That’s the thing about the Christmas spirit: once it enters our home, it’s practically impossible to leave a single corner without a decoration or reference to this time of year. That’s why it’s also common to celebrate the holiday season outside, decorating our windows, balconies, and building facades with festive motifs. After all, the more people who know how much we love Christmas, the better!
What’s more, the last few days of December and the first few days of January are the perfect time to invite family, friends, or acquaintances over to your home. During this time of year, there are plenty of lunches and dinners, as well as celebrations—for Christmas, New Year’s, and Three Kings Day. This means that, in just over two weeks, you may have more people visiting your home than at any other time of the year; and if you truly love Christmas, you’ll want your home to be ready when it counts.
But don’t worry: we’ve put together 11 tips for decorating your door for Christmas in a truly original way. So put on your favorite Christmas carol and keep reading…
Tips for Decorating Your Christmas Door
The wreath, the most popular decoration for the Christmas door
What would Christmas be without its classic plants and flowers, such as holly, mistletoe, poinsettias, or flowering eucalyptus? And we all know how well plants always work when it comes to decorating a home, which is why wreaths are a classic choice when we want to bring a colorful and joyful Christmas atmosphere to our front door.
Christian tradition suggests that you can put yours up once the Advent season begins, since it’s a symbol associated with good intentions for Christmas and the New Year. And to find the right one, keep in mind factors such as:
- As for the size, one that’s 35 or 40 centimeters in diameter will usually be perfect.
- The material—whether it’s natural or synthetic. The natural ones are probably prettier, but remember that you’ll need to take care of them so they last as long as possible.
- The decorations you’ll add, such as the bow, garlands, pinecones, and berries.
- Where it comes from—since you can either make it yourself or buy one that’s ready to hang, allowing you to decorate your door for Christmas in a unique way.
Create your own Christmas tree right at your front door
Is there anything more Christmassy than a tree? Of course not! So… why not bring it right to our doorstep? You can get creative and design your own using string lights, traditional Christmas ornaments, and decorative snowflakes; or you can be even bolder and use photos of yourself and your family, strategically placed to mimic a classic Christmas tree.
A sock to create a sense of excitement
Santa Claus and the Three Wise Men are among the distinguished visitors who stop by every home every Christmas. And another tradition is hanging stockings on the tree or by the fireplace so they can leave their gifts there, we can also hang them at the entrance to our home. By doing so, in addition to making their job easier, we’ll be giving a fun nod to this special time of year.
Hang decorations however you like
Actually, you don’t have to turn your door into a Christmas tree to decorate it in an original way. Just treat it as if it were one. In other words, you can hang decorations on it, such as Christmas figurines, ornaments, bows, ribbons, or garlands. But try to do so sparingly, so the door doesn’t look too cluttered and, above all, so the decorations don’t fall off or end up getting in the way of anyone entering or leaving the house.
Make your home the most special gift
If you’re looking for a truly original decorative idea, take note: a simple bow can turn your home into a delightful surprise for your next guests. All you need to do is find the right Christmas ribbon—to wrap it around the door as if it were a Christmas present—and top it off with an eye-catching bow. Easy, inexpensive, and spectacular!
Christmas Colors
If you’re up for it, you can paint your front door in Christmas colors: white, red, dark green, gold, and even yellow are all great choices. And you can use these colors to create a contrast with the specific shades that stand out most in the decorations you choose to complement it, such as the green typical of wreaths or the red characteristic of ribbons and bows.
Dress her up as Christmas characters
Santa Claus, Rudolph the Reindeer, the Three Wise Men, Olaf from *Frozen*, Jack Skellington from *The Nightmare Before Christmas*, the Grinch…there are many characters associated with this time of year. And any of them can help you decorate your front door. Just get some stickers and vinyl decals featuring your favorite character, along with some character-themed items, and decorate your door with all these elements. The little ones are sure to love the result!
Templates for snow and glitter sprays
Artificial snow spray cans offer a very attractive artistic option for decorating your door in an original way this Christmas. With them and some stencils featuring traditional figures—such as snowmen, Santa Claus, or Christmas trees—you can decorate your entryway quickly and effectively.
And on top of that, there are the possibilities offered by the stickers and glitter mentioned earlier. Just make sure you can remove them easily from the door afterward and that the material used is biodegradable, so they can be disposed of in a completely sustainable way.
Also make use of the door frame and the floor around the door
Your front entrance can also look very attractive if, in addition to decorating your door in an original way for Christmas, you pay attention to the doorframe and the floor around it. You can decorate the entrance with garlands, ribbons with flowers and plants, Christmas ornaments, or various other decorations; meanwhile, on the floor—without getting in the way or posing a tripping hazard—you can place lanterns or themed figures, such as Santa Claus or elves.
Ring bells and jingle bells every time you use the door
If you don’t mind the noise, installing a door chime lets you add a decorative touch to your front door. Especially at this time of year, because you can use traditional Christmas noisemakers, like jingle bells and bells, to ring every time someone comes in or goes out.
Or, if you prefer, use these devices as doorbells or hooks so your guests can activate them when they arrive and need to let you know they’re here. You can even consider changing the ringtone on your doorbell if it’s a smart doorbell!
Decorate your front door with your Christmas crafts
Crafts and Christmas go hand in hand: if you enjoy this hobby, you can have fun making your own decorations for the tree or your front door. In fact, it’s a great way to spend time with the family in the days leading up to the holidays, because this activity helps develop the little ones’ fine motor skills and creativity.
Also, keep in mind that felt is the go-to material for this time of year. It feels warm and soft to the touch, and it’s very easy to work with. You can use it to create beautiful designs and shapes…without much effort or time!
Decorate Your Door for Christmas in a Unique Way with These Tips
Here are our 11 ideas for giving your front door a truly original Christmas look. But don’t stop there— at CULMIA, we’re offering you our “Guide to Decorating Your Home” for free. Download it now below and discover how you can make your home shine with its own light 365 days a year:
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