50+ Easy Ways to Add Christmas Cheer to Your Bedroom
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Christmas is coming, and with it comes a desire to make our homes feel festive and inviting.
If you’re looking for ways to add festive cheer to your bedroom and turn it into your own holiday wonderland, you’ve come to the right place.
In this article, you’ll learn more than 50 easy and fun ideas for decorating your bedroom for Christmas, including sparkling themes like Sugarplum Fantasy, Candy Cane, Greenery, and Peach, as well as trends like fairisle, monochrome neutrals, and festive holiday bedding.
So whatever style you want to create, you can have a Christmas bedroom that’s stylish, creative, and brimming with holiday cheer.
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KIDS’ ROOMS AND GUEST ROOMS
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Gender Neutral: Turn the kids’ bedrooms into a Christmas Fantasyland
Transform their children's bedrooms into a festive, exciting Christmas Fantasyland!
Snuggly red blankets, reindeer throw pillows and a mailbox for letters to Santa make this bunk room by @idreamofhomemaking a winter wonderland.
Even the walls tell the story of Christmas with wall art and decals.
Make the magic come to life with a winter-themed plush toy, garland and lights, and hang stockings from the bedframes.
Don't forget the little things like a sheepskin rug and a mini pine Christmas tree!
With these creative touches, the room will truly be Wow-worthy.
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Photo: @vaughnhillhome
Farmhouse Black and Red Christmas Color Scheme
The timeless farmhouse black and red color scheme is a classic combination that never goes out of style.
Used in homes across the country, it has become a staple for those looking to create a cozy, inviting atmosphere.
Whether you’re starting from scratch or just looking to add some festive flair to an existing space, the black and red color scheme is an easy way to transform any room.
This color combination is versatile enough to work in any room – from the bedroom, to the living room, to the kitchen – the black and red theme is a great way to add style and personality without overwhelming the space.
The classic look is perfect for creating a timeless atmosphere, and the addition of festive touches like the Christmas gifts in the photo above make it the ideal color scheme for creating a warm, inviting home.
But why is this color combo so popular?
According to Carolyn Manzi, Interior Design Expert at The Interiors Addict, “The trick with black and red is that it can be used to provide bold contrast, or to create an inviting, muted look depending on the other colors and décor pieces.
It’s a great starting point for anyone looking to create a cozy atmosphere in their home.”
When working with a black and red color scheme, it’s important to consider the other elements of your space.
Choose furniture and décor pieces that tie the look together and use accessories to add texture and warmth.
The addition of texture, such as the awning in the bedroom shown here, helps to create a visual interest that keeps the look from becoming too monotonous.
The farmhouse black and red color scheme is a timeless favorite that can easily be used to transform any space.
Whether you’re starting from scratch or just looking to add a touch of homey warmth to an existing room, this classic look is the perfect way to achieve a cozy, inviting atmosphere.
With a few simple touches, you can create a unique and stylish space that’s sure to make your home stand out.
Adorable dog!
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Cozy & Cheery Christmas Bunk Room
Whether you are expecting two adults or two children to visit you for the holidays, this bunk room is the perfect place to welcome them.
The soft green painted headboards set the tone for a delightful stay, and the simple yet festive décor creates a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Wreaths adorn the footboards of the beds, and Christmas throw blankets in white and tartan are draped over the white bedding.
Tartan lumbar pillows add a touch of color and pattern, and a red plaid runner leads up to a simple mini Christmas tree.
The tree is decorated with gifts in white wrapping paper and tartan ribbon, and sconces provide ample light for reading Christmas stories in bed.
The overall effect of the bunk room is one of cozy comfort and festive cheer.
It is the perfect place to relax and unwind after a long day of exploring, or to curl up with a good book and a cup of hot cocoa.
Wreaths on footboards
Red plaid runner is especially inviting (I love this one!)
