Love minimal Christmas decor but not sure where to look? Here’s a round-up to get you started!
We’ve not even had Halloween yet, but I’m already so excited for Christmas, and I can’t get enough of the minimal and scandi style decorations that are popping up in the shops now. I don’t know if it’s because Christmas last year was a bit of a non-event (thanks COVID), but I’ve already started planning, crafting and am desperate to start decorating. Every year, we buy a few more items and this year I’ve been looking to buy or re-create some of the more minimal items that I’ve come across on my online travels. If like me you love decor, the scandi style, and decorating for Christmas, then this post is for you. I’ve brought together all the bits and pieces that I’ve been admiring, found some alternatives to buy or craft, and included all the links. Enjoy!
How lovely are these Fir-tree Shaped Candles by H&M Home? They come in dark green or white, but unfortunately it looks like they’re all sold out at the moment. You can add your email to be notified when they’re back in stock, or if you just can’t wait, I found these glittery versions at the Range and these dark green snowy versions on Amazon. Alternatively, why not have a go at making them yourself - all you’ll need is some old candle wax, wicks and a fir-tree shaped mould!
These brass Christmas tree ornaments from H&M Home add such a lovely touch of warmth. I’m all about mixing white, green and metals this year, and although these are again sold out at the moment, you can make your own version using card and spray paint by following this tutorial, or keep an eye out over the coming weeks for the tutorial on how to make a more rustic version using cardboard, clay and paint.
Paper star lanterns are hugely popular in scandinavian countries at this time of year - who are of course the masters of minimal decor - and they’re just so simple and beautiful. Fortunately for us, it’s pretty easy to get your hands on them these days, and I love the variety of sizes, designs and styles that are available on Nordic Nest. This dot advent star is one of my favourites but if you’re looking for cheaper alternatives, you can find a pack of 5 hanging paper stars over on Amazon, this trio of paper star lanterns on Lights4Fun (which handily also includes micro lights) or this gorgeous star-patterned star lantern on Dunelm for a fraction of the cost. It needs no mention, but there is of course also the classic Strala lightshade from Ikea.
Whilst we’re on lights, I couldn’t not include these star window lights from Lights4Fun. They have different colour options for the wire, they come as a bundle and they’re battery operated. What better way to jazz up your windows without going overboard! For almost half the price, these star window lights from Amazon are a steal, and Dunelm are channelling a similar concept at a fraction of the price with these light up hanging decorations.
Wreaths are an absolute essential at Christmas, and this year I’m seeing so many interesting and minimal designs. This eucalyptus half wreath from Lights4Fun (they’re nailing it this year!) is beautiful. If I wasn’t saving for a wedding, I’d have a couple of these. As I am, I’ve opted myself for this purse friendlier option from Dunelm. It doesn’t have lights, but with microlights just a few pounds to add yourself, it’s an easy and cheap problem to remedy.
Adding some festive cushion covers are another great way to bring the Christmas spirit into your home decor. I feel like it doesn’t take much for a festive cushion to become tacky, and so picking those with a simple design in a monochrome or neutral colours is a great way to keep them chic. H&M Home have some covers that are treading this fine line perfectly; my favourites being this woodland scene cushion cover in black and beige, and this Christmas tree-patterned canvas cushion cover. This gran patterned cushion from Nordic Nest is also lovely, and if you fancy having a go at crafting your own like this, you can find the tutorial for this easy Christmas tree stamped cushion cover here.
Finally, what’s Christmas without a tree covered in ornaments? I came across so many that I loved, however Dunelm have some absolute crackers this year, and even better they’re eco-friendly. I’m really appreciating the paper-based ornaments this year, like these bronze honeycomb and tasselled ornaments. H&M Home have these fabulous green cardboard tree ornaments, whilst West Elm have these accordion paper trees that you can stand on the mantle. Alternatively, you can find these more affordable honeycomb paper trees on Amazon.
How will you be decorating this year?
