November 2025
We work closely with the talented Interior Designers at Show Business Interiors to stay up to date with the latest design trends and insights, helping us create spaces that maintain a timeless appeal.
In this guide, we’re sharing four ways to add Christmas into your home in a budget friendly way, from sustainable décor ideas and cosy textures to the scents that make the season truly special. Read on to discover how to bring warmth, style and a touch of eco-friendly elegance to your home this season.
Bring the outdoors in with festive greenery. A classic pine garland draped across your mantel, eucalyptus displayed on the dining table, or simply a festive wreath on your door can instantly add warmth and fragrance. Mix in pinecones, cinnamon sticks and dried oranges for a timeless, rustic feel. Not only do they look festive, but they also fill your home with that comforting scent of Christmas.
Tip: Wrap fairy lights through garlands for an evening glow.
Scent is one of the most powerful ways to evoke the feeling of Christmas. Spiced orange, cinnamon, pine, or vanilla are all often associated with Christmas, allowing the seasonal feel to fill the air.
Tip: Light a scented candle or use a diffuser to create subtle layers of fragrance throughout your home. A consistent scent helps tie your décor and atmosphere together.
Before buying new Christmas decorations, take a look at what you can recycle or refresh from your current collection. Old ornaments can be spray-painted in your chosen colour palette and last year’s wreaths can be updated with new greenery or bows.
Tip: Mix textures and finishes. Combine matte, metallic, and natural elements to create a layered, designer look without spending extra.
A cohesive colour palette can instantly elevate your festive décor. Whether you love traditional red and gold, winter whites and silvers, or a more modern mix like sage green and blush, stick to a few complementary shades throughout your space for a calm, stylish look.
Tip: Use soft furnishings like cushions, throws, and table linens to repeat your chosen colours around the room for a polished, cohesive finish.
Adding Christmas to your home doesn’t have to be complicated, it’s about creating warmth, joy and togetherness. With these ideas, you can transform your space into a festive retreat that feels welcoming and full of personality while keeping sustainability and timeless design at heart.
Step inside The Harrison show home at Elmbrook Park, Coppull, thoughtfully decorated for Christmas, and discover how magical a Story home can look and feel during the festive season. Take in the twinkling lights, cosy touches and seasonal style and don’t forget to keep an eye out for the mischievous elves hiding along the way!
