The holidays are here, and if you are short on time, we have some quick and easy Christmas decorating ideas to help you give your home the festive makeover it deserves. There are countless ways to plan your holiday decorating scheme without spending hours prepping. A lot of people have so much on their plates at this time of the year, and to add Christmas decorating to their list seems like a daunting task.
If this is you, don’t panic, we are here to help you with some ideas to spruce up your home with minimal effort. Sometimes all it takes is a simple tree with a few decorations to add that festive touch, or a tray with a couple of charming pieces of decor on your kitchen countertop, island, or living room coffee table. You may wish just to add a wreath and a mat at your doorway. There are countless ideas, and we have collected a few to share with you below. So grab a hot cocoa and let’s begin!
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1. Add a Tray to Your Coffee Table.
Cozy layers around a simple table can instantly warm the whole room. Stack a tray, a candle, and one natural element, such as pinecones or branches, in a vase, to keep it balanced. (via Rustic Tuesday / Facebook)
2. Christmas Corner Magic.
Decorate a corner in your kitchen by sprinkling in a little Christmas magic. This cozy corner features festive touches, including greenery, velvet ribbon, and a few berries. Sometimes, it’s the simplest details that make your home feel joyful and full of holiday cheer. TIP: Visit your local arts and crafts supply store (Michael’s) or a Dollar Tree store for these items, or shop online and have them delivered to your door! (via @mydreamcolonial_farmhouse / Instagram)
3. Make a Holiday Tray Moment.
You can add a tray anywhere in your home for a touch of Christmas magic. When decorating your tray, keep it simple. Pick a theme; this one is a winter wonderland scheme, and use groups of odd numbers, “3 elements”, and/or a candle (tree, deer, accent trees). Be sure to use variations in height for visual interest and balance. This one uses a triangle formation. TIP: Add a holiday-scented candle to your tray to instantly create a cheerful Christmas atmosphere and fill your home with a wonderful holiday fragrance. (via @laurscardina / Instagram)
4. Vase Filled With Pine Branches.
This simple yet beautiful look features a vase filled with pine branches, faux berries, and pinecones, and finished with a red ribbon. This can be placed on a small table or anywhere in your home for a festive touch. Notice behind the vase, there is a pine bough garland and a wreath hung on a mirror, another simple touch for some holiday cheer. The wreath can be hung with ribbon or a wreath hanger, or you can get mini wreaths with a built-in hanger from @kirklands, one of our favorites! (via @pacountryhome / Instagram)
5. Candle Clusters.
Group candles of varying heights on coffee tables, shelves, or mantels. Compliment the candles with greenery, pinecones, or a vase of flowers to create a cozy, festive vibe. (via Shannon Evelyn / Facebook)
6. A Christmas Village Vignette.
To bring the magic of the season into your home, there is nothing better than this delicate and cozy winter village, with little houses in shades of white and gold over a sea of fluffy snow. Display your Christmas village on a tray. If they are battery-operated, you can put them on a rotating tray to admire the houses from every angle. TIP: You can find Christmas lit ceramic houses at Target Dollar Spot. (via @detalhesamesa_alyne / Instagram)
7. Dining Table Christmas Centerpiece.
For a simple table display, lay a table runner (this one is from IKEA) down the center of your table and layer a wooden tray on top (this one was thrifted from Savers). Decorate the tray with metal trees (from the Dollar Tree), candles (from Pop Shelf), and real or faux pine branches, pine cones, and dried orange slices. The deer candle holders were sourced from Hobby Lobby. This is perfect for both everyday holiday decor and special holiday dinners. (via @joyfullydwell / Instagram)
8. Brass Candlestick Display.
If you have some brass candlesticks lying around, this would be the perfect, simple holiday decor to add to any room in your home. This beautiful vignette in a guest bedroom features a collection of brass candleholders set atop a stack of vintage books. Frosted white mini bottle brush trees and some faux snow add the finishing touch. (via @makinghomematter / Instagram)
9. Small Christmas Tree.
Place a small, pre-lit Christmas tree in a pot that you do not need to decorate, and accent your Christmas front porch. This subtle touch will add some holiday cheer to your home without taking up too much space and is quick and simple. TIP: A flocked tree or a tree pre-decorated with berries, pinecones, or red bows is the perfect tree to leave bare yet still make a statement, creating cozy warmth in your home. (via @prettyhome_with_clausi / Instagram)
10. DIY Ornament Tray.
Fill a decorative tray with ornaments, mercury candles, pine boughs, and a mini tree to add instant color and festive charm to any tabletop or countertop. This will make the perfect vignette for holiday parties! (via @pacountryhome / Instagram)
11. Style Your Coffee Table.
This beautifully styled centerpiece features a tray from @target, candles from @southernpeachcandleco, and a wall plaque from @kirklands. It’s a simple way to add a little Christmas to your home, and it can be moved to another area if needed. (via @mysouthern_farmhouse / Instagram).
12. Holiday Wall Art
Swap your regular wall art for festive quotes, holiday prints, or simple DIY paper crafts. This gives your walls a seasonal update without a major overhaul. The wall art in this dining room space is from @ohsweetskye. The candles on the @decorsteals faux fireplace mantel are from @hobbylobby. The greenery behind the candles on the mantle is from Michael’s, and it comes as a big stem and was cut apart. The wreath is from @amazonhome. (via @blessed_ranch)
13. Hot Cocoa Drinking Station.
Create a dedicated area for hot cocoa with mugs, marshmallows, and toppings. This functional decor idea also adds warmth and charm. This is the perfect addition to your home if you are entertaining, and it can be placed on your kitchen countertop, island, or on a buffet in your dining room. (via @cherished_treasures_ / Instagram)
14. DIY Snowy Mason Jars.
These DIY snowy mason jars are made with glitter, Epsom salt, Mod Podge, sealer spray, greenery/berries, and twine. They are the perfect craft to display all winter long. These mason jar luminaries are a great holiday project. These make charming decor pieces for tables, shelves, or windowsills and can be crafted in 15 minutes! (via @one_little_project / Instagram)
15. Stockings Hanging From The Staircase.
Deck your staircase with lighted garland and hang a trio of knitted stockings filled with faux cranberry picks and mini bells, each secured with a mini red bow. A simple yet elegant touch for your holiday-decorated home. (via @pacountryhome / Instagram)
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