Decorating your home for Christmas can seem like a monumental task, especially when you consider the time and money it takes to make the magical vision come to life. Then, when you realise it's all only for a few days of the year, it can discourage you even further. But what if we told you it doesn't only have to be for a few days? What if instead, you picked decorations that could stay up long after the holiday season and still look appropriate? In this EZ Living Furniture blog, you'll discover the Christmas decorations that can easily lend themselves to other seasons, helping you to get the most value for your money and preventing you from wasting any time decorating for just one season. So, what are you waiting for? Are you ready to deck the halls for the entire year using EZ Living Furniture’s easy-to-implement suggestions? If so, keep reading below!
String Lights
String lights are a great example of a decoration that is primarily used at Christmas, but can also work very well the rest of the year too! When used in the right way, string lights can light up your home without looking overly festive or adolescent. They can be hung from a bed frame, placed along the top of a mirror, or can be dangled from the mantelpiece. There really is no end to how many places string lights can be hung from. But before you go rushing off to purchase a set of string lights, there is a certain rule to follow. The only way this tip works is if you purchase clear-coloured string lights. Avoid purchasing lights in colours that are associated with Christmas, for instance, red, green, and even multicoloured. Remember to also choose warm, clear lights, as cool white lights can make a space feel clinical.
Candles & Candle Holders
Try to steer clear of festive-scented candles such as cinnamon, pine, gingerbread, peppermint, and so on. When choosing candles or diffusers, opt for neutral fragrances that can work in the home year-round. By doing so, you can continue to display and light them throughout the year. Prioritise scents like Clean Cotton or Fresh Linen, or similar in name/aroma.
When deciding on candle holders, it's best to choose ones in neutral colours and without any patterns. Even gold can be linked to Christmas, so instead prioritise silver and clear glass. We know it can be tempting to pick up a snowflake-embellished holder, but if you want to continue to keep these displayed all year long, keep our suggestions in mind. The same can be said for Pillar Candle Holders, which are elevated from the base and can lend themselves to a variety of occasions and seasons (if you choose wisely).
Christmas Baubles & Decorations
Baubles might seem like a strange addition to this list, but hear us out. They can actually add a lot of value to a space. Throughout Christmas, it is encouraged (by interior experts) to use baubles in a variety of alternative ways. Contrary to popular belief, they don't always have to hang from the Christmas tree. Baubles are great fillers for vases, decorative bowls, and even lanterns, when candles are in short supply. It's a simple and cost-effective way to add texture and colour to a room. Metal decorations and silver ornaments can be just as effective, and can be picked up everywhere at Christmas time; but just make sure to choose figurines and elements that aren't specific to Christmas.
Picks
Picks (or sprays) are traditionally used to fill annoying gaps in Christmas trees, but this isn't their only purpose. They can be used to create an eye-catching table display, added to a wreath or garland to fill it out and add colour, and they can even be used as a tree topper. Still, these are all Christmas-based uses, and we're after ways to use them the rest of the year. If you're looking to use yours after the holiday season is over, remember to choose ones that aren't sparkly or snowy, as this can continue to look good throughout the year.
Foliage is something that features regularly in home decor, and without it, a room can look unfinished. Instead of using dried branches in a vase, you could use your pick(s) instead. Think eucalyptus and non-sparkly!
Lanterns
Lanterns are great any time of year, but they tend to appear more often around the holiday season. Instead of getting caught up in the excitement by investing in one featuring seasonal colours such as gold, red, or green, we suggest picking silver, grey, or black. Wooden styles can also end up looking like they are left over from a Christmas woodland theme, so we would recommend steering clear of them too.
Basic Wreath
A plain wreath with no embellishments is something to consider when choosing your decorative pieces. Instead of pine cones, red berries, and bows, pick a basic wreath. This will allow you to decorate your wreath in any way you see fit. You can change up your Christmas theme year after year and even use it as decor year-round and for other seasonal occasions. If you wish to add a little something extra to your plain green wreath at Christmas time, use baubles and sprays; you could always add sprigs of lavender or flowers, either artificial or plucked straight from your garden. Of course, if you choose the latter, you will need to swap these out regularly with fresh alternatives.
Light-Up Trees
We would never normally suggest displaying a Christmas tree all year long, but hear us out! We're not suggesting leaving up your traditional-style Christmas tree year-round (what would the neighbours think). No, we suggest investing in an LED tree that will continue to bring that cosy vibe into your home all year long. The tree with copper wire lights pictured above is a great example; it’s just “Christmasy” enough for the holiday season, but not extremely seasonal, so it can be easily displayed all year round without getting the wrong sort of attention.
So, now that you know the decorations that can lend themselves to a variety of seasons, you can make smarter choices when shopping for your Christmas decor.
To learn more about decorating for Christmas, read: Christmas Decorating Tips - Everything You Need To Know.
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