The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to spread some festive cheer at work than by decorating your office door? Decorating your office door is a fun, creative way to showcase your holiday spirit and bring Christmas into work in an appropriate way, especially with our ideas for decorating. Decorating office doors is a great way to bring the festive spirit to life and have some fun, it’s a great way to have an office competition and even raise some money for charity.
In this article, we’ll share a wide range of office door Christmas decorating ideas, from classic winter themes to clever DIY projects that are sure to impress your colleagues. Whether you’re a fan of traditional decorations or looking to try something new this year, we’ve got you covered. Let’s dive into the festive fun and make your office the merriest place this Christmas. And don’t forget that you can skip to sections by clicking the links below.
- Classic Christmas Office Door Decoration Ideas
- Creative and Unique Office Door Ideas
- Christmas Door Decorating Contests: Tips to Win Big!
Classic Christmas Office Door Decoration Ideas
The classic Christmas office door decorating ideas involve the traditional figures and colors. Think Santa Claus, reindeer, and twinkling snowflakes. Go big, and bring Christmas to life on your office door with the traditional festive color palettes like red, green, and gold, or blue, white, and silver. It’s hard to go wrong decorating your door with the classics.
Festive Figure Ideas
Decorate your door with your favorite Christmas figure. Here are some ideas of what you could do:
1: Santa Claus Door Décor
Grab some white wrapping paper and cover the door completely. Then, cut out a big Santa hat in red paper and a fluffy white beard from felt or cotton. If you have time cotton wool balls can be used for the beard. The beard makes it. Add a belt with a buckle using black and gold paper, cut out some red clothing, and you’ve got a jolly entrance that’ll make everyone smile.
2: Santa’s Suit Door
Transform your door into Santa’s iconic red suit. Use red fabric or paper for the background, add a white fur trim, and use black construction paper for his belt. Don’t forget a big buckle to bring it all together.
3: Snowman Door
All you need is white wrapping paper to cover the door, some black construction paper for the buttons and eyes, and an orange triangle for the nose. Really bring the door to life by using a real scarf. It adds a cozy, personal touch and looks epic.
4: Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Design your door as Rudolph’s face. Use brown paper for the background, add big googly eyes, and a red pom-pom or paper circle for the nose.
5: The Grinch Door
Channel your inner Grinch by making a green-themed door with a Grinch face cut-out. Add a message from the Grinch books in a quotation bubble like: “Maybe Christmas doesn’t come from a store. Maybe Christmas perhaps, means a little bit more.”
6: Frosty the Snowman Door
Make your door into Frosty, complete with his button nose. Use real sticks for his arms if you can for a unique, textured look. You could even add a real broom, as well as some other lightweight props to make your door come to life. Consider using honeycomb 3D paper for Frosty’s body.
Festive Scene Ideas
If you love a Christmas scene, why not create your favorite Christmas scene on your office door by decorating using one of these ideas.
7: Snowflakes
A white or silver paper background for your door and use glittery paper for the snowflakes to make them pop. Hang a string of battery-operated fairy lights around the door to create a magical winter wonderland. A top tip is to pick and stick to a color palette like silver and blue for that icy, put together look.
8: Winter Wonderland
Decorate your door with white snowflakes, icicles, and blue lights for a serene winter scene. Add some cotton balls as snow for texture and a 3D effect.
9: Holiday Fireplace
Turn your door into a cozy fireplace scene with a mantle, stockings, and a “crackling fire” (use red, orange, and yellow paper flames). Add a few wrapped presents at the bottom for a homey touch. You can even hang up some real bought stockings or DIY craft some Christmas stockings especially for your door.
10: Christmas Carolling Scene
Create a door scene of carollers singing. Use cut-outs of people bundled in scarves and hats and add musical notes floating above their heads. You can make it the backs of their heads and use real hats to add texture to your door and make it easier and quicker to decorate. Pick up some extra hats cheaply at a thrift store or dollar store.
11: Reindeer Stables
Turn your door into a “Reindeer Stable.” Label it with a sign like “Dasher and Dancer’s Spot.” Add cut-outs of antlers and noses peeking out as if the reindeer are inside.
12: Candy Cane Lane
Cover your door with red and white stripes to resemble a candy cane. Add cut-outs of candy canes and peppermint swirls for a sweet and festive look.
Traditional Christmas Decoration Ideas
Get inspiration from traditional Christmas house decor this year when decorating your office door.
13: Christmas Tree Door
Turn your door into a Christmas tree using green paper or fabric. Add garland, ornaments, and a star on top. Bonus points if you use real tinsel or battery-powered lights for extra sparkle.
14: Holiday Garlands and Bows
Wrap your door in a garland and bows for an over-the-top and stand-out Christmas look. Just be careful when hanging as this will need some heavy-duty tape or self-adhesive hooks that could leave marks on the door. Always check the label before you stick. Check the weight of your garland and wrap with gaps. Consider putting sparkly paper on your door and leave a good gap between each ring of garland. Add a few red bows for an extra festive touch, and you’re all set.
A Door To A Festive Winter World
Style your door so it looks like the entrance to a festive wonderland with these inspiring ideas.
15: Santa’s Workshop Door
Turn your office door into the entrance of Santa’s Workshop. Use wrapping paper for the background, add a “North Pole” sign, and cut out elves peeking around the corners. Use small gift boxes as 3D elements for an extra touch.
