#decorating for Christmas

[1lifeinspired]

How to Create Stunning Christmas Curb Appeal: 12 Holiday Scenes

[dress-this-way]

~ Decorating for Christmas ~

[seasonalwonderment]

~ Decorating for Christmas ~

[miseries-mistress]

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⋆꙳·❅*‧ DECORATING THE CHRISTMAS TREE ‧*❆ ₊⋆

warnings: gender-neutral reader, fluff, (i don't explicitly mention this, but the reader and legolas are dating), pure fluff, this is much more christmas themed than my other ones. w/c: 1040

notes: were there light bulbs in lotr? no. do they exist here? yes. 

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"What is…this deemed to accomplish?" Legolas inquisitively questioned as you took the lights from his hand to continue to drape across the tree. 

"It lights up the tree. Now hand me the garland."

You and Legolas met during the quest to Mordor, and even though the tales of such adventure seem like it was many moons ago, it has only been a year since you returned to the familiarity of your home with your kin. Nevertheless, you two remained in contact with each other- and with Legolas finding an excuse to leave Mirkwood, you invited him to your village for Christmas. Sure it was small, a mere stone compared to the grandeur of the palace he lived in, but he didn't seem to mind at all once he arrived. In fact, he appeared to be taken aback by it, his innocent curiosity never failing to warm your heart. 

Since his arrival fell on the days before Christmas, when the snow lay across the barren land, and the smell of woodlands and baked goods wafted through the air, it was a time like no other. It pulled it all together when you saw his face light up as he looked at every part of the celebration while you explained the holiday and the reason for such a festivity. From then on, he kept a constant stream of questions, unmistakably invested in the tradition and practice. 

The whole ordeal was…. Endearing, to say the least. 

Now under the cover of stars and moonlight, both of you decorate the Christmas tree nestled in a corner as you dig through your crate of decorations. Legolas remains forever patient, standing off to the side with his hands politely clasped behind his back while you ruffle through the box. 

You huff indignantly when the embellishment you are searching for is lost, and Legolas takes this as a cue to step in and offer his aid. 

"Do you need something?" He moved from his former position to behind you without so much as the air changing. The only indication he was near was the brush of clothing against your back and the dripping honey of his euphonious voice. 

For a moment, you don't respond as you make your last-ditch effort in your search. However, just as you are about to give up, the jewel you were searching for reveals itself to you. Well, it was far from a gem, considering its worn down appearance, but more of an air loom that had made its way into your hands, but despite its years of use, it still carried its illuminating gleam. 

"Ah, here it is." You smile fondly, holding up the golden star, wordlessly examining it before your eyes catch Legolas's questioning stare. "This is a tree topper. It's the last decoration to adorn the tree."

He nods in understanding, his golden locks moving with a slight shake. You set your eyes on the tree, only to have your face morph into an expression of puzzlement.

The tree was too tall. 

In the past, you had your father help you set this sacred adornment on the tip of the tree. But, unfortunately, he would most likely be busy at this hour, so that begged the question: how were you supposed to get this on the tree?

"Is everything all right, meleth nin?" he asked tenderly as if raising his voice a volume higher would frighten you. 

Right, you had forgotten he was behind you. The sparkles dance off the ornamented bejeweled tree, casting shadows over the floor as if taunting you about its impossible height.

Then it hits you, and you mentally curse yourself for being so foolish. 

"Legolas?" You turn your head to find his eyes already gazing upon you as the question slips past your lips. Heat burns your face, and you are sure he can deftly read your look of embarrassment as the words tumble out of your mouth before you can stop them. "Might you aid me in designating this star on the limb of this sapling?"

His gaze travels to the green tree harvested from the forest before settling on you. A smile creases his thin lips, his eyes glimmering with a mischievous gleam. 

"I have a better idea." His deft fingers swipe over your hips, taking a firm hold of them as he raises you up. An involuntary shriek of surprise tumbles past your tightly sewn lips, and your hands fly to him, grasping them in your noiseless plea for him not to drop you. 

