Christmas Village Quick Tips # 2: 10 tips for setting up your Christmas Village

[@aeroberator]

Hot Tip! My Dad, who had a HUGE, beautiful village, used a lattice panel for his table top. That way no need to drill holes and there is more flexibility to add homes or move things around each year. Then he put his styrofoam on top of that and drill holes in that where necessary.

[@MiriamsManner]

Oh my gosh!! That is next level, thank you so much for sharing that. I am definitely adding that to the list.

[@jomcenroe7538]

Can you share a picture of that as I’m Struggling to imagine what the lattice panel does ?!

[@MiriamsManner]

Hey Jo, I attached a link of the lattice panel below so you can see a picture. www.homedepot.com/p/1-4-in-x-48-in-x-8-ft-Redwood-Garden-Lattice-173342/204388828?source=shoppingads&locale=en-US&pla&mtc=Shopping-B-F_D21-G-D21-021_003_DIM_LUMBER-Generic-NA-Feed-LIA-NA-NA&cm_mmc=Shopping-B-F_D21-G-D21-021_003_DIM_LUMBER-Generic-NA-Feed-LIA-NA-NA-71700000045530102-58700004682521920-92700053361644918&gbraid=0AAAAADq61Uc2fT6stiwY2dSO3t6z1QTb5&gbraid=0AAAAADq61Uc2fT6stiwY2dSO3t6z1QTb5&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIvMC31oK89AIVWCitBh06Bw7aEAQYBCABEgLY7vD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

[@panhandlepilot9363]

@@MiriamsManner I might suggest the white Plastic Vinyl one instead It lays flat instead of boards crossed over boards.

[@mikeblanchard7579]

Lattice is not sturdy at all, vary flimsy.....how does it hold up the village?

[@billmiller4550]

I am new at this. Still collecting the houses and material to do the village. Thank you and your husband for all the great tips !

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Bill! You are so very welcome, glad to help! 😄

[@michaeldesmondwoods3193]

Thank y’all for your video. I am just starting my village this year and your tips are very helpful 😊

[@MiriamsManner]

Thanks so much and you are welcome.

[@loisleonard3055]

Just got hip to you three days ago. I m bed ridden now. But this keeps me up. Bless you sis

[@MiriamsManner]

Welcome! 😁 God bless you as well.

[@CilverLining]

Tip: Keeping accent pieces like fences and lamp posts from falling over. I glue 1" round disc magnets (found on Amazon) to the bottom of the lamp post and drill a 7/8" hole (using a spade bit) about a 1/4" deep (so the magnet sits just below the foam surface) into the foam and glue a magnet in the hole. Just be sure to keep in mind the polarization of the magnets so they are opposite.

[@MiriamsManner]

Thanks silver linings, this is such a great tip. I just finished shooting the new quick tip videos but I will save this for the next one.

[@CilverLining]

@@MiriamsManner Super, glad to help. Also thanks for the tip on the power strip--I put it in my Amazon cart.

[@MiriamsManner]

You are welcome! 😄

[@davidkeetz]

I always loved going to family and friends homes who had christmas village decor - I remember just sitting for hours looking at the intricate details and I could never talk my parents into starting one in our house (now I realize why - they're SOOO expensive, and a seemingly never ending holiday hobby, since once you start you just keep expanding each year) - but now that I'm adult and have my own money to frivolously throw into displays that will be seen for one week a year, I WANT to start building mine. Love that there are these videos now online for ideas - I know it will take me years to get to where I want, but thanks for the inspiration to get started

[@MiriamsManner]

😂🤣 that’s funny David. I am happy that you are able to get started, better late than never. You are very welcome for the videos. If you ever have any questions, let me know.

[@annatorres4905]

Hi Miriam. Your voice is so pleasant and calm, I love to just listening to you! Great crafts and I am working on my Christmas Village, trying to expand it every year. Thank you for taking the time and share your knowledge!

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Anna, Thank you so much for such a nice compliment!! 😄 It is my pleasure to share what I have learned, it brings me joy to know it is helping others. If you would like to share your village once you get it all complete, I would love to see it. If so, you can email me at [e-mail].

[@cohenjunior9530]

I realize I'm quite off topic but does anyone know of a good place to stream newly released series online?

[@malakaijad53]

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[@danideem2157]

I'm so thankful that I came across your tips and tricks today! I'm getting ready to build my brand new (to me) Christmas village, and I really wanted to honor my Papa's memory. His village was always ON POINT, but I'm not all that creative. Thank you!!! Also, you are so precious. Just stunning and adorable at the same time.

