Minimalism + decorating for christmas

Can minimalist even decorate for Christmas? Doesn't that go again what minimalist stands for?

My answer... YES to decorating!
I am a minimalist and I love decorating. To me minimalism is about loving what you have in your life, asking "does this add value?" And for me, decorating for holidays and the different seasons ADDS value. But each decoration is special and has meaning to me. I don't go out and buy all new decorations every year, instead I try to use what I already own. Another part of minimalism is using less space, so that means making sure all my decorations (besides my tree) fit in only two boxes.

Here is how I decorate for Christmas:

Smaller Tree Without Ornaments. 
I love my 4 ft. tree. It's a great size for my modest living room but large enough for me + the family to enjoy the Christmas cheer.

Pillow + Blankets.
This is an easy + fun way to decorate. Also a great way to decorate if you don't like to add holes into your walls, or if you don't have extra time to hang up holiday art, lights or a tree. Plus it's extra cozy with winter blankets, which hardly get used after February with the Texas heat. 

Wall Art.
Artwork is changed in my home each holiday and season. Switching out art instead of adding to what is already up helps keep the home feeling cleaner and less cluttered.

Smaller Decor Items.
Little decorations and figures around the house are a must for me. It adds an extra layer of Christmas joy without being too over the top. Added bonus, they take up less room.

Christmas decorating is meant to be fun. So if you are feeling up to going all out with decorations and lights, it's more than okay to keep it simple and less stressful. 
xx
Abby Cone