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Holly Walsh

Budget Christmas decorating ideas – 44 ways to create a festive atmosphere at home without breaking the bank

A Christmas-decorated staircase with Scandi paper decorations and a striped runner.

We know that Christmas decor can add up and become quite a spenny affair. But whether splashing on festive ornaments isn’t within your means or you simply can’t justify spending on something that sees the light day only for a few weeks a year, there are clever and creative budget Christmas decorating ideas you can incorporate into your home instead.

From DIY Christmas ideas to store-bought decor that won’t break the bank, there are plenty of affordable ways you can inject festive cheer into your abode, whether it’s on the mantel or the dining table. All you need to know is where to buy your Christmas decorations and what kind to go for, with the addition of very minimal crafting skills if you choose to go down the road of making your own. But either way, none of our 44 tips require you spending a small fortune. On the contrary.

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