It never fails…when Christmas is over, I come across ideas I wish I had seen earlier in the season so I could have tried them out. Well, I’m saving these ideas for next Christmas! Maybe you’ll find something here you’ll want to try next year, too!

From My Picture-Perfect Life–Top photo: display ornaments in a variety of glass containers or covered plates or stands. Even larger vases work great! Bottom photo: Silver and gold are a great combination–add fullness to a silvery Christmas tree with decorative gold stems.

From A Fanciful Diversion–a Shabby Chic lantern filled with a collection of snowy, glittery treasures.

My artistic friend Eileen had a similar idea this Christmas, making such a pretty arrangement, above, on her table!

From Carpe Diem–Glttery gold ornaments paired with rustic and natural elements–and more lanterns surrounding the bottom of the tree.

Love this outdoor lantern on a vintage sled–from Self Architecture. Gives any porch a warm and welcoming look!

A great way to add a touch of Christmas to bedrooms–hang stockings at the foot of the bed and add a Christmas pillow on top! From Passion Decor.

Top photo: Pinecones go great with the other rustic decor in this Shabby Chic display, from Seda y Nacar. And from the same site, a festive bannister with gifts and greenery.

What a cozy entryway from Texstil Design!

Cute little Christmas trees add a nice touch on tables indoors or out. From Jaynes Cozy Corner.

A glowing, golden vintage village warms up any room. From Old, but gold.

Well, we will sure be prepared for next Christmas, won’t we? 🙂 Have you collected some ideas you are saving for next Christmas?