16: Gingerbread House Door
Cover your door with brown paper to resemble gingerbread. Use white chalk markers or white Sharpie for frosting, and stick on colorful “candy” cut-outs. You can even use large round paper plates painted like lollipops for a fun, bold look.
17: Wrapped Gift Door
Keep it simple but classy by turning your door into a giant wrapped gift. Choose festive wrapping paper, add a big bow in the middle, and write a tag that says, “Merry Christmas from [Your Team Name].”
18: The North Pole Post Office
Decorate your door as the North Pole Post Office, with “letters to Santa” sticking out of a mailbox. Add a postmark and festive stamps for a cute finishing touch.
19: Winter Ski Lodge
Turn your door into a ski lodge entrance, complete with faux logs, a “Ski Rentals” sign, and little ski poles made from sticks.
Creative and Unique Office Door Ideas
These creative themes are the perfect decorating ideas if you want to have a little fun and make your office door stand out this Christmas. Just be prepared for the extra work and a bit of clean-up.
Interactive Door Ideas
Make your door everyone’s favorite place to visit by adding interactive decorations so your door changes regularly.
20: Elf on the Shelf Door
Make your door the new home for your office’s Elf on the Shelf. Create a large elf cut-out and place it in funny situations each day (e.g., the elf holding a coffee cup or tangled in tinsel).
21: Naughty or Nice List
Create a door that features a “Naughty or Nice” list. Use real photos of your co-workers (with their permission) and place them on the respective sides. It’s a fun way to get everyone involved.
22: Christmas Countdown Calendar
Create a Christmas countdown on your door with small numbered envelopes or pockets. Fill each with a little surprise (like a candy or a note) for a daily treat leading up to Christmas.
23: Holiday Photo Booth Door
Create a photo booth backdrop with props like elf hats, reindeer antlers, and Santa beards. Encourage your co-workers to snap pictures throughout the season.
24: Reindeer Games
Turn your door into a reindeer play area with different reindeer cut-outs playing games like ring toss with antlers. It’s fun, whimsical, and interactive.
Unique Festive Themes
These unique festive theme ideas are perfect if you are looking for something different to decorate your office door.
25: Ugly Christmas Sweater Door
Create an “ugly Christmas sweater” theme by covering your door with bold, mismatched decorations. Use bright colors, tinsel, and oversized bows. It’s intentionally tacky and sure to get a laugh.
26: Christmas Movie Theme Door
Pick a classic holiday movie like Home Alone, Elf, or The Grinch. For Elf, use a cut-out of Buddy the Elf and add a quote like “Smiling’s my favorite!” It’s a great conversation starter and adds a fun pop culture twist.
27: Nutcracker Theme
Design a classic Nutcracker door with a tall Nutcracker soldier standing guard. Use bright colors and gold accents for a festive and regal look.
28: Hot Cocoa Station Door
Make your door look like a hot cocoa station. Use brown paper for the backdrop and add cut-outs of mugs with marshmallows. Write a message like “Warm up with some holiday cheer!”
29: Christmas Village Door
Design a miniature Christmas village scene, complete with little houses, snow-covered trees, and a tiny train track running along the bottom.
30: “Let It Snow” Door
Cover your door with snowflakes of all sizes and shapes. Add a sign at the top saying “Let it Snow” and use cotton batting at the bottom for a snowy effect.
31: Peace on Earth
Create a serene “Peace on Earth” theme with a blue and white color palette. Use a globe image and add doves or peace signs for a calming, meaningful message.
32: Christmas Gnomes Door
Make a door with a line-up of Christmas gnomes in different outfits. Use felt or fabric for the hats and beards to give it a fun, crafty feel.
Christmas Door Decorating Contests: Tips to Win Big!
If you are decorating your office door as part of Christmas competition in your office at work here are a few tips to help you win big this festive season.
- Go Big or Go Home: If you want to win, you’ve got to stand out. Don’t be afraid to take a risk and go all-in on your theme. Decorate your door handle and add 3D elements to really bring your door to life and make it unmissable.
- Think Outside the Box: The most memorable designs are the ones that are unexpected. Instead of the usual snowman or Santa, try something different, like a “Christmas Vacation” movie theme or a whimsical “Elf on the Shelf” design.
- Interactive Elements: Adding an interactive element can really set your door apart. It’s fun, engaging, and gets people coming back to your door every day.
- Team Effort: Get everyone involved. The best decorations are often a team effort, with each person contributing their own touch. Decide on a theme for your door decorating and then you can create doors around a style. It looks amazing, and it is fun to work with your colleagues, especially at Christmas.
- Playful Prizes: If you’re organizing the contest, consider offering fun, quirky prizes. A “Best Use of Glitter” award and a “Most Likely to Cause a Sugar Rush” for the door with the most candy award keeps things light-hearted and encourages everyone to join in.
Winning isn’t everything. Honest. But putting in the effort to create something special is what makes these contests so much fun. Plus, you’ll make great memories and maybe even inspire your co-workers to get more into the holiday spirit.
Conclusion
In the end, whatever ideas you choose when decorating your office door for Christmas, it’s about creating a warm, inviting work space that spreads joy to everyone who passes by. Whether you go for a classic wreath, an elaborate DIY project, or a unique theme, the key is to have fun and enjoy the process. And don’t be afraid to get a little creative or try something new. After all, it’s the holidays, and there’s no better time to let your festive side shine! So grab your tinsel, fire up your glue gun, and get decorating
