Creative Christmas Decorating Ideas For Every Room in Your Home
You know what makes the best time of year even better? Decking out your house with Christmas decorations that set the mood. To get every inch of your home into the holiday spirit, take a cue from these creative and festive decorating ideas for spaces big and small. Whether you prefer traditional decor or something a bit more out there, we guarantee you'll find something you want to recreate on this list—there are 105 Christmas decorating ideas, after all. And when you're ready to trim your tree, we've got you covered with ideas, too.
Decorate using objects of different heights. Start by hanging oversized snowflakes, and building up the table with tall candlesticks. For the mantel, hang a garland made with olive branches.
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Banisters can be tricky to decorate. For a light, airy, and cheerful look, try stringing red and white paper bells together with fishing line.
Shimmery silver, gold, and copper glam up a Christmas feast. Mix and match flatware, chargers, and even a few trinkets for extra glimmer.
Bar carts are the one design element that still need to be functional, so make sure all of your merry-making essentials fit. Accessorize with greenery and glassware.
Layer pine, spruce, and juniper for a fuller garland. Birch twigs, winterberry, and silvery pinecones add sparkle.
It doesn't get more timeless than a Fraser fir trimmed with an angel topper, red ribbon, and classic ornaments.
Dreaming of summer when it's too cold to deal outside? Add all the sunny feels to your table with yellow accents and fresh citrus.
Candles give a Christmas old-fashioned charm — but to avoid a serious fire hazard, use candle lights instead of the real deal.
This evergreen is covered entirely with edible decorations, like cookies, ribbon candy, gumdrops, and garlands of popcorn and cranberries.
Instead of a garland, dress up a mantel with a mix of candlesticks — tall, small, mercury glass, crystal. Instead of ivory candles, opt for red, cranberry, and shades of green.
You don't have to limit yourself to matching the ribbon to the paper. Put polka dots and checks on a flowery filigree, like this one.
Outline a simple mirror in Christmas greenery, then stick in feathers. It's unexpected, but totally statement-making.
Hang red and green tassels on your doors, desk, and chest of drawers. They're a finishing touch that's totally budget-friendly.
No, not that kind of rose—the Christmas rose actually belongs to the hellebore family and blooms during the winter. The perennials come in tons of colors, and provide an alternative to the classic poinsettias.
Embrace it—pastels are happening for Christmas.
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Spoiler: Plaid is so in for Christmas.
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Fake a fresh snowfall by placing a sheepskin rug beneath your tree.
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The secret for this proud little guy? Put an upside-down bucket into a wicker basket before placing the tree on top. This way, the tree's bottom branches won't be scrunched.
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All you need is wire, floral string, and pine to create this minimal holiday arrangement. Get the tutorial at Homey Oh My.
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Now you can save space and the trouble of cleaning up branches thanks to this pegboard tree.
Get the tutorial at Sugar & Cloth.
We always say yes to donuts. We're obsessed with these non-traditional donut ornaments. Pro tip: They look even cuter on a pink tree.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY!.
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These are so pretty, you'll want to leave them up year-round. It really doesn't get easier than this either. Get the tutorial at Lia Griffith.
This is the year Christmas cacti become a thing. Deck them out with garlands or string lights for an alternative to an evergreen.
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It's Christmas, so literally anything and everything can be Christmas tree shaped. Turn paper cones into glittered trees and cut stars into them. Place a tea light inside and it'll function like a lantern.
Get the tutorial at Lia Griffith.
These cork board tiles are so pretty, you'll want to leave them up all year round.
Get the tutorial at You Are My Fave.
Just because most people can't see it, doesn't mean you shouldn't go all out. Wrap a garland around your headboard and swap out your pillows.
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Place cut sprigs of pine in skinny-necked, water-filled bottles and top with tapered candles for a stunning and simple arrangement.
Get the tutorial at The Merrythought.
A must-make for any modern decor addict, these are a fun arts and crafts project for a cozy afternoon. Get the tutorial at Sugar & Cloth.
Who invited you, red and green? We're loving this icy winter color palette. Get the tutorial at House and Home.
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Get creative with the base filler of your winter floral arrangements—try filling a square vase with fake cranberries before inserting cream colored roses.
Get the tutorial at Not Your Standard.