[@MiriamsManner]

Wow, thank you so very much for such a lovely compliment. I know your papa would be proud and grateful that you are honoring his tradition. That is beautiful. 😁

[@lauraanderson2429]

What a pleasure listening to you and giving great tips. I will definitely looking forward to enhancing my village using your ideas. Thanks so much Miriam.

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you so much Laura! 😃

[@David-pe4fl]

I never usually have the motivation to put my family’s village out, but finding your channel has motivated to do so!!!!! Can’t wait for the full tour of your village!!

[@MiriamsManner]

Aw, I am so excited to hear that David!! If you would like to share your village once it is complete, I would love to see it. You can email me pics to [e-mail]. I have officially completed my village, I am working on the footage now. I am hoping I can finish shooting it and getting the video done by Wed. 🤞🏽. It will definitely be in the next week though. 😄

[@BSRonly]

THANK YOU! I’m so happy that you’re doing these videos. I have had a village for nearly 25 years. I believe this will be my last one because we are moving into a smaller house. So I want to go out in a blaze of glory. Your waterfall video is answer to a long time quest. This year’s waterfall will be wonderful.

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Joan, thank you so much for such a lovely compliment and feedback. I’m so glad you are going big this year with your village if it will be you last. I would love to see your project when you complete it if you would like to share. You can email pics to [e-mail] Also, if you don’t mind me saying. Why not consider saving a few of your favorite buildings and doing a small set up? After 25 years, would it be hard to give up?

[@andybracken9261]

A good tip that I use is when I have multiple buildings in the same “area” I purchase the 50 count LED c7 type lights at the big box stores, and I light up multiple houses with a single plug and wire assembly. If I have unused lights on that string, I try to arrange them in an “accent” pattern buried under snow to help brighten up the scenery.

[@MiriamsManner]

Great idea!! I never thought about using the extra bulbs underneath the snow to add more light. I will add your tip to the list. Thanks so much for sharing!! 😀

[@lindac419]

Good idea but these sockets you are referring to do not come with clips like the Lemax or D56 light cords. Do you have any problem keeping the light inside the holes of the houses since they are not “clipped” in tightly?

[@debiulmer3672]

My best tip to share is on the smaller items like light poles I hot glue them to large heavy washers that I have spray painted to match the area I’m putting them in. This keeps them from tipping over.

[@MiriamsManner]

Good morning Debi, that is awesome, I have never thought of that. Great tip!!

[@emilyadams3470]

I'm beginning to revamp our village display and finding your videos was such a blessing, you have been so helpful!! 🥰

[@MiriamsManner]

I’m so glad to hear that.

[@markfrank0924]

Delightful, very nice presentation, and many wonderful ideas.

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you very much Mark!

[@Itswenzo]

Happy to have found your channel. I just built a new home (move-in in January) and finally have room to start investing and building my village. Looking forward to watching your videos and thanks for sharing the info!

[@MiriamsManner]

Congratulations on your new home!! Your first Christmas in your new home with your village will be great! 😃

[@lissamarieify]

Hi Miriam, I have been a subscriber for a few weeks now, and I have to say, that your videos are so informative and helpful! I really appreciate you taking the time and effort to help us achieve the ultimate village setup. You really dig deep into the whole process, which is something I have not found anywhere else on KZbin, so much thanks to you!. Also, your platforms are awesome, and I can't wait to do one myself following your guidance.

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Lisa, Thanks so much for your lovely words and feedback. Also, thanks so much for subscribing. I am so glad that you have received my videos in the manner I hope for when I make them. When I first started villaging and making platforms, I couldn’t find many videos to help me with my process. Most of what I have learned has been through trial and error. 😂😂. As I started helping family and friends with their villages, I realized there must be others with the same questions I had and those around me had. That’s why I started my channel, I wanted to help others elevate their villages. Knowing that I am achieving that goal warms my heart and I am so thankful you took the time to tell me so this morning! 😄 Have a wonderful day!

[@cssi3368]

Love that I'm not the only one getting ready for Christmas already. I'm making a large village for the front of my boss's front window. There's so much room and I'm so excited!!!

[@MiriamsManner]

I know right!! Why wait when you can have Christmas fun early. 😂😂. I always start early because it takes me so long to set up and I want enough time to enjoy the entire Christmas season. Wow, that is so awesome. I have a few clients that I decorate their homes for Christmas but I have never created a village for anyone else. That would be so much fun!! I understand why you are so excited!! 😆🤣😂

[@lauraanderson2429]

You are so beautiful and nice. I love your tips and watch you every year since I started my village. My desire for doing a Christmas village came from you. Keep up the great work.

