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1. A flocked pre-lit Christmas tree to kick things off with a festive *bang* — what would the holidays be without a stunning tree to serve as the centerpiece of all your decorating???
Promising review: "With the price of this tree I was not expecting the quality to be just great but I wanted a flocked tree and I’d be happy with it! My expectations were definitely reached far beyond what I thought I’d get! It is a beautiful, full, flocked tree! Super easy assemble. Took about an hour and a half to fluff! Still need to decorate it but I am absolutely amazed! 10/10 100% recommend!" —Andrea Oaks
Get a 4.5 foot tree from Amazon for $69.99+ (available in three colors and five sizes).
2. An adorable set of reindeer tealight holders you'll want to buy a ton of to create an entire fleet of festive friends throughout your home. Rudolph would certainly approve.
Promising review: "So. Freaking. Adorable. I got them for my mom as an early Christmas present. Everyone who came over to our house during the Christmas season gushed over these cuties. And I had to send the link for their Amazon page to at least two people." —Haley Livingston
Get a set of six from Amazon for $9.76.
3. A beloved LED lights panel (over 70,000 5-star ratings!) that'll transform your home into a cozy holiday hangout. They can be used indoors and out, so I hope you're ready to get serious about your decorating.
It comes with eight lighting modes and has a lifespan of 1,200+ hours!
Promising review: "Very happy with this purchase, especially for the price. We bought two sets to hang on the ceiling in our family room during the winter when it gets dark so early. Fantastic! We used the Command small clear decorating clips to hang them. Worked like a charm! Originally intended just for the holidays, but it brightens up the room so well that we have left them up. Nightly use for several hours for several months. Couldn't be happier!" —Anonymous
Get a 6.6-foot by 9.8-foot set of lights from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in five colors).
4. Or some snowflake LED string lights to make you feel like you're *~walkin' in a winter wonderland*~ even if you're just strolling from your living room to the kitchen — you can also hang these outside!
These battery-powered lights come with two modes (flashing and steady), and are attached to flexible wires to give you creative freedom. Don't forget the AA batteries!
Promising review: "I loved how small the snowflakes were — I was expecting them to be bigger snowflakes and look a little more unrealistic, but these are perfect! I also love how they are battery-operated so I can put them outside, we don't have outdoor outlets where I live. Thanks so much for my amazing product!! :)" —Courtney
Get a set of two 21.3-foot-long strands from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in white light and warm light).
5. Or (!) festive snowflake window decals that are *so* easy to put up you can recruit your kids (or lazy roommate) to assist — no need to fumble with electrical wires for this lovely decoration.
Promising review: "I LOVE THESE! They look great and you can barely see the cling outline! They stick easily and hold on well. If you're thinking about purchasing them, do it! They're so worth it!" —Amber Flavin
Get a pack of 135 decals from Amazon for $8.99.
6. A battery operated pinecone-shaped candle for your carefully curated Christmas table. No need to worry about it melting all over your gorgeous dishes or that table cloth you inherited from your grandma.
7. A fluffy reindeer-print throw blanket with a different plush material on each side — it's just waiting for you to throw it on your cart then immediately wrap it around you to watch The Holiday for the umpteenth time.
And it can be thrown in the washer and dryer when it's time to clean!
Promising review: "Bought this during Christmastime to cozy up watching holiday movies. Looks great, keeps us warm, and my family loves it!" —Cloud 9
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (also available in twin, queen, and king sizes, as well as 15 other colors/prints).
8. A darling Rudolph doormat to let everyone know just exactly who your favorite of Santa's sleigh pullers is — shocker, it's the one with the shiny red nose who saves the day!
Just note that the red and black buffalo plaid mat in the reviewer photo is not included, but you can find a similar one here if you love that look!
Promising review: "Excellent doormat and super cute! Very thick — good for getting snow and mud off your boots in the winter. Great size! I am extremely impressed!" —Mtngrl84
Get it from Amazon for $20.98+ (available in five sizes).
9. Rainbow felt holiday light garland for anyone with a colorful Christmas aesthetic. These will certainly do the trick!
Promising review: "Really cute and easy to string together. Adds a festive pop of color that I was looking for." —gabriellajayne
Get a set of four from Amazon for $21.99.
