With the holiday season upon us, you may be looking forward to decking out your living space with festive décor to celebrate what some call the most wonderful time of the year. If you’ve also been dreaming of purchasing a new home in the near future now is a great time to buy. Our beautiful conservation community in Elizabeth, Colorado, provides many housing options from highly sought-after builders with several spacious floor plans to showcase your seasonal decorations. Since our neighborhood is centered around sustainability, we encourage accessorizing with eco-friendly materials this year. Here, we share some inspirational ways to make your brand-new house feel like a home, while honoring Mother Earth during the holiday season:
Repurpose Sweaters to Make Stockings
In need of stockings to hang by the fireplace? Instead of buying new, consider repurposing the old sweaters at the back of your closet. Even if you’re a sewing novice, this stocking tutorial is easy to follow, and the end result will be a holiday staple that you cherish for years to come. Plus, those sweaters that you never wear anymore will enjoy a new purpose instead of ending up in a landfill.
Opt for LED Lights
Lights are a quintessential part of the holiday season. Regardless of how you celebrate, twinkling lights bring cheer this time of year. When you opt for LED lighting, you won’t have to worry about excessive energy usage. This type of lighting is energy efficient and has an impressive lifespan, so you shouldn’t have to purchase new lights very often.
Host a Holiday Décor Swap
Tired of reusing the same décor each year? Instead of purchasing new decorations, consider recruiting friends for a holiday décor swap (plus, it’s a great way to get to know your neighbors!). In addition to ensuring that you decorate sustainably, this practice can become an annual holiday tradition.
If you’re looking forward to celebrating the holiday season in your new residence, using eco-friendly décor is a great way to be gentle on the planet. Those who appreciate sustainable living and contemporary details will love the remarkable balance that Independence’s new homes offer. Located on over 1,000 acres, we’ve dedicated more than 400 of preserved land to trails and open space and the latest technology to ensure a minimal carbon footprint. To learn more about availability, please contact our team. We’d love for you to join our remarkable community and enjoy all that our neighborhood offers!