CHRISTMAS DECOR IDEAS AND NOSTALGIA

CHRISTMAS DECOR IDEAS AND NOSTALGIA

6 Ways to Add a Little Nostalgia to Your Christmas Decor

Vintage and retro Christmas decor brings back fond memories and can make any space feel playful. Grab that box of Shiny Brites and add a little whimsy to your Christmas decor this year.

By Becky Rapinchuk
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If you have a vintage or copy Christmas storybook or vintage Christmas cards, make them a wreath. We love Rain’s idea of making a Tin Roof’s vintage storybook wreath. You will never look at these old cards or story books in the same way again.

2. Vintage-Inspired Christmas Crackers

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Making vintage Christmas crackers is simple and a cute addition to your holiday table. We love how Life is Party uses a retro Christmas Gold Book to make this beloved cracker. Follow the simple tutorial to make your own holiday table decoration.

3. Vintage Bells and Baubles

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A light color scheme mixed with vintage bells and baubles adds vintage glamor and cheer. We love how Shabbyfufu uses a neutral palette and soft blues to upgrade his vintage decor. Relaxing and retro at the same time – very stylish!

4. Vintage Toy Trucks

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Place a mini toy Christmas tree on the bed of the vintage toy truck for a fast and loving way to add a retro touch to your Christmas ornaments. Put your fancy truck on a table or fireplace or put it together for additional holiday appeal. We love all the easy ways to wear holiday-style vintage toy trucks from Robb Restyle.

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5. Gather Your Glassware

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Use glassware to display vintage ornaments or create a small winter scene on a table, bench or fireplace. We love the idea of grouping glassware on a table by Fox Hollow Cottage to create a Christmas center. Fake snow, vintage decorations and ornaments arranged in glass containers make a wonderful vintage display.

6. Place Ornaments in Unexpected Places

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If you have unique or colorful ornaments or ornaments with broken straps, display them in an unexpected place. We love the idea of having ornaments under a Christmas tree – how smart!