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It's Christmas time: Christmas decoration ideas
Imaginative Christmas decoration ideas and tips.
Christmas is one of the most beautiful times of the year and always holds a special place in our hearts, evoking an atmosphere of joy that lets us all feel like children again. An integral part of Christmas is the festive decoration. Cities don their holiday "garments", colorful lights illuminate the streets and beautiful fir trees stand tall in the squares. So why not bring that spirit into your home? Read the article and apply the decoration tips to your space!
Lights and candles that make a difference
One of the most characteristic elements of Christmas decorations is the additional light sources. String lights and candles of all kinds are ideal for creating a very cozy feeling, inviting you to make a hot tea, grab your fleece blanket and spend a perfect afternoon at home!
Plus Tip: Turn off most lights, leave the string lights on and light some candles, put on your favorite Christmas movie and have a wholesome Christmas experience.
Color always wins
Christmas is all about joy and a festive spirit. This calls for plenty of color. Red, of course, paired with white, for a timeless style. You can also make a difference by choosing to decorate in one of the colors that are trending this year: Green, Victorian blue and various shades of pink!
Plus Tip: The ‘80s aesthetic has made a strong come-back. Embrace a retro and colorful style by hanging old cassettes and decorating your shelves with your vinyl records.
Festive Mood, Festive Windows
Every home that embraces the holiday spirit should have its windows and balcony doors decorated. Garlands, paper ornaments that stick to the glass, Christmas stencils and wreaths, small Santa Clauses or a striking red boot can be the perfect decoration for your windows and curtains!
Plus Tip: Decorate your balcony railings and enjoy a quiet evening by your window, listening to a list of Jazz Christmas covers.
Oh Christmas tree, oh Christmas tree!
The Christmas tree is the king of festive decorations. For nearly a month—sometimes even longer—it adorns our space, bringing a touch of the holiday spirit. If you love colors, go for colorful ornaments (ideally, stick to no more than three colors), add bows at various spots, and place gift boxes at the base. If you prefer a more monochromatic look, decorate your tree in shades of gold or silver for a chic, modern vibe.
Plus Tip: When it’s time to put up your tree, gather your family or friends and decorate it all together. The joy of working as a team, combined with the festive atmosphere, will be so rewarding!
Seasonal sweets that stand out
An important part of the festive atmosphere are the seasonal sweets. Apart from their delicious taste, they are also an excellent addition to the Christmas decoration, as they complement the festive look in the living room. Traditional sweets, like ‘melomakarona’, ‘kourampiedes’, ‘diples’, but also international sweets, such as panettone, pandoro or British mince pies, will give a different taste to the Christmas setting of your place!
Plus Tip: Lay your favorite tablecloth, choose a beautiful platter for the dessert you prepared and place some decorative tree branches or some of your favorite Christmas balls next to it.
The joy of improvisation
Every year, at this time of year, the festive mood is combined with inspiration and creativity. There is no room for rules and obligations. Express yourself freely as your personal taste dictates. If you love books, for example, you can create your own book tree! If you prefer something more minimal, you can choose some mistletoe branches or a decorative pomegranate. Act on what makes you feel best and release your most creative self!
Plus Tip: If you want your DIY Christmas decorations to be environmentally friendly, it's best to choose recyclable materials such as wood or aluminium.