10. Or a Hanukkah felted garland featuring menorahs, stars, and traditional blue, yellow, and white colorings that'll take your Festival of Lights to the next level.
I have this Rifle Paper Co. collab garland and cannot wait to hang it up! This is the first year my son is starting to understand what the holidays are about, since we celebrate both Hanukkah and Christmas it was important to me to find a fun way to decorate for both holidays. This was a great addition to my planned decor for the season — it's so cute!
Get it from Pottery Barn Kids for $39.50.
11. Or glittery pre-lit garland that'll immediately *~spruce~* up any archway, mantle, or railing in your increasingly-festive home. It features with faux pinecones and berries and its artificial pine needles are hypoallergenic and fire-resistant.
Reviewers say it does shed a lot of glitter, but it can be used outside for less mess!
Promising review: "This garland is gorgeous. The berries and pinecones and lights just look so nice together. The wire running through it is stiff and doesn't lose its shape. It also has connectors on both ends. That being said, the glitter that falls off of this garland WOOOOOOOW! If you mind glitter being everywhere, this probably isn't the garland for you. If you're like me and don't mind the glitter, you won't be sorry that you bought this. It's absolutely beautiful!" —Rachel
Get a 9-foot-long strand from Amazon for $32.61+ (available in plug-in or battery-operated designs).
12. Or (!) a strand of ruby red poinsettia garland you'll want to tell the world about — no maintenance needed after you beautifully hang it. It'll add a fun pop of color to your holiday festivities.
13. A pair of plush light-up gnomes for adults who missed out on the whole "Elf on a Shelf" thing — give a gnome a home instead.
Don't forget the AAA batteries!
Promising review: "Love it! Exactly what my living room needed for extra holiday magic. Perfect size and lighting." —Lily Ice
Get them from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in three styles).
14. An LED star tree topper that'll quickly become *the light of your life* once you see how it creates a magical projection show on your ceiling. So magical!
Keep in mind that reviewers say the projections are more effective when there's more space between the topper and the ceiling.
Promising review: "I adore this so much, I bought two and placed them in the corners of the room, so the snowflakes light up the entire vaulted ceiling! My 8-year-old thought we were in Frozen, and danced like Elsa." —Lauren
Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in three designs).
15. A pre-lit pinecone and berry-studded wreath your mail carrier will certainly appreciate while they adjust to the sky being darker earlier — it's the little things, right?
Don't forget the AAA batteries!
Promising review: "Perfect fluff and quality! Love that this wreath looks gorgeous on our front door and has an automatic timer that turns it on for six hours and off for 18 — takes all the thinking out of it! Beautiful warm lights, too!" —Heather
Get it from Wayfair for $31.99.
16. Or a darling holiday wreath adorned with tiny houses and trees to make up a mini village that'll live right on your front door! It's a unique option your neighbors will surely compliment you on daily.
Promising review: "I absolutely LOVE this Christmas wreath. It is even nicer that I imagined! The village houses, bottle brush trees, and delicate details create an enchanting atmosphere. It's so pretty on my door. I've received numerous compliments from neighbors and visitors, all marveling at the unique and whimsical design of the wreath." —Christian
Get it from Amazon for $25.99.
17. A pair of snowflake embroidered throw pillow covers you'll fa la la la fall in love with from the minute you plop them onto your couch,
Just slip 'em over some pillow inserts and zip up to close. For fuller, fluffier-looking pillows, opt for an insert that's two inches larger than its cover — these covers are 18" by 18", so these 20" by 20" inserts would work well. Oh, and the covers are machine-washable!
Promising review: "I normally don’t give reviews, however, these pillowcases are by far my favorite purchase. They fit my existing pillows perfectly and don’t even let the dark brown fabric show through! I love them! They are beautiful, well-made, and will be the perfect accessories for my sofa this Christmas. I cannot wait to have them displayed!" —Wendy
Get a pair from Amazon for $16.99 (available in five colors).
18. A set of glitter-specked handcrafted coasters so your lovely coffee table won't have to be sacrificed to your love of hot chocolate.
