The festive markets are in full swing, twinkly lights have been switched on across the country, and soppy supermarket ads have flooded our TV screens. It’s official, people: Christmas is almost upon us, which means it’s time to get your tree up and the seasonal decorations hung for all to see – if you haven’t already. There’s no excuse not to get involved in spreading Christmas cheer, so even if your home is more compact than most, don’t let that put you off embracing the festive season. There are lots of ways you can decorate your London flat to make it all cosy and sparkly this Christmas – here are some of our favourites.

Go miniature

Small space living doesn’t mean you should go without a Christmas tree, but it might mean you’re best suited to a smaller – and, we think, cuter – one. With a miniature tree, you can make it the centrepiece of your dining or coffee table, and it’ll look just as festive as a full-sized one. It’s also possible to get your hands on mini wreaths and nativity scenes, which can then be stored away in time for next year.

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Put Christmas cards on the wall

This trick is great for those who need their mantelpiece space for other things. By sticking your Christmas cards up on the wall, you’ll be saving space and avoiding the frustrating problem of picking up the cards that have fallen on to the floor at the slightest hint of a breeze.

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Hang decorations from ceilings and around doorways

Preserve the space on your surfaces and walls by hanging your festive bits and bobs from the ceiling in each room and around doorways. This’ll look original and make the room feel less cluttered.

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Declutter

If you want more space on your shelves and table tops for Christmas decorations, you’ll need to make it yourself by getting rid of stuff you don’t need. A big declutter will leave you with plenty of room for candles, wreaths and glowing Santas (if that’s what you’re into). Plus, it doesn’t have to be permanent – put your belongings in storage and you can collect them after Christmas.

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Tiered food stands

When you’ve only got a small dining table and you’re putting on a gigantic Christmas feast, tiered food stands are a great move. With your sprouts, spuds and Yorkshire puds spreading upwards rather than outwards, you’ll have plenty of room for place settings and your turkey centrepiece.

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Festive furnishings

Replace all duvet covers and throws in the bedrooms and living room with festive alternatives. That way, you’re using exactly the same amount of space as you always do, and still injecting a Christmassy vibe into your home.

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Transparent decorations

See-through decorations are the way forward when it comes to small space living. A clever trick often implemented by designers, transparent reindeer or Christmas tree ornaments are both festive and sophisticated. Plus, they’ll go with any interior and colour scheme.

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Decorate picture frames

When you’re lacking extra space to fill with decorations, make little festive adjustments to fixtures like picture frames. Whether it’s a bit of tinsel or some fairy lights, decorating in this way is simple and saves space.

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Have you got any great space-saving ideas for Christmas decorating in a small home? Let us know in the comments section below, and have a very merry Christmas indeed!

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