Ready to invite the festive spirit into your kitchen? Here are 18 of the BEST Christmas decor for apartment kitchen that are not only insanely cute, but damage-free as well!
Christmas is a magical time of the year when we transform our homes into cozy, festive spaces. While decorating the living room and dining area may come naturally, we often overlook the kitchen -sadly.
However, the kitchen is the heart of the home, and it deserves some festive cheer too!
In this post, we will explore creative and practical ideas to decorate your apartment kitchen for Christmas that won't break the bank OR damage the property at all!
Whether you have a small or spacious kitchen, I have plenty of tips and inspiration to help you make your kitchen a merry and bright place during the holiday season.
CHRISTMAS DECOR FOR APARTMENT KITCHEN: THE BEST IDEAS
01. Hang Christmas wreaths on cabinet doors + chairs
Give your kitchen cabinets and chairs a merry makeover this season by adorning them with beautiful Christmas wreaths!
This idea will not only add a touch of holiday charm to your space without breaking the bank, but it also maximizes your space by utilizing the vertical surfaces!
Simply use double sided tape / adhesive strips to secure the wreaths to your chosen surfaces to avoid damaging the property!
02. Accessorize pendant lights with ribbons
Jazz up your pendant lights by attaching colorful, striped & glittery ribbons! Yes, it's such a small detail, but trust me, it'll change the ambience of your boring rental kitchen in a split second!
So go ahead & tie a bow on your kitchen island lighting or run it throught the chains of your pendant lights! So easy & budget-friendly it is to invite Christmas into your space!
03. Add festive towels + oven mitts
Swap out your everyday kitchen towels and oven mitts with ones featuring festive patterns and designs!
Whether you opt for a simple buffalo plaid design or one with fun Christmas quotes, this is one of the smallest, yet most impressive ideas when it comes to Christmas decor for apartment kitchen!
So if you're ready to make a big difference and bring a cheerful vibe to your cooking routine, definitely throw some festive towels on the handles of your oven, and place fun festive oven mitts on your countertop as well!!
04. Swap out your regular rugs
Ready to add an extra cozy touch to your boring rental kitchen?
Simply swapping out your regular rugs with ones that are adorned with snowflakes, reindeers or other Christmas motifs (buffalo plaid is a staple!!) will transform your kitchen into the cutest little space ever!
And yes, it only takes this much! No need to spend a fortune or think too big!
05. Run a garland & fairy lights across the windows
Bring the magic of Christmas into your kitchen by running garlands and twinkling fairy lights across your windows!
Use double sided tape to secure the whole garland to the windows, OR (my personal favourite) simply attach two adhesive hooks on each side of the window & let the garland + fairy lights hang from them elegantly!
For best results, make sure you tuck the fairy lights into the Christmas garland!
This simple yet effective idea will create a whimsical ambiance and make your kitchen feel warm and inviting without making you lose your security deposit! Not to mention that tiny bit of extra illumination you get!
06. Use Holiday-themed magnets to decorate the fridge
One of the most underrated Christmas decor for apartment kitchen is undoubtedly a set of cute Holiday-themed magnets! These magnets are tiny, but are such a nice addition to any kitchen!
So get ready to turn your refrigerator into a festive canvas with little Santa Claus, reindeer, snowmen or fun Holiday quoted magnets! You can also DIY Christmas ornament shaped magnets with this simple guide from A Beautiful Mess!!
07. Hang stockings on shelves + open cabinets
Who says stockings are only for the fireplace?
You can, and you SHOULD hang stockings on shelves or open cabinets in your kitchen as well for a creative and unexpected twist! Use mini adhesive hooks that don't damage the shelves & don't require nailing or drilling!
You can even fill them with small kitchen-themed goodies or treats for an added surprise!
08. Display Christmas-themed kitchenware
Bring out your Christmas-themed kitchenware and put them on display this Holiday season!
Whether you put them on display on floating shelves or take out a few cabinet doors just for this reason, it's always a good idea!! And yes, you CAN open up cabinets as a renter, just make sure to store the doors in a safe space!
From mugs adorned with holiday designs to festive plates and bowls, and cutting boards, using these items will such a nice decorative touch to your space & will help you really set the cozy mood for a perfect dinner with friends & family!
09. Place a Christmas centerpiece on the kitchen island
Make your kitchen island the focal point of your holiday decor by placing a festive centerpiece on it! When it comes to the perfect Christmas decor for apartment kitchen, they CANNOT be forgotten about!!
