as Cynthia Ewer points out on the website Organized Christmas, it's also a frugal way to save during the holiday season. Metal finials, leftover from fences or curtains, often have a vintage charm that seem a shame to waste, but the logistics of decorating with them can seem puzzling. However, with a little imagination they can very easily be transformed into beautiful holiday decorations for your home.

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  Clean the finials well, especially if they have been sitting outside or in an attic. Gently wipe down finials with a damp cloth. Be sure to clean all the crevices and details. Dry well when finished.

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  Stand finials upright. If finials cannot stand upright on their own, fill a small jar with marbles and place the bottom of the finial in it. Be sure it is sturdy enough that it won't fall over.

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  Pick a place for your decoration. A mantle or window might be a good choice. The finial display also might make a nice centerpiece for your table. Consider the decorating scheme of the rooms as well as your families needs to find the best place in your house for this special decoration.

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  Surround with evergreen boughs. This begins to add a holiday touch to the display, in addition to filling your house with the smell of evergreens. Decide how many evergreen boughs you want depending on how big you want the display.

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  Add candles. Candles continue to add festivity to the display and offer a cozy ambiance when lit at night. Pick candles that go with the color scheme of your room. If you have children or small pets in the house be sure to supervise them when they are in the room. Keep the flames away from the evergreen boughs.

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  Tie bows on the evergreen. This adds a colorful dimension to your display and helps to complete the holiday theme. If you have any other small decorations, for instance crystal Christmas tree balls, feel free to add them as well. Use your imagination in creating a decoration that is perfect for your home.