mushie Baby Garland | Nursery Décor, Multi Color

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For a festive, bright, and durable Christmas garland you'll use season after season, we recommend Frontgate's 12-foot Christmas Cheer Garland. It's the longest option on our list and also has the most lightbulbs, 240, so it will provide quite a bit of sparkle to a space. The garland's pre-strung LED, clear battery-operated lights (six D batteries required) should last for 3,000 hours before burning out, according to the manufacturer. And once you set the timer, the lights will come on automatically at that time for six hours every night, and shut off automatically for 18, so it's truly a "set it and forget it" experience, all season long (battery life permitting). Jenica Currieis an editor for The Spruce, specializing in outdoor, home improvement, garden, and gift guide topics since 2020. She has tested dozens of products at home and in the lab, including solar lights, snow blowers, hose nozzles, and vacuums. Currie loves decorating for the holidays and utilizes a variety of garlands throughout her home, including pre-lit faux greenery and more trendy, non-traditional options. She loves a woodland theme but tries to mix it up every year. Currie researched dozens of garlands for this list in a range of styles and sizes, looking for high-quality options that will last year after year.

In addition to the vintage-inspired decorations, the garland comes pre-lit with 50 warm white LED lights that are battery-operated, so you don't have to worry about having a nearby outlet. The timer is located on the battery box and is very simple to operate: press once and the lights will turn on for 6 hours and off for 18, twice to leave them constantly on, and three times to turn off (and reset the timer). Just be sure you set the timer when you want the six hours to start every night, and then you don't have to worry about turning them off and on all holiday season (unless the batteries run out). Little Beans have taken care of all 4 of my children over the years, my youngest 2 still attend Little Beans in a weekly basis. All of the staff are so welcoming and can handle the difficulties of upset children going through the doors. Turn your mantle into the most festive space year-round with this light-up garland from West Elm. The embedded wire makes it easy to fit around curves and edges, so it fits perfectly in your space. It only features 30 lights (the least amount of the pre-lit options on this list), but the golden leaves help add to the sparkle. We think this garland would also look great layered over green garland, or on an artificial Christmas tree, for use around the holidays. Non-traditional garland comes in a variety of materials but is generally best for indoor use. As with all garlands, look for durable materials, especially if placed in a high-traffic area or around kids or pets. For example, both Anthropologie Holly Garland and the Balsam Hill Red Felt and Wool Beaded Garland are made of material that won't break if they fall and are easy to store. Amy is amazing at running Little Beans, there is always a club on during the day and she helps the children thrive in the setting.

Our family has been using Little Beans Garland (LBG) for almost 7 years. We have had nothing but a positive experience for the whole time. Our children have flourished and have been cared for in every way we could wish. They have been supportive of our family and assisted us in supporting our child's development. Also, keep in mind how you intend to place it. Placement on a mantle tends to be the easiest since you can drape it across and don't have to worry about it falling down. Doorways and windows will require special hardware, such as this garland holder from Grandin Road, while others can simply be hung with ribbons or other removable hanging strips. We think this garland would look perfect on a mantle, doorway, staircase, and more (just note that the manufacturer recommends only putting it in a covered outdoor location, like a front porch, away from direct exposure to the elements). You can also choose a 12-foot option if you need a longer garland or even a matching wreath (sold separately).

The monthly newsletter is a life saver to me as I can see what meals they are having on a weekly basis and what they are celebrating that week. The communication provided by the nursery is very positive. Reading Tapestry provides a really good insight into their day and it's great to share with the boys when they're at home. I also like the extra activities you provide. Music, French, Cooking and Dance is well received - especially from ***** who talks lots about those elements of the day. Staff are also very friendly and welcoming. ***** talks fondly of the different practitioners who have supported him and I know ***** has built some strong relationships with everyone in the Baby room. Aside from the lighting, it is undecorated, but you can add your own ornaments or bows (just make sure they are also weather-resistant if used outdoors). Although this is one of our most expensive options, there is a 10-year warranty on the greenery and three years on the lights. Heavy-duty wire inside the branches helps keep their shape (280 branch tips included). Some branches will need fluffing to appear more realistic, so set aside plenty of time for the task. Also, there is no timer included, so you will have to turn it on manually each day. The Little Beans staff always make sure I am up to date with what my little ones have done for the day and keep me informed of milestones they may have achieved at the nursery. Knowing I can look on tapestry and see both my children smiling and playing away really puts my mind at ease.

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The Home Accents 9-Foot Prelit Woodmoore Artificial Christmas Garland is a great choice if you want a well-decorated option, without a lot of effort. It features classic plaid bows, red berries, and pine cones nestled among the faux pine branches. Like most artificial Christmas trees, you will need to "fluff" some of the branches by moving them out and around to make them appear more realistic and full (there are 150 branch tips, but you most likely don't need to fluff them all!). While the branches have wires hidden in them to help keep their shape, they shouldn't scratch any surfaces you place them on. At Garland Road, our babies and older beans spend mealtimes sat all together; enjoying, sharing, socialising and learning with one another during this vital part of the daily routine. Mealtimes are an extremely important part of our Little Beans routine and being a great opportunity to extend communication and language skills with our team. Just as much as family mealtimes at home are important, we can easily see the benefits of regular mealtimes spent with their friends both on a social and emotional development levels as well as improving fine motor skills. Our Little Beans team are on hand to help and support the Little Beans to develop these skills and to help our Little Beans to grow more independent.

You won't have to worry about forgetting to turn the lights on your garland off or the lights burning out thanks to its 6-hour auto time feature (it turns on again after 18 hours). And since it's battery-powered, you don't have to worry about tangled cords hanging over your mantle, and you can place it almost everywhere. This garland is also available as a set of two for extra-long mantles or railings. There is not a single fault with Little Beans and if I ever decide to have any more children they will 100% be attending Little Beans. It is a fantastic nursery and they deserve all the praise I could give them! I am very happy with the care of both of my girls. Amy has always been present and helpful if we have had any concerns. All nursery staff have always been easy to approach and friendly. I would always recommend to friends. If you are looking for a statement piece for your mantle or front door, you'll love the All is Bright Cordless Garland from Grandin Road. This garland is decorated with a variety of colorful, shatterproof jewel-toned ornaments and different types of branches and greenery, as well as 50 warm white lights. We love that it's battery-operated, ready to go right out of the box (aside from adding three C batteries), and needs minimal fluffing. Theo has continually developed and markedly grown in confidence joining last year. The daily activities and themes of the month are varied and engaging. Staff support and encouragement him to be independent. Soon after joining he learnt to feed himself using a spoon or fork, and was washing his own hands. Most importantly for us, Theo loves each day that he spends at the nursery.

The National Tree Company is known for its realistic-looking artificial Christmas trees and its garlands are just as impressive. We love this faux Crestwood Spruce option that looks like it has icy snow-covered needles in addition to pine cones and red berries, with 240 branch tips that give it a full look (once you fluff some of the branches). It's the perfect choice if you want to bring the outdoors inside so that you can enjoy the garland by a cozy fireplace. You can also use it to decorate a doorway or covered area outdoors, but it's not recommended for full, prolonged exposure to the elements. The chef at Little Beans makes sure my children are eating a variety of foods and making healthy meals. My kids definitely love the food the best!