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Laura, thank you so much for reaching out and thank you for the feedback, I truly appreciate it. There’s going to be a lot of fun videos coming out soon once I start my village. Hope you have a great time setting up yourself this year. Happy Villaging!

[@genevievegager4126]

I glued washer on the bottom of the street light s, works great.

[@MiriamsManner]

That is a great idea, thanks for sharing.

[@hollyneal355]

I’m a total newbie and really really appreciate your videos! ❤

[@MiriamsManner]

Thanks Holly! I’m glad they are helping you.

[@yank4334]

BY FAR THE BEST TUTORIAL VIDEOS ON HERE ...

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you so much!

[@beverleycrevar9615]

MIRIAM! I came across your website JUST in time. Thank you so much for all of your tips - especially the floral pins and so much more. Now I must wait for my "roads" and power strips to come in - bummer!

[@MiriamsManner]

You are so very welcome Beverly! 😁

[@carrieallen6535]

Thank you. I was feeling so overwhelmed but your tips have really helped. Found a chunk of foam my son threw out last week that already had a nice circular cutout in it and all I can see is a train tunnel. Merry Christmas.

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Carrie, So glad to help! That is awesome! I hope you make your train tunnel.

[@kimgurley472]

Ok Miriam, I'm SO glad I found you!!! I'm just starting my village, and these tips are fantastic!!!!

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you.

[@paulstradley9157]

thanks for the cobblestone print-out tip. really effective!

[@MiriamsManner]

You are very welcome!! 😄

[@dorenemiller8847]

I suggest putting the Styrofoam on top of the plywood, marking holes for cords, and drilling through both surfaces at the same time....much more efficient and accurate! I have a huge village, and we did everything the hard way. If only I'd have had all this wisdom before we started, and added, and added, and added.

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Dorene. I have actually tried that but both pieces are much to thick for my drill bit.

[@laurierobinson7047]

@@MiriamsManner Hi Miriam, I'm new here. You are an absolute pleasure to watch. I was just wondering what you do when you add new pieces? Do you redo the plywood and styrofoam every year?

[@mariachavez6500]

Please show me how to create a little lake for my village. I love your videos, you me give us alot of good ideas. I been putting my little village since 3 yrs ago. Thanks .Maria from Austin tx

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Maria, thanks so much for watching and thank you so much for your nice words. I have attached a link below to a video I did that shows you how to make and lake and mountain. m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJrLcp59YtChj68

[@heidim6468]

Try that fleece on the table instead of buffalo snow. You can add snow and it just shakes off when putting away so you can save the snow.

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Heidi, Thanks so much for the feedback. I actually have tried that a few years ago. It came out nice but I like the fluffiness that the cotton snow brings. 😄

[@614barbara]

I just found your channel and WOW! You are an expert! Love your village. Thanks for the great tips

[@MiriamsManner]

Ah, thanks so much Barbara, I’m so glad you like it and the videos are helpful. Please let me know if you have any other questions.

[@JustLikeKyla]

Thank you! This was so helpful.

[@MiriamsManner]

You are very welcome!

[@masguapoako]

My neighbor just gave me a bunch of ceramic Christmas Village , time to decorate.

[@MiriamsManner]

Wow, what a generous gift. I’m excited for you. Happy decorating! 😃

[@priscillanilla5598]

I've always wanted to build a Christmas village I just don't have the room! Hello from Texas and nice to meet you!!

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Priscilla, nice to meet you too! 😄Villages are truly special, no space is too small for one. I started my very first village on a wide banister stair rail. It was only about 10” wide. You can add a little scene to a nightstand, end table, dresser, or counter. Even if you buy one house and create the scene for the one house, it’s nice. 😄

[@jamescornwell3406]

Great tips and nicely done video. I started two years ago glueing the tacks to the bottom of my street lamps and handmade signs and it has worked fantastic ! I highly recommend it just for the street lamps alone cuz we all know those NEVER stay standing up ! 😆

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello James, thanks so much!! I know, the street lights always fall over. 😂😄😃. I haven’t used the tacks, I just usually hit glue the bottom of the light but I am going to try that next year.

[@vanessaboshell7372]

Just found your Chanel and I’m so glad I did! I’m currently at the planning stage of first ever Christmas village! So many great tips. I’m going to make my way through the rest of your videos before I get started 😍

[@MiriamsManner]

Vanessa, I am so excited for you. The first village is always so special. I’m glad the tips help, if you ever had any questions or thought, please reach out and let me know!! 😄 If you would like to share your village when it’s done, you can email pics to me at [e-mail].

