The mailbox is filling up. This time of year it seems that the cards pour in faster than we can read them. Instead of the usual prop-them-on-the-mantle routine, this year we're turning them into a kind of holiday garland of their own. . .
How To: Display Holiday Cards
It's a simple project - a piece of yarn secured with two thumbtacks on either side of the mantle (or a door frame, or an entry table, really any space will do.) Slip the cards over the yarn and voila! - the cards are displayed and you're one step closer to being done with holiday decorations.
How are you dealing with the influx of "good mail" this season?
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This is great, but how do you deal with family/children photo postcards that everyone sends out? Maybe punch a hole in the corner and thread through?
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Either punch a hole and thread or use clothes pins or just plain paper clips to attach them.
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Clothes pins are a great idea.
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i did this last year and the only problem is that if someone's card isn't up there, they'll let you know. :-)
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It's November. Who the hell is sending Christmas cards already?
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I always tape all the cards I get to the inside of my front door. There's plenty of space for lots of cards and it's a great reminder of all the great people in my life as I come and go throughout the day.
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is it just me or has the world moved christmas season to november? its november still, no i dont have an influx of xmas cards.
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I use itty bitty binder clips to keep the postcards up. Great idea!
Can you tell us about the art work shown above the mantle in this shot? I ADORE it and want to know more!!!! Thanks!
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CAjess323 - the art above the mantle is an etching by Lacey Volk, you can find more of her work and contact her at www.laceyvolk.com
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Christmas activities may be starting up early in November, but this year Hanukkah starts on December 4th -- so I'm receiving cards now.
This photo is a great idea. I'll use leftover ribbon and binder clips as needed. I used to punch holes in cards and string them in long cascades, but the laundry line effect is easier and looks good with just a few cards.
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