12 Christmas Wreath Decorating Ideas and Tips

As the most wonderful time of the year draws near, adorning your home with Christmas wreaths and floral decor ushers in yuletide warmth. This time honoured tradition mixes spaces with cheer that delights family and guests. Whether you deck halls yearly or are trimming a wreath for the first time, let these creative tips guide your celebrations. You will also learn how to pick pleasing wreaths, great hanging methods and arrangements incorporating seasonal flowers. With these insights, transform homes into winter wonderlands reflecting the hope and joy of the season. You will learn easy ways to make spirits bright through natural beauty with purpose and care. Our ideas help you craft not just a house, but a Christmas home.

1. Door size matters

Are you looking for the perfect wreath size for your door this Christmas? You'll want to make sure your festive decoration fits just right. For your standard 91-centimeter door, Lily's Florist suggests choosing a wreath between 60 to 66 centimeters in diameter – this creates a beautiful, balanced look that catches everyone's eye. While you can choose a larger wreath for extra holiday cheer, remember to keep it practical. You'll want to make sure your wreath doesn't interfere with opening and closing your door, especially if you're welcoming lots of guests this festive season.

2. Hang it right

A Christmas wreath must be positioned at eye level.  If you’re concerned about leaving a hole in your beautiful door, you can hang a wreath using self-adhesive strips, an over-the-door wreath hanger, or a ribbon suspended from the top portion of the door frame. 

3. Stick to a theme

Consider a wreath that matches or complements your indoor Christmas decor.  Continuity is ideal and having a main focal point when decorating is ideal to avoid having a chaotic jumble of Christmas decorations in your Christmas flower arrangements. 

4. Consider other spots or spaces to hang a wreath

Any wreath-less surface in your home can accommodate a Christmas wreath.  The front door is the first pick but you can also hang a wreath on a blank wall in the living room or hallway or from a window above the kitchen sink.  You can likewise hang a wreath with a mirror as the backdrop

5. Deck the halls with miniature wreaths

Effortlessly bring a jolly Christmas vibe into every corner of your house through mini wreaths. Smaller circular greens with pops of colour by the stairs, on a narrow hallway, on a large window, and in bedroom doors can instantly make your home merry and bright.

6. Update an old wreath

Breathe new life to your old faux wreath by adding extra greens and embellishments.  Sometimes a sizeable new bow is all it needs to save a wreath. 

7. Play with materials and textures.

Thinking of DIY-ing this year’s Christmas flowers or wreath?  Don’t limit yourself to fresh or faux greens as a base.  You can use various materials in different colours and textures to create your own Christmas wreath.  Aside from moss, branches, and twigs, you can use ribbons, craft balls, mesh, loose Christmas tree branches, paper, fabric, felt poinsettias, and even Christmas lights.

8. Add a personal touch to a ready-made wreath

Don’t settle for just the basic store-bought wreath.  Add personality to it and jazz it up with paper cut-outs, paper banners, or some of the decors you’ll put in your tree. 

9. Get quirky

If you’re ready to unleash your inner creative, go ahead and decorate your wreath in a non-traditional way.  Put your own spin on the usual Christmas wreath and go big or bold, or both.

10. Infuse fragrance into a wreath

You can count on the natural fragrance from fresh green wreaths, but you can also infuse a holiday scent on faux ones using scented pinecones.  Treat pine cones with concentrated essential oil and use them on wreaths or in gift baskets. 

11. Water your fresh wreath

You can take your fresh wreath down at night to let the branches and sprigs absorb water or just spritz them with H2O every day.  Misting is all that’s needed to extend the life of fresh wreaths and garlands. 

12. Shelter your wreath from the elements

Your fresh wreath will stay green and lovely and last throughout the holiday season if you give it proper care.  Aside from regular misting, ensure that the fresh wreath is out of direct sunlight and not too close to a heat source or vent. 

Decorating with wreaths kindles more than visual flair - it rouses the joy and wonder of the season within your home. Mindful consideration of wreath styles and placement lets you harmonise décor with your personal touch on holiday spirit. Infuse your personalised touch through creative embellishments and thematic elements reflective of cherished traditions. Practice attentive care of fresh greens and botanicals so your displays retain their luster throughout. Equipped with these tips, you can now ornament spaces that truly resonate and reflect the essence of Christmas for all who gather there. For anyone interested in learning about the symbolic Christian origins of holly and ivy paired with Yuletide flowers, more history awaits. If you have an interest in the role of Holly & Ivy in Christmas flower symbolism you can find that here.

For more holiday inspiration, don't miss our other post on "Dos and Don'ts When Sending Christmas Flower Gifts." This insightful article offers valuable tips and advice for choosing the perfect floral gifts this festive season. Whether you're looking to brighten someone's day with a bouquet or want to know the best practices for sending flowers during the holidays, our guide provides essential information to make your floral gifting thoughtful and memorable. Read it now to ensure your Christmas flower gifts are as special and well-received as your beautifully decorated home. Visit our blog at Lily's Florist for this and more festive ideas!

This article was first published on 24.11.23. It was updated with some fresh content and a few other links to other related Christmas blog posts and published again on 25.11.24.