Promising review: "I love these coasters! They are the right size for a big mug of tea, good quality, and the sparkles are so pretty. They are understated but elegant — not too little or too much 'sparkly-ness.' I am really glad I got these. They not only work well (as coasters), but they are good quality and don't slide around on my desk." —Katrina79
Get a set of four from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in five color combos).
19. And a holiday-themed glass from Anthropologie you've likely started seeing all over your TikTok. (Unless you are oddly not flooded by Christmassy posts like I am...) Good luck trying not to buy the entire set — each one is more beautiful than the last.
Check it out on TikTok!
Promising review: "I bought one of each glass online. I noticed in the description they are all handmade so I didn’t expect them to match perfectly. I absolutely LOVE them. No two the same but such a nice and cute set. Much heavier than I was expecting. Really happy I decided to get these." —BecT
Get it from Anthropologie for $16 each (available in four styles).
20. A sort-of creepy but hilarious ceramic Nicolas Cage ornament for anyone who is prone to treating this *national treasure* as the only St. Nick in their life. At the very least, this will definitely get the conversation flowing at your holiday party.
Lemons Are Blue is a small business based in New Orleans that makes fun and personalized gifts, from wine tumblers to throw blankets.
Promising review: "This is the most perfect ornament that has ever existed." —ursulamchan
Another promising review: "Bought this to hide on my parents' Christmas tree as a joke. Our whole family loved it, and we pointed it out to any visitors, who also thought it was hilarious. It’s very high quality, looks good on a tree, and is funny. What more could you ask for?" —Jake
Get it from Lemons Are Blue on Etsy for $14.99.
21. Or a set of monochromatic ball ornaments to add some coordinated sparkle and shine to your tree. They're made of plastic, so if you have kids or pets or are simply just clumsy, you won't have to worry about these shattering.
Promising review: "These are my favorite ornaments. I love that I can still have the look of glitter without any mess! All of the pretty stuff is inside. On the outside you have a clear, mess free bulb. I have received so many compliments on these and will buy more next year. I have dropped them and my one year old has tossed them around without any concern or damage. Highly recommend!!" —Gatt
Get a set of 30 from Amazon for $23.99 (also available in sets of 16, 20, 24, 25, and 48, and in four sizes and 15 colors).
22. A dainty candy cane-themed table runner you can set out for your annual cookie swap — and don't worry about crumbs getting on it, since it's machine washable!
And here's a full tablecloth version, too!
Promising review: "Perfect addition to my holiday candy bar! I got many compliments!" —Sue Barbarich
Get it from Wayfair for $15.99+ (originally $17.99+; available in five sizes).
23. A mini tabletop tree to bring some holiday cheer to your tiny apartment, because you shouldn't have to feel like The Grinch if you don't have space for a full-sized spruce. This one comes lit and unlit options.
Both come with a red fabric base tied with a gold bow, and feature realistic needles that are fire-resistant and nonallergenic. You can also pick up tiny ornaments to decorate with!
Promising review: "I bought this for my mother who is a nursing home resident. The tree is battery-operated, so we didn't have to worry about having it approved by hospital staff. The timer is easy to set and she doesn't have to worry about turning it on and off every day. After taking it out of the box there was only a little adjusting of the branches. You can also hang small, lightweight ornaments on it for trim. Everyone who comes into her room admires it." —gma J
Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available pre-lit or unlit).
24. Or an iconic replica of Charlie Brown's Christmas tree (complete with Linus' blue blankie!) for anyone who gets super nostalgic about the classic cartoon this time of year.
It plays the "Linus & Lucy" Peanuts theme (and includes two AAA batteries). It's also an officially licensed Peanuts item!
Promising review: "'It's Christmas, Charlie Brown!' Just looking at this tree brings a smile. Simple, elegant in its humility. It just brings a bit of nostalgia remembering all past Christmases watching Charlie Brown and the gang on television kick off the Christmas season in our house. It is a pleasure to own a replica of the original. Adding the theme at the push of a button is a nice touch. We absolutely love it!" —D. Stovell
Get it from Amazon for $20.99.
