Why Your Entryway Is The Perfect Place To Put A Christmas Tree (Plus Tips On How To Style)

Whether it's currently time to decide where to put your Christmas tree or you are planning ahead for next year, there is one spot in your house that may seem unorthodox, but could actually end up being the best place for it. Not your living room, not your dining room — but your entryway. If you think about it, what better way to welcome someone into your home during the Christmas season? Plus, if you have a glass door or large windows, it may be able to show through to the outside, making the interior look warm and welcoming before visitors have a chance to step foot across the threshold. Besides serving as a seasonally-appropriate greeter, the entryway in many homes is also often one of the taller rooms in the home — meaning you can fit a larger tree without feeling like you are crowding the ceiling. That said, even if you have a small entry area, you can still opt for an additional tree; just make sure that it is the appropriate size for your space. Beyond size, you will also have to determine whether a real or fake tree is best. 

Depending on the layout of your home, the entryway may not be too far from the living room, so it could end up serving as your one and only tree if you don't mind a slightly longer walk to get presents. If your living room is far from your entry but has significantly less space, you may want to consider multiple trees — a smaller one for your living room and a grander model for the entry. 

You probably have a collection of ornaments that you are set on using, if you decide to make your front entry tree the one and only. However, if there is going to be an additional tree, you can rest assured that your family won't put up a fight about killing traditions, which could give you the freedom to experiment with some different decor and trendier style choices on your secondary tree. If this tree is larger than those you have worked with before, don't be afraid to go bigger with your decor. Using larger ornaments can help make the decorating go by a bit quicker and also make more of a statement. Especially if you are decorating more for theme and feel than emotional connection, you might want to keep your ornaments and decor more minimalistic. Embracing a natural look and allowing the tree to shine on its own with only lights and some of these affordable and adorable IKEA ornaments makes for a simple but stunning result. 

For a low-cost, truly unique set of ornaments for your entryway tree, consider making your own DIY Christmas decorations. Not only do they make a fun craft to do with friends and family, but many options are also more eco-friendly (and budget-friendly) than purchasing an additional set of ornaments. Making popcorn and cranberry garlands, dried citrus ornaments, collected pinecones, and festive paper chains is an easy way to bring a vintage feel.