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By: Natalie Elmhurst
Updated: 1/6/2026
The holidays are just around the corner! As you prepare to host your family for Hannukkah or plan your next Christmas party, we're here to help you get creative with your holiday window decor. The windows are the perfect part of your home to get clever with decor during the holiday season. Whether you prefer the modern Christmas look or want to create a cozy, inviting atmosphere, we're here to help.
Here are 10 holiday window decor ideas to consider:
The windowsill is the perfect space to showcase your holiday figurines and festive decorations. You can use this space to show off your Santa figures, snowmen, elves, or nutcracker collection. If you're looking to get creative, consider framed photos featuring Christmas family portraits or create your very own Christmas village scene.
Adding green garland around the window frame or on the windowsill is a great way to add a touch of nature to your space. If you want to get even more festive, you can add ornaments or tinsel.
If you have a big, open window with drapery in your living room or dining room, consider adding a Christmas Wreath over it. This is a simple yet effective way to fully utilize the space with holiday window decor. You can also customize your Christmas wreath to complement the colors and textures of your drapes.
Turn your everyday window nook into a cozy space to read or drink your coffee during the holiday season. If you have a window nook, consider switching the cushion for a more festive fabric. You can also add a chunky knit blanket and pillows to complete the look.
Feeling creative? You can also use snow spray to create your very own Christmas holiday window decorations. You can freehand a design or use a stencil to make it look like real snow in the windows. If you're feeling imaginative, you can use the snow to create shapes. Snow spray is easy to use and easily wipes off with warm water and soap, so if you mess up on the design, you can always try again.
Another great holiday window decor is showcasing your favorite plants on the windowsill. You can add pine branches into small bud vases along the side of the window. If you're looking for a more colorful option, consider red flowers or a poinsettia.
Another simple way to use the space is to showcase your Christmas tree in the corner. Pushing your Christmas tree near the window will make the tree visible from the curb, so all your neighbors can see the lights when they drive by. The light reflected off the windows will also give your tree a natural glow, turning your space into a cozy, Christmas wonderland.
A simple yet effective holiday window decoration option is to add LED lights around the window frame. You can do this either inside or outside of your home, to add to the festive ambiance. If you plan to add the lights to the interior, consider strip lights that you can easily dim or switch colors.
If you get tons of Christmas cards from family or friends, consider taping them around the window frame. This is a sentimental holiday window decor idea that will showcase your love for the ones you love most. When you have guests over for the holidays, they can see everyone's creative Christmas cards for the year.
If you want to make the exterior more festive, consider hanging glass icicles on the top of the window frame. Glass icicles are elegant decorations that will help you create a winter wonderland scene.
No matter how you decide to decorate your home for the holidays, Stoneside is here to help with custom-made window treatments. We have a variety of custom-made shades, blinds, and drapery. Whether you prefer a modern Christmas aesthetic or a cozy, inviting home, we have window treatments that elegantly pair with your unique style.
Schedule a free design consultation today to get started.
