As the saying goes, everything old becomes new againand thats certainly true ofholiday decor trends.
These are the top retroholiday decorating trendsmaking a comeback.
Monica Buck
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The ornaments were machine-blown by Corning Glass Works before being hand-decorated and sold at F.W.
Woolworth stores for a few pennies each.
Rather than servinghot cocoaor apple cider in these old-fashioned Santa mugs, theyre primarily used for decor now.
(A smart move, since true vintage pieces can often contain lead elements.)
Now, reproductions of the old-fashioned mugs are flooding store shelves as the vintage Christmas look makes a comeback.
Annie Schlechter
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In fact, ribbons were a common theme in our December 1990 issue ofBetter Homes and Gardens.
In the ’90s, we used red ribbon to tie bows on tabletop and full-size trees and wreaths.
double-check to leave the ends of the ribbon hanging to create a dripping, color-drenched effect.
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Jay Wilde
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Take inspiration from our 1941 issue and attach bells to your front door knocker or wreath.
For indoors, consider making your own bell garland to drapeon your mantleor banister.
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Better Homes & Gardens
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As we wrote in the December 2017 issue, Flocked is back!
Everything vintage is new again.
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White Christmas trees were ourtop Christmas decorating trend of 2023, no matter how youdecorate your flocked fir.
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Becky Stayner
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Pink Christmas Decor
Midcentury color schemes are a major influence on the nontraditional Christmas decor trends present today.
Kim Cornelison
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Tinsel Trees
You might associate tinsel with the 1950s, but it actually dates back much further.
After a brief resurgence in the ’80s, the tinsel trend is back again in full force.
Mercury Glass Decor
Mercury glass ornaments were first produced before we ever published a magazine.
Also called silvered glass, this style of ornament dates as far back as the mid 1800s.
Marty Baldwin
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First featured in the winter of 1926, paper chains were highlighted as afestive kids' craft.
Then again, in the 1960s, we encouraged readers to repurpose paper doilies into delicate tree trimmings.
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James Schroder
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Now, this Christmas trend is back and better than ever.
In 1953, BHG recommended a more whimsical holiday craftChristmas mobiles.
In 1953, we recommended using poster board, wire, and thread to create your own hanging display.
Or, tie fishing line to ornaments and hang them at various heights from your ceiling or chandelier.
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