Holiday Decorations For The Harp

[Deborah O.]

I was wondering if anybody “dresses up” their harps for special events like Christmas?

[Karen Johns]

I’ve never decorated my harp (yet), but if I did I would make sure whatever I used wouldn’t scratch the finish. That being said, here are some warnings: I would be careful with bows-they are usually tied with wire. Silk flowers might be OK, as long as there are no bare wires showing(I am a florist by trade so I know a little bit in this area). Fake pine also has a lot of wire running through it, so be careful of that. Real pine? Sap might stick. Fresh flowers are nice, but they don’t last without a source of water, and you don’t want that on your harp.

Sorry to be somewhat of a killjoy here, but I really think if you are going to decorate your harp for the holidays I would stick to a silk flower garland if anything. Even putting lights on your harp may not be a good idea- the heat source from those little bulbs aren’t good for the wood either. Maybe a ribbon garland? Just tie it up at the top of the pillar and wind it down, like a candystripe? I will try it and let you know, maybe if I can figure out how to download a pic on this site I put it in my next post.

Blessings,

Karen

[Chris Asmann]

How about a sheer cover for the harp (in between sets) that’s made of fabric in colors or patterns that reflect the current holiday or the event at hand?
The cover could be draped over a music stand when you’re playing and thereby still on display.
A small wardrobe for the harp could be accumulated over a year or two at small cost to great effect.
No problems with wires, lights or other things that could harm the finish, and the cover will keep people from trying to play the harp when you’re away from it.
Chris

[alice-freeman]

I regularly wrap garland around the column and carefully attach a large bow at the top. (See http://windandroses.com/pgallery/Holiday%20Gigs/010_20051211hrp.jpg)

[Deborah O.]

Thanks for the great ideas offered!

Chris….A sheer harp cover sounds wonderful..I never thought of that….I have always used just my L&H plain cover.

Alice…thanks for sharing your photo….your harp looks festive with the garland.

[Cheryl Z.]

Hi Harp Ambient,

I found a really pretty poinsettia garland last year.

[Deborah O.]

Cheryl Z….thanks so much for taking the time to share your detailed advice on decorating.

[Cheryl Z.]

Hi Harp Ambient,

Your welcome.

[Deborah O.]

Well…I have made a small start on finding Holiday decorations for my Harp. There were so many good ideas posted here…I hope to try them all eventually.

[barbara-brundage]

Very nice idea, Harp Ambient.

[Cheryl Z.]

Hi Harp Ambient,

That’s pretty.

[Cheryl Z.]

Hi Harp Ambient,

Wanted to tell you too, the wood color on your harp is really pretty.

Cheryl

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