Affordable Christmas Decoration For Your Home

Bethany Liddle
Dec 12, 2023
3 min read

Updated: May 28

Embracing the holiday spirit and transforming your home into a festive wonderland can be accomplished on a budget with a bit of creativity and resourcefulness. Let’s explore affordable Christmas decor ideas that will make your home merry and bright without emptying your wallet!

1. Downsize the Tree

Small Christmas tree with star lights in a woven basket, next to a geometric lamp. White paper snowflake and colorful art on dark wall.

Annie Spratt

Consider downsizing your Christmas tree for a budget-friendly and space-conscious option. A smaller tree not only saves money but also allows you to get creative with space. Decorate it with miniature ornaments and lights for a charming and intimate holiday focal point.

2. Prop Presents

Christmas tree with silver and white ornaments, pinecones, and wrapped gifts with red ribbons underneath. Festive, cozy atmosphere.

Irina Iriser

One of the simplest and most cost-effective ways to decorate your space is using wrapped prop presents. Gather empty boxes, wrap them in festive paper and ribbons, and arrange them under the tree or around the house. It adds a touch of holiday charm without the expense of actual gifts.

3. Holiday Pillows & Throws

Red plaid pillow with "Merry Christmas" text and white tree, set on a cozy fur-covered chair. Soft lighting creates a festive mood.

Fadime Erbass

Give your living space a festive makeover by updating pillows and throws with holiday-themed covers. Look for budget-friendly options at discount stores or repurpose old textiles with DIY covers. It's a quick and easy way to infuse holiday cheer into your home, and you can switch them out each year for a fresh look.

4. Christmas Stockings

Colourful Christmas stockings with festive designs hang from a wooden mantel. Warm holiday ambiance with soft lighting in the background.

Mike Cox

Look for affordable stockings at discount stores, or unleash your creativity by crafting your own. Use budget-friendly materials like felt or burlap, and embellish them with simple ornaments or your family's initials. Hanging stockings creates a sense of anticipation and excitement, especially for children!

5. Foliage

Festive mantle with garland, fairy lights, and a small house. White stocking hangs below. Warm, cozy ambiance.

Calvin Hanson

Greenery can transform your space into a winter wonderland and can be budget-friendly decor option. Use faux or real branches, holly, or eucalyptus to create simple yet elegant arrangements. Place them in vases, have a centrepiece on the dining table, drape along a staircase or put them on the fireplace mantel. The vibrant green colours of foliage add warmth and coziness, and softens the decor to create a welcoming environment.

6. Pinecones

Close-up of a Christmas tree with gold pinecone ornament, glass baubles, and blurred green branches. Festive and warm atmosphere.

Laura James

Nature provides an abundance of affordable decor options, and pinecones are a perfect example. Collect them from your surroundings and use them creatively. Paint them in festive colors, dip them in glitter, or leave them in their natural state. Scatter them across tables, place them in bowls, or string them into garlands for a rustic touch.

7. Edible Decor

Festive cookies shaped like trees and snowflakes with icing in a bowl, surrounded by pine branches, a candy cane, and red berries.

Pavel Danilyuk

Kill two birds with one stone by incorporating edible decor. Hang candy canes on the tree, create a gingerbread house centrepiece, make edible baubles or fill glass jars with colourful holiday candies. Not only do they look festive, but you can also enjoy them throughout the holiday season.

8. Tinsel

Colourful tinsel garlands in red, green, white, and black hang side by side, creating a festive, vibrant pattern. No text visible.

Christina Dah

Tinsel is often available at a budget-friendly price point, making it an accessible choice for those looking to add a touch of sparkle to their holiday festivities. Whether draped on a tree, woven into wreaths, or used as a table accent, tinsel proves that a touch of festive glamour can be achieved without breaking the bank.

9. Candles

Elegant dinner table with tall brown candles, crystal glasses, and greenery centerpiece. Warm candlelight creates a cozy ambiance.

Cottonbro Studio

From pillar candles to tea-lights, illuminate your space with the warm and inviting glow of candles. Candles add warmth and ambiance to any space. Opt for budget-friendly options from discount stores or make your own by melting old candles and repurposing the wax. Arrange them on the mantle, in lanterns, or on the dining table for a cozy and intimate atmosphere.

10. Paper Decorations

Two white snowflake decorations hang from a chandelier in a softly lit room with green walls and potted plants in the background.

Kelly Sikkem

Unleash your inner artist with paper decorations. Create snowflakes, garlands, and origami ornaments using inexpensive materials. There are countless tutorials and templates available online for free, making it a budget-friendly and fun family activity.

Transforming your home into a festive haven doesn't have to come with a hefty price tag. Embrace the spirit of the season with these budget-friendly Christmas decor ideas. From the simplicity of nature-inspired accents to the joy of crafting your own decorations, this holiday season is all about embracing creativity without the burden of hefty expenses. May your home be aglow with the warmth of the season. Here's to a festive and budget-conscious celebration!