5 easy ways to make a minimalist home festive this Christmas

Garlands are tinsel’s simple cousin and a must-have for minimalists when it comes to Christmas decorations. Drape carefully in areas of your home that need a subtle festive touch, such as bathrooms. B. your mantel, your sideboard or your console table in the hallway. We also love the look of tastefully woven swags along banisters – a particularly pretty look when your staircase is prominently positioned in your home.

Our Snowflake and Berries Garland combines pine cones, greenery and delicate wooden snowflakes for a simple yet playful effect. Toss casually down your fireplace for a laid-back look with minimal set-up time.

It doesn’t get much more festive than a candle (or three)—there’s something about the glow of candlelight that’s undeniably comforting. A Scandinavian-inspired design, such as Broste Copenhagen Lucia candle, is an effective centerpiece for intimate Christmas dinners when placed on a dining table. We love the unusual yet sleek silhouette and the four individually placed wicks.

Alternatively, place it in the center of your coffee table and light it up at night while watching your favorite Christmas movies.

Christmas trees can be both a blessing and a curse when it comes to decoration and care. If you’re tired of dropped needles and wobbly ornaments, choose a tree where less is more.

Our Silver Pot Pine is a contemporary way to decorate your home with minimal effort and the pretty silver color needs little embellishment. Simply thread the branches with a string of lights for an effortless look. A finished Christmas tree in less than 10 minutes – what’s not to like?

For the true minimalists out there, ditch the tree altogether and try a Scandinavian-inspired paper alternative with the Broste Copenhagen tree ornaments. Just fold away when you’re done.

You don’t need a traditional Christmas tree to enjoy displaying baubles around your home – we believe they can be a focal point in their own right. Our Holly Swirl Balls are far too beautiful to decorate just one place, so why not experiment?

Thread baubles along fishing wire or embroidery floss to create your own custom garland; a great finishing touch for curtain rods and doors alike. Or, for a unique table setting, fill a glass vase with a choice of shapes and designs, then light it up with battery-powered LED lights.

Arguably the quickest (and easiest) way to update your home for Christmas is with upholstered furniture. Nothing is as quick as swapping out the pillowcases for festive alternatives.

If you’re a fan of all things cozy, then this is the Tuva knitted pillow is made of ultra-soft knit and is the perfect companion for a post-Christmas nap. Pair with that Suren fleece throw to turn your living room into the cosiest room in the house.

If you are looking for luxurious options that Zuri cushion with metallic leaves has just the right amount of festive sparkle to dress up your sofa. The combination of luxurious velvet with a distressed metallic leaf is one we love and perfect for entertaining on Christmas Day.

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