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As the days grow shorter, there’s something comforting and nostalgic about dressing your home for the ever-approaching festive period. Christmas is the perfect opportunity to slow down and embrace the warmth of the season, making your space feel welcoming and cosy for those long winter evenings. From heritage tartan patterns to twinkling lights, these tiny touches can turn any space into a winter wonderland.
We’re here to help you bring the festive spirit into your home this Christmas, with timeless style and effortless decoration tips, let’s build a festive haven you’ll love, so you can get cosy this Christmas.
Before the evergreen garlands and glitter comes out, creating a cosy foundation to your space is key. Warm textures and tones go hand in hand with the spirit of Christmas, so think layers of soft furnishings in tones of deep seasonal colours, and warm toned lighting for a calming effect.
We’re building from the ground up, so start with your floors. A beautiful rug instantly anchors your space and is perfect for tying together your Christmas décor. Adding comfort underfoot and softening the sound of busy festive gatherings, the Hug Rug Eco-Washable range is the ideal choice. Created here in the UK from recycled material, it brings sustainable style to your space.
To add richness to your room, choose a deeper hue, such as Country Paisley Green, or Dark Florals. Alternatively, for a rug that will let your Christmas decorations shine, choose a neutral rug such as Brocade Border for a timeless backdrop to your festivities. Best of all, Hug Rug’s washable design means you can enjoy a warm and cosy lived-in home without the worry of muddy boots after winter walks, or those inevitable Christmas crumbs.
Few patterns feel as festive and timeless as tartan, especially when it comes to festive home décor. Rooted in heritage and woven textures, it instantly brings warmth, nostalgia and a touch of British charm to any space. Whether you’re looking to give your hallway a festive refresh, or curating a cosy living space, a hint of plaid can bring an inviting touch during the winter months, and beyond.
For a stress-free, stylish way to introduce plaid, introduce soft furnishings such as cushions, throws and rugs. Hug Rug’s Isla Plaid Eco-Washable Rug is the perfect choice for layering colour underfoot. Choose from a range of tones - Isla Plaid Emerald is the perfect festive touch, whilst Neutral is perfect for a softer aesthetic – that all blend effortlessly into both modern and traditional interiors.
As Hug Rug is designed to be washable, they aren’t just beautiful, they’re practical too! Handle the bustle of Christmas hosting with ease, whilst your rug stays looking it’s best. From high-traffic hallways to cosy living spaces, enjoy the tartan charm, without the worry.
There’s a growing trend for a more natural and grounded Christmas look, taking inspiration from the outdoors to create a calm and rustic feel.
Start by layering festive greenery around the home. Think fresh garlands made from fir or eucalyptus draped effortlessly across mantlepieces or banisters, with a simple wreath on your door offering a timeless welcome. For an added touch, weave in dried oranges, or cinnamon sticks – they bring an organic and subtle scent that instantly feels like Christmas.
To bring together the rest of your festive décor, balance your natural touches with soft, yet tactile materials. Choose linen for your table, drape your seating with wool throws, and fill woven baskets with logs or baubles. Together, these create a texture and depth that represents a cosy and timeless festive atmosphere.
As the daylight fades early, nothing will transform your space quite like your Christmas lighting. Think of lighting as a finishing touch that brings all of your decorative touches together, and as the element of your décor that creates mood and atmosphere.
To truly create a warm inviting space, layer lighting to add depth – twinkling lights on shelves, paired alongside warm toned lamps by your sofa, and candles on dinner tables. Here you’d like to avoid stark, overhead lighting in favour of soft, golden tones that glow.
Christmas is about you, your family and your memories. The personal touches you add are the meaningful details that make your home uniquely yours.
Choose ornaments you’ve collected over the years, and mix those vintage pieces with modern ones, or find your new favourite throw and drape over the well-loved armchair in the corner, ready for those cosy winter evenings.
Dressing your space for Christmas is about more than decorations, you want to create a space that brings warmth, familiarity and joy. So, whether you’re hosting a big family celebration, or enjoying those quiet winter evenings, the right décor can make every space feel special. With Hug Rug, your home can look beautiful all season long, no matter how many muddy boots, mince pies, or mugs of mulled wine come its way.
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