--- title: "15 Ways to Decorate the Staircase This Holiday Season" date: "2019-11-22" modified: "2019-12-04" authors: - name: "Jamie Birdwell-Branson" job_title: "Contributing Writer" link: "https://www.bobvila.com/authors/jamie-birdwell-branson-2.md" url: "https://www.bobvila.com/slideshow/15-ways-to-decorate-the-staircase-this-holiday-season-53150/" categories: - "DIY" - "Furniture & Design" - "Holidays & Celebrations" tags: - "decor" - "Holiday Decor" - "Holidays" - "How To" - "stairs" --- # 15 Ways to Decorate the Staircase This Holiday Season ![]() ### Dressing the Staircase for the Season ![]() *istockphoto.com* You trimmed the tree and hung the stockings—now what’s the next step? The staircase, of course! It’s [prime decorating real estate](), yet it can be tricky to trick out. So click through these sparkling, inspiring ideas for Christmas decor for the stairs before you create your own stunning showpiece this season. ### Sheet Music Stars ![]() *songbirdblog.com* For a fun and fabulous garland, fold a series of stars from pieces of sheet music, like this one from [Songbird](). Any tunes will do, but why not choose your favorite Christmas carols for extra flair. Then hang stars between balusters and [add some twinkle lights]() for sweet and simple style. ### Full of Holiday Spirit ![]() *jennakateathome.com* It doesn't take much to make a statement in your entryway. [Jenna Kate at Home]() embellished a faux garland with real cedar pieces and a luxe green velvet ribbon that ties back into her other holiday decor. ### Sled the Stairs ![]() *goldenboysandme.com* Add vintage charm to your staircase by attaching a wooden sled from the banister, just like this example on [Golden Boys and Me](). A fair warning to your kids, however: No sledding down the stairs! ### Tread Lyrically ![]() Give stair treads the musical treatment with custom decals displaying the lyrics to “The 12 Days of Christmas.” Each step has a new line of the song, which is sure to get you in the caroling spirit each time you take the stairs. *Available on [Etsy](); $64.99.* ### Go for the Gold ![]() *lowes.com* As they say in the song, everyone wishes for silver and gold, especially when it comes to holiday décor. Spice up a plain evergreen staircase garland with golden sparkling ornaments or add in some metallic touches at the bottom of the stairs by strategically displaying a few golden candles, as the [Lowe's team]() did here. ### Put on Some Pompoms ![]() *atcharlotteshouse.com* Not a fan of red and green? The twist on tradition displayed [At Charlotte’s House]() drapes a jewel-toned [pompom garland]() atop the flow of fir along the staircase. For a glam touch, pop on a few large paper stars. ### A Sparkling Staircase ![]() *sincerelymariedesigns.com* Simple and elegant, this staircase featured on [Sincerely Marie Designs]() has [fresh garland]() wrapped alongside a string of mercury glass balls and satin ribbon. Square vases with glowing tealights on each step imbue an even cozier feel. ### Faux Farmhouse Garland ![]() *homemadelovely.com* Add real magnolia leaves and eucalyptus sprigs to spruce up a faux evergreen garland, as featured on [Home Made Lovely](). As a bonus, the eucalyptus will [add a nice, natural scent](). Attach this farmhouse-style to the staircase with zip ties to keep it secure from prying little hands or curious pets. ### Cinch It with a Bow ![]() *onsuttonplace.com* You can’t get more classic Christmas than a twinkling garland adorned with festive bright red bows, like this one [On Sutton Place](). Space bows evenly along the stairway for symmetry. ### Festive yet Frugal ![]() *inmyownstyle.com* Use garland ties and ornaments you already have to give your staircase an inexpensive holiday makeover. Creating this look for just $10, the blogger at [In My Own Style]() secured the garland ties between staircase railings and hung one simple red ornament from them. ### A Very Hygge Christmas ![]() *cleanandscentsible.com* The blogger at [Clean and Scentsible]() follows hygge, the Danish concept of coziness and simplicity, for her holiday decorating inspiration. A staircase decked in basic green garlands with silver Christmas balls wrapped around the banister imparts a snuggly, comfy feel. ### Merry Monochrome ![]() *haneens-haven.com* Deliver dramatic wow factor by stringing the staircase railing with dozens of monochrome ornaments, as the clever blogger at [Haneen’s Haven]() does. Attach trinkets to a garland and then secure with zip ties. ### Fresh Faux ![]() *findingsilverpennies.com* Add real eucalyptus sprigs onto a faux evergreen garland to give it a fresher, more realistic look—like this staircase garland featured on [Finding Silver Pennies](). The staircase in this display gets extra cozy with the addition of fairy lights and candles on the steps. ### Bring on the Gingham ![]() *ramblingrenovators.ca* Feeling a little bit country this Christmas? Twist red gingham ribbon around a simple evergreen garland like they do on [Rambling Renovators](). The result is fresh, colorful, and very merry. ### Trim the Tree by the Staircase ![]() *lovecreatecelebrate.com* Make the staircase the star of the show by placing the Christmas tree right beside it in the foyer, just like this setup on [Love Create Celebrate](). Bonus: This location makes it a snap to hang the crowning star or angel by simply climbing the stairs. ### Setting the Scene ![]() *bobvila.com* Decorate the stairs for a festive first impression in your entryway. ## Author Jamie Birdwell-Branson is a lifestyle writer who specializes in real estate, home decor, DIY, and travel. Her writing has appeared in numerous publications, including [Zillow.com](), [Elle Decor.com](), [Livability.com](), [Canadian Florist Magazine](), and more. She is an avid antiquer and likes to fill her vintage home with the treasures that she finds. ### Author social links [Twitter]() [Instagram]()