For instance, this charming stoop by Joanna at A Pretty Life in the Suburbs was created using stuff from her home accessories stash. When decorating, the blogger stuck to items in neutral colors that mirror the natural shades of the season, such as birch wood logs, weathered crates, and bare branches. The result is a rustically inspired entrance that’s both soothing and inviting. The blogger behind the site refreshed her stoop with cheerful pink and red décor as soon as the holidays were over. A fringed heart accessory updates a boxwood wreath held over from Christmas. The bright, outdoor rug is a colorful touch that works 365 days a year. Another easy idea anyone can do is to tie ribbon bows around light fixtures. First, she removed all the holiday accents, most notably anything red. Then, she filled the empty spaces with decorative white branches and pine cones. Our favorite feature is the DIY scarf wreath designed to work for the entire winter season. In a nutshell, the “thrill” pieces add height to an arrangement, such as the birch branches shown here. See the pine cones, curly willow branches, and faux snowberries? They’re filler pieces that add color and texture. Last, but hardly least, are the elements that spill over, such as the evergreen branches.