25. A dazzling snowfall lantern that'll provide you with a magical, sparkling snowstorm to enjoy without any pesky shoveling to follow — just add batteries to watch it light up with flurries!
Don't forget the AAA batteries!
Promising review: "These battery-operated snow globes are the best new gift of this Christmas season!!! Ingenious, constantly rotating glittery snowflakes and a pretty little light to shine on the scene. A wonderful new decoration that will last for Christmases to come." —M. Foreman
Get it from Amazon for $27.98.
26. Light-up faux birch trees, in case you've always dreamt of decorating your home as chic and stylishly as Martha May Whovier.
The branches are flexible so you can arrange them to your liking, and they come with a UL-certificated and waterproof adapter.
Promising review: "These trees are a BARGAIN for the money! They’re neatly packaged and go together in about a minute. Shaping the branches took maybe five minutes. I have an 8’ in the primary bedroom, another 8’ for my library, and the set (8’, 6’, and 4’) for the living room. I’m going to purchase another 8’ for my front porch, and another set of three for my lanai. They may be plastic, but they look beautiful, and they feel sturdy. Even though I also do a traditional tree, I love that these birches look gorgeous with very few decorations! They’re festive for really any season, so I’m likely going to just un-decorate and leave-up the one in my primary bedroom. If you’re on the fence about these, I’d say just do it! You won’t regret it!" —Thom Lundy
Get one eight-foot tree from Amazon for $67.99 (also available in sets of two or three in a variety of sizes).
27. Holiday-themed appliance handle covers for anyone looking to bring the festive fun into their kitchen while also preventing smudgy fingerprints from taking over — less cleaning means more time to indulge in the season!
It includes Santa, Rudolph, snowman, and teddy bear designs!
Promising review: "Love these!! These are the cutest!! I got a lot of compliments on them. Really dresses up the kitchen for Christmas!! Very cute!!!" —Glenda Jones
Get a set of six from Amazon for $22.99.
28. A self-inflatable gingerbread person that'll make decorating your outdoor space a breeze — plug 'er in and watch as all the neighborhood kids gather to welcome their new cookie-shaped friend to the block.
It stands five-feet-tall and comes with interior LED lights, a sand bag, two fastening ropes, four ground stakes, and a UL-certified plug.
Promising review: "Really like the colors and vibrancy, and that all of the tie-downs were included. The blower works great! Had this up for over three weeks as a Christmas decoration. The grandkids loved it. I believe that I’ll get years of use out of this inflatable decoration. Price was about half of what the big ticket stores were selling these for. Great bang for the buck." —Michelle D.
Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (also available in dinosaur and penguin designs).
29. A portable fireplace that'll bring the cozy warmth of a full-size furnace to your one bedroom apartment — not only does it provide extra warmth, but it'll also provide you with the ability to make holiday s'mores (which is a trend I'm convinced is just waiting to happen).
Flîkr Fire is a family-owned small business, and their personal fireplace is fueled by isopropyl alcohol, meaning no carbon monoxide. Simply place the fireplace on a stable surface, add the fuel, wipe up any spills, and light it with a long-handled lighter or match for 45 minutes of flames.
Promising review: "Really awesome little firepit. Perfect for intimate dinners or small gatherings — it's also portable and burns clean." —Cheron
Get it from Flîkr Fire on Amazon for $99 (available in two styles).
30. A "Fresh Balsam" three-wick candle you'll love after just one sniff — it'll send you on a mental vacation to a Christmas tree farm but without the stress of trying to choose a flawless fir.
I have this candle and, wow, if you're a fan of fresh tree-like scents this is certainly the one you're going to want to light this season. It's made with natural essential oils (yay!) and just truly smells diviiiiine. The decorative jar is an added bonus that'll upgrade your holiday decor. Win-win!
Get it from Bath and Body Works for $24.95.
31. Or a "Sleigh Ride" candle featuring the festive scents of cranberry and mulled wine, a perfect option for anyone who feels a bit overwhelmed by the smell of peppermint and cookies.
