The holidays mean more precious moments with family and friends, guests coming over, and gift-giving with everyone. For the extra and festive person, it’s also a time to decorate the home perfectly to actually feel the Christmas spirit.
A few evergreens, a wreath, and an intricately designed tree will create an abundance of cheer. But one can always step up their decorating game by going against the traditional and being resourceful. Here are some quick and easy ways to deck the halls!
Start with the dining area.
Not only is it the heart of the home where everyone gathers, but it is also the easiest spot to test out dramatic holiday decors. Golden flatware is always a good pick for special occasions, along with lush garland and candle holders. As soon as you finally have all the materials, design according to layer for neatness.
Make white your base color
The easiest pair for any motif you prefer is white. Turn the simple color into something elegant and stylish by creating a wintery wonderland theme and adding bold pops of blue, red, or green to make your home dazzling. A white fur tree with fake snow and vibrantly colored balls will do the trick. You can also mix white with metals and retro elements like gold lamps and hanging decorations to set a celebratory mood.
Use candles and bells
While you may want your Christmas home to look contemporary, bells and candles give a Christmas old-fashioned charm. They never go out of style! Hang them on the staircase, put some on the fireplace, and even in the bathroom. Leave no corner bland and boring but don’t overdo it!
Get lit
While the inside of your house feels like a cozy white Christmas with candles lit and string lights on the tree, try to make the outside look fun and colorful with Christmas lights and lanterns. Wrap them around your bushes, hang a star or a wreath outside your house, and fill your landscape with radiance and love!
Add in cozy patterns.
This is a time to finally use those sheepskin and buffalo check! Break out your coziest textiles and put them on the living room and the whole display will look cooler!
Use eco-friendly materials.
When buying materials, make sure they’re non-toxic and can be used for a lifetime. Go for decorations made of recycled materials! You can also use newspaper, wallpaper, or even scratch papers as gift wrappers. Leftover bits and pieces could also be of great use for that DIY wreath you’re making!
Incorporate natural accents
It’s alright if your tree is artificial. You can still add in natural ornaments like pinecones and cranberries to elevate the Christmas decoration to a high level. Try adding glitter to them and make sure they don’t look out of place in your white-based theme! Poinsettias can be high maintenance so you can always opt for an artificial one for a floral decoration that’s in season.
Make the bedrooms festive.
The bedroom is a private space so it should be designed according to one’s own style and preference. For the classic person, plaid is a timeless beauty for throw pillows. Tiny trees and snow globes are also ideal for tabletop decors. Don’t forget about your rug and curtains! For the non-conformist, a whimsical Christmas is so in, creating a scene out of Whoville. Orange and pink are a few of the colors you can incorporate with the Christmas elements!