How to Decorate a Festive Bedroom for Christmas

Don't completely overhaul your personal space this Christmas season. Create a festive bedroom for Christmas with a few simple decorations.

Are you looking for creative ways to spruce up a room for Christmas? With the holidays right around the corner, now is the perfect time to spread some festive cheer throughout your home – starting with your own bedroom! Give your master bedroom a little more cozy feel with some simple yet effective decorations that will bring holiday spirit to your everyday environment.

Learn how to make your personal space come alive for Christmas, and how to create the perfect winter wonderland ahead of the holiday season. From cozy accessories to subtle touches of Christmas sparkle, you’ll find helpful ideas to transform your neutral bedroom into a festive abode. So grab a mug of hot chocolate and get ready to cozy on up in the best Christmas bedroom.

Create a Festive Bedroom for Christmas

There is nothing better than adding a bit of holiday cheer to the space you love to relax in most. Take some of these Christmas bedroom ideas and incorporate them into your own home decorating.

Reuse or Grab New Christmas Bedroom Decorations

First of all, you need a supply of Christmas decorations to bring that festive feel into your space. Use old decor if possible. Or try grabbing just a few new things here and there until you can build up your stash of holiday decorations. You can see how I added a Christmas feel to my room with some basics that don't need to cost a lot.

• White stocking - Similar here
• Red stocking
• Garland
• Tray
• Cedar stems
• Red berries for garland
• White and red pillow - Similar
• Red pillows
• Red throw blanket
• Jingle all the Way sign

Tip - Decorating can be so expensive if you are buying new every year. So just buy a few hot items for your space at the beginning of the season to bring it to life. However, you can also grab items during off seasons or post season sales for cheap.

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Switch Out Regular Artwork

An easy way to add Christmas spirit to a bedroom is to simply switch out the wall art. Look how much different this room looks with the jingle all the way sign versus the believe sign down below. If you don't use any wall art, swap out the picture frame on your bedside table for a Christmas printable. Don't over think it. Just start by changing little things and slowly build your collection for a Christmas room.

I also added in a small Christmas picture to the nightstand. This doesn't take up as much space and still brings a festive look. Adding in smaller artwork is a really simple way to incorporate some fun elements of Christmas decor.

Add Small Table Decor

In addition to our fun table art, I included a nontraditional mini Christmas tree and a strand of felt garland. You can easily make one of these DIY felt ball garlands on your own and reuse it year after year at Christmas time in any type of decor setting. It's a great way to cut down on decor costs in your festive bedroom for Christmas.

Hang Up Stockings

Don't have a spot in your living room to hang up stockings? Why not add them to your bedroom? Throw in a few festive touches by showcasing your Christmas stockings on your bed frame like I did on my refinished charcoal bed frame. I attached each of our stockings to the bed to create a cozy room feel.

Style a Christmas Bed Tray

Christmas trays are one of my favorite ways for bringing in decor to any space. I love to place it on the top of the bed for an extra focal point on a bed. Plus, they can easily be removed when it is time for bed and then put back the next day. Don't love the idea of a tray on the end of the bed? You can also set a tray on a nightstand or desk.

For this bed tray I used a glass vase with faux pine stems and a red hydrangea to add color. I placed a reindeer in front of it and added another pine branch. So easy, but it adds so much style to a simple space and changes your room into a stunning festive bedroom for Christmas.

Add Garland for a Festive Bedroom for Christmas

Adding a garland to the headboard and footboard changed the look of this bed drastically. Bringing in fresh greenery, an evergreen garland or even a Christmas wreath is the perfect touch to adding in some natural elements of Christmas. However, I would not recommend flocking in the bedroom. The look is absolutely lovely! But flocking can shed a little bit on your bedding which is not ideal for cleaning up.

If you want to incorporate traditional colors for Christmas you can use a red pom pom garland, gold garland or make your own. Simply weave it through the garland for a stunning visual. You can also add red or white berry stems to compliment the traditional color scheme in your festive bedroom for Christmas.

Bring in Christmas Bedding

If you can only do one thing to your room to turn it into a Christmas wonderland, adding Christmas bedding is one of the easiest ways to achieve a festive spirit. Stick with a neutral bedspread and then embellish with stylish accents.

I added a red throw and switched out regular throw pillows to a fun Christmas collection of pillow covers. The bright red and white makes for a beautiful pop of color.

For more holiday bedroom ideas, take a peek at these 9 ideas to transform your room with a little Christmas cheer!

Cozy Christmas Charm: More Primary Bedroom Decor Ideas

Transform your bedroom into a cozy Christmas retreat with a beautiful combination of white bedding and festive red accents. The crisp white linens create a serene and wintery backdrop, while pops of red—whether through throw pillows, blankets, or decorative garlands—bring in the warmth and charm of the holiday season.

The contrast between the pure white and rich red evokes a classic, yet modern Christmas vibe, perfect for creating a peaceful and festive atmosphere. Add a few twinkling lights or a small tabletop tree to the nightstand to complete the magical holiday look.

A few red velvet or plaid throw pillows, paired with a soft red knit blanket or faux fur throw, can instantly transform the room. This simple swap allows you to create a holiday feel without a complete makeover. You can even mix in gold or silver accents for an extra touch of holiday sparkle. With minimal effort, your bedroom will feel like a Christmas wonderland, perfect for unwinding during the busy holiday season.

A neutral-decorated Christmas primary bedroom offers a serene and elegant take on holiday decor, blending the festive spirit with a calming, sophisticated vibe. Soft shades of cream, beige, and taupe set the stage for a tranquil retreat, while subtle holiday touches like textured knit blankets, plush throw pillows, and natural elements such as pine cones or greenery bring a cozy, festive feel without overwhelming the space.

Incorporating metallic accents like gold or silver ornaments, or a few twinkling fairy lights, adds a hint of holiday sparkle. This minimalist approach to Christmas decor creates a peaceful atmosphere, perfect for relaxing and unwinding during the busy holiday season, while still embracing the warmth and charm of Christmas.

Simple Christmas Bedroom Decor Ideas

If you're looking for other simple holiday bedroom ideas, take a look at some of these options.

• Add a strand of Christmas lights or fairy lights
• Display a miniature Christmas tree
• Use Christmas books on display
• Style Christmas ornaments on a decorative tree
• Incorporate Christmas figurines

The holiday season is a time to get creative with decoration, and creating a festive bedroom for Christmas is an easy and fun way to get into the spirit of Christmas. You can use different color schemes, wall art, and Christmas-themed items to create a cozy and warm atmosphere that reflects the holiday. Decorating your bedroom with Christmas-themed items can put you in the festive mood, provide you with great memories, and make for a memorable holiday season.

Happy Decorating!

Brooke