It should only take about five minutes at the most to string some festive lights around your doorway to welcome guests with a holiday glow. You could even string the lights around a window indoors if you don't want to put them outside. <\/p>\n

Simmer Some Potpourri <\/strong><\/p>\n

Creating a holiday mood isn't only about visual elements. Many people associate certain aromas with the season, and it only takes a minute to add a handful of potpourri to some water in a saucepan on the stove and turn the dial to the simmer setting. If you don't have any holiday potpourri on hand, simmer a mixture of cloves and cinnamon instead. <\/p>\n

Put on Some Christmas Music<\/strong><\/p>\n

Nothing sets the mood like a little music. If you don't have any Christmas music on hand, you can make a playlist online using a variety of services — even YouTube works for this in a pinch. <\/p>\n

Pick Up a Miniature Christmas Tree <\/strong><\/p>\n

Miniature Christmas <\/strong>trees make great entryway decor and centerpieces. They can be purchased from a variety of retailers from your local nursery to a nearby supermarket. As an added bonus, you can plant them in outdoor planters after the holiday season is over.<\/p>\n

Place a Holiday Bouquet on the Table<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you've got time for a quick stop at the florist, pick up a holiday bouquet to use as a centerpiece on your table. For an added festive mood, buy another one to place on the coffee table in your living room. <\/p>\n

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If you're like most busy residents of apartments in Chicago, you may have not yet had time to add festive holiday accents to your home. If you're hosting a dinner party or other holiday gathering in your home, you may be scrambling for ideas for creating a holiday atmosphere if you don't have time to… <\/p>\n