[@cathlinejohnson9179]

Vanessa I’m starting my first one too! It’s so exciting, and Miriam has amazing tips!

[@MiriamsManner]

Thanks Cathline! 😄

[@janeneill9129]

I'm so happy to find your channel you really inspire me and you have great ideas thank you for the information I really really appreciate it think for your video God bless you

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Jane, Thank you so very much! God bless you too! 😃

[@annamendiola6765]

Thank u for your good tips I’m hoping my village will be better than mine last year

[@MiriamsManner]

You are so welcome Anna!! I’m sure it will be better this year. Even if you focus on making just one thing better every year, before you know it, you will have a masterpiece.

[@ceeceecurrie4875]

Hi Miriam I enjoy listening to you. You are so pretty and pleasant. I'm starting on my Christmas display set up and you have wonderful tips and ideas I can use. Thank you

[@MiriamsManner]

Good Morning CeeCee, Thank you so much! 😄. I’m glad you enjoy my channel and find it useful. If you have any questions, please let me know.

[@winsunn4759]

This was very helpful. Thank you

[@MiriamsManner]

I’m so glad to hear that, thanks.

[@mable5916]

Awe! Thanks for sharing my tip and giving me credit! Love your videos and am constantly sharing them.

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you For sharing my videos! You are so welcome Jenny! Thank you for sharing your tip! 😁

[@hopsonz28]

Great tips, I myself did a 5 part tutorial on how I built my village.

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you! I will have to check out your video! ☺️

[@rosee9923]

Thank you☺i can't wait to make my own🙈🧡💛🌻

[@MiriamsManner]

You are very welcome Rose. 😀

[@Sarge-fz9wl]

Miriam - love your HTD's videos. Another trick for the styrofoam, for landscaping issues, if to use a little solder lighter and burn the edges. That way you can blend in the levels of styrofoam into one another. Just careful of the off gases. I see you use the garage so that is good. Another trick on fabric - Value Village has a lot of fabrics that you could you. Jim

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Jim, thanks so much for the tips. I will do a test run with burning the styrofoam and check out value village.

[@SagaofaCrew]

Please enjoy a delightful little Film entitled "Christmas Eve in Cricketville" starring Jiminy Stewart and Donna Chirp. Filmed with insects in a lovely little Christmas village! =============== kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5WydmOwnrWZja8

[@nancyruiz5789]

Thank you for all your tips setting up the village, very helpful. Love your decor too.

[@MiriamsManner]

Thanks so much Nancy!!

[@electricblue2920]

I bought my first piece on a whim today! Thank you for this great video!

[@MiriamsManner]

You are welcome!! How exciting!! I hope you have so much fun creating the scene for your first piece!!

[@tthomas501]

All of your tips are excellent 👍, thanks so much for sharing your talent 🥰, I can't wait to put my village together!

[@MiriamsManner]

Thanks so much Tabitha and you are very welcome! 😄

[@amberdrozda8007]

Great video! I am a newbie and just started my collection this year. I kinda broke rule #1 because ALL of the houses are sooo darn cute! Can’t wait for the next video! ❄️ 🏠 🏠🏠

[@MiriamsManner]

😂😂😂. It’s okay Amber, you will make it all work. If you haven’t done so already, please check out my Christmas village playlist. I have so many useful videos in there for new villagers. There are 3 quick tip videos, tutorials, village videos, and product reviews. Hope this helps! 😃

[@dmanthei]

I love your energy. I just found your page today and felt that you have done a great job explaining things. Can't wait to see more videos from you

[@MiriamsManner]

Aw, thanks so much!! ☺️

[@SlotCarWildman]

Agree with too many buildings, in 1 area I have been collecting Hawthorne Rudolph's christmas town. But didn't think about space to create theme. I like the fabric skirt idea but also looking into vinyl tiles made to look like bricks. Using 1/8" press board to adhere them to. Love that you brought up those power strips I was thinking same thing. I used your idea for remote plugs and ac adapters for street lights. Again you really are very helpful and motivate to move forward. My layout is a permanent village as I have that room dedicated to christmas. Its where we all gather for christmas morning. Look forward to your village reveal and other videos you might share along the way pertaining to christmas village. Thanks again kinda babbled on here . Sorry.

