The holidays are coming up, so here are some beach-inspired decorations to help make your home comfy and coastal:
- Thanksgiving Tablescapes
- Coastal Christmas Trees
- Coral Stockings
- Gold Accents for New Year’s
- Champagne Bar Carts
We’ve found ourselves right in the middle of the -ber months, meaning November and December. Along with that come the holidays. Thanksgiving, Christmas, and the New Year all come back-to-back. So, how can you best prepare your home for these holidays? Follow along for ideas in each season that will reflect a beach lifestyle.
Thanksgiving Tablescapes
For many people, when they think of Thanksgiving, they think of food. The holiday swarms the dining table, surrounded by friends and family. That makes it the perfect time to have a fabulous tablescape. According to Bower Power, there are three things you need for a great table setting: a table runner, chargers, and napkins.
You can provide a coastal element by incorporating those coastal colors of cream, seafoam green, and light blue. The table runner can contrast with any centerpiece while matching the plates to tie it all together. Lucky for beach homeowners, non-orange pumpkins are usually readily available for needs like this! Connecting the napkin colors to the pumpkin colors would be a great way to tie the whole table together.
If pumpkins or pastels aren’t your thing, try using oysters! You’re bringing the sea inside. You can find oyster shells, clean them up, and paint the insides for a gorgeous centerpiece. Then, following the advice above, use whatever color you paint the oysters on your plates or chargers to tie the look together.
Coastal Christmas Trees
A Christmas tree is the heart of holiday decor. The best part about them is that they are customizable. Some people fill trees with childhood crafts, some lean on the latest trends, and some are entirely random. But you can also make it very beachy. There are a plethora of beach-themed ornaments and tree toppers on the market. There are so many that there are even a few directions you can go with them. You could do sea animals with whales, seahorses, and fish. You could go more modern with seashells, driftwood, and coral. Or, you can do a great mixture of everything!
Coral Stockings
Another eye-catching area of the home is the fireplace. For Christmas, it’s where you hang stockings with care. Today, there are so many coastal options for stockings. One of our favorites are these burlap and coral-designed ones. It gives you a touch of beach without being overly flashy. Other options include sea creatures with Santa hats, palm trees, and more.
Gold Accents for New Year’s
Before you know it, it’ll be time to ring in the new year. Lucky for beach homeowners, New Year’s and coastal colors go so well together. It’s all about silver and gold, but when it comes to beach decor, it is mostly gold. Gold accents are the best way to ring in the new year while complimenting beach-themed decor.
An easy way to incorporate those accents is by using long candlestick holders. The trend of using candlesticks is coming back around. This is also a great DIY project. You can find all sorts of candlestick holders at your local dollar store or thrift store, then spray paint them gold. Mixing and matching different styles adds depth to the decor.
Champagne Bar Carts
The countdown is on, and it’s time to pop the champagne! How cute would the champagne look on its own themed bar cart? A bar cart is essential in a home that hosts a lot. To match a coastal style, consider a wicker or gold cart to match the interior decor. Then, for New Year’s, you can add gold champagne glasses, bows, party hats, and gold confetti to celebrate.
The holidays are so celebratory and fun. Homes are filled with family and friends, so it’s time to ensure your home is ready. These beach home-inspired ideas are a great way to bring the holidays to coastal towns.
What are some creative Thanksgiving centerpiece ideas for a beach-themed celebration?
If you’re looking for a unique centerpiece for your beach-themed Thanksgiving celebration, consider using oysters. Clean and paint oyster shells to create a gorgeous centerpiece that brings the sea inside. You can use the color of the painted oysters for your plates or chargers to tie the look together. This coastal-inspired centerpiece will add a touch of the beach to your Thanksgiving table.
How can I decorate a beach-themed Christmas tree?
To decorate a beach-themed Christmas tree, you have several options. You can choose beach-themed ornaments and tree toppers, such as sea animals like whales, seahorses, and fish. Alternatively, you can opt for a more modern look with seashells, driftwood, and coral ornaments. For a balanced approach, mix and match different beach-themed ornaments to create a beachy Christmas tree that suits your style and preferences.
What are some coastal stocking options for beach-themed Christmas home decor?
For beach-themed Christmas home decor, there are many coastal stocking options available. Consider burlap stockings with coral designs for a subtle beachy touch. You can also find stockings featuring sea creatures with Santa hats, palm trees, and other coastal motifs. These coastal stockings will add a festive and beachy vibe to your fireplace during the holiday season.
How can I incorporate gold accents into my New Year’s coastal decor?
To incorporate gold accents into your New Year’s coastal decor, consider using long candlestick holders that you can spray paint gold. Mix and match different styles of candlestick holders to add depth to your decor. Gold accents work well with coastal colors and are a great way to ring in the new year while complementing your beach-themed decor. Additionally, consider adding gold champagne glasses, bows, party hats, and gold confetti to a bar cart for a stylish New Year’s celebration.