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9 Creative Places to Hang a Fall Wreath Besides Your Front Door June 24, 2023 – Posted in: Design, General, Lifestyle, Wreath Display Ideas

Display this classic fall decoration indoors for a festive look you can enjoy all season long. By Jessica Bennett and Jamie Lott Better Homes & Gardens Along with the changing leaves, cool breeze, and all things pumpkin spice, decorating your home for fall is one of the many joys of the season. It typically involves plenty of pumpkins, gourds, and, of course, fall wreaths. This season, think beyond your front entry and find creative ways to display wreaths throughout your…

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The History and Meaning of Wreaths June 23, 2023 – Posted in: Wreath History

Wreath A wreath (/riːθ/) is an assortment of flowers, leaves, fruits, twigs, or various materials that is constructed to form a circle .[1] In English-speaking countries, wreaths are used typically as household ornaments, most commonly as an Advent and Christmas decoration. They are also used in ceremonial events in many cultures around the globe. They can be worn as a chaplet around the head, or as a garland around the neck. Etymology[edit] The word wreath comes from Middle English wrethe and from Old English writha ‘band’.[1] History[edit] Ancient Etruscan wreaths[edit] Wreath with…

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