As the days get shorter and chillier, many people like to spruce up their home décor for the holiday season. A change can be especially invigorating since most of us have been spending more time at home this year.
Whether you’re preparing for out-of-town guests, hosting a holiday dinner, or just creating a peaceful retreat for your immediate family, small changes can make a big difference. Our style guide shares DIY décor ideas, the hottest seasonal curtain trends, and other ways you can make your home your favorite place for the holidays.
Swap Out Summery Shades
Hot home décor trends for the summer meant beach themes and bright colors like cobalt blue and sunshine yellow. While terracotta, coral, and florals remain hot for the winter season, you can also start incorporating warmer natural hues. A hint of cinnamon or an olive green accent wall can keep your space on-trend through the fall and winter.
Your living room could benefit from a visual upgrade by swapping out bright and lively curtains with heavier drapes in natural tones.
Incorporate Heavier Textures
While we’re on the topic of curtain trends, consider thermal drapes to warm your home and keep heating bills low. You don’t want a room to look too dark, though. If you choose heavy thermal curtains in a darker color, make sure walls or upholstery offset the darkness with lighter hues.
You can swap out fabrics on living room furniture easily and affordably by using chair covers, giving a living room or family room a fresh look for a new season. You can
order custom chair covers that match your drapes.
You may also consider adding some comfy throws to couches, perfect for cuddling up on cool fall evenings.
Take Advantage of Curtain Sheers to Show Off Your Holiday Home Décor
It’s nice to create a cozy atmosphere with heavier drapes in the winter. But if you place your Christmas tree or Santa Village scene near a window, you may want to share the display with those outside looking in. Layer lightweight,
translucent curtain sheers underneath heavier curtains and pull back the drapes when night falls to spread Christmas cheer.
Create Points of Interest with DIY Décor
Transitioning your home décor for the cooler months doesn’t have to cost a lot when you get creative with DIY décor. Incorporate one of the season’s
hottest trends, fall leaves, into a table centerpiece by filling a basket with leaves and brightly colored gourds. You can also fill a vase with branches of leaves in place of fresh flowers for seasonal flair.
Then, easily transition from Thanksgiving to December by swapping out leaves for evergreen boughs accented with cheery red holly berries.
Farmhouse chic styles also make the transition across seasons. Use chalkboard paint on mason jars and then write messages of season’s greetings on the jars in chalk for a fun, affordable accent piece on a mantel or shelf.
Set a Seasonal Table with a New Tablecloth
If you’re planning to have friends and family over for holiday dinners, refresh your dining room with a new tablecloth.
Faux silk taffeta tablecloths provide a rich and elegant look at an affordable price.
As we look forward to 2021, there’s no better way to celebrate the holidays this year than in your own home with the ones you love. A few affordable home décor changes can create a space that is on-trend yet uniquely yours.
