Implementing candy canes in your holiday decor

Candy canes are everywhere this time of year. The spirals of red and white (and nowadays even multi-colored) adorn the shelves of grocery stores and drug stores. Even if you do not purchase any directly you ultimately end up with a handful before the end of the season.  So what to do with all of these candy canes?

Decorating with toys

Although rarely used, toys are an interesting element that can be incorporated into your decorating.

A gift a day

One of my favorite memories of Christmas from my childhood is the yearly opening of the Advent calendar. I think back fondly about opening up the daily little perforated slot to unveil a delicate piece of chocolate and chewing happily on the candy as I watched the days tick closer and closer to Christmas. It was wonderful.