Get ready to decorate your house from top to bottom this holiday season. Retailers are in full force with Christmas items that will help you transform your home into a festive place to celebrate. There are plenty of decoration options sold at a variety of price points. Not only that, but there are variations on classic pieces that will make it easy to find decor in your desired aesthetic. An online search will quickly show you the many types of decor out there.
Along with some design ideas, we’ve also found some must-have decor items to get your home into the holiday spirit. Be sure to search online for more decorating options and design inspiration.
Decorative Garland
You can put garland anywhere in the house to instantly achieve holiday elegance. The long green decor can be wrapped around bannisters, placed on mantles, hung around doors, and literally anywhere else you think it would look good. Upgrade your garland with some decorative features such as twinkly lights or bows.
Our Favorite Decorative Garland:
- National Tree Company Pre-Lit Artificial Christmas Garland with Decorations ($33.94 from Amazon)
- Faux Pine Garland with Ornaments ($37.99 from Wayfair)
- Flocked Farsier Fir LED Pre-Lit Garland with Timer ($49.98 from Home Depot)
Christmas Trees
While it’s traditional to have one Christmas tree at home, you should also feel free to have more than one. Retailers sell trees in all shapes and sizes. This gives you the option of introducing more greenery around the house. Buy a small tree to place at your front door, or a mini tree that can be placed on a tabletop. You could also go for a quirkier option and check out the dwindled-down Charlie Brown Christmas tree with a blanket wrapped around it.
Our Favorite Trees:
- Charlie Brown Christmas Tree with Blanket, 24-inches tall ($21.50 from Amazon)
- Green Fir Artificial Tree with 50 Warm Lights, 3.5-feet-tall ($47.99 from Wayfair)
- Holiday Time Fiber Optic Conford Christmas Tree, 32-inches tall ($16 from Walmart)
Ornaments
Besides hanging them on a tree, there are endless ways you implement ornaments into your Christmas decor. Add some ornaments to your garland, fill up a clear vase with colorful ornaments, or hang them on a string of indoor lights. You can even give your outdoor trees some love by hanging large ornaments that light up in the night. Plus, there are so many shatterproof options available that you won’t have to worry about breaking.
Our Favorite Ornaments:
- Extra Large Silver Christmas Ball Ornaments ($29.99 from Amazon)
- Light Up Pastel Gingerbread House Ornament ($26.97 from Christmas in Prescott)
- 19 Shatterproof Ornament-Holly Bell Ornaments ($24.98 from Home Depot)
Wreaths
Whether you’re looking for artificial or live wreaths, this decor item is the easiest way to jazz up any door. There are different styles of wreaths that can work for different parts of the home such as the window, next to the mantle, or even on the wall. Whether it be a skinny modern wreath, one that lights up, or even a colorful wreath, there are lots of options to consider.
Our Favorite Wreaths:
- Cedar Wreaths ($49.95 to $149 from CB2)
- 24-inch Balsam Fir Classic Fresh Wreath ($26.98 from Home Depot)
- 30-inch Pre-Lit Outdoor Artificial Christmas Wreath with White Warm LED Lights ($69.98 from Lowes)
Stockings
One of the oldest holiday traditions is hanging up stockings by the mantle, but there are more places to put them too. Consider hanging them on the staircase alongside garland, in the window, or even on a decorative ladder leaned up against the wall. There are also styles allowing you to customize your stockings with names.
Our Favorite Stockings:
- 38-inch Jumbo Felt Christmas Stocking Party Decoration ($11.95 from Amazon)
- Mini Buffalo Plaid Christmas Stocking ($5 from Target)
- Holiday Time Red Velvet Snowflake Quilt Stocking Set of Three ($14.03 from Walmart)
Candles
Another way to set the mood this holiday season is with candles. While there are tons of scents you can light up, there are also different styles of candles that can make an impact with your decor. You can go for traditional candles, or opt for a battery operated light that will provide the same flickering effect.
Our Favorite Candles:
- Three Piece Artificial and Bow Unscented Flameless Candle Set ($49.99 from Wayfair)
- Set of Five Gold Mercury Glass Style Flameless Christmas Candle Lights ($91.99 from Christmas Central)
- Tis the Season Three-Wick Candle ($24.50 from Bath & Body Works)
Search For More Christmas Decorations Online
There’s no easier way to shop for Christmas decorations than online. This allows you to discover hundreds of items from different retailers all at once. You can compare styles, quality, price points, and even take advantage of online sales that pop up. Plus, everything can be conveniently delivered straight to your home.