One of the best parts of homeownership? You have more space for Christmas decor. (Yes, there are many more benefits, of course, but we’re feeling festive and super excited for the season.)
A few creative touches can transform your home into a winter wonderland. Check out these six unique Christmas decor ideas to inspire your holiday season:
1. Festive Floating Shelves
You don’t have to worry about making holes in the wall anymore (unlike renters), so this is your chance to go crazy with your tool kit. Install floating shelves and decorate them with ornaments, mini wreaths, or twinkling lights. It’s a simple way to add sparkle without taking up floor space.
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2. DIY Snow Globes
Bring a bit of winter magic to your windows! Fill clear ornaments with fake snow, glitter, or tiny figurines, then hang them in the windows for a whimsical display that can be admired from both inside and outside.
Check out these DIY snow globes you can make in under 10 minutes.
3. Homemade Ceiling or Doorway Snowflakes
What if every room could feel like you’re walking into a winter wonderland? Now you can.
We love these DIY snowflakes using Q-Tips, glue, and beads. Or you can always do the classic paper cut-out snowflakes. Here’s a pattern cheat sheet for reference.
If you’ve filled up your doorways and have extra snowflakes, you can always hang them on the windows so all of your neighbors can see that you are really excited for Christmas and care about the season so much that you did a DIY project. That’ll show them. (DRC ATL is not responsible for any complaints or jealousy that arise.)
4. DIY Ornaments With a Personal Touch
Both adults and kids will have a fun time making their own Christmas ornaments. Whether it’s painting wood slices or going the salt dough route, this would be great for a date night or family crafting time.
Need inspiration? We’ve got you.
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5. Smaller Christmas Trees in Each Room
On top of a big main tree in the living room, we recommend putting smaller Christmas trees in each room⎯particularly for the bedrooms. This is especially fun if you have kids! They can help pick out their favorite theme or color of tree, and will feel so special having their own tree in their room. Besides, it helps with the sky getting dark earlier and makes falling asleep so much more magical.
6. Hanging Ornament Displays
Think outside the box when it comes to displaying ornaments. For example, this one uses an ornate picture frame as the backdrop, making it look super elegant and classy. You can also use a curtain rod as the base for a beautiful entryway garland. These extra touches add a ton of dimension and whimsy to your decor.
Looking for an extra modern display? Consider a cute ladder with stockings and fairy lights!
Save On Your New Home in Metro Atlanta This Holiday Season
Dreaming of a White Christmas and a brand-new home to call your own? We’ve got amazing neighborhoods around the Atlanta area that offer some of the best seasonal savings. Take a look at our communities and find your dream home today; we’d love to be a part of your journey.
