The best baubles for Christmas 2024
The festive season is here, and it’s time to bring out the sparkle! If you’re looking for inspiration for Christmas baubles to deck your holiday décor this year, I’ve done the hard work for you. With 2024 being busier than ever, I’ve scoured shops, trends, and styles to bring you a curated selection of the best Christmas decorations to suit every taste and budget. Whether you’re drawn to natural materials, modern glamour, or the charm of traditional designs, this guide will help you fill your living room with holiday cheer.
Oh, and if you’re into trends, don’t miss my post on the blue Christmas trend, as well as a fun DIY on making marbled baubles with old nail polish!
Where can I buy the best baubles for Christmas 2024?
This year, the offerings from B&Q, Nkuku, and M&S stand out for their variety, quality, and ability to capture the spirit of Christmas. From glass ornaments to wooden ornaments, there’s something for everyone, including eco-friendly options. Here are my expert tips and top picks from each retailer.
B&Q
I recently collaborated with B&Q on a woodland-themed Christmas tablescape. You can read the step-by-step on how I did it here…
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Paper Baubles
I love these paper baubles for mantle displays, Christmas trees and anywhere else around the home you fancy decorating.
Nkuku
Nkuku always have the best lifestyle images of their products. The settings and styling are ridiculously beautiful and their whole vibe is on point. I love that they are all about ethical interiors, so you can be sure you are buying eco-friendly materials handmade into stunning pieces using “traditional skills through fair and transparent relationships with our suppliers”. You are paying for high quality, so Nkuku is more expensive than the mass-produced products from some of the high street brands.
Therefore, if you’re on a small budget and you’re starting your Christmas decoration collection from scratch then you might want to go for a more pared-back aesthetic, investing in a few beautifully made statement decs that are timelessly elegant and will last you for years. Foraging for festive foliage and creating handmade Christmas mantle displays, festive tablescapes and handmade decorations to accompany your Nkuku purchases would be a great way to save money and further personalise your seasonal styling.
For those seeking unique pieces with a special meaning, Nkuku is the perfect destination. Known for its sustainable approach, their Christmas baubles are crafted from eco-friendly materials and often have a handcrafted charm. Perfect for creating a cozy, personal vibe that lasts a long time.
These are my top Nkuku Christmas bauble buys…
Adisa Bauble Jar – Mixed Colours (Set of 16) £35 (£31.50 after discount)
I say: These jewel-like baubles, made from recycled glass, come packaged in a chic glass jar reminiscent of an old world Christmas feel. A must-have for holiday décor collectors.
They say: We use recycled glass to make these collections. Firstly, the waste glass is collected and washed to remove any impurities; it is then crushed and melted down before being hand-blown or placed in moulds to create beautiful new products.
Anara Etched Bauble – (Set of 4) – £25
They say: “They are crafted entirely from hand-blown, clear recycled glass and have a stylish frosted design etched by hand. This low-impact process and our use of recycled glass means these baubles are as sustainable as they are beautiful.”
I say: These will take pride of place on your Christmas tree for years. Seriously beautiful. Ideal for a natural tree or as part of a curated festive tablescape.
Manya Metal Bell Baubles – Brass – (Set of 3) – £22.50
They say: Each one has a different pattern which was hammered into the surface by hand. The artisans use methods that have remained unchanged for centuries.
I say: Perfect for a traditional bauble collection, these bells bring festive spirit with their hammered patterns and chocolate velvet ties. They’ll look stunning on your tree or hanging by the front door.
M&S
M&S is reliable, affordable, and good value, and it always offers a range of Christmas themes to appeal to most homes this festive period. This year’s Christmas offering is varied, covering themes from kitchen disco to opulent enchanted forests to traditional heritage so there really is something for everyone. I’ve picked fun pieces for this selection as they have done a great job of capturing the party spirit of the festive period. For those who love playful designs, M&S never disappoints. Their 2024 range includes quirky holiday décor pieces perfect for the spirit of Christmas, whether you’re hosting a cozy family gathering or a festive cocktail party.
Dinosaur hanging Christmas Decorations
They say: They’re expertly crafted in a cool martini shape and filled with an array of vibrant beads, giving the illusion of liquid inside. For a glamorous look, the rim of the glass is elegantly rolled in glitter.
I say: These playful decorations will look elegant and stylish on your tree while giving a nod to party season.
9pk Multicoloured Shatterproof Baubles – £15
They say: These multicoloured baubles bring extra sparkle to your Christmas tree. A shatterproof design ensures peace of mind.
I say: The glitter looks like hundreds and thousands, and this whole set has a confectionary vibe or a playful 80’s disco feel.
3pk Speckled Multicoloured Glass Baubles – £12.50
They say: crafted from speckled multicoloured glass in a selection of contemporary hues. They’re embellished with glitter detailing to add extra sparkle and come complete with coordinating hanging loops.
I say: These are seriously beautiful. Perfect dotted around your tree backlit by twinkling fairy lights.
Blue Christmas trend for 2023
I had to add a quick mention of the blue Christmas trend for 2023
Help from Harry Potter
If classic baubles were a bit too tame for you, why not embrace a little Christmas magic with the help of Harry Potter. These personalised light-up ravenclaw baubles (with your chosen name on the back) are perfect for Harry Potter fans this Christmas, oh and they are on point for the blue Christmas trend too.
