Easy Two-Step Holiday Party Decorations

It’s December and holiday parties are in full swing. If you are hosting a holiday party this season, don’t let yourself get overwhelmed with overly complicated decorations. Here at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, we have put together some easy two-step holiday party decoration ideas that you can throw together in an afternoon!

 

Wrap Vases and Candles

Create a quick holiday centerpiece by dressing up some candleholders or vases.

• Step 1: Wrap colored velum around vases and adhere is with double-stick tape.
• Step 2: Use strips of aluminum foil tape to add a metallic sparkle.

 

Twinkling Champagne Table

Set your holiday toasts aglow with a display of golden champagne and candles.

• Step 1: Decorate your buffet table with a runner and votive candles.
• Step 2: Stagger filled champagne glasses among the candles.

 

Layered Snack Bowl

Add some party décor to your snack table.

• Step 1: Place a filled bowl with snacks in a wider, shallower dish.
• Step 2: Fill the bottom dish with small ornaments or tinsel.

 

Winter Place Cards

These clever place cards add height without taking up too much space on your holiday table.

• Step 1: Add a sprig of pine to a tall shot glass.
• Step 2: Top the glass with an ornament tied with a name tag.

 

Party Favor Boxes

Let party favors dress up place settings at your party.

• Step 1: Fill take-out style boxes from craft store with party favors.
• Step 2: Top box with a leaf, flower, or sprig of greenery that matches the rest of your party decorations.

 

Easy Garland

For a dramatic banister, double up on the garland.

• Step 1: Wrap a traditional green garland around your banister.
• Step 2: Attach a contrasting garland to the first with wire ties.

 

Hang Stuffed Stocking

An overflowing stocking on each chair give you dining room a party-ready look.

• Step 1: Tuck greenery and vintage ornaments inside the stockings
• Step 2: Hang the stockings from your dining chairs for a festive Christmas dinner decoration.

 

Family Photo Dishes

Hosting a family dinner? Make it even more personal with family photos as party decorations.

• Step 1: Trim family photos into circles.
• Step 2: Place the photos under glass salad plates.