Vintage Christmas Decorations: 13 Nostalgic Christmas Display Ideas
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We’ve all been there. As adults looking back on childhood Christmas celebrations our memories include Christmas displays we loved. We get nostalgic over those vintage decorations and even long for the hard Christmas candy that filled our stockings.
My favorite vintage Christmas decorations include silver icicles and shiny brite ornaments. Our tree was always sparkly. I don’t have a single shiny brite ornament from my past but I have collected dozens over the years and they hang on our tree.
Vintage Christmas Decor Displays That Bring Back Good Memories
Blow mold Santas and candlesticks also bring back good memories. I like to use them on our front porch. The lights are so cool when it turns dark.
I've shared some of my favorites decor from the past. What is your favorite vintage Christmas item. See if any displays bring back memories.
You don't need to invest in brand new decorations to create a stunning Christmas ambiance in your home. Instead, explore yard sales, barn sales, and antique shops throughout the year to discover unique vintage items that can enhance your holiday decor.
Cindy from DIY Beautify shares creative tips for decorating your home in timeless red and white hues for a touch of nostalgic Christmas charm.
I was thrilled to find a collection of vintage Putz houses at an estate sale. Creating a Christmas display featuring these houses and trees became my favorite way to decorate for the holiday season.
Pam from House of Hawthornes decorated her dining room for the holidays with a mix of vintage Christmas ornaments from her childhood, as well as vintage decorations found at thrift shops and estate sales. The result is just lovely!
Sara from Sadie Seasongoods loves decorating with vintage postcards and shares creative ideas for displaying them. The vintage Santas are simply beautiful.
Michael from Inspired by Charm has an amazing collection of vintage mini deer Christmas decorations. These charming little deer, feature large expressive eyes and add a delightful nostalgic vibe. What a great way to infuse your holiday home with a bit of vintage charm.
Here’s a collection of Christmas decorating inspiration that showcases vintage finds and unique treasures from my personal stash, spanning several years—all in one convenient place.
Check out these easy ideas for decorating with colorful vintage Christmas decorations throughout your home.
Vintage window frames make excellent decorations for the Christmas season! Simply mount a window frame on the wall and adorn it with a garland along the top. The DIY jingle bell wreath looks just lovely on the frame.
Easily add charming vintage touches to your bookshelves for the Christmas season with gorgeous ideas straight from this holiday home in Vermont.
Get inspired by these 7 top tips for effortlessly creating festive Christmas displays, complete with affordable and clever tricks!
I hope to spark some inspiration for you! I've compiled all my Christmas porch posts into one single entry. Now, you can easily explore my top ideas for delightful junk-inspired Christmas porch decor in one place!
My hubby did good with this incredible collection of vintage glass Christmas ornaments. They add so much festive color and charm to any room in the house.
Author: Kathy Owen
Kathy Owen is the founder of the home decor blog Petticoat Junktion where she shares tutorials on painting furniture and upcycling thrifty finds into unique home décor. Her DIY projects have been featured on the Home Depot Blog, Plaid Crafts, Behr Designer Series, and in numerous magazines.