We're all about a minimalist, understated approach to holiday decor, like this geometric wreath from Sugar & Cloth. Plus, minimalist crafts and DIY projects are by definition easy to make!
Ditch a tree skirt for a basket collar this year. It'll truly bring out all of the tree's natural vibes. Add burlap ribbon and papier-maché ornaments to complement the look.
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Bleach pinecones first before stringing them alongside real cranberries. For their golden effect, submerge pinecones from your backyard in bleach for two days. Get the tutorial at Clean and Scentsible.
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Stuff galvanized flower buckets with fresh pine, draw on a festive message, and light it all up with twinkly lights! See how it's done at Finding Home Farms.
Stripes will never go out of style—especially when they're black, and paired with gold and white.
Get the tutorial at Homey Oh My!.
This small, hand-drawn tree becomes 3D by hanging ornaments on appropriately-placed nails.
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If you're skeptical about replacing your traditional lights and ornaments, try this gorgeous floral wrap on a smaller second tree. Just cut down silk flower stems and stick them in—the more the merrier. Learn how to recreate this garland at Design Love Fest.
The classic white-and-black checkered pattern looks totally rustic when paired with wooden chargers.
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This garland from Lia Griffith ensures that you don't have to let holiday decor cramp your boho style. Who needs paper snowflakes when you can have paper feathers instead?
Pine is so 2017, anyway.
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A Christmas tree on wheels means you can move it wherever you need to around your house. It's ideal for photo ops!
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This plastic spoon project is dominating Pinterest right now—and we can 100% see why. Get the tutorial at One Project Closer.
Want an elegant table that's also fun and modern? Try white and gold everything. Hang some antlers on the wall for a wintry touch.
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These festive vases takes mere minutes. Simply fill various jars with water—stop just a few inches below the brim—and add American and Michigan holly. Purchase floating candles for an added glow.
Get the tutorial at 33 Shades of Green.
Two wreaths > one. Stacked on a front door, your entryway will look twice as merry.
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Fake an icy frost with this wintry recipe: Mix three parts white glitter to one part silver. Then coat faux pears, limes and grapes for a sparkly centerpiece.
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Put season's greetings on full display. A rustic ladder can also hold cozy throws and blankets for chilly nights.
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Skip traditional crimson to put a fresh spin on a Christmas wreath. Branch out with pink and green baubles, and add in a few silvery accents.
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Keep treats on display (and out of kids' and pets' reach) by hanging them along the top of a window. Hooked on matching ribbon, the peppermints look extra sweet.
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Display winter's most festive foods in a glass vase with a candle in the middle. This one has walnuts, cranberries, and kumquats.
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This easy-to-make candle wreath is classic for the holidays.
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We have no chill when it comes to plaid, and we aren't even sorry.
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Use birch bark sheets to craft a handful of leaves that can be turned into a frosted, seasonal wreath.
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Place a few branches of holly inside of a vase and then add a pop of color with bright ornaments.
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Display family photos and Christmas cards by hanging them on your banister's garland.
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Turn a common winter scene — firewood, evergreen branches, and pinecones — into a dazzling display with some string lights.
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Turn wooden logs into a home for tea lights by carving a hole for them to sit in.
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Deck out your go-to place for a warm cup of your favorite festive beverage with cozy plaid throws and seasonal bottle cozies.
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Poinsettias, cinnamon, and candy canes will literally never go out of style.
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Recreate this sweet smelling wreath with star anise.
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Bright red pomegranates make a festive addition to a table runner.
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Cinnamon applesauce dough comes together quickly to make this cute strand of cookies.
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Go all out for a holiday table centerpiece, and place a miniature evergreen — topped with a ribbon — in the middle of your spread.
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If you've got a chalkboard wall (jealous), you need to draw a Christmas tree on it.
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Mix faux garland with real greenery, weaving in pine cones and a matching thick ribbon.
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Creative Christmas Decorating Ideas For Every Room in Your Home
You know what makes the best time of year even better? Decking out your house with Christmas decorations that set the mood. To get every inch of your home into the holiday spirit, take a cue from these creative and festive decorating ideas for spaces big and small. Whether you prefer traditional decor or something a bit more out there, we guarantee you'll find something you want to recreate on this list—there are 105 Christmas decorating ideas, after all. And when you're ready to trim your tree, we've got you covered with ideas, too.
We're ready to deck the halls.
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