This post shows you the best winter decor ideas for after Christmas.
Just because the Christmas decorations are packed away doesn’t mean your home has to feel bare or less festive.
Winter is still here, and it’s the perfect time to embrace a cozy, inviting atmosphere that carries you through the cold months.
After all, winter is all about staying warm and comfortable, so why not let your decor reflect that same cozy vibe?
When transitioning from Christmas to winter decor, there’s a sweet spot between keeping a little festive charm and shifting into something simpler.
Some people like to ease into it, and I totally get that!
My go-to approach is letting go of the reds (bright colors) and sticking to a more neutral, calming color scheme.
Truly, less is more!
I’ve gathered some cozy winter decor ideas that will inspire you to create a home that feels both stylish and inviting well after the Christmas tree comes down.
Here Are 27 Cozy Winter Decor Ideas For After Christmas
1. Rustic winter centerpiece
Transitioning from Christmas to winter decor isn’t always easy, but keeping subtle festive elements works wonders—just tone down the bright colors.
Pinecones are amazing, especially frosted ones.
Scatter them around or place them in a bowl.
Then place some cozy knits and fresh evergreen in a black vase.
2. Pinecone and spice winter basket
Sometimes the simplicity of a design makes it all the more special—especially when it has that homemade, cozy feel.
You can use any rustic metal basket you have and fill it up with pinecones, woven balls, and tie some cinnamon sticks together with twine.
3. Wine glass candleholders with greenery and pinecones
If you’re looking for a DIY decor idea you can easily try at home, this one’s perfect for you!
Who knew wine glasses could double as candle holders?
To make it even more special, fill the cups with frosted pinecones.
Finally, tie some evergreen sprigs around the base with twine.
4. Rustic pitchers with greenery
Your stairs aren’t left out this winter!
Fill any pitcher you have with some fresh evergreen and tie a pinecone around it.
The great thing is, these aren’t just reserved for your stairwells—you can place them in your entryway, on the front porch, or really anywhere.
5. Frosted pinecone garland
I seriously cannot stop gushing about pinecones!
I just love natural materials, and pinecones are the gift that keeps on giving.
These frosted pinecones will look great in your home this winter.
They’re also a super easy DIY!
Just add a pretty white bow, and you can hang them from your fireplace mantel.
6. Birch log and greenery basket
Nothing says winter quite like a pile of decorative logs!
They may be purely for show, but they definitely bring the drama.
Fill any wire basket you have with birch logs and sprigs of evergreen for that perfect rustic vibe.
But don’t stop there—add some string lights to give it that cozy, post-Christmas glow.
7. Frosted pinecone winter lanterns
Oh, there’s nothing that screams cozy winter like a lantern.
I especially love the glass ones; you can use any mason jar you have at home.
Fill them with some fake snow and sprigs of greenery, then nestle a tealight in the middle.
Decorate the jar with some frosted pinecones, lace, and some twine.
8. Ceramic winter village
The great thing about mini ceramic houses is how beautifully they transition from Christmas to winter decor.
I just love their shiny, porcelain finish. But don’t stop there!
Decorate them with moss, dried flowers, and, of course, pinecones.
9. Frosted pinecones and ornaments
By now, you probably know how much I love pinecones, but trust me—there are still so many unique ways to use them!
Frosted pinecones are especially wonderful for winter decor.
Grab a dough bowl (or any bowl of your choice) and fill it with frosted or silver ornaments, pinecones, and some twinkling fairy lights.
10. Birch and pine winter jar
Honestly, the perfect winter centerpieces are made from natural, everyday items.
If you’re looking for something that’ll catch everyone’s attention, look no further!
Fill a jar with fake snow, then add tall birch branches, a few sprigs of pine, and some pinecones.
11. Minimalist white tray
There’s no winter decor without a decor tray, especially one for your coffee table or kitchen island.
Since it’s for winter, I like a white color scheme with occasional black and brown accents.
A cute idea is to fill a white vase with a pinecone branch.
12. Wooden lanterns with birch logs
Have I told you how much I love lanterns?
They just make so much sense for winter decor!
These ones are perfect for your front porch or even your entryway.
Fill your lanterns with birch logs and drape the lantern with some greenery and pinecones for that special festive touch.
