15 Minimalist Christmas Decor Ideas

If decorating your house for the holidays feels like an overwhelming chore, you should consider the minimalist Christmas decor way.

When minimalist Christmas decors are used, it results in giving your space a “less is more” aesthetic, giving your home warmth and a cosiness feel.

Also, these simple decorations have an impact on how people approach the holiday season, which is why most people opt for minimalist Christmas decor.

The Best Minimalist Christmas Decoration Ideas

I love everything about the Christmas season and traditionally it was a norm for my family to go over the top when it comes to Christmas.

However, over the years I’ve developed a “less is more” approach and adopted minimalism when it comes to Christmas decor.

If you’re ready to scale back on your Christmas decor while still creating a festive space, I have rounded up 15 beautiful holiday ideas you can follow.

Each idea is proof that you can have a gorgeous celebration without spending a lot of time and money.

1. DIY Paper Stars

DIY paper stars are the perfect minimalist decor idea for any room. To create this, simply cut out stars from coloured papers, and place them over Christmas lights in your bedrooms, or the children’s play areas.

2. Branch Socks Display

When creating a minimalist Christmas setting, it is necessary to focus on what you have at home. You can transform that fallen branch in your garden into a breathtaking piece of Christmas décor. Hang two or more socks on the branch and some fresh leaves to add a pop of colour to the display, securing it to the wall.

3. Natural Ornaments

Decorate your home with natural wood and ceramic ornaments in a neutral colour palette. Just be sure to keep the Christmas tree ornaments to a minimum and space them out accordingly so that you can achieve a minimalist look.

4. Kitchen Cabinet Mini Wreaths

Wreaths are one of the easiest ways to decorate your kitchen for the holidays. Hang them on your cabinets for a simple festive touch, or pretty much anywhere in your home! While the beauty of wreaths is that they can be used all year long, they also really shine when paired with other minimalist Christmas decor.

5. A DIY Traditional Advent Calendar

There are many ways to DIY an advent calendar to bring the holiday mood to your house. These beautiful calendars can be hung on the wall using a branch of evergreen and also decorated with matchboxes to help count down the days until Christmas. TO make it more fun and pique the interest of everyone, you can add chocolate, or place poems, quotes, or even photos in each box for the first person to tick off the days.

6. Packages Tied up With String

Once you’ve gotten your minimalist Christmas tree, it’s time to focus on gift wrappings and decorations. A cute way to decorate your gifts is by using simple paper wrapping that just needs twine and a pop of green to make it almost too pretty to open.

7. Rosemary Wreath Place Cards

f you are having people over to celebrate the Christmas holiday, use rosemary wreaths as dining place cards for the dining table.

All you need are mini grapevine wreaths, fresh rosemary bunch, floral wire, scissors, baker’s twine, and name cards.

Minimalist Christmas Trees Ideas

8. Subtle Christmas Tree

To keep decorations minimal, wrap tiny string lights around your Christmas tree and place them inside a woven basket. If you want to go the extra mile, fill the bottom of the basket with faux snow or chains of glass ornaments.

9. Felt Christmas Trees

Christmas trees are often green, but you can choose something out-of-the-box by making them grey. Not only are these mini Christmas trees unique, but they also give your house and space a simple outlook. A felt tree with only lights and no Christmas ornaments is super easy to put up and even easier to put away after the holiday season.

10. Christmas Tree Dress

You cannot get more innovative with your decorations than a tree decorated as an evening gown. Although the tree is small, its design speaks volumes and can make make a big impact with just a few lights.

11. Crafty Wooden Christmas Tree

A wooden Christmas tree is a unique decoration idea. You can add snowflakes with animal ornaments hanging from the tree, to elevate your tree.

12. Silver & Sparkly Tinsel Tree

I love the impact a tinsel tree makes, especially in a small setting and environment. A silver & sparkly tree is practical enough to suit the minimalist Christmas look while still giving off plenty of holiday spirit.

13. A LED Tree Alternative

LED Christmas trees are an example of a minimalist tree that’s not really a tree. An alternative Christmas tree is a great spin from traditional trees and does not need to be decorated. These are a modern way of introducing a tree into your space without too much commitment and extra trimming to get the right shape.

14. A Dowel Christmas Tree

This modern tree idea does not need a tree but instead requires wooden dowels, white lights, and paper ornaments. This minimalist Christmas decoration is a great idea for small apartments, guest rooms, or any place you want to add a bit of holiday cheer without a tree taking up space.

15. Bare Branches Christmas Trees

We tend to forget that minimalist Christmas decor trees can still make a seasonal statement. A scaled-down Christmas tree with bare branches accentuated by white lights is very natural and can also represent the cold season.

You can choose to decorate with lights, leave the tree unlit, or add just a few ornaments to get your desired look.

No matter what holiday decorations you’re going for this year, just remember to peruse through the different ideas and options above to check if they suit your space and taste.

Which of these minimalist Christmas decor ideas are you going to try out? Let me know in the comment section below. Also do not forget to share this post with your friends and family!