Simple mini Christmas tree with gifts in white wrapping paper and tartan ribbon
Sconces for reading Christmas stories in bed
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Sugarplum Fantasy
Let your little girl's imagination transport to a realm of whimsy and sugarplum fantasy with the perfect room décor.
Pink and green are a classic combination that can make for a sweet room design.
Start with a cotton bed canopy in pink and layer in whimsical elements like a gold bottle-brush tree, a wooden ballerina doll, and Clara Nutcracker Ballet character figurines.
Accent the look with simple white lights adorning the headboard and Christmas sheets or pillowcases in a subdued palette for a full room look.
For an extra dose of sweetness, add a storybook wallpaper of a dreamy castle for a full sugarplum fantasy effect.
Creating your little one’s ideal room doesn’t have to consist of a single color scheme.
When decorating for a sugarplum fantasy, “doing it up in pink” is not the only solution. According to interior designer Karen Frank, “You don’t have to overdose on pink — you can create a fantasy bedroom by combining other colors and elements.”
Using a combination of colors, textures, and elements will make your little girl’s room look special while also leaving room for her imagination to be explored through play.
So, if your goal is to create an imaginative room that captures the essence of a sugarplum fantasy, try adding pink and green to the mix.
With the perfect combination of décor elements, your little one’s room can be transformed into her very own dreamland.
Whether it’s a Clara Nutcracker Ballet character figurine, a gold bottle-brush tree, or storybook wallpaper, you can create a truly special space for your little girl to explore her childhood dreams with a sugarplum fantasy.
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Candy Land Christmas Bedroom
Candy Land is a magical place where the sugar-coated wonders of the holiday season come alive.
Every child deserves to feel the joy and excitement of the season and what better way to make it happen than with a candy-cane themed bedroom?
Candy-cane bedding is a whimsical way to introduce the holiday spirit, while a rustic candy cane sign reinforces the theme without too much fuss.
Star decals, Christmas lights, and a stocking garland will bring cheer and a little extra sparkle to the bedroom.
And, of course, no holiday room would be complete without an elf shoe!
Etsy even has a cute candy cane pillow that is sure to add some sweet charm to the décor.
Decorating any child’s bedroom is a dream come true, but moments spent in a candy cane themed room can be truly special!
Paired with a hot cup of cocoa and a plate of freshly baked holiday cookies, any child’s dream of Candy Land will come alive in this festive room.
It’s a place that will inspire childhood memories that will last a lifetime.
Candy Cane theme
Candy Cane bedding (or blanket or sheets)
Christmas lights
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Teen Christmas Bedroom Decorated with Red Fair Isle Plus White and Blue
When it comes to decorating teen bedrooms for the holidays, there’s a common misconception that bright colors and festive decorations are too juvenile for them.
But the reality is that teenagers enjoy getting in the holiday spirit too! With the right holiday decor, teen rooms can be festive, comfortable, and age-appropriate.
Red and white Fair Isle patterns combined with the soft blues of the room provide a simple yet sophisticated way to tie the room together in a festive way.
An easy way to implement this look is by adding a throw pillow and blanket in the same Fair Isle pattern.
This will create an eye-catching contrast against the blue walls and help tie the room together.
For added holiday cheer, consider adding small touches like a poinsettia and mini Christmas tree.
Placing them in a visual triangle will draw the eye and create a harmonious combination.
Adding an acoustic guitar to the corner of the room is a nice, subtle way to acknowledge the holidays.
Not only does it add a pop of color and texture to the room, but it also invites teens to participate in their favorite holiday traditions.
On Christmas morning, the whole family can gather around and enjoy some festive caroling.
Though bright colors and busy patterns are often associated with youthful decor, red, white, and blue Fair Isle patterns are a great way to incorporate seasonal colors into a teenager’s bedroom.
By using these festive colors and patterns, teens can honor the season in a way that’s both sophisticated and age-appropriate.
For a blue room, just add a throw pillow and blanket in a red pattern to set a merry scene.
Mini greenery acknowledges that it’s Christmastime.
Keep a guitar handy for Christmas carols.
