5 Minute (Or Less) Christmas Magic!

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The countdown to Christmas is on. How is your to-list coming along? If you’re like me, you’re scrambling to get it all done.

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I’ve got you covered though. These 5 minute (or less!) simple Christmas decorating ideas prove that festive touches can happen around your home in just minutes!

Add red berries and ribbon to everyday bookcase decor.

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There are so many different ways that you can decorate with ribbon for Christmas, but those can be time consuming.

For a quick-as-a-flash festive touch, tie a bow on it. Literally tie one on anything!

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Stuff a bow made with Christmas ribbon into an existing container of greenery.

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Fill a bowl with anything Christmas related.

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Tree toppers aren’t just for trees. Try adding one, along with a variety of Christmas ornaments, to a large lantern.

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Add Christmas themed cooking utensils and a faux greenery stem to your stove-side utensil holder.

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Speaking of your stove – display a large cooking pot with a Christmas towel.

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While you’re already in your kitchen, replace the scoops in your canisters with Christmas mugs.

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Place a small plate in the bottom of a glass canister and fill with a Christmas scene made with ornaments and a mini tree.

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To add drama to small decor items, put a cloche over it.

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Place a handful of candy canes in a Christmas’y mug or container.

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Fill a large basket with wrapped gifts and sprig a faux Christmas greenery.

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Hang a wreath on a tall vase using red velvet Christmas ribbon.

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Here are three 5 minutes ideas in one – frame a Christmas card, display a small wrapped gift, or poke tiny red berries into an existing plant.

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Have a little longer than 5 minutes? Check out this post for more easy Christmas decorating ideas!

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  1. YOU ARE VERY CLEVER…..and clever is what i NEEDED. tHANKS.