[@MiriamsManner]

Hey Eric, it’s good to hear from you. Don’t worry about babbling on, I do too! 😂😂 I LOVE the vinyl tile idea!!! That would look super amazing. I look forward to seeing it! That is definitely worth sharing in the next quick tip video if you don’t mind. So glad the ac adapter idea worked out for you. It really helped me too. ☺️. I am working on my village video now and I am hoping to release it either later today or tomorrow. See you soon! 😄

[@SlotCarWildman]

@@MiriamsManner yes please share idea 💡. Awesome can't wait to see

[@MiriamsManner]

Okay, will do, thanks.

[@elizabethgeorge4724]

Hi there - I just recently found your site. Boy, am I glad I did. You have some amazing ideas and tips. So blessed to have found it. Now, I have a question wrt to Tip #3. Did you buy that flat foam board all in one piece or are they smaller ones attached together? Is that the insulation foam from lowes you talk about later on in the video? Thank you so much for you all your insight. So excited to have found your site and videos

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello, I’m so glad you found me too. 😁 Yes, that is the insulation foam board from Lowe’s. It all comes in one 4’x8’ sheet.

[@melissaverboom3542]

Thanks for all the tips!! I couldnt find the printable road tho, used the link but cant find it there...🙈

[@MiriamsManner]

Here is a video to walk you through it. Christmas Village Cobblestone Road kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJ-mnauBrKiEiJo

[@alistaircrossey-truesdale3327]

Excellent advice I'm so glad I found you your such a great help

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you so much for your kind words. I’m glad my videos are helpful to you! 😄

[@ajmayowskijr]

Great tips Miriam. You do amazing work. Al

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you so much! 😃

[@richardtovar127]

Great tips! Thanks

[@MiriamsManner]

You are very welcome.

[@debbiecrispin]

Hi I’m your new subscriber… Wow I’m so happy to have found your Channel!!!!! I’m a newbie at this 🤣🙈 I did the mistake and purchased a lot of beautiful pieces 😂😂 but no trees yet or snow 😭!!! I’m doing that now , u e so informative dear .., thank u for sharing your loving home & ideas 💡 for beginners like me 😍👌🏻 ,

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Debbie and welcome, thank you for joining our group. I’m so glad the channel is helpful for you and you are very welcome. Let me know if you ever have any questions.

[@creepybabby]

It's my first time celebrating Christmas!

[@MiriamsManner]

Really? What are you going to do for your first Christmas?

[@creepybabby]

@@MiriamsManner I have an old doll's house that I'm going to be decorating, baking and decorating cookies, and getting presents for friends and family. Thanks for asking!

[@MiriamsManner]

How lovely, I am excited for you! I didn’t celebrate my first Christmas until I was 6 years old. I still remember it and it is very special to me. I pray you enjoy the entire Christmas season!

[@creepybabby]

@@MiriamsManner Awww thank you. Happy holidays

[@lauraoldfather560]

Thank you for all of the good tips! Love it!

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Laura, you are very welcome! Glad to help! 😃

[@SagaofaCrew]

Please enjoy a delightful little Film entitled "Christmas Eve in Cricketville" starring Jiminy Stewart and Donna Chirp. Filmed with insects in a lovely little Christmas village! =============== kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5WydmOwnrWZja8

[@loisleonard3055]

Just excellent lady. There is a jazzy guitar version of silent night. Please tell us who it is.

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you very much. I believe that is E Jammy Jam’s version of silent night.

[@pamelabrown3489]

Some great advice here thank you for sharing 😘 New subscriber from Australia can’t wait to see your finished village

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Pamela, thank you so much for subscribing and you are welcome! I am glad to help! 😄. My Christmas village video is scheduled to be released in 8 hours! Yay!

[@danshobbies13]

Your husband stole my idea. I did the same thing to hide my cords. I’m only playing, love the tips.

[@MiriamsManner]

Haha!! That is awesome!! Great minds think alike! 😄

[@ronandjoy2878]

Hi Miriam! I’m your new subscriber! I’m also doing villaging but not a pro, I search a tips for tips on how to do landscaping. Thanks for the tips!

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello!! 😃 Thank you so much for subscribing. I have several village videos and a few more to come. I will post a video on how to make a bridge out of styrofoam in about 3 weeks.

[@ronandjoy2878]

@@MiriamsManner I will definitely watch that! Thanks again!

[@MiriamsManner]

You are very welcome!

[@cathlinejohnson9179]

Creating the scene! Thank you so much! I’ve been purchasing a lot of buildings with no plan. Now, to create each scene I may have to do two different villages . Lol but that’s ok! Thanks for your tips!

