Over the past years, there has been a noticeable rise in neutral or minimalist Christmas decor as people were focused on creating a Pinterest-ready aesthetic. But because they lack the vibrancy and cheer associated with the holiday, more homeowners are starting to gravitate towards a traditional decor style to bring joy back into Christmas. According to design and events expert Azie Jazestani, this holiday season will be all about nostalgia and personalization. “People are focusing on pieces that have special meaning or are passed down through generations instead of sticking to strict themes,” she explains.
Incorporating vintage and handmade elements into your Christmas decor can make the holidays feel more special. It can also be a fun and rewarding activity that can become a way to create feel-good memories with your loved ones. Here are some DIY decor ideas to bring back the charm of old-school Christmas celebrations.
Personalize Your Christmas Tree
To make your holiday decor look festive, start by personalizing your Christmas tree with homemade ornaments. These add charm and a personal touch to your decor, and it also creates a sentimental display that reflects your family’s milestones and traditions. Consider creating ornaments that represent each family member and all your pets, as well as ornaments that call to mind family favorites, such as favorite movies, singers, vacations, or food.
You can use salt dough for your material, and all you have to do is combine salt, water, and flour to make the dough. Roll it out and cut out the shapes, then use a straw to poke a hole at the top of each for hanging. Bake the shapes and allow them to cool, then brush a sealer, like Modge Podge, over the ornaments to create a smooth surface for painting. Paint and decorate the ornaments, let them dry, then brush them with a coat of matte or satin Modge Podge to seal in the design and protect them from peeling or fading. Your salt dough ornaments will last for decades if they’re preserved and kept properly, so it’s worth the effort to make them as detailed or intricate as possible.
If you love working with metal, think about making metal stamped ornaments for your Christmas tree. Use a soft metal like aluminum if you’re a beginner in metal stamping, and cut it into simple shapes such as gingerbread men, bells, or stars. Paint your stamped metal pieces to add color to your pieces and make them more eye-catching.
Create a Miniature Christmas Village
Need to dress up a side table or your mantle for the holidays? Consider creating miniature Christmas villages by making some putz houses to decorate these areas. Putz houses are typically made of cardboard, and they’re designed to look like tiny European homes with their pitched roofs and colorful decor. They can also be lit up from the inside to create a glowing and cheerful display. You can buy readily made putz houses and decorate them with paint and glitter, then cluster them together to form a village. Place tiny LED lights inside each house to light them up, then add miniature figurines, faux greenery, and some fake snow to create an enchanting vibe.
Use Classic Christmas Colors, Patterns, and Decor
Get back to the classics by using traditional Christmas colors and patterns to decorate your home for the holidays. Think about using a red, green, white, and gold color palette, then incorporate this into ornaments, pillows, tree skirts, and table decorations. You can also add fabrics in old-school Christmas patterns like tartan, ticking stripe, or buffalo check and use them for throw pillows and table cloths. For some texture, add velvet ribbons to your tree or use them to decorate giftwrapped presents.
Next, get some vintage Christmas decorative items, such as Santa Claus figurines and mugs, and place them in key areas of your home. Stack classic Christmas books on your coffee table, drape some tinsel over it, and surround the stack with some miniature bottle brush trees. Don’t forget to hang a Christmas wreath on your door, and light your decor with LED lights and miniature lamps to cast a warm and inviting glow on your display.
Old-school Christmas decor can make your home come alive this holiday season. Consider these DIY decorating tips to fill your home with the warmth of Christmas cheer, and bring back the festive vibe of this special occasion.
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