And just like that, Halloween is down the hatch and the festive season is fast approaching. Suddenly, all window displays, street lights, living room corners and radio jingles start to echo one thing: Christmas time is here, happiness and cheer!
And, Mariah Carey has officially declared festive season to be in full swing.
Now as we all know, busting out your best tinsels is a part of getting into the festive spirit, but I’ve taken a backseat on the maximalist approach to Christmas decor this year.
I know, I know. It’s a special moment, retrieving and dusting off the old box of Christmas decorations from the garage. Strips of vibrant green, red and gold tinsel mixed in with your favourite festive baubles and homemade stars for the top of your tree. It’s like reliving a childhood moment with the same joy and excitement every year. Trust me, I get it!
I will always treasure my box of tinsel and baubles, but I want to take a more sustainable approach to my Christmas decorating this year. I want my decor to be clean with very few colours that don’t overwhelm, and I want to keep the plastic to a minimum.
Well, what is a choosy woman to do about her Christmas decor? She researches and finds only the best of the best. I’ve done the work, now I’m passing my knowledge on to you!
The following minimalist decor guide for the festive season is comprised of items sold by small businesses and artists who share a genuine excitement for the festive season. Some of these goodies could even pass off as all-year-round decor, which I love. Without further say or ado, let’s jump into the festive pool:
What to put on your sustainable, minimalist Christmas wishlist
Christmas Tree Candles by ASHE Decor, R40 from Tinsel Toes
Felt Angels, R95 from Tinsel Toes
Cookie Christmas Tree Decorations, pack of three for R52, from Harck and Heart
Lindor Silver Cracker, R74 from Lindt
Handcrafted clay Christmas smoker, R600 from Tinsel Toes
DIY Gingerbread Cottage, R420 from Harck & Heart
Wooden star string lights, R199.99 from Mr Price Home
Rustic clay gold leaf baubles, 5 for R350 from Tinsel Toes
Lindt teddy milk, 100g for R55,20 from Lindt
Woven star hanging decor, R159.99 from Mr Price Home
Christmas House Candles by ASHE Decor, R90 from Tinsel Toes
Quilled Christmas stars, R65 from Tinsel Toes
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Feature Image: Tinsel Toes