One fun way to decorate during the holidays is to use the cards you receive. When I start receiving cards in early November I put them all aside. When the time comes for me to decorate I create a holiday card garland. I frame the opening between the living room and dining room with a piece of wide holiday ribbon, holding it in place with push pins. Once the ribbon is in place I attach holiday cards using staples. I also decorate one of the hallway doors in the same way. You can even decorate a banister or a mantel this way. All the exercise you get hanging them is a great fat burner. When you’re finished your holiday card garland will not only brighten your home but each time you look at it you’ll think of friends and family that sent you the cards. People always seemed to enjoy coming over and seeing their cards displayed.