Install Staircase Garland
From How to Refresh a Staircase for the Holidays in an Afternoon · Step 1 of 5 · Video by Melissa Metrano
Showing 0:11–0:18 of the source video. Watch the full video with every moment.
What happens in this clip
Begin by taking a long piece of Christmas garland. Carefully drape it over the top of the staircase railing, allowing it to hang down the entire length of the banister. Use ties, floral wire, or zip ties (not explicitly shown but implied by the action) to secure the garland firmly to the railing at various points to prevent it from slipping and to maintain the desired aesthetic flow. Adjust the garland as needed to ensure even distribution and a natural appearance.
Goal: Securely attach a new, high-quality Christmas garland to the staircase railing, ensuring it drapes elegantly along the banister. The video highlights the importance of good quality garland for a luxurious look.
What's used
Tools
- Christmas Garland Nordstrom (as mentioned)
About the full video
This video demonstrates a personal approach to decorating a home for the holidays, focusing on creating a festive and cozy atmosphere. The process involves hanging a pre-lit garland on a staircase, creating oversized bows from gold ribbon to adorn the garland, adding decorative pillows to living room chairs for a splash of color, and arranging wrapped holiday gifts to enhance the festive ambiance. The final result showcases a beautifully decorated interior, especially appealing when illuminated by the garland lights at night.
What's said in this clip
It's one of my favorite days of the year. I'm starting to decorate for the holidays. It's a quiet morning at the house. So, I'm starting with my vanilla coffee and I'm going to light my favorite holiday candle. I had to catch up on a few morning emails and now I'm ready to get started. So, every year I decorate our staircase. I picked up this new garland from Nordstrom and the quality is amazing. I also found this gold ribbon and I'm going to make oversized bows to attach to the garland. I came back later in the day and I wanted to add a little bit of color in the living room. So, I added these blue pillows. And then I put out some of the
Automatically transcribed from the source video.
Step 1 of 5: Install Garland on Banister
Begin by unrolling the artificial garland and draping it loosely over the banister. Secure the garland to the banister at intervals using floral wire or zip ties. Ensure the garland is evenly distributed for a consistent appearance. If using multiple strands, overlap them slightly to create a fuller look. Trim any excess wire or ties.
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 (this video)
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
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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