Winter Home Decor Items You Can Use Year Round, According to Interior Designer Mom

According to my mom, ski culture has infiltrated the home space. These sturdy stoneware plates feature a snowy mountain scene with cottages and skiers on a ski lift. It’s enough to make us want to book a trip down the mountain (almost). ($72, West Elm)

What’s more whimsical than an intricate floral forest green rug? It’ll instantly make any room look more interesting, comes in 10 sizes, and has a built-in nonslip back (so no rug pad is required). The best part is you can throw it in the washing machine and it’ll come out like new. ($139+, Ruggable)

Chocolate brown is everywhere, from fashion to home decor. If you’re not keen on reds and greens, my mom says it’s a great way to do nontraditional holiday decor. This deer is simple and classic with a wreath around its neck. Grab a few for a festive grouping. ($35.98, Walmart)

This order comes with three sizes of snowy trees that would make a nice addition to any tabletop decor. You can even get more than one set and use them to create a winter wonderland tablescape. ($69.99, Wayfair)

When Anthropologie’s collab with the New York City Ballet dropped, I was immediately obsessed, especially since I grew up going to see The Nutcracker at Christmas. This tray is particularly eye-catching, and as one reviewer says, “very rich looking.” My mom says when you’re hosting, you can never have too many trays. ($89.60, Anthropologie)

My mom is a huge fan of chinoiserie (which I talk about here). You’ll be surprised how adding a design piece like this tissue box cover will spruce up your bathroom. This one is seasonless, but they also have holiday versions, like a vintage-looking Santa and reindeer. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

This is quite a splurge, but you can use it as a centerpiece for your dining room table for years to come. It’s hand-glazed in Italy and would make a lovely wedding gift. My mom has something similar and fills it with lemons in the spring and fresh garlands during the holidays. ($198, Hudson Grace)

Put this out filled with nuts, chocolates, crackers, or candies, and your guests will be torn between enjoying the treats or admiring the bowl. It’s made of durable stainless steel and has three adjoining bowls for easy serving. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

When it comes to home decor, Interior Designer Mom says everything is better in threes. These vintage candle holders make the perfect set, since they’re the same design but in three different heights. They’d look pretty as part of a tablescape. If these sell out, you can find similar options here. ($36, VisVintageTreasures via Etsy)

When my mom sent me a link to this butter dish, I was immediately thinking of having a dinner party so I could buy it. It has daisies etched on the glass, but it works for all seasons. Plus, it’s dishwasher- and microwave-safe. ($49, GreenRow)

When temperatures are freezing, you’ll want to change out your sheets for a warmer option. Flannel is the way to go, since they’re warm but still breathable. These have a delightful woodland creature print. ($55.01+, Target)

These pedestals are intended to be used outside to vary plant heights, but you can bring them indoors, too. My mom uses them to display artwork, vases, and even holiday decor. It’s not made of solid stone, so you won’t strain a muscle moving it around a room. ($122.99, Wayfair)

I was a devoted Five Minute Journal user until I got this one from Papier. The prompts are easy to follow, and I get excited to journal as part of my morning routine, rather than waking up and looking at my phone right away. Also, I love the astrological print, since it looks pretty on my nightstand. ($29.75, Papier)

This resin dreidel by Susan Alexandra is shaped like a cluster of bright green grapes. It comes with a matching holder and will make a splashy statement with your other Hanukkah decor. ($28, Anthropologie)

Though still an investment, the quality of this chair is so good that it should have a higher price point. It’s soft and feels like a teddy bear, making it just right for your favorite reading corner. Grab the matching ottoman for an even cozier sitting room situation. ($525, Quince)