The holiday season is a money-suck, let me tell you. Between buying gifts for friends and family, contributing to holiday dinners, and socializing with pals back in town, it can take a good chunk of change just to get through December.
And, to add even more financial stress to the situation, holiday decorations also seem to cost an arm and a leg. While it’s fun to create a winter wonderland inside your home, it’s not fun to have to pay for it.
If you’re already stressing about how much it’s going to cost to decorate your home for the holidays or are looking for inexpensive decoration tips, you’ve come to the right place.
Invest in an Artificial Tree
I know what you’re going to say — ”but an artificial tree doesn’t smell like a Christmas tree!” You’re not wrong, that is 100% true. However, an artificial tree will save you so much money down the road. And, if I’m being honest, there are some really good artificial trees out there.
Make sure to find one that you really like (because you should only buy a fake tree once) and think of it as an investment. Yes, it’s not going to smell like a real tree (because, you know, it’s fake), but you won’t have to worry about throwing it out on January 1 or cleaning up all the pine needles.
Light It Up
String lights are a great way to bring holiday cheer to your home without having to spend a lot of money. Simply string some lights around your banister, on a window sill, or anywhere else in your home that feels appropriate.
A Little Goes a Long Way
It can be tempting to want to go and buy every holiday decoration under the sun but trust me, that’s not necessary. In fact, homes can go from tasteful to cheesy real quick.
Instead of spending hundreds of dollars on a lot of items, pick a couple of your favorites and proudly display them around the house. You’ll not only save money, but your home will also feel tastefully decorated. You want people to feel nice holiday cheer when they walk inside your home, not feel like they’re entering Santa’s workshop.
DIY Projects
Because we all have so much time on our hands this year, use it as an opportunity to complete some holiday DIY projects. Whether you’re wanting a new Christmas wreath on the door or garland for the fireplace, take it upon yourself to make it happen!
While it may be easier to go out and buy decorations, you’ll be more proud to display something you made with your own two hands.
Sentimental Over Spending
The holiday season is all about spending time with family and the people you love, so put that on display. If you have children, use it as an opportunity to show off their sweet holiday arts and crafts.
Maybe you have something from one of your parents that’s been passed down or something silly you made when you were a kid! The sentimental holiday decorations always mean more than anything you could ever find at a store, so don’t be afraid to show them off.