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Photo: @oaktreehome
Untraditional Christmas Color Trend for Kids: Peach
The peach-colored walls of this children's bedroom are the perfect backdrop for the festive decorations.
A small pencil tree stands in the corner, its branches laden with gold ornaments and a butterfly tree topper.
A Christmas wall art print hangs above the bed, and a gold wreath adorns the door.
The finishing touch is a Santa pillow on the bed, which will surely bring a smile to any child's face on Christmas morning.
This bedroom is a perfect example of how to use an untraditional Christmas color trend, such as peach, to create a warm and inviting holiday atmosphere.
The peach walls add a touch of sweetness to the room, while the gold accents give it a touch of glamour.
The overall effect is a bedroom that is both festive and stylish.
Butterfly tree topper
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Photo: @we_dabble
The peach-colored walls of this children's bedroom are the perfect backdrop for the festive decorations.
A simple pencil tree in rose gold stands in the corner, its branches laden with tinsel and gold ornaments.
A dollhouse sits on the dresser, decorated with vintage deer, a miniature tree, and a miniature wreath.
3D paper bags are simple wall decorations, adding a touch of whimsy to the room. And of course, there are stockings hung by the dollhouse with care, ready to be filled on Christmas morning.
This bedroom is a perfect example of how to use an untraditional Christmas color trend, such as peach, to create a warm and inviting holiday atmosphere.
The peach walls add a touch of sweetness to the room, while the gold accents give it a touch of glamour.
The overall effect is a bedroom that is both festive and stylish.
Sophisticated Girl’s Room
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Photo: @sagehillcottage
Such fun in this girl’s bedroom!! Her bedroom is awash in the merriment of the season.
The focal point is a simple flocked Christmas tree, perched atop a wicker trunk.
A toy swan, its form delicate and serene, adds a touch of whimsy.
A garland of Christmas trees, its simplicity belying its power, balances the femininity of the room.
A tabletop tree, is watched over by a single Frosty figurine standing sentinel in the corner.
Vintage ornaments, arranged in an adorable vignette in the bookcase, lend a touch of nostalgia.
A flying swan and princess mobile, its ethereal quality captured in the interplay of light and shadow, floats from her shelves.
A nordic wood tree, its branches bedecked with gold baubles, completes the scene.
Toy swan
Vintage ornaments and shadowbox
Nordic wood tree
Swan and princess mobile
Master/Primary Bedrooms
Photo: @kingstonlanehome
Allow greenery to do all the talking
The white color scheme of these next two rooms (above @kingstonlanehome, below @my.purposed.place) is beautifully complemented by the unadorned greenery decorations.
The simple, natural beauty of the greenery allows it to take center stage, while the red berries and frosted poinsettia add just the right amount of festive color.
The evergreen trees pillow in the room below is a perfect finishing touch, tying the whole look together.
The homeowner @kingstonlanehome of the first room, above, has opted for a more minimalist approach, with only a simple Christmas wreath and garland on the headboard.
The second room by @my.purposed.place, on the other hand, has a more traditional Christmas feel, with a frosted mini Christmas tree and beaded mirror decorated with red berries.
Both rooms are beautifully decorated, but they each have their own unique charm.
If you're looking for a way to add a touch of Christmas cheer to your home without going overboard, unadorned greenery decorations are a great option.
They're simple, elegant, and they can be used to create a variety of different looks.
So why not allow greenery to do all the talking this Christmas?
Here are some additional details about the greenery decorations in the two rooms:
The Christmas wreath in the first room is made of pine branches and holly leaves.
The frosted mini Christmas tree in the first room is made of fir branches and white lights.
The beaded mirror in the second room is decorated with red berries and holly leaves.
The evergreen trees pillow in the second room is made of green fabric and features a white tree design.
Unadorned garland on upholstered headboard
Frosted mini Christmas tree
Garland with red berries
Photo: @my.purposed.place
Sweet dreams of a white Christmas abound in these next three beautiful rooms that continue to allow greenery to do all the talking.
