Yes, Christmas has come and gone, but don’t be sad - you can just decorate for winter! Put away the wrapping paper and the lights, it’s time to get cracking down on some wintery decor ideas. Whether these are winter home decorations or winter decorating ideas for classrooms you can be sure to find something that works for you. Just scroll below to take a look.
"Despite all I have seen and experienced, I still get the same simple thrill out of glimpsing a tiny patch of snow in a high mountain gully and feel the same urge to climb toward it." - Edmund Hillary
The Transition
The Christmas tree is no more, and leaving an empty space in the room it once occupied. That space is just begging to be filled. Making the transition from Christmas decor into winter decor doesn’t have to be a chore. It can be fun and exciting. DIY winter decorating ideas can include:
- Natural birch candle holders
- Wooden furniture painted white
- Rustic metal planters
- Simple blank pillows
- Milk and cream color scheme
- Wreaths, both indoor and outdoor
- Pine cones
- Branches as decor
- White seashells
- Silver and gold patterns
- Paper lanterns
The Table
Just because Christmas and Thanksgiving meals have passed, that doesn’t mean you should put away your entire dinner table! There are still a lot of possibilities to be had when it comes to kitchen and dining room decor. Many homes find that the best look for a warm, inviting atmosphere is with rustic country winter decor. The look and feel of wood and nature tend to go a long way in preserving a family friendly environment. Try out some of the following table ideas:
- Twigs in a vase
- Flowers in a jar
- Mason jars
- Golden metallic napkin holders
- Benches for seats (especially with kids)
- Spray-painted pine cones
- Little DIY reindeer figurines
- Tiny plastic pine trees
- Winter scene in a vase
- Sweater vases
- Leaves
Winter Decor Around the Home
But it’s not all about cool color tones and natural DIY pieces, decorating for the colder season post-Christmas is also about keeping the home looking warm and cozy. You can decorate for winter with these simple tips. Make the most out of these ideas:
- Wrap your vases
- Display little arctic animals
- Light aromatic candles
- Add a splash of color with a force bulb
- Instead of adding more light, add more mirrors
- Decorate the fireplace mantel
- Use winter planters
- Opt for light colored linens
Rustic Rules
There’s just something about rustic decor that seems to strike a chord with winter. Country winter decor cannot be beat. Bonus points if you’re able to craft the decor yourself. There’s just something intrinsically satisfying about making DIY rustic decor for the winter. Here’s how to make winter wonderland decorations.
- No-sew pillows
- Mirror art
- Old crates as decor
- Fur letters
- Mason jar light crafts
- Snowy pinecones
- Stoneware Crock planters
- Crochet stars
- Holiday wooden signs
- DIY snowflakes
- Pine tree vases
- Outdoor planters with lights
- Birch projects
Embrace the Winter
The majority of the transitioning process is simply in embracing the winter. Go for that cool color scheme in your decor that just screams “winter wonderland.” Spray paint everything in silver and gold. Put wreaths on every door. There are lots of different winter home decorations. Accent your room with pearls, berries, and garlands for a festive yuletide spirit in every room in the house. Look for any winter decorating ideas Pinterest might have to offer.
Last but Not Least: The Porch
Of course your home’s exterior should not be ignored either. So attack the porch with every sort of winter festive decor you can imagine. Of course the first and easiest piece will be the wreath. This is also a great one to DIY.
Do you have any design ideas on decorating after Christmas? What are your favorite decor pieces this time of year? Let us know in the comments below!
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