Where would we be without the humble bauble? They are exciting, inexpensive and add bursts of colour, light and glitter to your Christmas tree throughout the festive period. In fact, they are the one Christmas decoration many of us couldn't do without.

Coming in a variety of different shapes, sizes, colours and textures, Christmas baubles have become one of the major symbols of Christmas.

However, did you know that they aren't solely used to beautifully adorn your tree? Baubles have so many other possibilities. From dangling them from ceiling beams to enclosing them in cute jars to make your Christmas table a real-life winter wonderland, there is no limit to what you can do with them!

Discover how you can maximise the festive feel in your home this holiday season with our guide to making the most of your baubles.

Decorative bauble ideas

Who said beautiful baubles were just for the tree? Well, you certainly didn't hear it from us! For years they have faithfully served us as tree decorations, sitting pretty and bringing a smile to anyone's face who sees them.

But, there is so much more to the bauble. In fact, baubles can serve a wide variety of decorative functions both inside and outside your home.

Let us talk you through some of these genius ideas and see if you can resist giving them a try this Christmas!

Hang from lights

Often, space will be an issue in the home, which can pressure you to find decorative ideas that still look amazing while not taking up too much unnecessary space.

By thinking laterally, you can make your home pop with colour and fun. Why not hang baubles from lamps, overhead lamps and even chandeliers, if you have any? These will bring an exciting and funky vibe to your lighting while remaining ever so Christmassy!

You can use ribbons cut to different lengths to create an illusion that the hanging baubles are raining down into your room, or use fishing wire for an almost invisible effect that will generate a bit of magic.

Make the most of your mantelpiece

One of the focal points of your living room is the fireplace, where many of our Christmas decorations will end. So why not add a bauble or two to the mix? 

Mix them in between tall church candles, dried berries and fruits, holly, green leaves and other shrubbery to bring something a bit different to your fireplace.

Personal touches gifts

If you are feeling generous (and why wouldn't you, it's Christmas after all), you might decide to give some personalised baubles to friends and family. Handpainted Christmas baubles are a great gift for those you love.

You can decorate them however you like, which is a great way to bring festive cheer to the whole family.

Hang from different heights from beams or rafters

Large baubles look great hanging down from the ceiling. These could be all one colour or a mix of different tones and shapes, or you could decide to choose a particular colour scheme and run with that. 

Place on door handles

What's to stop you from giving your doors the wow factor this Christmas with a festive decoration or two? Christmas baubles, especially paper ones, look modern and edgy when hung from door handles. 

Not only this, but paper types won’t make much noise each time you open and close the door!

Suspend from holly

Christmas wouldn't be Christmas without some holly, whether real or pretend! If you have a holly wreath, tie some baubles into it for more of a pop, or if it is just a few branches, tie a bauble or two to them and see the difference it can make. You can also add some sparkle with glitter too!

Add to a beautiful bell jar

This is one of our favourite ideas here at Christmas Tree World for how to utilise your surplus festive decorations wonderfully. 

Simply place them in a glass bell jar. This will not only look elegant and chic, but depending on what type of baubles you choose to use, they can add colour and oomph to any area of the home.

Pile into a bowl

While we are most definitely not recommending that you ditch your five-a-day, why not use your fruit bowl to inject a bit of festive fun into your kitchen? Stack the baubles any way you wish and add some extra touches; this could be a sprinkling of glitter, festive beads, a flurry of tinsel, some pinecones or shells, whatever you have to hand and like the look of!

Make your vase Christmassy

Similar to the bell jar idea, a vase can also work well as a smart, organised vessel for your decorations. Layer them with bits of branches, dried berries, and even some ribbon or beads, and you have a beautiful centrepiece for Christmas Day lunch.

Decorate the outside of your home

You may spend hours decorating your tree, but why can’t you decorate the exterior of your home with outdoor baubles? Using these nimble decorations is a great way of adding splashes of colour and glitter to your garden or front door. 

Shatterproof bauble wreaths are a beautiful alternative to more traditional Christmas wreaths as well. Consider adding a red, gold, or red & gold wreath to the entrance to add a touch of glamour! 

What to consider when choosing Christmas baubles

Two of the most important things to consider when purchasing these decorations are what material you need and their design.

Material

You might wish to shy away from baubles if you have young children or pets at home who may find the allure of the baubles to be too much and potentially injure themselves.

Thankfully, there are many fabulous shatterproof baubles that look amazing and will last a long time too!

Design

Think about what type of bauble you want and where you will place it. Let's face it; baubles come in thousands of colours, sizes and designs, so choosing the right ones for your home might initially seem like a tricky task.

But by considering exactly what you want to do with the baubles, whether on your artificial Christmas tree, looped over a door handle, or suspended from the ceiling, you should get a better idea of precisely what you require.

FAQs about Christmas baubles

How do you accessorise with baubles?

There's no right or wrong way to spread some festive joy with baubles, but there are infinite possibilities on how to do so! You can makeover whatever you wish with pretty, colourful ones or more minimalist baubles. You can add them to vases, hang them from pictures and lights, or even use them to brighten up your mantelpiece with a festive makeover.

What do you fill clear baubles with?

You can fill a clear or frosted bauble with just about anything, from glitter to multicoloured felt balls, even sweets and chocolate. They also make great gifts into which you can place money, mini stationery supplies or even create a bauble snow globe. The holidays are all about the personal touches, after all!

What can I do with unwanted baubles?

If your baubles have seen better days, there's no need to throw them out. A little makeover could be all it takes to bring them back to their very best. 

If you have too many baubles, a charity shop will gladly accept the donation if they are in a suitable condition. If your baubles are too far gone and terribly out of condition, they can be recycled, depending on what they are made from.

How do you decorate plain baubles?

A bit of glue and glitter can go a very long way to give it a bit of pizzazz. Or, you might prefer to paint them. The kids will love helping you with this one, and these baubles can be kept as precious mementoes for years to come or gifted to family and friends as presents for their own trees.

Make this Christmas one to remember with amazing decorations from Christmas Tree World

Who would have thought those baubles could be so versatile? There are a whole host of inventive and creative ideas out there to add a bit more sparkle to your home this festive season.

Why not get creative with more inventive ways to use baubles this Christmas and see how these wonderful little additions can make a huge decorative impact, all at a price that won't break the bank!

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