The holiday season is upon us, and plenty of us have already begun to decorate by setting up our trees and dressing them with our favorite ornaments. But seeing the same decorations every year can become boring and predictable. Unique Xmas decorations can help with that: from Pre-lit birch trees to DIYs, spicing up your Xmas decor can be exciting and provide the change you need. Keep reading to learn more about some of these unique (must have) Xmas decor ideas:

1. Pre-lit birch trees

Both breathtaking and simplistic, pre-lit birch trees are a unique must have decoration for this holiday season. Not only are they absolutely adorable, but their lights add a lovely ambiance to the interior of your home. They’re great for living rooms, bedrooms, home office spaces, and even kitchens—you really can’t go wrong! These lovely little birch trees are available in a variety of places, both in store and online, for a range of prices and different branch styles. Plus, they’re easy to display and manage! What isn’t to love?

2. Antiques

For plenty of people, there’s no better time to visit their local antique stores or thrift shops than the holiday season. With so many unique finds—from practical items like winter coats to cute gifts for loved ones like ceramic frogs—antique and thrift shopping is the perfect way to find adorable items for a reasonable price. Of course, the same is true for Xmas decorations: what better way to find unique, must have staple pieces than by browsing antique stores and thrift shops? From cute and classic Santa ornaments to little wooden window displays, you’ll surely be able to find a unique decoration that could be in your family for years to come!

3. DIYs

Do you have kids? If so, DIYs can be the perfect way to showcase both your love for Xmas and your love for your children! From ornaments with your child’s handprint or footprint to popcorn garlands made as a family, DIY decorations are 100% unique and can add liveliness to your usual tree and setup. If you don’t have kids, though, don’t worry! DIYs are for those of every age: if you’re in the mood to make your own ornaments and other decor, there’s no better time than Xmas! Not only is DIY decor authentic, but it’s super cute and can be great if you’re on a budget like many people during the holiday season!

4. Ribbons

Who doesn’t love ribbons? From pink to green, ribbons are becoming even more popular and trendy these days. So why not use them as Xmas decorations? One way to make this happen is by decorating your tree with them. However, ribbons can also be used to decorate wreaths, garlands, railings, and more. Some advantages of using ribbons as decor include the wide range of colors available—allowing you to tailor the color to your other decorations or general aesthetic—alongside their cost effective nature. From the dollar store to more expensive craft stores, ribbons can be bought from many different places. Thus, to add the perfect amount of festive cuteness to your holiday season, try ribbons!