Decorate your windows for Christmas: 16 great ideas to draw inspiration from
Every Christmas decoration we put up at home is a way to spread the unique festive atmosphere, and doing so in/on the windows is even more magical. Think about it: this way, we not only add a touch of Christmas to our room's decor but also create a "filter" that makes any outdoor scene framed by our decorated window look festive. At the same time, we contribute to spreading the Christmas mood outside to anyone who looks up and sees the decorations peeking out here and there.
The ways to decorate a window for Christmas are practically endless: we can hang up ornament - even lights - or draw directly on the glass, and more. Take a look at the ideas below:
Christmas ornaments hanging in the windows
Do you have leftover old Christmas ornament that you no longer need for the tree? Take matching ribbons and hang them up at various heights from the top of the window so that they dangle down in front of the glass!
Feel free to unleash your creativity with hand-decorated ornaments, whether it's painting them, adding embellishments, or even filling them (especially the glass ones!) with twigs or other objects. And, of course, you could buy these decorations too.
In addition to ornaments, just about any object you like and that symbolizes Christmas will work. How about lots of gift packages?
Christmas wreaths and garlands in the windows
Wreaths and long garlands never go out of fashion. You can purchase chains of decorations (aka garlands), or be creative and make them by hand in various ways. Rather than hanging them on the walls or shelves, use them to adorn the edges of your windows.
You can also combine different styles for a more cheerful look.
At Christmas, decorate your windows with lights
Christmas decorations wouldn't be complete without lights – that's certain! And windows can be an excellent canvas for showcasing festive lighting.
Here too, you can choose fairy lights forming a sort of curtain with numerous strands hanging from above.
Alternatively, get creative with the light strands by forming artistic shapes. You could even set up a Christmas tree in the window using just lights!
Windows like Christmas paintings
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In the mood to unleash your creativity? Well, grab some cans of artificial snow and dive into crafting delightful winter scenes that truly evoke the magic of Christmas.
Creating designs with artificial snow might take a bit of practice, but you don't have to be an expert artist. You can use stencils for guidance or keep it simple by just using symbols and text.
Moreover, if you find suitable window decals, perhaps in the shape of snowflakes, you can use these to creatively decorate your window.
Christmas villages on windowsills
A delightful recent Christmas trend involves creating stylized holiday scenes using miniature houses and buildings, bringing to life a charming Christmas village on the windowsill.
The perfect spot for this village is the windowsill (preferably one you seldom open), where you can let your creativity run wild by adding miniature trees, figurines, light, or candles.
Traditional wreaths
Want to uphold the timeless beauty of Christmas traditions? In this case, circular wreaths - especially those crafted from evergreen branches - make for a perfect decoration hanging in the windows.
Unusual ideas for decorating windows at Christmas
If you're looking for something more unusual, draw inspiration from shopfronts you may see on your travels. For example, have you ever considered using strings of marshmallows that resemble snowflakes (like some major shops do)?
For a touch of vintage chic, you might consider using strands of pearls instead of traditional garlands!
Which idea appeals to you the most for your Christmas window decorations?