[@MiriamsManner]

You are so welcome Cathline!! Are your buildings vastly different from one another? You might not have to do two different villages. You could have different sections within the same village. For example, if you have a lot of cabins or woodsy buildings and then a lot of city buildings, just make a forest area and a city area. Divide the two spaces with a park for a transition.

[@davidheia8244]

Great tips as always!

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you!

[@HeliPadUSA]

You could be a model or newscaster or tooth model....great video btw. I got distracted.

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you very much!

[@LBS2331]

Great tips!

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you!

[@lindac419]

Sorry for asking so many questions. I am getting nervous…. How do you reach the middle of your 8x8 village? Do you build the big platform and then just push the whole thing inside cuz it would be impossible to work in the middle of such a large table. Also thinking of doing an 8x8 village this year but it might just kill me, haha…

[@MiriamsManner]

🤣😂🤣. No worries in the questions, ask away. I decorated the two tables separately and gently moved it into place. I did place the figurines in the middle that would be out of reach and hot glued them in place (just a small dot or enough). Them, all of the other areas I could reach, I waiting to put the figurines and trees until I scooted the tables together.

[@lorenafragoso4329]

I love all your tips, can you make a skating rink, I’m new at this but will love to have one on my village. Thanks 😊

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Lorena, thanks so much!! 😄 I actually am not going to be building a skate rink this year but I have attached a link to a video from woodland scenics. This is a great video that shows you how to make a skating rink. I hope this helps. 😁 m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4iupn6FmZyBptk

[@lindanoreika893]

Quick question. What color do you suggest to paint a base, brown or white. I do want a snowy village but want to shown cobblestone walkways. Thank you. And I would like to say that you are beautiful and gifted person. Sending hugs for helping all of us beginners.

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Linda, you are very welcome! If you are referring to your table base, I would paint it white. That way, it will be easier to blend where you lay your snow. Then you can add your roads on top of the white base. If you mean the base of the figurines, I would paint those the same color of the landscape where you would be placing them.

[@tiarnan76]

brilliant tips, cant wait to get building - much love from Ireland! by the way - you're absolutely stunning :)

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you so much! 😀

[@jomcenroe7538]

Hi! Love your villages , but also love your couch! Where did you get it ? Looking for blue velvet and finding junk! 😥

[@MiriamsManner]

Hey Joe, Thank you so much! I purchased that piece at a store called Lina’s. It was on the showroom floor in another color but they offer a variety of fabrics so I changed it to the blue. I do love this couch. The seat sits high and the cushions are firm. It’s a pretty solid piece.

[@serenaselstead4767]

Great tips. Im gonna have to pick up that power strip. I. Worried i have too much connected to too little lol. What about timers? Could you plug that 12 outlet strip into a timer?

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Serena, Yes, I plug all of my power strips into remote timers. Did you see my 1st quick tip video? In that one, I talk about timers. I use a brand called Westinghouse.

[@viktorijamiksa8751]

Greetings from Croatia! :-) Great work:-)

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you very much!

[@Barbara-nm7vj]

Hi Miriam, I love all your displays. You’re very talented. Thank you for your tips. I tried to find the link for the road but couldn’t find it. If you have a chance please add. Thank you.

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you so much Barbara! I just added the link to the description box for the road. 😄

[@pstodgel]

Miriam, I love your videos. So many fantastic ideas & Techniques. My question is, is there a reason you use 1.5" foam board versus 1"? Thanks for sharing.

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Paul, Thanks so much. I like using the1.5” to give me more height so I don’t have to stack as many boards. That is the only reason. You could do the same thing with the 1”

[@neriewinter4238]

Thank you for all the tips!

[@MiriamsManner]

You are very welcome, glad to help! 😄

[@ediethesalsafreak]

Fantastic! Do you dismantle the villages when you are done? Do you re-use the parts for a new one every year? How do you Recycle?

[@MiriamsManner]

I do dismantle the village every year. I do reuse some pieces and sell others. I also pass some things down to my children.

[@zabe_era]

I recently came into two Christmas village sets from family members downsizing! Your videos are helping me so much to plan. Do you ever incorporate a manger scene into your village? My husband is from South America where almost every house has Christmas village that is "Bethlehem" with the manger scene incorporated somewhere in the town!

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Elizabeth!! That is awesome!! I don’t have any manger scenes in my village but I do put up a manger scene in my front yard for Christmas. My mother has a small nativity scene in her village that she just got this year. It’s super cute.

