As November comes to an end and December begins, we all get excited for Christmas. We start spending time thinking about how we will decorate our house and office this year, what dresses we will wear, and what gifts we will buy for our loved ones. While everything else can be easily managed, decorating and prepping our home for Christmas remains a big task that needs some meticulous planning and preparation.
Here at Argan Design, we have got you covered. Continue reading for some ideas and hacks to help you plan your Christmas décor in a few simple steps.
The First Thing on Your Mind Should Be Colors
When Team Argan works on a design project, color is usually the first thing we work on. Be it designing a room, a party, or simply a coffee table top, choosing a color palette is the first thing that we work on.
When it comes to decorating your home for Christmas, the color of your décor and the Christmas tree should go hand in hand. You can stay open for inspiration from various channels for your Christmas decorating ideas. Don’t let any particular colors or vibes limit you from taking a risk and experimenting.
You don’t have to stick to a traditional red and green color palette just because it’s Christmas; you can experiment and choose a color theme that suits your mood and tastes. For example, last year, team Argan chose a gradient color theme with rainbow colors in mind for Christmas décor in one of our clients’ holiday homes.
Similarly, nothing should stop you from sticking to the classic gold, red, and green shades as you decorate your home. If you choose a green color palette, for example, you can bring in some nice green velvet chairs or some super soft, cuddly green cushions in your living room. Complement it with accent pieces of red or gold, and you will amp up your space for Christmas.
The Next Step Is Picking a Theme
Once you decide on a color palette, the next thing you can do is select a theme for your Christmas home décor. Although we suggest that you don’t focus too much on a theme, loosely selecting one can go a long way in making your Christmas home décor perfect.
You can go with a theme such as emerald green, inspired by the Emerald City in the magical city of Oz. Your décor doesn’t need to resemble the city exactly, but you can use it as inspiration.
Having a theme allows you to avoid distractions and focus on completing your décor in a reasonable amount of time. Selecting a décor theme for your holiday is one of the most underrated Christmas decorating tips and tricks that have been lying around.
Use Your Previous Décor as Inspiration
As we begin Christmas decorating, one thing that ticks our minds is the past year’s decorations that have been lying unused. You can pretty much use your past year’s decorations in creative and interesting ways. Using old décor is one of the best and most sustainable ways to plan your Christmas.
For example, if you used a green theme in your previous year’s décor, you can give it a new lease of life by either putting red bows on the chairs or by changing the chair covers to something interesting that matches the color theme of your current year’s décor. The same thing can be done with Christmas tree ornaments. You can even involve your kids in converting the previous year’s ornaments to the current year’s theme and have a fun family time. If you feel stuck or out of ideas, you can always contact the team at Argan Design in Roseville and have a lovely time decorating your home for Christmas with us.
Co-ordinate Your Wrapping Paper
Choosing a theme first allows you to match your wrapping paper to the rest of your home’s color scheme. Of course, it may sound like too much to coordinate your wrapping paper with the rest of the décor. But trust us, Christmas is the time when all of our families gather, we give each other gifts, and we click a lot of pictures.
When you place nicely wrapped gifts under the Christmas tree that has been color coordinated, it makes your space look polished and aesthetically pleasing. With such little attention to detail, you can make your Christmas décor and holiday pictures stand out from the rest. This is yet another highly underrated Christmas decorating idea that everyone must use.
Use Hand Made Gift Tags
By “hand-made,” we mean making gift tags on your own. Of course, you can buy handmade ones from the Christmas market if you are short on time, but when you give personal touches to your gifts, they become extra special and memorable. You can even use printable hand tags that are available on the internet.
Take Inventory of Your Décor Items
Organizing goes a long way in making tasks simpler and easier, and similarly, taking inventory of your holiday décor helps you decorate for the holidays without any fuss. If you are someone who loves string decorations and Christmas ornaments, then organize them by labeling them and making an inventory.
After you make an inventory list, you can store the things you want to keep and donate or get rid of the things you don’t want to keep. By doing this, you will not get overwhelmed with your Christmas decorations.
Don’t Think Too Much Just Start with Decorations
Often, we tend to complicate things too much and end up procrastinating until the next day, week, and sometimes even the night before Christmas. Decorating for Christmas should be a fun activity that you can enjoy with your loved ones. So this time, rather than complicating things, just begin with something rather than nothing. If you don’t like your décor, you can always change it; starting is important.
Decorating Your Christmas Tree
Similar to the rest of your home, you can pick a color theme for your tree as well. Sticking to one color, such as gold or grey, can add a nice touch of minimalism to your tree. But you don’t always have to stick to trends or set aesthetics for your holiday décor. You can stick to a single-color theme or choose multiple colors. Once you decide on a theme, check your inventory, pick your ornaments and decorations, and begin decorating your tree.
Christmas Home Décor Final Notes
You don’t need to paint your walls or change your entire furniture to match the holiday theme each year. You can buy accessories like cushions, throws, pillows, candles, and rugs that can set your home for the holidays. If you have an heirloom ornament or piece of Christmas décor that doesn’t match the rest of your home’s theme, use it, treasure it, and enjoy the holidays. The above blog is just an inspiration; you must always do what works for you. You can always contact the team at Argan Design to have a wonderful space done for you if you want to add special touches to your Christmas decoration.
