Christmas

Ring In The Merry Season

CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY DÉCOR, ORNAMENTS, WREATHS, STOCKINGS, AND CHRISTMAS TREES BY GLUCKSTEINHOME, FROM INTERIOR DESIGNER BRIAN GLUCKSTEIN

Decorating Your Home for the Holidays with GlucksteinHome Christmas Decor

Christmas is the perfect time to transform your home into a cozy and festive retreat. With the GlucksteinHome Christmas decor collection, you can find everything you need to create a magical holiday atmosphere, whether you’re aiming for a classic, glamorous, minimalist, or retro-inspired look. In this guide, we’ll explore how to decorate different areas of your home and incorporate GlucksteinHome Christmas decor into your festive design.

How Do I Choose a Christmas Decor Theme?

Start by selecting a cohesive theme for your holiday decor. This sets the tone for your entire space and helps create a unified look throughout your home. The GlucksteinHome Christmas decor collection offers four festive themes to inspire your creativity.

Home For the Holidays: A classic theme featuring warm reds, fresh greens, and shimmering golds. Perfect for those who love the timeless charm of traditional Christmas decor.

Woodland Sparkle: Minimalist and Nordic-inspired, this theme incorporates cozy knits, rustic woods, and a neutral colour palette.

Midnight Lights: If you love glamour, this theme is for you. It features rich jewel tones, shimmering champagne accents, and plenty of sparkle.

Last Christmas: Embrace a fun and whimsical retro-inspired look with candy colours and nostalgic, playful ornaments.

Once you’ve selected a theme, carry it through your Christmas tree, mantel decor, wreaths, and tabletop pieces to create a harmonious design. If you’re building on an existing set of holiday decorations, choose items from a theme that shares a similar colour palette to your current collection. This way, you can easily add new pieces to enhance your existing decor while maintaining a cohesive look.  

How Do I Decorate The Perfect Christmas Tree?

Your Christmas tree is the focal point of your holiday decor, so it’s important to make it stand out. Begin by selecting an artificial tree from the GlucksteinHome Christmas decor collection. These trees are easy to set up and come in a range of sizes and styles to suit your space.

Tree decorating tips:

Layer your ornaments: Start with larger ornaments and then fill in the spaces with smaller, more detailed pieces. Mixing textures, like shiny glass ornaments and matte finishes, adds depth to the tree.

Start with the base ornaments: Build your colour scheme by hanging larger, round ornaments towards the inside of the tree, using up to three colours or materials. For ease, opt for ornaments in convenient box sets.

Layer in feature ornaments: Once your base is set, layer in unique ornaments in different shapes and finishes for extra flair. Use a 3:1 ratio of base to feature ornaments for a balanced tree. 

Tree topper: Whether you choose a star, angel, or a cluster of decorative elements, the topper is the crowning jewel of your tree. Match it to your chosen theme for a cohesive look.

How Can I Decorate My Mantel for Christmas? 

Your mantel is another prime spot to showcase your GlucksteinHome Christmas decor. A well-decorated mantel ties the room together and creates a warm, inviting atmosphere.

Mantel decorating tips:

Layered greenery: Use garland to frame the mantel and give it a festive touch. For a classic look, opt for our cypress garland. If you prefer the natural aesthetic of Woodland Sparkle, use our frosted pinecone or green rattan garland. For a nostalgic vibe, try our Home For the Holidays multi-coloured bulb garland instead of or along with greenery.

Add height with candles: Incorporate candles of varying heights to create dimension. Flameless LED candles are a safe option for a long-lasting glow.

Stockings: Hang stockings to complete the look. Choose from GlucksteinHome’s range of cozy plush or textured cable knit stockings to match your theme.

How Do I Set a Festive Table for Christmas?

Whether you’re hosting a holiday dinner or setting up a cozy breakfast nook, the right tabletop decor adds a special touch to your celebrations. GlucksteinHome Christmas decor includes a range of items to create a beautiful holiday table.

Holiday table decorating tips:

Use a colour scheme: Keep your table setting cohesive by sticking to the colours of your chosen theme. For Midnight Lights, a shimmering champagne tablecloth with deep jewel-toned napkins creates a luxurious feel. In contrast, a Woodland Sparkle theme might feature a simple white linen table runner paired with wooden chargers and neutral plates.

Add festive accents: Layer our Marquis accent plates onto the table for added sparkle. Small decorative touches like GlucksteinHome Christmas ornaments nestled into napkin rings or miniature wreaths at each place setting add a holiday flair.   

Centrepiece: Anchor your table with a festive centrepiece. A combination of candles, pinecones, and faux greenery makes for a simple yet stunning display. For a more glamorous look, incorporate metallic elements, glass vases filled with ornaments, and decorative LED glass cones or trees. 

What Are Some Ideas to Decorate My Entryway for the Holidays?

First impressions count, and your entryway is the perfect place to greet guests with a holiday vibe. GlucksteinHome wreaths and garlands are ideal for dressing up your front door and welcoming guests into your festive home.

Entryway decorating tips:

Wreath on the door: Choose a wreath that reflects your overall theme. Opt for a traditional green wreath accented by red berries or bells. Or go for rustic charm with snowy twigs or frosted pinecones.

Garland along the bannister: Frame your staircase with garland. Add twinkling lights and a few GlucksteinHome ornaments for extra sparkle.

Accent with planters: Fill planters with faux greenery, birch branches, and ornaments for a sophisticated outdoor display.

How Can I Add Personal Touches to My Christmas Decor?

Add a personal touch to your holiday decorating with smaller GlucksteinHome Christmas decorations throughout your home.

Holiday decorating tips:

Decorate shelves and side tables: Place small ornaments, candles, and festive nutcrackers around the house to carry the Christmas theme beyond your tree.

Use festive throw pillows and blankets: Swap out your regular throw pillows for holiday-themed ones in coordinating colours. Drape a cozy knit blanket over the sofa for added warmth.

Hang extra stockings: Stockings aren’t just for the mantel! Hang them on stair railings, over bedroom doors, or near the entryway for a charming look.

Decorating your home for Christmas is all about creating a space that feels warm, festive, and reflective of your personal style. Whether you’re dreaming of a classic Christmas with reds and greens or want to create a minimalist winter retreat, the GlucksteinHome Christmas decor collection has something for every home this season.