We’re firm believers that it’s the decorations that make the holidays feel like the holidays. They’re the background for all your holiday photos and years from now, they will be part of everyone’s favorite Christmas memories. So take your time. Plan them out. Take it all piece-by-piece and this really will be a Christmas to remember.

Where else would you start? This is how you can extend a nice warm holiday welcome to all your guests. Say it with a colorful wreath on the door and frame the doorway with a festive garland. Flank the door with uncommon pieces like our lighted ornaments. Finish with wide red candles in standing candleholders. One step inside your home, and your guests are already in for a treat. Hang a mirror over a console table and tie our Berry Wreath over the top. On either side, hang sconces to add light. Use vases with florals and an iron and glass hurricane to accent.

For most, the mantel is at the centerpiece of the living area. For others, it is not. Because it doesn’t exist. But everyone can create their own with a simple wall shelf. There, now we’re all on the same level. As you can see, it’s all about the accents. For fall, focus on the pumpkins, platters, and natural cone tree. For the holidays, break out the nutcrackers, ribbons, garlands, and wreaths. If you have any small gifts (ideally the kind filled with jewelry), use those to add even more color. Oh, and don’t forget the fabulous stockings. They hang here.

For Christmas this year, you have your pick of ornaments. Love the quirky, old-fashioned glass styles (like our awesome woodie wagon, left)? We’ve got ‘em. All atwitter for glitter? There’s sparkle aplenty. From regal red & gold angels to whimsical sea creatures in a rainbow of hues, there’s something for everyone – including our classic Li Bien collection featuring delicate hand-painted art on the inside of each ornament. But first, check out our Strictly Ornamental article online for a sneak peek at the dazzling assortment awaiting you in store. You’ll even find tips on what goes best with each ornament style. Trust us, it’s worth the read.

Whether it’s for Christmas dinner with all the trimmings or a festive party table for holiday entertaining, you’ll find just about everything but the figgy pudding at your neighborhood Pier 1 store now. Dinnerware, glassware, stemware, table linens, decorations, centerpieces – need we go on? It’s the kind of winter wonderland you need to walk through. But before you do, take a look at our online articles, Turning the Tables and Trading Places for a hint of what’s to come, plus some nifty ideas for setting a holiday table that’s anything but ho-ho-ho-hum. We have all sorts of accents for your holiday table

When decorating above the cabinets, go big. Think large, bright pumpkins and festive holiday wreaths. For fall, choose natural accents in warm colors. But for the holidays, cool things down with silvery stars and snow-covered trees. Incorporate stars, angels, reindeer, all the standout holiday icons you can find. Read more about our seasonal cabinet-top solutions

Here’s a space-saving tip that you can use anywhere in your house. You know those adorable greeting cards that pile up during the holidays? Try hanging the cards on our Red Berry Garland, across our Champagne Mirror. Suspend ornaments to complete the look and your holiday décor.

This must seem like a lot to do, right? It will take time. But if you plan it all out, decorating can be an activity that you and your family will love. To ensure the peace on your earth, take inventory of decorations by using our shopping list function. Print it out, bring it to the store, and get everything you need in one trip. When you’re done, show us your pictures on Facebook or Twitter! Nothing makes our day like seeing Pier 1 customers enjoying our merchandise. All the sparkle, all the unique items, all the fun, it’s all for you.