I teamed up HP to design these chic holiday garlands that I made at home in an afternoon using my new HP printer. Last week my kids and I had a great time making these bright and festive garlands using my favorite DwellStudio patterns. My son William especially loved stringing all the pieces together. For more easy DIY holiday decorating ideas, I've been browsing HP's Holiday Headquarters. I spotted these cool 3D Snowflake Ornaments and this sweet Angel Tree Topper—that I can't wait to make with my kids this weekend. Check out my How-To video and step-by-step instructions below to see just how easy these projects are with the printer. Plus, I would love to see your projects! Send them to me via Twitter and Instragram using hashtag #HipHoliday and I'll share my favorites here on the Studio blog... Enjoy!

How-To Guide: DwellStudio Hip Holiday Garlands

1. Print pattern or image on both sides of paper.

2. Cut into strips that are around .5" wide.

3. Attach strips with colorful tape to a string about 1" or 2" apart.

Our founder Christiane has teamed up with cool concept store STORY for an afternoon of chic D.I.Y. crafting. Christiane will be on-hand next Monday to help you construct design-savvy gifts from holiday cards to festive paper ornaments. Plus our friends at HP are providing all the materials (have you seen Christiane's awesome place-setting cards?). Full event details are below and make sure to RSVP to Hello@thisisstory.com to reserve your seat. Can't wait to see you there!

When: Monday, December 17 from 4-5:30pm

Where: STORY - 144 10th Avenue near 19th Street.

RSVP: Hello@thisisstory.com (space is limited!)