10 Outdoor Christmas Decorating Ideas

The possibilities for outdoor decorating are infinite. Here are some examples to bring the Christmas spirit to life.

1. In this classic display, the rather rigid symmetry is pleasantly set off by the sled, skates and other winter articles nonchalantly placed around the door. 

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2. The summertime flower box can also be used for wintertime displays of such things as lights and other winter decorations. 

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3. Here is one spectacular arrangement! Although there is an abundance of lights, their smaller size creates a less weighty effect than if bigger bulbs were used.

[Photo via Feelin Frosty]

4. This tree completely dressed up with lights certainly puts the magic in the holiday season. 

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5. A Christmas vignette next to the front door can put pretty objects on display like vintage accessories, Christmas ornaments, an old stool and so on. 

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6.  Different sized ornaments hung from the branches of a tree are an eye-catching alternative to classic lights.

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7. The usual function of certain decorations can be put to other uses as well: here, wreathes of various sizes create a pleasing snowman. 

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8. These shooting stars are quite simple to set up, and they stand out from classic decorations, while maintaining a magical fairy-tale theme for the holidays. 

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9. Traditional wreaths are usually made from evergreen branches and dressed up with pinecones and other ornamentation. This wreath turns the principal inside out to offer a pleasing and original alternative.

[Photo via BHG]

10.These pretty rattan ornaments of different sizes are decorated with charming miniature lights to give a delicate and elegant holiday look. 

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