Last Updated on November 2, 2024 by Kimberly Crawford
Coastal Christmas decor is one you wouldn’t expect to see since the coast is associated with summer and not winter. If you’re living by the coast where it doesn’t but want to celebrate the holidays regardless, here are 8 coastal Christmas decor ideas that can help you greatly!
1. Christmas Tree Made of Driftwood
Consider creating a driftwood Christmas tree for a simple and beachy take on the classic design. Either buy a pre-made one or arrange driftwood pieces to create a tree-like structure. If you’re a fan of it already, you don’t have to put any ornaments on this unique tree!
Otherwise, you can adorn your driftwood tree with beachy, soft decorations in aqua, white, and light gold, as well as nautical elements like sand dollars and starfish. This unusual tree maintains a festive atmosphere while adding a little beach to your house.
2. Seashell Ornaments
Create seashell decorations to include the seaside into your Christmas décor. Gather or buy a range of shells and turn them into one-of-a-kind tree ornaments. You may paint them in delicate golds, silvers, or whites for a more festive look, and you can knot them with twine.
Even during the winter, your tree will seem like a homage of the seaside thanks to seashells, which perfectly encapsulate coastal existence.
3. Color Scheme of the Coast
Use a sea-inspired color scheme to give your Christmas décor a light, beachy feel. The pristine white, sandy beige, light blue, and gentle aqua hues all combine to create a calming, marine mood.
Make use of these coastal colors for your throw cushions, table settings, and tree decorations. To add a little festive glitter without detracting from the laid-back, beachy vibe, you may add delicate accents of gold or silver to the ensemble.
4. Nautical Garland
Make your own nautical-themed garland to give your mantel or stairway a maritime feel. Use seashells, little starfish, and driftwood pieces, then tie them all together with twine. For a wonderful beach impression, you may also add tiny buoys or blue and white beads.
However, you can use coastal-colored ornaments if you don’t have enough nautical items to create a garland. To add a touch of oceanic appeal to your Christmas décor, drape the garland over your fireplace, along fences, or around windows.
5. Beachy Stockings
Replace the conventional Christmas stockings you have hanging around with ones that have a beach theme. Seek out stockings made of nice and beachy fabrics in coastal hues.
You may also purchase or make stockings with rope decoration, seashells, or starfish. For a stylish festive effect, hang them along a wall or beside your fireplace.
6. Starfish Tree Topper
For a seaside Christmas touch, use a starfish in place of a traditional tree topper. At the top of your tree, a big, white starfish creates a dramatic and distinctive display.
You may add a little glitter for a cheerful, beach-meets-holiday appearance, or leave it natural for a more understated beach mood. To bring the entire idea together, combine it with more beach decorations.
7. Coral Centerpiece
For a real beach look, include coral in your Christmas decor. Make use of fake coral as a table centerpiece or mantel decoration. The sea coral will grab the attention of most visitors as corals have an organic and beautiful shape.
These ocean treasures’ organic forms and calming hues give conventional Christmas décor a distinctive, coastal edge. If you’re looking to upgrade the sea coral, add some additional coastal decorations around it like seashells.
8. Gentle White Lights
Use soft white lights around your house to add to the coastal Christmas decor’s airy, beachy vibe. For a cozy, beachy light, place them in transparent glass containers with seashells, wrap them around garlands, or wind them around your tree.
In keeping with the tranquil, beachy atmosphere you’re going for, the soft lighting produces a quiet atmosphere.
The coastal theme uses seashells and driftwood alongside colors inspired by the ocean. These elements come together to create a unique holiday atmosphere.
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