[@lindac419]

Hi Miriam I am thinking of doing a floating village this year. It will be a huge challenge for me since it is my first year putting up a large village. I plan to drop all the cords to the floor through the styrofoam and then connect them all to one surge protector. However, how do you cover the cord from the surge protector to the wall safely without people tripping over it when they walk around your display? Do you have a picture of what you did? I am afraid that people will trip over the light cord and accidentally knock over the village. Hubby is not happy with my plan. 😢

[@MiriamsManner]

Hey Linda, I used black tape to tape the cord down for it to stay in place. Then I bought a long thick runner and put it over the cord. The runner was so thick, you couldn’t even feel the cord as you were stepping over it. I also made sure to run the cords to the back of the table. I hope this will make your hubby happy. 😂🤣

[@Lemaxcollection]

GREAT video! Really good information. ❤️❤️

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you so much!! I truly appreciate it!! 😄☺️

[@coryb8534]

Hi Miriam, Great video! Does the foam dase you used help reduce track noise? What is the main reason for using it. Thank you.

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Cory, Thank you so much! I actually have never ran my train without a board under it so I couldn’t honestly tell you if it reduces the noise. The reason I use the board is to help hide my cords as well as sticking my home made trees into the foam since I don’t have bases for them.

[@alanamariahthurman9666]

Thank you for the ideas

[@MiriamsManner]

You are very welcome Alan, glad to help! 😄

[@mireyasanchez9194]

Hi, I love your videos, I keep thinking we've been friends for years! I also love your voice. I have a question, can you show us how to do a stair that is not in a corner of the platform? and also like a path or road that goes up a mountain? That would be very hopeful. I'm almost done with my ski platform, I used the techniques you showed, and is going very well. Thank you. Have a wonderful day.

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Mireya, thanks so much, that’s so sweet of you to say!! Yes, I can do a video showing how to do stairs in the middle of a base and how I do my walk paths. I am in the middle of shooting the footage my for village so once I am done with that video, I can work on this project. I will try to get to it as soon as I am able. Have a great day! 😄

[@Jacquie8700]

Thank You very much for explaining what you do. My husband made me a Christmas tree for my village. I need to add snow, do I do that last. It's the fluffy stuff you talked about from Walmart for 5.00. Thanks...Jacquie

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Jacquie, that is awesome your hubby made you a tree!! I usually always add my snow last to everything I do.

[@Kaileiandabby]

Very helpful! Ty!

[@MiriamsManner]

You are welcome! 😄

[@soniamontero6826]

Please Miriam show me how to build a long river. Thank you you the best

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Sonia, thanks so much!! I actually just picked out an inspiration photo of a river With an island in it that I am going to build. I won’t be getting started it on it though until a few months. I do have a mountain build that has a stream in it that you can see. It would be a very similar process for a river. I have attached the link below. m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJrLcp59YtChj68

[@soniamontero6826]

@@MiriamsManner thank you so much I will try to make my first river with you help

[@melissarodriguez5551]

Hi Miriam! I absolutely love your channel! Thank you for sharing all these amazing tips. I will definitely be using a lot of these on my Christmas village this year. I really liked the fabric idea all around the table, do you happen to know which one in particular it is from Joann Fabric? Would you mind sharing the link?

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Melissa, Thanks so much!! I’m glad the tips have helped! 😃 Here is the link below. I just get the solid white. www.joann.com/blizzard-fleece-fabric--solids/prd7089.html?dwvar_prd7089_variationAttribute=3805421&quantity=1

[@NoName-mm4qf]

On another note, YOURE SO PRETTY!

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you so much April! ☺️

[@anaisabelpais7389]

8:42 Hi! I was wondering, is your setup 4×4ft (16ft²) or 8×8ft (64ft²)? 8×8 seems Huge to me! But also sounds like so much fun

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Ana, It is actually 8x8 (64sqft). Yes, it is huge and a lot of fun. It allows me to do so much with the space.

[@kimmmy68]

Can you do a video of making a bridge using styrofoam and how do you get stairs in the middle of a piece of Styrofoam

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Kimmy, I will be able to do a video of creating stairs in the middle in the next couple weeks. If I am able to build a bridge, it won’t be for at least another 4 weeks. I have my video schedule planned out pretty much for the next 3 1/2 weeks. I will try to get to it sooner if I am able.

[@kimmmy68]

thank you I love all your videos

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you so much!!

[@stlouisrams4me]

Awesome video with great tips and WOW you are a beautiful woman.

[@MiriamsManner]

Thank you so much! 😄

[@stlouisrams4me]

@@MiriamsManner You are very welcome.

