9 Ways to cheer up winter decor after Christmas
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- 07 Jan 2022
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We’re always amazed at how quickly Christmas comes and goes – one minute our homes are kitted out with full-on sparkle and the next we’re packing up those baubles ready to be stored away for another year.
Whether you’re dragging your heels over boxing up the last of the decs or are more than ready to have a good declutter, our interiors can often feel a little lacklustre after the festive season – which is why we’ve put together some simple ways to brighten your homes winter decor after the Christmas decorations disappear.
Follow these tips and you can keep the spirit of Christmas decor alive, without it being obvious that you’re struggling to let go – and what better way to chase those January blues away
9 easy ways to brighten winter decor after Christmas
1. Encourage nature to take centre stage
Nature is always a mood lightener, and taking your real (or faux) Christmas tree out is a sad moment. So keep the natural theme going indoors by letting trees and potted plants take centre stage all year round.
Head to your local garden centre and look for some small indoor trees (you can even decorate them with fairly lights if you so wish). Indoor plants dotted around the room helps to welcome a touch of the outdoors in.
2. Choose a centrepiece alternative
Your berry and fir centrepiece might have been packed away on twelfth night, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy a beautiful table. Think fresh flowers and berries in assorted jars and vases. To dress the table in style and welcome a light, natural feel to give your home a sense of optimism and brightness for the year ahead.
These could be as simple as flowers picked from your own garden. You don’t have to even spend a penny, to make a decorative impact.
3. Embrace fairy lights everywhere
Twinkling lights are one of the best things about Christmas decorations, adding a touch of the magic to any room and keeping the lighting low and flattering. But while it might be time to put away your multicoloured lights, warm white is perfect all year round to embrace fabulous post-Christmas fairy light ideas.
Look for cute shaped options, like the geo spheres above, or quirky bulbs in fun motifs festoon lights, and drape over a branch, mirrors, pictures and along window sills. Or put a couple of reels of fairy lights into a glass vase and enjoy the light it throws.
4. Hang a winter wreath
Thought the best wreaths were just for Christmas? Think again! A simple winter foliage design, without all the Christmas trimmings, can help bring interest to your wall or door and adds a lovely scent too, especially if you add some herbs into the mix.
Herbs are particularly lovely as they’ll give a delicious scent to the room too – or welcome guests to your home when placed on the front door. So think about rosemary, mint, thyme and bay leaves, and mix up your favourite scents.
Not a fan of greenery? Why not take inspiration from this year’s trend for dried flowers and add pampas, dried honesty or bunny tails? Read More…
