How to Pivot on Holiday Decor When Things Don't Go to Plan
Today’s video is dedicated to all the real Christmas decor lovers!
Today’s format will be a little different from my usual videos. There's a lot of chaos happening around here—good chaos, though! My products for this year’s 12 Days of Christmas haven’t arrived yet, so I figured it would be a great time to talk about how to prep for the holidays without product.
I’m going to give you ideas on how to pivot when something you planned is on backorder or unavailable, and how to get things back on track for a fabulous holiday season.
A Little Backstory
Let me start by giving you some backstory on what’s been happening here these last few months. We’ve had some big projects going on in the house—roof replacement, leak repairs, you name it. And our home isn’t even 10 years old! All these unexpected repairs have made it tough to focus on content for the end of the year.
Normally, I start planning out 12 Days of Christmas content in the second quarter of the year, and I place my product orders around June. But this year, things haven’t gone as planned, and my products haven’t arrived yet. Adding to the chaos, we had a major hurricane—Hurricane Helene—hit the Southeast, causing devastation and destruction. Even though we weren’t personally affected, living in Tampa Bay, the impact has weighed heavily on my heart.
How to Prep for the Holidays Without Your Products
Now, let’s dive into today’s main topic—how to prep for the holidays when your products aren’t available. The most important tip I can give is to start with a core design element. Whether it's a theme, a color, or even a room, having a central idea can help guide your design.
For me, my core design element was closely tied to the products I’m waiting on. So, to make myself feel better, I decided to pivot. I went out to explore and see if I could find something else to work with, and that’s where the core design element comes in. Some of you may know that I am a ribbon fanatic. Some ladies like shoes, bags, or cars—I love nice Christmas ribbon!
My Core Design Element: Ribbon Love
Originally, I was planning to reuse a Burberry-inspired ribbon from a few years ago, but when I went to pull it out, I realized I had thrown it away! So, I had to go back to the drawing board. On one of my recent trips, I found a new ribbon that’s absolutely stunning. It pulls in burgundy, red, and stark white, which I think will look amazing against the green of the Christmas tree.
This ribbon will now be my core design element. I’m not sure exactly how I’ll use it yet, but another tip I want to share is that if you start with a core color, you can build your design using different fabrics, textures, and shades of that same color.
For example, I found a gorgeous burgundy velvet ribbon that complements the first one beautifully. It has a luxurious feel, with burgundy velvet on one side and silky fabric on the other. I also found a sparkly ribbon to add a bit of shimmer, which will create contrast and depth when combined with the others.
Bringing It All Together
My original plan was to do a sash bow like last year, but it didn’t feel quite right with the new ribbon. Instead, I’m going for a grouping of loops, and I’ll show you how I’m starting the design at the top of my tree. Just a heads-up: you’ll need to come back for the 12 Days of Christmas to see how it all turns out!
A Quick Christmas Tree Demo
Now, let’s get started! I’ll begin by making a few loops with my ribbon. The top loop will be smaller, and I’ll make the bottom loop slightly bigger.
Then, I’ll pinch them together and use a pipe cleaner to secure them.
This way, I can easily tuck the loops into the tree branches. Remember, the key is to tuck the ribbon deep into the tree while allowing it some freedom to drape naturally.
I hope you found this video helpful! Let me know in the comments if you caught the tips I shared about holiday decor, and don’t forget to tune in next week. Hopefully, my products will have arrived, and I’ll be able to share my haul with you. Until then, love and peace to all!
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