Tips To Make Your Home Merry & Bright
If you’re hoping to transform your home into a festive wonderland, we have you covered! From cozy, candlelit corners to sparkling garlands and gorgeous pops of colour, get ready to sprinkle some holiday magic throughout every room. These easy and enjoyable decorating ideas will help you create a warm, inviting atmosphere that feels merry, bright, and beautifully personalised in no time.
Explore our 5 ways to make your home feel festive this holiday season.
Pick a theme
Selecting a theme for your decorations sets the mood and style for your space, making the decorating process more focused and enjoyable. Whether you opt for a classic red and green palette, a rustic woodland ambiance, or a modern minimalist vibe, the theme guides your choices, ensuring coherence and consistency in your décor. It allows for a more cohesive visual impact and reflects your personality, infusing the space with a unique expression of your style.
It’s important to keep your theme consistent from room to room too, where the styling tells a story from the moment you walk through the front door. To avoid overwhelming the space, pick your key colours and have that be your consistent flow.
Deck the halls, and everywhere else
The tree is the star of the show when it comes to holiday decorations. It’s where the magic begins! Deck it out with twinkling lights, cherished ornaments, and festive garlands to set the tone. Once the tree’s shining bright, it’s time to sprinkle that holiday spirit everywhere! Hang wreaths on doors, drape garlands over mantels, and scatter twinkling lights around the room, transforming your space into a cosy festive wonderland.
For an extra dose of enchantment, consider adding a second tree, maybe in an activity room or the kids’ bedroom, to amplify the festive magic and spread joy throughout your home. The beauty is in the little details, we love this image with battery-powered candle lights on the tree – it feels cozy and luxe.
DIY delights
Let your creative side shine by crafting your own holiday decorations! Dive into DIY projects to design handmade ornaments, personalise stockings with names, or craft festive centrepieces that reflect your unique style. Not only is it a fun family activity, but these homemade touches infuse your décor with a special charm that store-bought items simply can’t match. We love the use of filling a glass vase with your leftover ornaments, a cost-efficient but aesthetically pleasing way to inject that festive feel to your tables.
We also love using food as a creative way to make snacks and platters relevant to the festive season. You can get the kids involved and wow your neighbours with a fun themed platter – start building your Pinterest board for easy ideas!
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