Christmas is a time for being creative and festive decor is packed with unlimited design potential.
To help kick-start your inspiration, feast your eyes on these divine Christmas decorating ideas for spaces big and small. Whether you’re looking for budget ideas or on-trend ideas for Christmas 2020, we’ve got lots of ideas for doing things a bit differently this year.
Christmas 2020 on a budget
Create a bauble display
Baubles don’t only have to be for Christmas trees! If you have leftover tree decorations, why not find and decorate a branch or large twig to add colour and festivity to a plain wall, using twine to suspend the twig from an existing picture hook, or fill an empty vase?
Make your own wreath from foraged foliage
Forage for holly, pinecones, herbs, sprigs and twigs and twist them into a wreath for a cost-effective way to dress a front door in style.
Plant a seasonal hanging basket
A hanging basket with winter foliage will look great on the exterior of your home, for Christmas and beyond.
Dress the table with handmade crackers
Handmake your crackers, place settings and table décor to make guests feel extra welcome. Place a treat inside a cardboard roll, wrap crepe paper or fabric around, then tie the ends with ribbon, for a handmade cracker. Try personalising as well them by writing your own jokes inside!
Make your own gift wrap
Hand-printed gift wrap adds charm to your gifts. Use pre-made Christmassy stamps from craft shops or slice a large potato in half and carefully create your own festive design.
Make decorations from dried fruit
Clementines are a Christmas classic, thanks to their seasonal scent. Dry them in the oven, thread a loop of string through the top and attach to the tree or a homemade wreath, to add a splash of colour and smell.
Bake treats
It’s acceptable at Christmas to eat your decorations! Gingerbread houses on tabletops, candy canes on trees and iced biscuits as place settings are all cost-effective ways to decorate your home.
Christmas trends 2020
If you’re looking to refresh your Christmas decor for 2020, we’ve got the latest trends for dressing the tree with a few special new pieces.
Eclectic Opulence
This sophisticated look uses peacock colours, with accents in gold and hints of teal. Look for contemporary finishes, such as ombre and oil slick. This trend is both opulent and luxurious and its warmth is perfect for those cosy nights spent beside the fire.
Snowy Woodland Retreat
Think winter wildlife nestled in soft eucalyptus-green accents and use natural textures like wood, rattan and wool. Dress the tree wooden decorations and woodland creatures. Blond and whitewashed woods compliment a colour palette of soft creams and greys.
Merry and Bright
Create your own rainbow tree with oversized statement baubles. Kitsch designs are everywhere with the injection of multicoloured and unlikely characters, inspiring happiness and joy. This playful trend is a great way to add warmth and happiness to our homes. Plus the kids will love it!
Heavenly Renaissance
Layer antique golds with vintage-inspired designs, as well as celestial symbols and decorations. Use velvet to and a dusting of glitter for this ultra-luxe theme.
Ice-Cool Pastels
A mix of sparkle and shimmer, this trend uses ice-cool pastel tones to create a calming yet captivating look. Couple with fairy lights for a magical Christmas twinkle.
New Nostalgia
Continue the family traditions with Christmas decorations inspired by times gone by. Dress your home with spruce boughs, berry sprays, pinecones, tartan ribbons, knitted stockings and candles that give off that familiar Christmas scent.
