A holiday home that’s beautifully decorated inside and outside is a great way to spread the Christmas spirit. Even more for your front door and porch because these areas set the tone for the rest of the house. For an overall warm and welcoming ambience, make your outdoor spaces as inviting as your indoors with festive Christmas decorations.
Here are 4 steps on how to decorate your entryway and outdoor space for Christmas:
1. Pick a Theme
Outdoor Frosted Evergreen foliage is a go-to decorating idea for winter-inspired themes. The cool, muted tones of green and white is perfect for those going for a sophisticated look. Make the right first impression with a classic theme. Not only is it easy to do, you also get a timeless look. For this home, the warm tones of this Pine Peak Holiday greenery collection are made more festive by gold ornaments and red ribbon accents. Bring rustic elegance to your entryway with wreaths and garlands of magnolia leaves and pinecones. Simple decorations with minimal details are easier to match to a number of styles.
Your theme is one of the first things to think about when planning your outdoor Christmas décor. Settling on a theme will give you an idea of how you’ll accomplish the look and what things you’ll need. A simple tip is to let your outdoor theme match your indoor decorations, so you get a cohesive look throughout your home.
2. Set Key Décor Pieces
Sometimes all you need is a striking scene like this Outdoor Nativity Set in front of a sparingly decorated house. This vibrant red True Foliage Holiday Poinsettia is at the place of honor. Matching potted blooms border the porch steps and a life-size LED Jeweled Musical Nutcracker stands guard beside the door. The eyes are drawn to the brightly colored poinsettia foliage, which stands out against the white clapboard siding. These Outdoor Fiber Optic Snowman Band match the white-and-red color scheme.
Once you have a theme, you can identify which key items will pull the look together. Draw inspiration from an object or decoration that captures the look and feel you are going for. If you are after a winter wonderland theme, for instance, you can start with a frosted outdoor wreath and garland on your front door. From this focal point, it’s easier to add interesting themed elements like snowflakes or snowmen décor in the space.
3. Think About Placement
Light up a fire pit to create a warm atmosphere outdoors. Not only does it make an inviting scene, it’s perfect for creating memories with the family making s’mores and telling stories on chilly evenings. Wider spaces allow you to display large decorations like these oversized Outdoor Merry Christmas Ornament Set. They add a whimsical touch to your holiday display. One of the best places to decorate for Christmas is the front door because all your guests will see it when they enter your home. Place decorations like these Outdoor Kaleidoscope Foliage and Season’s Greetings Nutcracker above and beside the door for a festive ambience.
Outdoor decorations vary in sizes but tend to be larger compared to indoor ones, making them more visible from afar. It’s important to consider the scale of your outdoor Christmas decorations and have a plan where you’ll display them. For safety, make sure they won’t block areas where people walk or obstruct visibility of the driveway or road.
4. Make it Dazzle at Night
Pre-lit greenery makes decorating your outdoor spaces easier. You simply need to pick the spots to display them. Christmas is a great time to brighten your home with lights. If you’re planning to go all out, consider LED lights that are more energy efficient and longer-lasting. Add some Christmas cheer to evenings with light-up decorations such as these Outdoor LED Holiday Silhouettes and pre-lit wreaths.
One sure way people will notice your decorated home at night as much as in daytime is to keep your outdoor space well-lit. Use outdoor LED string lights to frame your door or porch, and even a nearby tree. Display pre-lit wreaths, garlands, or potted plants to create a welcoming sight in the evening. Make sure wires are well-covered so people don’t trip over them and protect them from getting too wet.
Send the message of warmth and cheer all season long. With these holiday decorating ideas, you’re a few steps away to having the most wonderfully festive house on the block! For more outdoor Christmas decorations, visit Balsam Hill.
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With these three easy steps, I was able to decorate the outside of my home in no time and I’m now ready for my holiday guests.