Simple Ways To Incorporate Locally Sourced Materials Into Your Holiday Decor
The holiday season is synonymous with shopping small businesses and local artisans. In addition to supporting your community and invigorating the families and businesses nearby it reduces your carbon footprint and injects a truly personal touch to each element within your holiday decor. Read on to find out more about how you can incorporate locally sourced materials and support artists around the Las Vegas valley this holiday season.
5 Great Ways To Add Las Vegas Artistry to Your Decor
Tip 1 – Seek Out Handmade Textiles
Bring local artisans into your decor with holiday-themed textiles. This may include table runners, napkins, tree skirts, or throw blankets. There are a number of local groups that come together to create these textiles and sell them to support their initiatives. Finding one may be as simple as asking around at local art events or reaching out to groups directly. Desert Quilters | Las Vegas Quilters
Tip 2 – Centerpieces & Accents
Finding locally made candles, tableware, pottery or ceramics is a great way to incorporate locally sourced materials with a unique feel this holiday season. Even in Las Vegas you may find a variety of designs, colors, and scents. Rather than go for something familiar, try to grab the item that is a little outside the box but that would feel at home, in your home. Market in the Alley | Doodlebug Bazaar
Tip 3 – Hand Painted Local Goods
Decorate your tree, mantle, or doorstep with goods that were finished or painted by a local artist. Crafters and craft shows are a great source for hand-painted ornaments, cozy artisanal touches, and that pop of color you want to add to your decor this season.
Christmas Craft Fair | Craftville Gift Bazaar
Tip 4 – Recycle & Upcycle
The Las Vegas art community is inventive when it comes to reimagining materials. Our ability to breath new life into materials that are otherwise considered trash is phenomenal. Take your pick of locally curated goods that have been made out of old glass bottles, reclaimed wood, and vintage fabrics and feathers captured from our world-class shows. First Friday | Shop Small Saturday
Tip 5 – Connect With Your Inner DIY
Forage for unique items that can easily be found around our desert area. This may be foliage or stones, Las Vegas grown produce, or flowers. Incorporate edible items like dried fruits, fragrant spices, and locally grown herbs into sachets, ornaments, and meals. Gilcrease Orchard
Remember to be respectful of the efforts locally sourced materials require, especially in an area so scarce of resources. When acquiring items you should be mindful of our environment and local regulations. Small businesses and local artisans must take this into consideration continually. We would love to see how you incorporate these types of items into your holiday, so be sure to tag us or send us your updates to be featured in future articles and posts.