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Another easy way to make your home feel welcoming for the holidays is by refreshing your wall decor. Bring in some holiday-themed garlands, winter landscapes, or arrange family photos from past events in holiday styles that resonate with you. Think: plaid, silver beaded, or antler frames. And out t your mirrors and windows with decorative wreaths for added charm. All these tiny touches will help create an inviting atmosphere that lifts the spirits of anyone who's visiting (or staying) with you! Add personal touches 5 Shivani Vyas operates Studio Vyas, a boutique interior design studio in Macon. She is a residential interior designer, design writer, and home advocate who believes a home should always lift and comfort the spirit. Follow her on Instagram with @studiovyas. Contact her at hello@studiovyas.com. Stocking up on extra towels, bedsheets, blankets, quilts, comforters, and throw pillows can ensure you're not caught o guard when unexpected guests arrive (or when you need extras after a spill, or a quick refresh). This prevents you from tackling laundry the day of, which can be stressful and time-consuming with larger, heavier textiles. If anything needs at-home or professional dry-cleaning, be sure to do this ahead of time. Even getting your shower curtain professionally pressed can elevate the aesthetics and mood of your bath, giving it a more luxe look. Textiles are a utilitarian item that can moonlight as decor. So try some cheery printed hand towels in the powder room or mix in a few fall-inspired throws to add a splash of color to a bare sectional or sofa! Take Count of Essential Textiles 3 The presence of plants and owers alone can have a positive impact on mental well-being. Flowers can even help reduce stress and anxiety levels thanks to the organic beauty and color they bring to any space! And many indoor plants act as natural air puri ers. But, if caring for live plants or fresh blooms isn't an option, try preserved iterations like boxwood topiaries, that come in all shapes, tiers, and sizes and can look beautiful and timeless all year round! Just dress up your arrangement by changing the bottom pot(s), adding holiday string lights (battery-operated or regular), or clipping on seasonal bows. You can also DIY decor bowls, lled with ornaments, greenery, pinecones, or bursts of red berries. Decorate with Flowers, Plants, or Foliage: 4 5 splash of color to a bare sectional or sofa! splash of color to a bare sectional or sofa! Metallic pillow available at Carol's Linens @carols_linens Botanical pillow available at Massey Gordon @masseygordon Frames, or similar, available at MD Exchange @m.d.exchange Pitcher available at Rabbit Hole @rabbitholemacon Hand towels available at Massey Gordon @masseygordon Basket available at The Bohemian Den @bohemiandenmacon