With Christmas only recently behind us, you might be wondering, “Why plan for next year’s holiday?” But the truth is, there is a niche group of people that prepare for the next holiday season well in advance, and for good reason: supreme cost savings. Christmas decorations drop prices dramatically, with many stores offering discounted products on remaining decor. Early planning also allows you to start chipping away at gifts little by little, rather than burdening your budget at the end of the year. And lastly, if you plan to have a gathering, you can spread the word and get it on your family’s radar well in advance.
It’s hard to deny the Christmas spirit, as the warmth of the holidays inspires us to stay positive and show love to others while spending time with friends and family — even from afar. Due to the coronavirus, many of us have tight budgets, and with so much going on, it’s important to think ahead while on a budget.
Luckily, we’re here to help. In today’s blog, we’re going over four easy and inexpensive Christmas decoration ideas for 2021. By the end of this blog, you’ll have the inspiration you need to get started on turning your home into a personalized winter wonderland.
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Keep It Simple
You may be tempted to decorate every nook and cranny of your home to get the holiday juices overflowing. However, you don’t have to do this in order to achieve that warm Christmas feeling. Choose a few focus points throughout your house, room, or apartment and add a Christmas touch to them. Holiday lights are a perfect way to add warmth and festivity without complicating things with too much decor.
You should also pinpoint an area for your Christmas tree. This should be a spot in your house that is the focus point. It should be located somewhere that everyone who enters your house will be able to see. Some ideas include:
- Foyer
- Living room
- Dining room
- Kitchen
Decorating your tree is a task in itself. When deciding on how to decorate, stick to the rule of keeping things simple. White or multicolored lights are inexpensive and easy to put on a tree, quickly bringing it to life. You can also use any decorations you have lying around, such as ribbons and ornaments, do add an extra holiday touch.
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Reuse the Decorations You Already Own
You might be tempted to go shopping for some fresh decor, and although you might catch a sale, there’s nothing more budget-friendly than re-using. Your best time to go holiday shopping is in January, right after the holidays, when stores are trying to liquidate in order to make room for new seasonal inventory. During this time, you’ll be able to snag gorgeous Christmas decor at shocking prices.
But if you want to be conservative this year, you can simply reuse what you have or get hand-me-downs from relatives. You can also shop at bargain stores such as Walmart, Goodwill, and even Amazon for discounted Christmas decorations, if it is your first time decorating.
Some of the most common Christmas decorations out there include:
- Bells
- Reindeer
- Garlands
- Ribbons
- Wreaths
- Angels
- Santa
- Fake snow
- Poinsettias
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Oh What Fun It Is to DIY
Another option when it comes to decorating on a budget is to get crafty! Look up some DIY (DO It Yourself) Christmas how-tos online via YouTube or Google and get inspired. This is a fun way to get into the holiday spirit. You can even get the entire family involved for some Christmas bonding.
You’d be surprised how many things you can create with your own hands, using everyday household products that you have lying around the house.
For example, did you know you can create a Christmas tree ornament with your own hands using dough, cinnamon, and applesauce? This salt dough ornament is able to preserve the shape of something that is set in it, such as a tiny hand or paw print. Give it a try and use the internet to find more DIY recipes like these. It may turn into a holiday tradition and save you big each year! It can also be more fun that waiting in lines during peak shopping season while buying decorations.
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Visit Local Tree Lots
Did you know that you can get yourself a Christmas tree for free at some local grounds? That’s right! If you like to go pick out a pine tree, chop it down, strap it to your roof and take it home, you can do just that without paying a penny. The key is to visit those local tree lots and ask for any discarded trees that they plan to toss out.
You can also get greenery to use for wreaths and garlands by asking for the discarded bottoms of trees. In most places, they will give these to you at no cost since they will be tossed anyway. You can use these for your DIY recipe to create beautiful wreaths and garlands with your own hands.
