23 Ideas to Decorate with Winter Decorations (Not Christmas)

​1. Put Away The Red

​3. Use A Neutral Color Palette

Winter decorating with evergreen branches adds natural elegance to your home. Create a cozy ambiance by arranging lush branches with pinecones and twinkling lights on mantles or tabletops. Fresh evergreen wreaths hung on doors or walls infuse your space with a rustic charm and the invigorating scent of the outdoors. Whether in vases, garlands, or wreaths, evergreen branches bring a timeless and festive touch to your winter decor, symbolizing the enduring beauty of nature in the frosty season.

Incorporating bare trees into your winter decor infuses timeless elegance and natural charm. These simple yet classic trees serve as versatile accents; whether placed in rustic pots, adorned with twinkle lights, or left in unadorned beauty, they will make your home feel fresh and alive.

Adorn your front door with a wreath featuring dried orange slices, or grace your kitchen with the charm of jars filled with anise stars, pinecones, and dried oranges. These are great ways to decorate for winter (not Christmas).

Elevate your dining table with a charming centerpiece using pine cones, birch branches, and winter greens in a dough bowl. This rustic arrangement blends earthy textures and hues, creating a visually stunning display that captures the beauty of a winter woodland. Embrace the natural artistry for a warm and inviting dining experience.

​9.  Use Lots Of Pine Cones

Infusing a winter touch into your home is effortlessly achieved by arranging birch logs in a basket on the fireplace mantel. Alternatively, incorporate them into a floral arrangement or stack a few logs in a dough bowl for a simple yet effective winter decorating idea.

I adore moss cone trees and incorporate them throughout the year, either leaving them plain or adding decorations for versatility. Their simplicity captivates me, seamlessly bringing a natural touch into the house.

Begin your winter mantel’s transformation with a simple green garland and curly willow branches. Enhance it by incorporating pinecones, twinkling lights, and soft velvet ribbon for a cozy and festive atmosphere during the winter months.

Elevate the winter atmosphere in your living areas by incorporating authentic plants into a stylish planter basket. Create a lush foundation by lining the basket with moss and filling it with nutrient-rich planting soil. Enhance the aesthetic by adding birch logs, lotus pods, and a selection of vibrant living plants.

As winter settles in, introducing soft throw blankets to your home becomes a delightful way to enhance comfort and warmth. Drape these cozy blankets over sofas, chairs, or beds to create inviting, cozy winter decor. Opt for luxurious textures like faux fur or knits, and choose neutral colors that complement your decor, adding style and a touch of snug sophistication to your winter home decor. Whether you’re curling up with a good book or enjoying a movie night, these soft throw blankets are practical for staying warm and serve as stylish accents that elevate the cozy ambiance of your winter retreat.

I love throw pillows, and I believe the more, the merrier. Mixing patterns and textures is a simple way to refresh your decor. Alternatively, you can opt for a cohesive look by using pillows of the same color but with different textures. Whether you prefer a lively combination or a more harmonious arrangement, throw pillows offer a versatile and budget-friendly way to update your family room or living room.

Enhance the texture and appeal of your home vignettes by incorporating old books. Their beauty and affordability make them a fantastic choice, easily found at your local thrift store. Whether stacked on a coffee table, opened on the dining room table, or standing upright, these books can become a captivating focal point in your winter decor. 

​17. Display A Simple Collection of White Decor

Embrace the symbolism of a “Happy New Year” and fresh beginnings by decorating with small vintage clocks, clock faces, and keys. Acquiring these unique pieces from estate sales, vintage shops, or yard sales for just a few dollars allows for a budget-friendly and charming addition to your decor. Scatter these timepieces on your table to create a delightful visual story, sparking conversations and infusing a sense of nostalgia into your space.

Enhance winter tabletop decor with small chests of drawers. Open the drawers to reveal charming greenery displays, vintage clocks, and bottles. This creative arrangement adds depth and interest, turning the tabletop into a focal point of seasonal charm.

​20. Create Winter Floral Arrangements For The Coffee Table

Create a warm and cozy ambiance in your home with the essential glow of candles, not to mention their delightful scent. Place them on your dining table, coffee table, or a small side table to add warmth to any space.

Gathering my collection of glass cloches on the dining room table creates a stunning display. Beneath the glass, I arranged small white ironstone pieces, clock faces, a postage scale, and keys. The versatility of these cloches offers endless options to craft a captivating winter look.

Embrace a classic look in your winter decorations that are not Christmas by adding white geese. Throughout the year, I use these beloved geese, signaling the arrival of spring. Their textures and simplicity make them the easiest way to bring a touch of nature into your home.