Indoor Christmas Decorations
The tree is the center of the home during the Christmas season, but that doesn't mean the rest of your house should be free of good cheer. Ribbons and wreaths, candles and crystal, there are ways for any home to deck the halls, boughs of holly optional. Well, you've come to the right place: we have tips for winter decorating as well as for a specifically Christmas-oriented decor.
Colors
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The easiest way to plan your decorations  is to pick a color scheme and use it in varying ways throughout your home. For example, if you decide on a green and gold theme, you can do one room mostly green with gold, another mostly gold with green, and others with varying amounts of either. You could search for lots of different objects in the same color, but if you find one you like, buy several! This will help spread the theme from room to room.
Another idea is to buy a number of rolls of ribbon in your designated color scheme, in varying widths. You can use these everywhere for a quick colorful accent--around the tree , over doors, tied as a bow as part of a centerpiece , and even as napkin rings on your dinner table. This is an understated, tasteful way to add a touch of the holiday to various areas in your home, without just sticking ceramic snowmen on the coffee table. |
The Front Door
While wreaths are the standard, there are a few other ways you can go about adding cheer to your front door, especially if you want to stand apart from the neighbors. Items like bells and large bows have the added benefit of not needing watering like plant-based decorations do.
Windows
Windows will need a wintey touch as well. Since you have curtains indoors, it's best to keep things simple here; a single candle or some garland can do wonders to add to the Christmas feeling of the room. Because of the added potential elemental exposure windows offer, artificial may be the way to go here.
On the Mantel
Just because Santa comes down the chimney doesn't mean you can ignore the mantel when decorating. You have a host of items to choose from: how about family portraits in a holiday frame? For those without a fireplace, consider using some of the options below on a shelf, entertainment unit, coffee table, or side table.
Around the House
A few yuletide accents around can make for a more lively season. You can't go wrong with the classics; floral arrangements, candles, and other natural touches will add a homey feel. Glass snowflakes, stars, and bows can likewise be used if rustic isn't your thing.
Edibles
As much as people complain about holiday weight gain, it just wouldn't be Christmas without the treats. Real cookies and candies can add a pleasant scent, though you should be sure to cover them and put them away at night to avoid spoilage. For a more sophisticated look, keep to warmer colors and minimal decorations on cookies.
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