I’m finally ready to reveal my piano Christmas decor! After sharing how I styled my Kawai upright for autumn, I’ve been itching to crack open the Christmas boxes from the attic. There’s something so special about transforming the piano area into a festive focal point in the living room (or office, in my case – but I one day dream of a baby grand in the living room!).
If you’re looking for piano decorating ideas this holiday season, I’m sharing exactly what I’ve done to create a cosy Christmas vibe around my piano.
What I’ve Added for Christmas
This year, I wanted the piano to feel warm and inviting without overwhelming the space. The piano sits in my office, which means it’s one of the first things I see when I walk in each day, so I’ve put a lot of love into making it feel properly festive.
Christmas Table Runner
I started with a Christmas table runner on the top of the piano. It’s such a simple addition, but it immediately creates a beautiful backdrop for everything else. I picked mine up from a local shop, Yorkshire Trading Company, and it’s got traditional colours – deep reds and golds that tie in perfectly with the rest of my holiday decor.
The great thing about using a table runner is that it protects the piano surface whilst adding that seasonal touch. If you don’t have a table runner, even a festive piece of fabric from the thrift shops can work brilliantly!
Garland with Fairy Lights
Next came the Christmas garland with fairy lights woven through it. I draped this along the top of the piano, letting it cascade down slightly at the edges. The fairy lights give off the most gorgeous, cosy feel in the evenings when I’m practising or just sitting nearby with a cup of tea.
I went for warm white lights rather than coloured ones this year to keep things feeling elegant. The garland itself has little pine cones and berries dotted throughout, which adds lovely texture without being too fussy.
I’m using the garland we used over our fireplace last year as it’s not quite big enough for the fire – but is perfect for the piano!
Candles and Ornaments
No Christmas display is complete without candles! I’ve added a mix of pillar candles in cream and deep red, along with a few LED candles that I can leave on safely. I’ve interspersed these with small Christmas ornaments – nothing too large that would dominate the piano area, just sweet decorative items that catch the light.
I wish I had bought a couple of wooden grand piano ornaments that I found at a Christmas market a few years back. They’re such a fun nod to the musical theme, maybe next time!
Christmas Print
Where my autumn print used to hang, I’ve now got a festive Christmas print. I’m a huge fan of swapping out prints seasonally – it’s such a quick way to refresh a space! This one has a winter scene with snow-covered trees, and I had it printed from a digital download I purchased on Etsy.
The best part about buying digital prints is that you can change them up each year without spending much at all. I’ve got a whole folder of Christmas designs that I rotate through, and this year’s choice feels perfectly peaceful.
Creating Your Own Piano Christmas Decor
If you’re decorating your piano for the first time, here are a few tips I’ve learned over the years:
Start with what you have: Before buying anything new, have a rummage through your existing Christmas decor. I bet you’ve got items that would work beautifully on your piano. It’s so much fun shopping in your own home!
Consider your colour scheme: I tend to stick with traditional colours – reds, greens, golds and creams – because they work with the rest of my living room. But if your personal style leans towards silver and blue, or even pink and white, go for it! The piano should reflect your taste.
Mind the sheet music: If you’re actively playing (which I am!), make sure to leave easy access to your music. I keep my sheet music on the piano bench rather than on top of the piano during the holidays.
Think about balance: Whether you’ve got an upright like mine or a baby grand, try to keep decorative items balanced across the top. I’ve found that grouping items in odd numbers (three candles here, five ornaments there) looks more natural than even numbers.
Don’t forget the seating area: The piano bench can get in on the festive action too! A Christmas cushion or a cosy throw draped over the back adds to the overall look without getting in the way when you sit down to play.
Making It Special for Special Occasions
The piano has become such a lovely focal point during the Christmas season. When we have people over, they always comment on how festive it looks. There’s something about a beautifully decorated piano that adds to that cosy, welcoming atmosphere you want to create at Christmas.
I’ve also noticed that having the piano look so inviting encourages me to play more often. There’s nothing quite like sitting down for a bit of practice surrounded by twinkling lights and the scent of pine from the garland.
Where I Found Everything
I know everyone always wants to know where things are from! The table runner is from last year, but I’ve seen similar ones in The Range and Primark. The garland was from an online shop called WeRChristmas, the LED candles were from B&M (an absolute bargain!), and most of the ornaments have been collected over the years from various places.
I can’t find the wooden grand piano ornaments I almost got from the Christmas market. Still, I’ve spotted similar ones online if you search for “wooden piano decorations” or “musical Christmas ornaments.”
My Thoughts on Seasonal Decorating
I absolutely love transforming spaces for different seasons. Whether it’s autumn with all its warm oranges and browns, or Christmas with its sparkle and shine, there’s so much fun in creating these seasonal vignettes around the house.
The piano area is one of my favourite spots to decorate because it’s quite a large surface that really benefits from a bit of styling. Unlike small wall space or tall plants that are limited in what you can do with them, the top of the piano offers so much scope for creativity.
And honestly? It doesn’t take long at all. I spent maybe an hour getting everything just right, moving candles around until the balance felt perfect, adjusting the garland so it draped nicely. It’s time well spent when the end result brings so much joy every time you walk into the room.
Final Thoughts
If you’ve been thinking about adding some Christmas cheer to your piano, I really encourage you to give it a go. Start simple with a few decorative items and build from there. You don’t need to spend a fortune – some of my favourite pieces are ones I’ve had for years or found in charity shops.
The key is to make it feel personal to you. Whether you prefer traditional colours or something more modern, whether you go all-out with lots of decorations or keep it minimal, your piano should reflect your own style and bring you happiness every time you see it.
I’d love to know if you decorate your piano for Christmas! What are your favourite piano Christmas decor ideas? Do you stick with a colour scheme, or do you change it up each year?
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I love how you have decorated your piano! I love that gold reindeer on the top, it’s very cute!
Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk