Christmas is one of the most beloved traditional holidays, and many may argue it’s because, above all else, a lot of fun! Decorating for the Christmas season is a big deal for many families, and the planning that goes into the overall look can be a fantastic bonding experience for all involved.
To help you to bring your year to a conclusion, let’s look at different ways to decorate your home, using bought and found decorations. It’s a big job, and as such, can be overwhelming at times, but with a little bit of help, it can be painless and even fun – let’s get started!
Accents for emphasis
You need not break the bank to get great decor together! A few simple accents are sometimes all you need to give your home a visual boost. From pillows and throws to lamps and even bowls, less can be more in trying to perfect your overall look. You can also never go wrong with greenery – take your pick from tiny trees, garlands, wreaths and table centerpieces to switch up the way your room has always looked. Here are a few more ideas to help you incorporate some more festive charm:
Miniature ornaments – tiny trees, sleds, snowmen, pick your favorite – are great for adding unexpected cuteness to small surfaces, like nightstands and side tables. A Christmas themed blanket on the bed or on a couch can be very impactful, while candles are always a winner for Christmas decorations.
Don’t forget your greens
Foliage and natural materials are an effortless way of putting a festive vibe together! Even if your Christmas tree is plastic, your Christmas tree decorations need not be. Pinecones, berries, nuts and leaves are all excellent contenders to be used for natural decorations.
If that’s not for you, you can still add a personal touch by handmaking your ornaments instead of buying the plastic equivalents in the shops. Repurpose items you already own, or hit the craft shops and let your imagination run wild!
How do I know a Christmas tree is right for me?
Your Christmas tree should be chosen to fit both your personal style and aesthetic, and should be suitable for the room in which it is to be placed. The style of the tree should ideally match the style of the home decor, as it will look out of place if the styles are too mismatched. Throw in a couple of Christmas lights, and your look will be complete!
Anything else you would like to add once the lights are up, will serve as extra interest – think about tinsel, ribbons, or garlands to help you bring it all together. When using ribbon, it helps to pick a sturdier type, like the wire-edged type used in flower decorating. This will help it to keep its shape and prevent it from drooping. You can even add a few bows instead of baubles to your tree!
When using garlands, work from the top of the tree downwards. Florists’ wire can be used to attach the garlands to the branches of the tree, while you work in a corkscrew around the length of the tree. It is best to only put the baubles up once the garland is in place.
When is it appropriate to put up my Christmas decor?
Generally, the trend is to do so between Thanksgiving and Christmas itself. If you want to take advantage of Black Friday to score some great deals on Christmas décor, that could be a good idea, but remember that you are not always guaranteed of stock, so don’t rely on only that to see you through! The ultimate hack in saving money on Christmas decorations is to wait for the day after Christmas to get the stock once it’s marked down. The downside to this is that you will only be able to make use of your purchases after a year, but if savings are important to you, consider this strategy – it works!
When should the decorations be taken down?
The first week in January is generally considered to be a good time to collapse your displays, although some people prefer to take it down in time to ring in the new year.