[@jpkj1972]

Love your videos. They have helped me figure out how to build my village. But....how do you take the village apart, if you use a glue gun to help hold things down? Does it ruin anything when taking the village apart? Thank you.

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Jess, thank you so much. I’m glad the videos have helped. No, the hot glue doesn’t hurt the pieces at all. I just use a small drop on my light post. When I am ready to take it down, I remove the accessory from the base and it comes up. Then, I peel the bead of hot glue off. If I am hot glueing onto styrofoam, sometimes a little of the styrofoam is stuck to the bottom of the accessory but it still doesn’t hurt the piece, I just take a blade to it and carefully scrape it off. It’s always as good as new when I take it down. Welcome! 😃

[@jasonkraeger7352]

Are the snow flurries safe for pets? I’m just curious if I should even bother if I have dogs. Does anyone know of any that are definitely pet safe

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello, I’m not sure about that. I’ve never looked into it because I don’t have pets. I can tell you if you spray your snow flurries with hair spray or scenic cement, it won’t fly off the table. It stays in place really well when properly sprayed. That way it won’t be in the floor we’re your dogs are. I hope that helps. 😁

[@debfiel6585]

Miriam, I love your Christmas village videos. I just found them this year. Such good tips. I am confused how to get the cobblestone road printables on that website. I went to the site and cannot figure it out. Also, it says the site in not secure. I'm not sure if that is because of my internet or not. Help please! :)

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Deb, thank you so much!! 😄 Here is the link, it should take you straight to the page where the printable road is. Let me know if it worked for you. www.christmas-village-displays.com/christmas_village_paving.html

[@soniateran1316]

Hi Myriam. My name us sonia teran and K suscribe to your channel and I glad to participate in your contest 2023 christmas village. How I can send the videos of my village that you can see. Thank you and I will wait for yoh answer soon

[@MiriamsManner]

Hey Sonia, welcome to our group. I am going to be releasing the info soon on how to send the village for the contest.

[@danbates6285]

My question is with the buildings that light up. I want to switch from bldgs that you plug in to battery. Can you just use battery holders with on / off switch ? Thanks

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Dan, I’m not sure what a battery holder is. I have seen some people who use the flameless tea light candles with the remotes to light up their village houses.

[@Kristina-gz2wu]

You are so cute! you remind me of an actress, I'm trying to think of who, she wore her hair like you. I just found your channel last week.

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Kristina, thanks for watching! ☺️ I wonder who!?🤣😂

[@jimadamik]

What kind of foam do you use since the foam I bought doesn't look like yours. I wasn't even aware that there was more than one to buy. Thank you.

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Jim! 😄 I use different kinds of foam for every build. I try to get free foam from companies or packages. If I do have to buy foam, I buy the insulation from from Lowe’s and peel off the plastic coating. I have attached a link to the foam from Lowe’s in the description box of this video. I hope this helps. ☺️

[@jimadamik]

@@MiriamsManner Thank you so much for the information. And as always your work is excellent and beautiful. You are very talented.

[@MiriamsManner]

Thanks so much Jim!

[@renewalker4771]

Where did u get ur gondola from

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello Rene, I got that gondola from Amazon but i just checked and didn’t see them. Here is a link for another option through wayfair. www.wayfair.com/The-Holiday-Aisle®--Cable-Car-Hanging-Figurine-Ornament-X114159140-L1002-K~W003048039.html?refid=GX562184876122-W003048039&device=m&ptid=903709277735&network=g&targetid=pla-903709277735&channel=GooglePLA&ireid=113200880&fdid=1817&gbraid=0AAAAAD9ISC58ksxVySdAmvpRyQ309VZU9&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI7pGvr-KT-AIV4Ql9Ch19qwyhEAQYAyABEgIzYPD_BwE

[@Kristina-gz2wu]

I think it is Marlo Thomas.

[@MiriamsManner]

I just looked her up, our hair is very similar. 😄

[@yeseniac.7773]

Hello. I know this video is not recent but I need help. I may not be looking properly. O visited thw website Muriam suggested but I can't seem to find the cobblestone pavement printout option. Would anyone be able to help me? Thanks so much! MIRIAM is the best!! 😊🙏❤️

[@MiriamsManner]

Hello, here is the video that will show you how to print it. Christmas Village Cobblestone Road kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJ-mnauBrKiEiJo

[@yeseniac.7773]

@MiriamsManner oh gosh!!!! Thank you so much! I was so desperate to find this, that I just typed away, not realizing all my typos!! 😁😆👍❤️🥰 thank you so much Miriam!!! 🙏