A frosted garland with red roses is hung as the centerpiece above the bed in the middle image. All-white bedding gives a fresh look to all of these rooms, allowing the greenery to stand out.
Frosted garland with red roses
White bedding
Lighted garland
Green and white floral arrangement
Photo: @kingstonlanehome
Photo: Willow Bloom Home
Image via @jennyp_rn
Photo: @jennyp_rn
Use red as an accent for pops of color
Photo: @vasilakaki_esorouxa_drama
The following rooms follow the traditional red and green color scheme. Red is the accent color for decor, while the greenery completes the color scheme. Again, white bedding is most effective.
Photo: @downshirefarm
Decor accessories that stand out:
Photo: @camelotartcreations
Feminine touches in this room above are:
Mistletoe garland and sprays in the tree
Dangling stars from garland
Pink, peach, or red poinsettias
Pink ribbon
Photo: @simple.joy.at.home
The elements that help create a cozy atmosphere above include:
Small wreath
Seasonal pillows ho ho ho , station wagon, red velvet, and plaid
White/neutral bedding
Round tray with candles on a neutral throw blanket
Bench with red plaid blanket and additional seasonal pillows
Simple garland with neutral ribbon on the headboard
Photo: @beyond_gray
Photo: @bellesmill
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Stick with monochrome neutrals for a dreamy Christmas bedroom
Photo: @vintage_home_decor_by_ro
The simplest of all color schemes is to stick with white or neutrals in a monochrome palette. The effect is calming, sophisticated, and charming.
White mirrored armoires reflect and bounce light around the room
White and silver ornaments
White gifts boxes
Boho-style floral arrangements are reminiscent of a frosty field in the room below. Such a unique take on Christmas decorating. These are beautiful in any setting, but especially so with neutrals.
Boho neutral wreath
Boho seasonal floral arrangement
Pom pom blanket
Neutral pillows
Mercury glass accents
Photo: @fleurdelicia.decor
If you are fortunate enough to have a fireplace in your bedroom (or a faux fireplace), take advantage of all the decorating possibilities. Neutrals create a tranquil vignette in the image to the left. Frosted trees bring in nature.
White Christmas village
Frosted downswept mini trees
Wood look wallpaper
Silver bead garland
Twinkle lights
Photo: @lizlovegrowswild
The bedroom above makes you want to stay in bed all day! Simplicity is at the heart of this cottage bedroom. A faux wood beam header defines the nook, and hides the rod for the lace curtains. A mini Christmas tree is adorned with white accessories, white presents, and vintage ice skates. A simple wreath with a white bow complements the tree. White cone trees add a festive touch to the nightstand.
Lace curtains
White cone trees
Simple wreath with white ribbon bow
Small Christmas tree with white ornaments
White present boxees
Vintage white skates
Neutral throw blanket
This romantic Christmas bedroom defines shabby elegance. A white mini tree with a finial tree topper tugs at the heartstrings with vintage frames. A non-traditional base is a pink pottery vase. Cherub candlesticks on a tray offer another light source, and the silver starburst ornaments lay effortlessly on the nightstand.
White mini tree
White finial tree topper
Ornate frame ornaments with vintage images
Cherub candle holders
Shabby tray
Silver starburst ornaments
Pink throw blanket
Photo: @frenchflairfarmhouse
The neutral decorations are perfect in the next bedroom to the left. They do not compete with the ornate headboard and offer seasonal joy. Neutral garland on the headboard, mini tree adorned with a ribbon bow, bench with a throw blanket, and a tray containing a seasonal framed image, a wooden tree, and greenery.
Frosted garland with ribbon bow
Frosted mini tree with ribbon bow
Pink Noel pillow
Neutral throw blanket on the bench
Tray with the wooden tree, seasonal artwork, and greenery
The festive styling of this mirror gives me all the soothing vibes. Twinkle lights and an asymmetrical garland are easy and simple to recreate. Add some pearl beads to an elegant touch. A simple mini tree and presents tied with pink ribbon complete the visual triangle. I think the faux fur blanket makes it extra cozy.
