Christmas on a Dime in 8 easy steps

I haven't had a full time job in 3 months. Money is tight. But I'm not going to let that interfere with the holidays.

I managed to create a comfy, cozy Christmas experience in an 8-foot x 3-foot space. This is how:

1. I cut over a dozen paper snowflakes of varied sizes and duct taped them to the wall. I also used left over pom poms from halloween as added snowballs.

2. I fashioned a fireplace and mantle out of paper and painted logs, flames and the texture of wood to make it look real, sort of.

3. I hung a wreath I made last year from vines I pulled off the outside of my stepfather's house.

4. I made garland out of paper and thread, cutting shapes of popcorn and berries.

5. I took a centrepiece I won at the BoobyBall over 3 years ago, strung lights and put a tree topper on it that I've had for years for a tree.

6. I installed a window, painted the background black, added a moon and Santa flying across the sky.

7. I took a wooden screen I've had for years and hid the kitty litter.

8. Finally, my boyfriend hung a stocking he made for me at his dad's workshop and a santa hat to the mantle and presto - all set for holiday festivities!!