"Worry not, I have you," he reassures, his curved lips betraying his amusement as he squeezes your hip to drive his point further. You take a deep breath, readjusting the star in your grip before you lean forward. 

You've always admired the impeccable strength and vitality of the elves, but now trusting his power for your safety, you've come to value it- trust it, for it's the reason you ultimately placed the last decoration on the tree. The star glitters from where it is perched like thousands of its kind splattered over the reflected light from the candles. 

You lean back, proudly admiring your work with satisfaction as Legolas returns you to your feet. You turn on the lights strung around the tree, observing with barely contained wonder as the tree comes alive with an assortment of dashing hues. You spare a glance at him, a smile pulling taut at your lips as you watch his wonderment in elation. You return to his side, his arm trailing down to your waist, where he draws you in. 

"Perfect," you mutter, engraving the sight and memory into the far reaches of your mind while resting your head on his shoulder. Legolas's body tenses in preparation, his hands stilling their simple-minded path across the planes of your waist. The dark liquid brown of his irises falters from the tree to yours, brimming with bright hues that light your face in their magnificence, your irises bathed in that same wondrous color. Yet, Legolas finds his voice, although a bit breathless, which is uncharacteristic of him. For all his elegance and grace as an elf, he can't find a better word to describe not only you but everything that came along. 

"Perfect."

[stone-cold-groove]

Brightly lighted Christmas decorations you can “see for a block.”

[zucchini-queenie]

Wooooooo Christmas 12 more days till I’ll allow myself to decorate

[spookysalem13]

Yesterday my parents and I picked out our Christmas tree 🎄 for 2023!

I loved the beautiful 😍 smell of the tree farm. All of the trees were so gorgeous! Honestly this year it was hard to choose.

Frasers are our family's favorite. Which is what we wound up picking out again this year. It's the perfect 🥰 one for our family. I'm so excited 😊.

I've been struggling with my mental health again lately. Just been feeling a bit off and foggy as I battle with my PTSD. And it has made this holiday season not go as I planned.

But spending time getting our tree yesterday really helped lighten my mood 😌 and make me feel more bright ✨️ for the holidays.

To all of my spooky 👻 community, remember to keep your holidays spooky everyone! Enjoy 😉 the season in any way that brings you joy.

[365momme]

Preparing Your Home for a Festive Christmas

Post-Thanksgiving Bliss The Thanksgiving feast has come to an end; it’s time to prepare you home for a festive Christmas! We find ourselves in that unique time of year. The air is filled with the promise of Christmas. It’s time to shift our focus from Thanksgiving to the most wonderful time of the year – Christmas! This is the perfect moment to prepare our home. ‘Tis the season to roll up…

[donotputmeinaboxturtle]

1. I arranged a wreath today, and made a bow for a nice lady, while still keeping my cool and getting my thoughts out in a pleasant and welcoming, helpful way🤘 like I hit all the points I wanted to, without it feeling like I was rambling, or second guessing that I was going to fizzle out mid explanation👍👍 the next few weeks are only going to get busier, so it'll put my new fledgling confidence to the test. It's ok if I mess up. I have people that will help me if I totally freeze, but they also expect me to try. They have confidence in me, like I'm a normal person and everything. This is supposed to be positive.

2. I have people in my life that think I'm capable of things I'm not immediately good at. And they are gently nudging me to build my skill set

3. I made cookies that ended up looking kinda bad but tasting pretty good🍪🍪🍪🍪🍪🍪🍪🍪🍪🍪🍪🍪🍪🍪

[that-on3-g1rl]

It's past october...

You know what that means

😈

[thoselovelythings]

[1lifeinspired]

Our Cozy Christmas Family Room - Sincerely, Marie Designs

[dress-this-way]

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[seasonalwonderment]

Vintage Inspired DIY Christmas Ornament Craft - OAK | GRAIN REFINISHING

[hitwiththetmnt]

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[fefiemmanouil1]

Christmas aesthetic as snow gently falls outside