Decking the Halls: Christmas Home Decor Ideas for a Cozy Holiday Season
- theeverydaymaximal
- Dec 12, 2023
- 2 min read
Christmas home decor ideas for a cozy season
Christmas holds a special place in my heart as it is my favorite time of the year! I tend to start setting up my Christmas decor around the house right after Thanksgiving to get the most enjoyment out of the festive decor additions throughout the weeks leading up to Christmas.
This year, I wanted to bring the Christmas spirit around my home with warm tones, plenty of garland, bows, and wreaths. You can find below some decor ideas that are hopefully inspiring as you decorate for this beautiful holiday season:
A festive mantle
I opted for a couple of different strands of garland to mix the greenery textures on our mantle (this one is also a natural-looking garland option I love). To give the garland some light, I added three strands of twinkle lights (which you can find at any home goods or home improvement store).
After I swagged the garland, I added some traditional-looking stockings and gold bells. I also changed out our Frame TV artwork to a beautiful European winter print I bought on Etsy.
Holiday accents around the home
To sprinkle Christmas around the house, I added some green and gold garland to our antique credenza and surrounded the nativity scene with silver Christmas trees.
Throughout our home I placed some green wreaths in focal point areas like on the bookshelves and on mirrors. To add some traditional charm, I placed velvet ribbon bows on the wreaths.
I am a believer that you can never have too many Christmas trees around the home at this time of year, so I placed gold, copper, and silver ones in each room (like these). I found that Homegoods had some of the best eclectic options!
A Winter Wonderland tablescape
I think my favorite space to decorate for the holidays is our dining room. We placed our Christmas tree near the dining table, and I love how its lights reflect on our antique china cabinet's glass door.
For the tablescape inspiration, I wanted to create a maximalist Christmas tree forest scene with golds, champagnes, and silvers. I added these small branches to each place setting under the napkin ring. To make the table warmer (and not too "icey"), I styled the table with amber glass goblets. I ventured to Hobby Lobby to grab various forms of winter branches to bring natural accents to the table.
Whimsical accents
A few other pieces around my home that I think made some rooms feel "magical" include:
I hope some of these ideas and photos of my home get you excited for the Christmas season as you decorate your home!
If you are on the lookout for home decor gift ideas, I have a blog post on gift ideas available for you as well! Additionally, for your hosting needs, I have put together a rundown of what wines pair well with holiday feasts. As always, I encourage you to follow along on Instagram via @theeverydaymaximalist.
Wishing you a very Merry Christmas!
Travel often, sip tastefully, and live purposefully,
Cassie Ann
Creating the right ambiance with festive decor instantly uplifts your home and adds a warm celebratory vibe. Festivity is all about togetherness, joy, and happiness, so using fairy lights, candles, and festive nightlights can transform your space into something magical. Accents like Victorian lamps or a hammered vase add elegance and drama, making any corner feel special. Instead of cluttering with small pieces, focus on bold, statement accessories that stand out. During monsoons, keep furniture away from walls and ensure proper ventilation to protect interiors. With thoughtful festive decor, your home will feel inviting, cheerful, and ready for every celebration.