Quick and Easy Holiday Décor

By Nicole Powell

The holidays are about family, friends, traditions, and making lasting memories. This time of year should be stress free and enjoyable, so we’ve put together a list of quick and easy holiday decorating tips for any style or budget.

The Power of Theme

You might be fond of Santa figures, snowmen, or angels. You may even want to adorn your home using a color theme, such as red and gold or black and white. Either way, you’ll likely gravitate toward decorations in your chosen theme. Tip: Collections create more interest when arranged together to provide a focal point that may be lost if separated.

Repeat, Repeat, Repeat

Add consistency throughout your holiday décor by repeating colors, themes, and decorating elements within the home. If your choice is red and gold, for example, use red and gold on your front-door wreath, on your stairway garland, on your Christmas tree, and in your tabletop centerpiece. Tip: Purchase easily interchangeable items such as pillows, florals, table linens, and candles in your chosen color to use year-round.

Vary the Proportion

Vary the size of the elements you use in the décor. For example, decorate your tree with a mix of small, medium, and larger ornaments. Or, pair candlesticks in varying heights and widths for more interest. You can even mix light sizes on the tree; as long as they coordinate with your color scheme, the possibilities are endless. Tip: Use books, boxes, or pedestals to make items appear taller or to give them added height.

Don’t Forget Texture

Remember to mix textures in your holiday displays. Use matte as well as shiny glass ornaments in your tree or wreath. Add in sparkling crystal, glittering garlands, fragrant holiday candles, snow-covered pinecones, or any other elements that will contribute to your theme and color scheme. Tip: Bowls filled with fruit and other decorative items can be easily changed according to the holiday or season.