25 Christmas decoration ideas

Looking to decorate your home with originality and flair for Christmas? We’ve handpicked 25 Christmas decorations ideas to inspire you. Some require a bit of DIY while others simply require installation.

DIY Christmas decorations for the home

1.  A Christmas ornament with a personal touch.

2.  A cardboard cone and some wool can make the cutest Christmas trees!

3.  A beautiful reindeer made of wood or thick cardboard.

4.  A candle ringed by cinnamon sticks.

5.  A Christmas felt ornament.

6.  Branches and other natural elements made into a tree.

7.  These wool-covered Christmas ornaments are less fragile and more original than the ones you buy in store!

8.  Wood rounds with engravings or drawings.

9.  A paper Christmas tree.

10.  Floral lanterns.

11.  Original napkins.

12.  A Christmas garland with paper trees and pinecones.

13.  Simple pieces of painted cardboard form a lovely garland of small houses.

14.  If you like a challenge, try creating a small Christmas village with cut cardboard and interior LED lighting.

15.  A handmade advent calendar.

Outdoor Christmas decorations

16.  The classic Christmas wreath.

17.  A Christmas tree made of twigs for the balcony or garden.

18.  An ice lantern featuring cedar and berries.

19.  Garlands around the door to create a beautiful welcome for guests.

20.  Snowflakes made from wood clothes pegs.

21.  Fun and easy-to-make elves or Christmas gnomes. You can also dress up your conifer branches for a fun look!

22.  Old ice skates look great hanging from a door.

23.  Try this off-the-wall character! 

24.  A rocking chair as the centrepiece of a rustic scene.

25.  A snowman doing acrobatics.

For other decor ideas to add some Christmas magic, check out our article How to make outdoor Christmas decorations.

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See also:

How to make outdoor Christmas decorations

Integrate rustic elements in your interior decoration for a warm look

5 trendy lighting ideas for a warm, welcoming dining room