Decorating ideas for apartments, condos, kids’ bedrooms, and any tiny rooms where you celebrate the holidays.
When it comes to holiday decorating, you may think that small space living means leaning into the “little” part of Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas. But tiny areas can still feel big on holiday cheer if you choose size-appropriate decor to complement your space. Even in the most modestly sized room, you don’t have to forgo a Christmas tree if you focus on practical elements like tree shape, profile, and height.
Before choosing a tree, think about how you use a space during the holidays. Do you need floor space for guests and gifts? Are you decorating a room you use every day, or adding a small festive moment to a bedroom or office? Starting with the way you live in the space makes it easier to choose a tree that feels joyful without getting in the way.
Tabletop Trees: Save Precious Floor Space
Tight on square footage but can’t imagine December without the warm glow of a Christmas tree? A tabletop option is the ultimate space-saver while still delivering maximum merriment. Leave the tree simply lit and undecorated for a laid-back look, or trim it with small ornaments to add festive flair. Layering a tablecloth, a runner, or a length of holiday-themed wrapping paper under your tree will help it pop while anchoring your décor.
National Tree Company’s 3 ft Pre-Lit Nordic Spruce makes for an excellent centerpiece for larger tablescapes while our 2 ft Pre-Lit Majestic Fir is ideal for side tables and shelves. (Bonus: Both trees’ lights are battery operated, so there’s no awkward power cord to tuck away.) Tabletop trees are also versatile enough to enhance other small spaces like RVs, offices, and kids’ bedrooms. Don’t stop at just one: Placing them throughout your home can help you really deck the halls!
Pencil Slim Trees: Draw Eyes Up
If you’re looking for an eye-catching Christmas tree option that can easily integrate into a small space, a pencil or slim tree could be just the right fit. With widths starting around 22 inches, these skinny stunners are made for narrow spaces or anywhere you want to display a tree but need a little more elbow room. (National Tree Company’s 6.5 ft. Slim Fraser Fir, for example, has an apartment-friendly 40-inch width, compared to some of our full-size 6.5-foot options that measure around 55 inches wide). And if you have high ceilings, you can really deliver a big impact with a tall, slim tree. Our Pre-Lit Kingswood Fir Pencil Trees range from 4 feet to as high as 14 feet for maximum “wow” factor.
Entrance Trees: Turn any Corner into a Celebration
You don’t need a grand foyer to show off an entrance tree. They’re right at home in a small space and perfect for displaying a few sentimental ornaments. With a slender profile and short stature, they’re not as intrusive as a slim tree, but still have an ample number of branches without overwhelming your home. They’re small enough to tuck into a corner, next to furniture, or even atop a low table for a more dramatic display. (And how adorable would this 3 ft. Pre-Lit Hampton Spruce look in a kids’ bedroom?)
JinglePop™ Trees: Decorate in Under a Minute (Seriously)!
Not only are National Tree Company’s JinglePop™ trees ultra-fast to set up, they’re also collapsible for easy off-season storage. Assembly takes 60 seconds or less and we’ve taken the work out of holiday decorating: Our 6 ft. Pre-Lit Pop-Up Everly comes with lights, while our 6 ft. Pre-Lit Pop-Up Frosted Everly comes pre-lit and flocked to look like it was dusted with freshly fallen snow.
Garland: Elongate Any Room
Simply can’t fit a tree in your space? A strand of greenery can help emphasize the height of a room. Simply drape garland over a mirror, window, or curtain rods to help accentuate a room’s height or consider dressing up a doorway by pinning up a swag or two. You can also hang a tension rod wrapped with a strand of garland (like our 9 ft. Pre-lit Crestwood Spruce Garland) between a doorway. Just remember to use a heavier-duty rod (like a shower curtain pole) to best support the weight of the garland you choose. Many of our garlands are pre-lit and/or pre-decorated, but you can also add your own ornaments, pinecones, ribbon, or bows.
Space-Saving Storage: It’s in the Bag
Taking down your tree after the holidays is never as fun as putting it up. Plus, finding a place when storage space is scarce can be a stressful way to end the season. A tree storage bag is an ideal solution: National Tree Company’s Christmas Tree Storage Bag holds dismantled trees up to 9 feet tall, with handles for easy carrying and stowing…and then taking out of storage again next year!
There’s something for every space, no matter where you celebrate the holidays: Shop our Trees to narrow down options by height and shape.
