The 63 best Christmas decorations to decorate your home inside and out

Welcome the holidays and delight your neighbors with a decked-out home exterior. You can go all out like Family Griswold, or add a few pieces for a more subdued approach. Flank your entryway with beautiful pre-lit trees and add large lawn decorations like gifts, a Santa, reindeer, and snowmen.

Driving around the neighborhood to look at all the Christmas lights is a family tradition for many. Add your home to the map with these unique additions. Whether you choose to go with colored or white lights, set them to a timer so your home is beautifully lit up every night. 

Wreaths are a classic, elegant way to welcome guests to your home. With so many realistic faux options, you'll be able to reuse your wreath every holiday season.

One of the biggest ways to make an impact in your front yard is with an inflatable Christmas decoration. Options range from traditional Santas to cheeky movie-themed characters to nativity scenes. These decorations are fairly easy to set up, but you'll likely need an outdoor-rated extension cord.

There seem to be two camps of people — those who want real trees and those who love artificial trees. The biggest benefit of an artificial tree is that you can use it for many years. We've narrowed down some of the most realistic trees, and many come pre-lit, eliminating the struggle of hanging Christmas lights. 

Adding garland to your fireplace mantel, staircase banister, or over a doorway is a lovely way to decorate for the holidays. Try layering garlands in one area to get a full look. Invest in high-quality faux greenery garland that you can reuse each year, and add bells and gingerbread men for a touch of fun.

For many people, decorating the tree is the main event in the lead-up to Christmas, especially since many ornaments hold sentimental value. Pick a theme for your tree and decorate accordingly, whether it's with colorful ball ornaments or neutral woodland critters. If you like multiple color schemes, consider adding an additional tree elsewhere in your home to really go all out. Tabletop Christmas trees are an excellent option when you're tight on space.

No Christmas tree is complete without a topper. Whether it's on the traditional or unique side, a tree topper can set the tone for the rest of the tree's decor and be a stunning focal point. 

Whether you use a tree skirt or collar, it's an essential finishing touch. Tree skirts are both decorative and practical — serving as an attractive base for presents while catching needles from live trees. There are many options for the more traditional decorator and for those who want a modern look.

A ceramic Christmas tree, or a grouping of a few, adds a festive vibe to offices, classrooms, fireplace mantels, and otherwise undecorated side tables. These trees range from vintage-inspired and colorful to sleek and neutral. Opt for a pre-lit version to add a colorful glow to any space.

Setting the table for a special Christmas dinner gives you an excuse to pull out all the stops. Three items to get you started are a table runner, napkin rings, and a centerpiece.

Snow globes look great nestled among garland on a mantel. There are whimsical options that pay tribute to our hobbies and interests and beautifully handmade globes that are works of art. Remember to make a holiday wish when you shake up the snow.

There are specific scents associated with the holiday season like evergreen, cinnamon, and candied orange. Lighting a candle to fill your home with these delicious aromas is one of the fastest ways to get into the spirit of the season. Plus, candles make great gifts for just about anyone.

Creating an inviting porch for the holidays is easy to do with a few simple decorations. Add a few pre-lit trees on either side of the front door and layer in additional pieces that will bring a smile to your face every time you come home. Make sure all items are safely covered in case of snow or harsh weather.

A doormat is the first thing that welcomes guests as they enter your house. And for the holidays, it's an easy way to add some personality to your front door. From whimsical themes to customizable mats, there's something for every home.

Swap out the pillows on your sofa or bed for Christmas pillows as soon as the holiday season begins. We recommend buying pillow covers that can zip directly over your existing pillows. Go with classic velvet pillow covers in rich holiday hues or more fun Christmas-themed pillows. 

There are so many creative ways you can decorate a Christmas mantel. Typically you'll want to start with some sort of garland, then layer in decorative objects like bottle brush trees, taper candles, cozy houses, and woodland animals. If you can, leave room to hang up stockings. 

Make sure to hang those Christmas stockings with care for Saint Nick! Traditionally hung over a fireplace mantle, you can also hang stockings along banisters or on bookshelves. There are personalized options for everyone in the family, or go for a unique stocking that represents the personality of the recipient. 

Count down to Christmas Day with a fun advent calendar. It's an exciting activity for adults and kids alike, and with so many different options, there's an advent calendar out there to fit everyone's preferences. Get a new one every year or purchase a reusable one to bring out each Christmas season.

Including a few fresh plants with the rest of your Christmas decor adds an element of natural beauty to get through those chilly winter months. From poinsettias to paperwhites to mistletoe, there are more than a few holiday plant options. 

Gone are the days in which we used nutcrackers to actually crack nuts, but they're still a beautiful holiday mainstay. Since Tchaikovsky's famous ballet "The Nutcracker" premiered in 1892, they've been a Christmas decor staple. From sleek neutrals to classic soldiers, there's a nutcracker that can fit any display.

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