Christmas decorating ideas from When It Alteration Finds

My top 5 fabulous Christmas decorating ideas

Whatever your style, there’s something magical about decorating your home for Christmas. Whether you prefer a few elegant touches or an all-out Xmas extravaganza read on and you’re sure to discover some new ideas for fabulous festive decor!

1) Scandi

Bring the outside in this Christmas with a classic Scandi scheme featuring pine cones, greenery and cute woodland creatures. Perfect to compliment a neutral decor scheme, look for natural textures such as wool, faux fur and wood. Finish off with lashings of candles and white fairy lights to create a winter wonderland.

Scandi Christmas decorating ideas from When It Alteration Finds

Credits The White Company | Maisons du Monde | Maisons du Monde | AmaraGinger Ray via Etsy | Brissi | Maisons du Monde | Etsy

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Scandi Christmas decorating ideas from When It Alteration Finds

  1. Star-shaped birch decoration John Lewis & Partners
  2. Reindeer tree decoration B&Q
  3. White bear ornament Maisons du Monde
  4. Candle holder with leaf garland Maisons du Monde
  5. Merry Christmas hessian bunting Etsy
  6. White faux fur fox decoration Maisons du Monde
  7. White squirell hanging decoration Maisons du Monde
  8. Champagne pine cone wreath John Lewis & Partners 
  9. Faux fur bauble Maisons du Monde
  10. Mini hanging owl decoration Paperchase
  11. Frosted eucalyptus and pine cone star wreath B&Q
  12. White stag head wall decoration Maisons du Monde
  13. White reindeer advent calendar The Range
  14. 6ft snow effect Christmas tree B&Q
  15. Light-up star Maisons du Monde
  16. White print baubles Maisons du Monde

2) Luxury

Add some festive glamour to the current trend for moody dark interiors by layering luxurious velvet with gold accent pieces. Consider hanging opulent jewel toned baubles on a black Christmas tree or for some true Christmas decadence why not serve your guests cocktails from a gold drinks trolley?

Luxury Christmas decorating ideas from When It Alteration Finds

Credits Jotex | Amara | Amara Red | Red | Jotex John Lewis & Partners | Red B&Q

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Luxury Christmas decorating ideas from When It Alteration Finds

  1. Black forest berry stag Paperchase
  2. Ruby feather wreath tree decoration John Lewis & Partners
  3. Blue and gold faux fur decoration Maisons du Monde
  4. Large berry glossy bauble Paperchase
  5. Red velvet and faux fur stocking John Lewis & Partners
  6. Forest green stag Paperchase
  7. Red onion bauble John Lewis & Partners
  8. Blue feather wreath John Lewis & Partners
  9. Emerald feather tree decoration John Lewis & Partners
  10. Green glass and velvet bauble Maisons du Monde
  11. Red dahlia tree decoration John Lewis & Partners
  12. Berry bird decoration Paperchase
  13. Peacock highball glass, cocktail shaker and gin glass John Lewis & Partners
  14. 7ft black pre-lit Christmas tree B&Q
  15. Gold and glass bar trolley Barker and Stonehouse

3) Kitsch

If you fancy trying something a bit different this year, why not make your days merry and BRIGHT. Compliment a white tree or mantel with pops of hot pink and turquoise. Look beyond Santa and his reindeer to introduce some fun new characters such as flamingos, llamas or pineapples. Add poms poms, glitter and disco balls to create a look where more is most definitely more!

Kitsch Christmas decorating ideas from When It Alteration Finds

Credits Love the Day | Studio DIY | Paperchase A Bubbly Life | Paperchase Amara Sugar & Cloth Etsy Kailo Chic

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Kitsch Christmas decorating ideas from When It Alteration Finds

  1. Felt llama gift bag Paperchase
  2. Gold palm tree decoration John Lewis & Partners
  3. Tinted glass jars Maisons du Monde
  4. 3ft pink Christmas tree B&Q
  5. Rainbow mane unicorn decoration Paperchase
  6. Pink flamingo fairy lights Maisons du Monde
  7. Gold pineapple bauble John Lewis & Partners
  8. Felt llama decoration Paperchase
  9. Flamingo snowglobe John Lewis & Partners
  10. Pink pineapple ornament Maisons du Monde
  11. Pink print cushion with pom poms Maisons du Monde
  12. 7ft white LED Christmas tree B&Q
  13. Llama snowglobe Paperchase
  14. Flamingo with crown Paperchase

4) Blush

The trend for millenial pink continues and there’s no reason why it can’t be the star of your Christmas decor too. Create a cosy vibe by opting for velvet or faux fur and mixing in some warmer peach or plum tones. Add some Christmas sparkle with glitter and keep things elegant with gold or copper accent pieces.

Blush pink Christmas decorating ideas from When It Alteration Finds

Credits Nelly Vintage Home Maisons du MondeThe Pink Dream Don’t Cramp My StyleThe Pink Dream Maisons du Monde | Craftberry Bush | Maisons du Monde

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Blush Christmas decorating ideas from When It Alteration Finds

  1. Pom pom garland Maisons du Monde
  2. Glitter gift tags Maisons du Monde
  3. Pink faux fur bauble Maisons du Monde
  4. Purple tinted wine glass Maisons du Monde
  5. Forest print paper napkins Maisons du Monde
  6. Matte gold cutlery set Maisons du Monde
  7. Pink and gold glitter hummingbird decoration Paperchase
  8. Rose gold oval bauble B&Q
  9. Pink tablecloth with gold print Maisons du Monde
  10. Pink glitter bauble Maisons du Monde
  11. Pink rose garland The Range
  12. Pink glitter stag head decoration Paperchase
  13. 7ft white LED Christmas tree B&Q
  14. Pink velvet armchair My Furniture

5) Metallic

Finally, why not go all out this Christmas with a glamourous metallic scheme? From your table to your tree, nothing says Christmas like a bit of glitter and sparkle.

Metallic Christmas decorating ideas from When It Alteration Finds

Credits Amara | Next | Z Gallerie | George at Asda | Next | John Lewis & Partners | Maisons du Monde | Sainsbury’s

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Metallic Christmas decorating ideas from When It Alteration Finds

  1. Gold glitter bauble Maisons du Monde
  2. Copper pine cone garland John Lewis & Partners
  3. Gold onion bauble John Lewis & Partners
  4. Giant gold confetti ballooons John Lewis & Partners
  5. Gold dragonfly decoration John Lewis & Partners
  6. Gold reindeer candle holder Maisons du Monde
  7. Metallic sequin birds Paperchase
  8. Gold stag candle holder Maisons du Monde
  9. Champagne tinsel table top tree B&Q
  10. Gold dipped highball glass, wine glass and decanter John Lewis & Partners
  11. Matte gold cutlery set Maisons du Monde
  12. Gold reindeer candle Maisons du Monde
  13. Gold Christmas tree tealights Maisons du Monde
  14. Gold and glass bar trolley Barker and Stonehouse

So what do you think? How will you be decorating your home this Christmas? Whatever you choose have fun creating decorations and traditions you love.

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