Floor mirror
Garland with pearl swags
Twinkle lights
Mini tree
White boxes tied with pink ribbon
White faux fur throw blanket
Less is more in these simple and easy Christmas bedrooms
Who has time to decorate in December? Do you even think about your bedroom for Christmas? These super easy ideas will be sure to inspire you! Whether it’s adding a simple small evergreen tree, or adding a Christmas plaid throw blanket, sometimes less is more.
A neutral decorated flocked Christmas tree complements this dreamy white and pink primary bedroom. The bed is perfectly made with two ruffled euro shams, pink throw pillows, a pink lumbar pillow, a white quilt and a white blanket casually draped over the side. Notice how the white quilt is folded at the end of the bed over the sheets. Delicate string lights decorate the headboard.
Photo: @the.pink.dream
Photo: @the.pink.dream
The simplest Christmas decor is to mix white or neutral bedding with a simple Christmas tree, and perhaps a Christmas blanket.
The bedroom below is breathtaking in it’s simplicity. It’s a perfect, simple, cost-effective idea for Cottage Style, French Country, or Farmhouse bedrooms.
Photo: @butterflyandbungalow
Go outside and clip a few evergreen branches, and set them in a white pail. Drape a christmas plaid blanket at the end of a bed for the perfect finishing touch.
Photo: @vintagesocietyco
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Above: Nothing complicated here - holiday word art, a small lighted Christmas tree, lamb’s ear wreaths hanging from a ribbon, and lighted garland.
Image: @elevengables
Above: all this room needs is a small Christmas tree decorated with glass bulbs that coordinate with the quilt.
Try a Trending Color Scheme
Photo: @lavenderlaneinteriorsofca
Green and white is a Christmas color scheme growing in popularity. Simple and classy. Whether you already use green bedding or have an all-white bedroom, adding green accents is super easy. Green throw pillows in velvet, a green blanket on a bench, evergreen boughs on the headboard is simple and pretty.
Evergreen boughs or garland on the headboard
Velvet green shams
Green moss balls in a white footed bowl
Green throw blanket
Neutral bedding
White Christmas tree
Christmas centerpiece next to small ceramic trees
Garland wrapped around a mirror
Photo: @mytexashouse
Photo: @thehumblehaven
This farmhouse guestroom or girl’s room, above, is classic. Green mixed with white and black.
Green ribbons on chandelier
Greenery on shelf
Holiday wall art
Green snowflakes
Green Santa
Small evergreen tree
Green blanket
This an adorable Christmas vignette on a three-drawer bedroom dresser, below. A framed Jingle Bells is the focal point, and the rest of the decorations are simple, and could easily be found at a thrift store.
Framed Jingle Bells print
Small vintage suitcase with a green vase and a deer figurine on top
White books
Lighted garland
Textured stocking with sleigh bells
Photo: @sharystudiohome
Decorate with Festive Christmas Bedding
If Christmas is your favorite holiday and you really want to go all out, then Christmas bedding is the way to go. It’s quite popular now to bring the festive spirit into your peaceful oasis. Whether you want to get a Pottery Barn look, or just love the season, here are some brilliant ideas for decorating with Christmas bedding.
Photo: @simplysoutherncottage
This cozy bedroom, above, focuses on red as the main color scheme with green only in the tree, wreaths, and plants.The gorgeous four post bed stands out against the white shiplap on the walls. I love the small round rug to step on when you get out of bed!
Red fairisle patterned quilts and lumbar pillow covers
Red and white plaid sheets
Snowflake euro shams that match the reverse side of the quilt
Red plaid throw pillow on the rocker
Three frosted wreathes with berries ties into the bedding
Simple frosted Christmas tree
Cute dog!
Photo: @angel_cozykitchen
Photo: @angel_cozykitchen
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Photo: @countrycomfyhome
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