7 Deer-Themed Christmas Decorating Ideas – When I began my last post, “21 Tips to Save Money on Christmas Décor,” I intended to share some creative ideas on decorating with deer for Christmas. However, I quickly digressed…

So, let’s get back on track.

I have two weaknesses when it comes to Christmas decor: deer and tabletop Christmas trees—especially glass ones. Every year, despite my growing collection, I can’t resist adding more. Finding new and unique ways to display them, however, can be a challenge. This year, I’m determined to create a stunning centerpiece for my dining table using these beloved items.

After scouring Pinterest for ideas and coming up short, I decided to create this post. Come November, I’ll share the final results of my creative endeavors. But for now, here are 7 Delightful Deer-Themed Christmas Decorating Ideas I’ve used in the past to showcase my cherished deer.

1. Fireplace Mantle Focal Point

I have deer in just about every position, height, and color, but two of my greatest loves (tabletop trees and deer) truly came together last year when I decided to showcase my largest set of deer on the fireplace mantle.

This stunning and majestic pair became the focal point of my living room. The foliage on the mantle was already beautiful, but I wanted to add height and drama. That’s when my gorgeous pair of white, glitter-covered deer came in—one sitting and the other standing—bringing an enchanting elegance to the display.

2. Tabletop Centerpieces

Last year, on that same hallway table, I opted for a much simpler approach. I included a sleigh with a simple floral arrangement featuring roses, poinsettias, pinecones, berries, and holiday greenery. To complete the look, I added gold candles to complement the gold trim on the sleigh and the gold deer, which provided a warm, inviting glow at night.

In 2022, I made deer and a sleigh the centerpiece on my coffee table, this time, in addition to four graduating height candles, I just added some picks and ornaments to the sleigh and that completed the look. It was simple and created an elegant focal point to the table. In the empty nook under my window seat, I added a white pair of deer, a lit sphere and some greenery to brighten up the space.

In 2022, transformed my hallway side table with a pair of elegant silver sitting deer, complemented by some candles and cone trees I made myself. The addition of greenery, adorned with ribbon and pinecones, completed the look, creating a festive and inviting display.

3. Tray-scapes

Last year I used deer on my coffee table again, but with a spin. I created a trayscape with mini pine trees as the backdrop, with a red jumbo ornament, flanked by a pair of gold deer. Candles added some sparkle, and pinecones and berries were the finishing touch.

Under the coffee table, you will notice another pair deer and a sleigh filled with ornaments on top of a fur rug to fill the space.

4. Dead Space Filler

I didn’t have any presents yet when I prepared for my Christmas home tour last year, so to fill up the empty space under the tree, I just used some spheres flanked by the silver set of sitting deer.

Small spaces are always difficult to decorate; our entry is 4′ x 4′ wide. A couple of years ago, I was able to inject some Christmas by using this 8″ wide side table and decorated it with a flocked alpine tree, deer, greenery, and you can never have too many lanterns.

5. Tree Decorations

Don’t overlook using your deer on your tree. In 2021, I used deer heads on both my trees. Because of their shape, they add interest like none of the other ornaments on the tree. If you own a really pretty one, it can also be used as the focal point on the tree.

6. Tablescapes

This was one of the few images I found on Pinterest when I was looking for inspiration on how to use deer on my dining table this year. I cannot take credit for the ideas below. It was one of the few that I found from Rooms For Rent Blog. I absolutely LOVE it! It’s simple, yet elegant and did I mention I also have a thing for mercury glass which is included in this lovely tablescape. Take a look and check out their blog here.

7. Wreaths & Swags

I did not create this wreath, Raz Imports has that honor. However, since I’m sharing ideas with you on how deer can be used, take a look at this pic where a deer head is used as the focal point in this wreath.

Perhaps I’ll try to create one of my own this year and share it closer to the holidays. The deer head was used here, however, deer figurines could also be used as the focal point in a wreath as well.

I hope the photos and ideas I shared here will be of some inspiration to you this upcoming holiday season. If you have any additional ideas on decorating with deer, feel free to do so in the comments section below.

Until next time, happy decorating!