13. Rustic bell with greenery
I still love having a wreath up even after Christmas, but I like to strip it back a little to make it feel less festive.
A variety of greenery, like pine and eucalyptus, makes for a beautiful wreath.
For a unique touch, add a bell, and finish it off with some soft fairy lights.
14. Frosted pinecones and branches
I just love snowy elements when it comes to winter decor, and this one is definitely worth trying at home!
Grab any glass jar or vase you have on hand and fill them with faux snow.
You can either fill one with pinecones and the other with bare branches—or why not do both? It’s winter after all.
15. Hurricane glass lantern with snowy base
This is a fabulous take on the winter hurricane lantern!
I highly recommend using tulip-shaped glasses—their unique shape adds such a lovely touch to this makeshift lantern.
Fill them with faux snow and a few sprigs of evergreen, then top it off with a large pillar candle.
16. Wine glass candleholders with fairy lights
If you’ve been hesitating to create your own DIY winter centerpiece, you honestly have no excuse now!
Grab some wine glasses and turn them into makeshift candleholders.
Add sprigs of evergreen, mini Christmas trees, and finish it off by lighting it all up with fairy lights.
17. Mini Christmas trees in cozy baskets
Unpopular opinion, but I believe Christmas trees belong all through winter!
You just need to keep it really simple—no garlands, no shiny ornaments.
A little string of lights is perfect for those cozy winter nights.
Repotting the trees in woven baskets also makes it feel less ‘Christmassy’ and more like a natural part of your decor.
18. Mason jar fairy lights
Now this is another winter decor idea I love.
I’ll admit it—I’m a total sucker for twinkling lights! But can you blame me?
They’re just so fascinating and cozy. Plus, they’re incredibly simple to do!
Just fill any mason jar with fairy lights, and you’ve got the perfect winter centerpiece.
19. Pinecones, moss, and twigs vase
This is another winter vase centerpiece that you can DIY.
Fill a glass jar or vase with pinecones, sprigs of pine, moss, and branches.
It’s a great way to bring the outdoors indoors this winter.
Don’t forget to add some fairy lights. They work wonders, I tell you.
20. Old sweater winter pieces
I always love sharing unique decor pieces, and this one is a favorite!
You probably have some old sweaters you no longer wear—well, don’t throw them away!
Instead, turn them into candle and vase covers for the perfect upcycled winter decor.
21. Mini metal houses with frosted trees
I really love a quaint and simple display for winter.
Start off with galvanized metal houses of varying sizes.
Then pair them with mini pine trees.
This display is really simple and not overly festive, so it works great for winter.
22. Simple winter arrangement
These vases will look stunning on your sideboard or end table, and the best part?
They’re super easy to create!
Choose any planter that catches your eye—I personally love using unique pots, old pitchers, jars, or even a bucket.
Then fill them up with any winter arrangement you love.
23. Winter terrarium in a glass vase
Keep things really simple and cozy with this glass vase terrarium.
Start off with a small white house, then add in some pinecones, walnut moss, and faux trees.
It’s amazing how you can create a mini winter world all in a glass jar.
24. Farmhouse bucket with birdhouse and greenery
I bet you didn’t think of a bucket when you imagined winter decor—well, you should!
Fill a galvanized bucket with frosty greenery, pinecones, and a rustic birdhouse for that outdoorsy feel.
You can also tie a soft plaid material around the bucket for a little extra charm.
25. Simple winter vignette
I love blending everyday decor with simple festive touches, especially as we transition into winter.
It’s all about getting the best of both worlds!
So feel free to add classic decor like a clock or a wooden candle holder.
For winter decor, add a glass vase filled with evergreen sprigs and tiny pinecones.
26. Rustic pinecone and birch dough bowl
Following the trend of rustic winter kitchen centerpieces, you’ll definitely want to try this one out!
Start with a dough bowl, then fill it with pinecones, birch-covered candle holders, and a bit of greenery.
The mix of textures makes this centerpiece winter.
27. Glass box ornament display
If you still want a dramatic piece after Christmas, this one’s for you!
While many people like to pack away the ornaments, sticking to simple brown and white colors can make them perfect for winter.
Fill them in a glass box and stack them up for the perfect winter decor piece.
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