Decorate the Front Door Area
From How to Refresh a Staircase for the Holidays in an Afternoon · Step 4 of 5 · Video by Lone Fox
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What happens in this clip
Begin by removing any old decor from the front door area. Hang the newly updated wreath on the front door. Ensure it is securely placed and the bells hang freely. Replace the existing doormat with a festive holiday-themed one, such as one that reads 'HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS.' Finally, place a small 3-foot flocked Christmas tree next to the door to complete the welcoming and festive outdoor display.
Goal: Enhance the front door with the newly updated wreath, a festive doormat, and a small flocked Christmas tree for a welcoming holiday entry.
What's used
Tools
- 3-foot Flocked Christmas Tree
- Hammer (optional)
- Holiday Doormat
- Updated Wreath
About the full video
This video provides a step-by-step guide to transform an apartment into a festive holiday space, focusing on DIY decorations using natural and natural-themed elements, including a birch bark banner, handmade tree candles, and a revamped wreath, alongside general Christmas decor setup.
What's said in this clip
guys know what i mean [Music] when you have a bright red door how do you not decorate it for the holiday time i had to add a wreath to this front door i thought it would be such a cute little compliment and then i also wanted to swap out the doormat as well i previously had this rainbow one that i diy on my channel a while back i'm swapping it out for this one i bought last year that says home for the holidays and i'm also gonna go ahead and just use this little three foot christmas tree put it right by my door i have a little bit of space there and i got this from joann's
Automatically transcribed from the source video.
Step 4 of 5: Place Entryway Doormat and Accent Rug
Remove the existing doormat and place a holiday-themed doormat at the base of the staircase or main entrance. If desired, add a complementary accent rug on the first landing or at the top of the stairs to extend the festive feel. Ensure rugs lie flat and do not pose a tripping hazard.
Every video in How to Refresh a Staircase for the Holidays in an Afternoon
Step 1: Install Garland on Banister
- 4:57–5:28 Decorate Staircase Banister
- 0:36–1:56 Drape Staircase Garland
- 0:11–0:18 Install Staircase Garland
Step 2: Add Ornaments and Accents to Garland
- 8:04–9:31 Add End Embellishments
- 8:04–9:31 Add End Embellishments
- 0:09–0:15 Hang Nordic-Inspired Ornaments
Step 3: Install Stair Risers Decorations
- 6:20–7:27 Add Decorative Stickers to Stair Risers
- 0:07–0:08 Prepare the Stair Riser Surface
Step 4: Place Entryway Doormat and Accent Rug
- 0:00–0:04 Set the Stage with a Festive Entryway
- 5:47–6:11 Arrange Layered Entryway Rugs
- 13:16–13:50 Decorate the Front Door Area (this video)
Step 5: Arrange Potted Plants and Luminaries
- 3:03–3:42 Decorate Porch Steps with Planters and Lanterns
- 3:03–3:42 Decorate Porch Steps with Planters and Lanterns
- 2:05:00–2:28:00 Decorate Complementary Entryway Areas
How to Refresh a Staircase for the Holidays in an Afternoon
A high-level plan to quickly decorate a staircase for the holidays, focusing on visually impactful elements that can be completed in an afternoon.
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