Evil Queen is my all time favorite small business, let alone my go-to shop for candles. They're woman-owned and sell all kinds of candles with fun labels that'll make you want to try 'em even if the scent isn't your typical go-to. This "Sleigh Ride" candle is honestly delicious and an unexpected (but fantastic) holiday scent option. The label is fun and makes it *very* gift-y, but the scent, WOW!
Scent notes:
Top: Orange Peel, Cinnamon, Lemon
Middle: Cranberry, Red Currant, Black Currant, Green Leaves, Apple Cider
Base: Red Wine, Woods, Vanilla, Fir, Pine
Get it from Evil Queen for $22.
32. A Lionel North Pole Central train set you certainly won't regret choo-choo choosing to display around your Christmas tree every year.
It comes with a battery-powered remote and tracks that can be shaped into a circle, oval, or rectangle. Don't forget the AAA batteries for the remote and C cell batteries for the train itself!
Promising review: "This is a beautiful decorative Christmas train set for around the tree or any other festive plans you may have for it. I was very skeptical at first reading about the plastic track and battery powered wireless operation. But the track comes in very short sections and is very sturdy. Connects together very tightly and strong. The operation was flawless, from the wireless controller to the train rolling along the track without any issues at all. Again, as part of holiday decorations, for under $100 it's a home run. This is perfect for the season and the wallet. No regrets. Very happy with this purchase." —Scotty Blonde
Get it from Amazon for $86.25 (also available in two sets with track expansions).
33. Monogrammed needlepoint stockings to hang by your fire with care or, you know, wherever you can manage to hang them in your home. Mine typically live on my bookcase (so my child can't constantly pull them down).
Last year I (Heather) had to secure a new stocking for my son's first Christmas. I decided to start our family's tradition over and ordered new stockings for all of us from L.L. Bean — they seem to constantly be available and have enough patterns for everyone in the fam to get their own! Next year I'll be ordering another design for my baby girl! The quality is fantastic (as is the needlework) and they look cute with any type of holiday decor.
Promising review: "Love these Christmas stockings! Very well made, large, colorful and personalized. Bought four for each member of the family when my son and daughter-in-law had twins and now bought a fifth for their new baby." —Jan R.
Get it from L.L. Bean for $29.95 (available with or without a monogram and in nine styles).
34. A faux wood tealight candle holder that'll bring your non-functional fireplace to life and add all kinds of cozy vibes to your home. Just remember to blow out the candles before you drift off to dreamland, plz.
It holds six tealight candles (or LED tealights), which aren't included.
Promising review: "We do not use our fireplace and were tired of the bare look. Decided to give the fireplace area a little glam and this piece looks amazing in it. We are using LED tealights until we purchase some tealight candles in glass holders. The LED lights still look great though, and we LOVE it!" —TM
Get it from Amazon for $79.95+ (available in birch and oak designs).
35. A splurge-worthy outdoor arch shaped like a present — it'll be the gift that keeps on giving each team you pull up to your house and thank "wow, my decor looks incredible."
Get it from The Home Depot for $199.
36. A few bottles of Mrs. Meyer's Iowa Pine-scented hand soap you can place in your kitchen and bathroom to ensure everyone smells like a freshly cut Christmas tree when they visit your home. Delish.
"My hands get *super* dry in the winter, but I love Mrs. Meyer's soaps because they actually keep my hands feeling nice and soft! This soap is made with moisturizing olive oil and aloe vera, and is cruelty-free and Leaping Bunny-certified." —Brittany
Promising review: "We love this for winter. Lovely scent of a pine forest, but not too strong for me (I have a very sensitive nose). We love Mrs. Meyer's soap; it is moisturizing and leaves hands feeling very clean." —Nicci DH
Get a pack of three from Amazon for $14.67.
37. And a faux-fur trimmed rug shaped like Aunt Bethany's fried cat from National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation — place this under your tree and just *try* not to break out into a fit of giggles.
BCreativeDad is a small business from Huntsville, Alabama.
Promising review: "My family is a big Christmas Vacation fan and I was obsessed with Aunt Bethany’s cat! Can’t wait to wrap her up and give it to my sister and brother in law for Christmas! " —Courtney
Get it from BCreativeDad on Etsy for $29.39+ (available with or without lights).
Reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.