by Angela V It’s that time of year again—when Mariah takes over the airwaves, peppermint mocha is practically a food group, and your home becomes a glitter explosion of holiday cheer.
It is MY favourite time of the year, and I love decorating our home. I start early every year!
If you’re ready to make your space the coziest, most festive spot on the block, I’ve got the ultimate guide to must-have Christmas decorations.
Let’s deck the halls!
1. Get a Tree That Will Bring Joy.
Your tree is the heart of your holiday decor, so make it shine.
- Go themed or go home: Whether chic Scandi vibes or over-the-top rainbow glam, pick a theme and run with it. You don’t have to stay traditional! Pick what you love.
- Add the personal touch: Ornaments from family trips, DIY crafts, or those classic kid-made popsicle stick stars? Yes, please! I love personalizing our tree with mementos and special memories.
Pro Tip: If you go with a real tree, snag a stand with a water reservoir—less needle drama, more Christmas joy.
2. Lights, Lights, Baby
Twinkling lights are the MVP of Christmas decor. Wrap them around everything! The more the merrier!
- Fairy light vibes: Drape them over your bed, mirrors, or even random plants. Outdoor on trees as well!!
- Statement lights: Oversized stars, snowflakes, or those fun retro bulbs add instant drama.
Solar-powered or battery-powered for the win: No cords. No chaos. Just vibes. We have outdoor solar-powered lights that we love!
3. Front Door Goals
Let your wreath do the talking—Merry Christmas, we’re so festive!
- Rustic charm: Fresh greenery, berries, and pinecones for that forest fairycore look.
- Bold and bougie: Gold and silver accents with built-in lights for a little bling.
- Extras: O.k to be extra when decorating for the holidays. Get a cute doormat and front door decor.
4. Snuggle-Up Textiles
It’s time to swap out the boring pillows and throws for holiday-approved fluffiness.
- Plaid everything: It’s cozy. It’s classic. It looks like it smells like cinnamon. No?
- Seasonal sass: Toss in pillows with cheeky phrases like “Resting Grinch Face” or “Merry Xmas Ya Filthy Animal” Seriously fun!
5. Stockings That Slap
Stockings aren’t just for candy—they’re pure decor gold.
- Fancy vibes: Go monogrammed or velvet for an upscale feel.
- DIY chic: Grab some plain ones and bedazzle away. The kids (or your inner kid) will love it. Great craft day idea.
Oh, and don’t sleep on cute stocking holders—Santa deserves to see some effort.
6. Next-Level Dining Table
Whether it’s Christmas breakfast or a feast fit for royalty, your table deserves a glow-up.
- Layer like a pro: Tablecloth + runner + festive plates = instant cozy.
- Centerpiece flex: A few candles, a garland, and maybe some fake snow for good measure.
Bonus points if your napkins match your vibe. Fancy!
7. Outdoor Glow-Up
Don’t let your neighbors outshine you—literally.
- Lawn legends: Reindeer, inflatable snowmen, or even a mildly excessive Santa sleigh.
- Windows, too: Battery-operated candles or twinkly stars to spread cheer inside and out.
8. Advent Calendar Coolness
Countdown to Christmas = 10x more fun with an advent calendar.
- Kid-approved: Tiny toys, chocolates, or stickers. We got them all!
- Grown-up perks: Wine or skincare advent calendars because #treatyourself.
9. Smells Like Christmas Spirit
Holiday vibes aren’t just about how your place looks—it’s about how it smells.
- Baking for days: Fresh baked cookie scent is a must.
- Simmer pots: Toss some orange slices, cloves, and cinnamon sticks in a pot, and let your house smell like Christmas magic.
10. Build a Christmas Village
Tiny houses? Adorable trees? Tiny snowmen? OK, where do we sign up?
- Classic vibes: Keep it simple with a snowy white village.
- Kid-friendly: Add little figurines they can move around (or get accidentally knocked over by the dog and the kids).
Go Big or Go Ho-Ho-Home
Whether you’re about keeping it chic or letting the glitter chaos reign, Christmas decorating is your time to shine. So, put on your coziest PJs, blast the holiday playlist, and get to work.
Your space is about to become the merriest, jolliest spot in town.
What’s your go-to decoration every year?
Share your holiday inspo below! Do you go to Pinterest, social media, magazines?
12 Comments on “Must-Have Christmas Decorations to Transform Your Home”
I love Christmassy throws and pillows!
My theme this year is random, as grandson and I will make random ornaments, we’ll buy random decor items and we’ll decorate our cookies in random patterns…we discussed it all today, he’s 3 lol. 🙂
Beautiful Chfristmas decor ideas!
Everything looks great, thanks for sharing.
You’ve covered everything, love it!
Lots of great ideas. Thanks!
eeee my favorite time of year. i love spraying my cranberry cinnamon spray every day
I am loving these ideas. I definitely want a pillow saying Merry Christmas ya filthy animal.
I’ve downsized my Christmas decorations. Still doing the lights and village. My tree is small and will sit on a table.
Our Christmas decorations are a mixture of homemade from the kids and some I have bought and some are gifts.
Ooo I love the bright colours but sometimes the whites and golds are where it’s at
My theme this year is random, as grandson and I will make random ornaments, we’ll buy random decor items and we’ll decorate our cookies in random patterns…we discussed it all today, he’s 3 lol.