How to decorate your house for Christmas
The holiday season is a time of joy and sharing with family and friends and what better way to welcome your guests than with a beautifully decorated interior.
Whatever your preference, Christmas is a time when you can decorate your home with joy and comfort.
Homemade decorations are another feature that evokes special moments. So how can you wish your interiors for Christmas? The rest of this article shows you the decorations that are suitable for each room and the type of decoration that would cheer you and your guests up.
Christmas decorations in the living room
Although the number of tasks associated with Christmas can sometimes be overwhelming, preparing your living room for Christmas can be a lot of fun. Often the Christmas tree is the main element of the living room during the Christmas period. This needs to be placed where it has impact, but is also convenient for the current main day opening. When considering your options, is it worth thinking about the furniture options you currently have? Is there enough seating for the entertainment you will have? Does he seem tired and not as smart and comfortable as before? Christmas is often an important time when these extra thoughts are deliberate and a great excuse to rethink your interior decor.
Modular furniture is a growing trend in interiors at the moment, and is a great idea for rooms that need more seating, for different needs. A large corner sofa, for example, is ideal for hosting many people and can be a better solution than a traditional 2 or 3 seater sofa. Footstools are another great addition for casual seating or can make fabulous side tables, when a tray is added, perfect for Christmas snacks and drinks.
Adding soft furnishings to your furniture can be a fun way to add color and festive cheer with a relatively small monetary outlay. Traditional reds and greens can make a cheerful impact with throws and pillows, and a simple upholstered sofa and chair work best to create the best backdrop for this look. For a touch of glamor and chic, classic golds, rose golds and creams will add further richness, while whites, grays and silvers will work well in more minimalist interiors.
Christmas tips for the dining room
When celebrating Christmas, it’s not just the Christmas table that needs to be planned. And the seats? Are there enough of them? Do your dining room chairs need updating? A comfortable upholstered dining chair could be just what you need, and what better reason to renovate your dining room than the holiday season for you, your family and your friends to enjoy.
Once you’ve got the basics sorted, look at how you’d like your dining room to be decorated for Christmas. It’s not just the Christmas table that needs attention, but also the lighting, door decorations and whether you’re looking to place a Christmas tree there.
What’s trending in Christmas decorating styles
It’s comforting to know that focusing on all the little details and elements that make Christmas truly magical matter so much more. The most important criterion for this year is to make your home as warm and uplifting as possible, focusing on simple comforts and family traditions. Below we detail the trends we see emerging for the upcoming holiday season.
Traditional
Typically Christmassy, so nostalgic colors like red, green and gold always make an impact. Traditions are called that for a reason, because they are popular and successful. Since unfortunately many more homes have lower income this year than other years, going back to basics is a great option. The reds stand out in contrast to the traditional green tree and the gold accents add the luxury evoked by Christmas. Any monetary spend on these colors and style will definitely be a great investment as it will never go out of style. Just like Chesterfield sofas, as popular today as when they were launched on the market. They have a reassuring sturdiness and feature the traditional buttoned back detail that is so familiar. Traditional Christmas colors work well with lighter fabric bases or darker-toned upholstery.
Vintage charm of the 1920s
Pearl, crystal and glass, it is perfect for the holiday season. This look can be as eclectic and wild as you want it to be. Colors tend to be more muted with soft pinks, creams, pale greens and classic metallics, such as gold, silver and rose gold. The strong yet simple shape of the sofas and chairs contrasted with the slim, elegant legs suits this look perfectly as it evokes this period of glamor and opulence.
Scandinavian
Traditional colors of red and green, but often with a fun twist. Add them to the fireplace, on the stairs or next to the Christmas tree – they are sure to bring a smile to the face of anyone, young or old. In recent years, the available colors have expanded to more monochromatic shades of white, black and silver. So it can work really well if you prefer a more subtle Christmas look with the perfect sofa.
Natural
Our love of nature and desire to connect with the outside world is a great excuse to decorate your home with rustic materials, foliage, and wildlife-inspired ornaments. Traditional poinsettia and holly and ivy wreaths are always popular, whether you fully immerse yourself in this nature-inspired theme or not. The growing trend of door wreaths is a trendy way to incorporate this trend into your home and is a must to post on your social media.
Jewels
For big, bold colors, why not try this theme. It’s luxurious, glamorous and screams decadence and opulence. For this palette, you’re looking for golds, deep blues, rich greens, bright pinks, and reds, and the more the colors clash, the better. Faceted mirror decorations and reflective metals will make this look shine and stand out. It will definitely brighten up any interior and make your space cheerful and fun. There are also some gorgeous jewel color options on the furniture that would make a stunning and perfect example for overnight guests.
Sustainable Christmas
For those on a limited budget or simply want to reduce their waste. Your home can be decorated with foliage from your garden or a kind neighbour’s, which can then be recycled in your garden waste when finished. You’re sure to find a place to find holly, ivy and pine cones, which can be shaped into wreaths and wreaths or arranged in vases and jugs around the house. Reuse preserved decorations from previous years and recycle them if necessary to revitalize them. Homemade decorations are always fun to make. For cheerful Christmas wreaths, why not reuse fabric from clothes and bedding that you no longer need. Old Christmas cards can be reused for decorations and gift tags.
In conclusion, there are several ways to decorate your home for Christmas. Whatever your plans and ideas for Christmas, we hope these tips can help you.