Think a beautiful ready-made arrangement of pinecones, holly, and ornaments. Or you can also DIY one! Use either a tiered tray, or a simple round wooden decorative tray to display mini Christmas trees, reindeer sculptures & your favourite Christmas scented candles.
10. Fill glass jars with gingerbread houses / Christmas candy
You don't have to do big things & invest a lot of money just to have stunning Holiday decor in your rental kitchen!
Simply by filling glass jars with adorable gingerbread houses or colorful Christmas candy & displaying them on your countertop, open cabinets & floating shelves, you'll have another "eye-candy"! Quite literally!
11. Set up a mini Christmas village on the window sills
Ready to create a charming ambience in your basic rental kitchen?
Set up a mini Christmas village on your window sills! Use small figurines, tiny houses, and most importantly, miniature pine trees to build a whimsical scene! If you want to take it to the next level, scatter faux snow across the sill as well!
It's guaranteed to instantly elevate the spirits without damaging the property or taking up your precious countertop / cabinet space!
12. Decorate curtains with festive tiebacks & clips
You probably haven't thought of accessorizing your curtains this season, have you?
But I HIGHLY suggest that you give your kitchen curtains a holiday makeover by adding festive tiebacks and clips! They're super affordable, subtle accents that further beautify your Holiday decor!
Choose ones with snowflakes, stars, or Santa Claus motifs to instantly elevate the festive vibe!
13. Scatter Christmas figurines across the countertop
Once again: the perfect Christmas decor for apartment kitchen lies in the DETAILS!! Note this down, you don't have to go big & hoard a bunch of space-consuming stuff you'll throw out next year.
Rather, sprinkle some holiday cheer across your kitchen countertop by scattering charming Christmas figurines. So easy & cheap!
Whether it's Santa, snowmen, or reindeer, these small decorations will bring a smile to your face every time you step foot into your Christmasy kitchen!
14. Attach a Christmas garland to the pendants of light fixtures
Don't let your pendant lights feel left out of the holiday festivities! Give them a festive makeover by attaching a Christmas garland around them!
Whether it's a garland made of fresh pine, faux greenery, or twinkling lights, draping it around your pendant lights will instantly infuse your kitchen with the spirit of Christmas, so you should be doing it!!
This simple, affordable idea will instantly add that extra festive touch to your space!
15. Apply a fun banner on a boring backsplash
Is your kitchen backsplash feeling a little lackluster? Give it a festive facelift by applying a fun banner this year! It's honestly such an easy and affordable way to inject a dose of holiday cheer into your kitchen!!
Choose a colorful and playful banner featuring Christmas-themed messages or cute illustrations. Simply attach the banner above your backsplash using adhesive hooks or clips!
Not only will it add a pop of festive color and pattern to the space, but it will also serve as a delightful backdrop while you prepare the best Holiday dinner for your guests!
16. Get a festive tablecloth & runner
Dressing up your kitchen table for the holidays is a MUST!! Swap out your everyday tablecloth and runner for ones with festive patterns and colors, as soon as you can, because this is super important!
Choose designs that feature snowflakes, reindeer, or classic Christmas motifs to instantly transform your kitchen into a merry dining space!
If you'd like the little details: the candle holders, the plates, the napkins & the tiny Christmas sculptures to be in the spotlight, definitely opt for a red or black buffalo plaid tablecloth with a simple white runner!
The festive tablecloth and runner will add a touch of elegance and make your meals feel extra special. So, gather your loved ones around the table & and let the magic of the season come alive with a festive table setting!
17. Roll in a Holiday-themed bar cart
Have a boring, awkwardly empty corner in your kitchen you're not sure what to do with? Roll in a festively decorated bar cart then!
Decorate a cute gold or rose gold tiered bar cart with holly, ball ornaments, twinkling lights, faux snow and mini pine trees or other cute Christmas sculptures.
Of course, stock it with seasonal beverages and snacks, mugs, festive plates, and other merry essentials so that you & your guests always have your plates full!
18. Decorate that over-the-cabinet space
Don't forget about that often-overlooked space above your cabinets! Because this area can easily become a focal point that adds an extra touch of Christmas magic to your kitchen! (And also saves your precious floor space!)
So this year, use it as an opportunity to showcase holiday decor such as garlands, twinkling lights, or even a miniature Christmas tree! I'd also suggest you add some faux snow & reindeer sculptures, even a bigger (12-16 inch) sitting Santa Claus figurine! Or Santa Claus on a ladder!!
You can also use decorative baskets filled with snowflake or reindeer patterned throw blankets, as well as Holiday themed throw pillows to decorate that stubborn space!
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