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Pep up your sofa or bed with these seasonal picks.
A Christmas cushion is the perfect way to bring the holiday spirit to any room in your home. Whether that's the prime spot on your sofa or armchair or piled up on your bed or in a guest bedroom, they're a great way to make guests feel extra comfortable.
A quick and simple update, Christmas cushions can help to tie your festive theme together. And thankfully, there are lots of great styles and designs to choose from.
To add some jolly colours, patterns and textures to your space, choose between sweet winter scenes, playful festive prints, and pretty embroidered designs. There are also some more neutral options, for those who don't want their Christmas decor to be too overt.
While most cushions come with a filling or inner cushion, we've also included a few cushion covers in case you'd simply prefer to swap them in for the holidays and to save you from finding storage space for when they're not being used.
So, have a browse of the best Christmas cushions and covers for your home, available to shop right now ahead of the big day itself.
H&M Home always nails chic pieces at affordable prices, and this cushion cover is a prime example. It’s one of the more minimalist festive picks in our edit, with a linen finish adding a comforting, homely charm.
| Material | Linen blend |
|---|---|
| Cushion insert included? | No |
We're in love with this glamorous beaded cracker cushion. With rich colours and a structural shape, it's the perfect accessory to finish off your festive decorating this year.
| Material | Polyester |
|---|---|
| Cushion insert included? | Yes |
A modern take on Christmas, this beautiful sage green velvet cushion is embroidered with the words 'Joyeux Noel' in a chunky yarn.
| Material | Velvet |
|---|---|
| Cushion insert included? | Yes |
This 'joy' cushion from Next is simply delightful, and one that can be used beyond the festive season. A perfect choice for both traditional and contemporary styles, we love the delicate bobble embroidery for a lovely tactile finish.
| Material | Polyester |
|---|---|
| Cushion insert included? | Yes |
For a more minimalist take on Christmas, this cushion cover, which is made from thick, durable cotton, features Christmas trees to help you bring the outdoors in.
We think it would work year-round on your sofa or armchair, too.
| Material | Cotton |
|---|---|
| Cushion insert included? | No |
This ruby red cushion from luxury London-based homeware brand Matilda Goad & Co. is one of our favourites. It has a homely festive feel, but it's versatile enough to display throughout the year.
We think it would look delightful displayed on crisp white bedding.
| Material | Polyester |
|---|---|
| Cushion insert included? | Yes |
We adore the wintery night theme on this particular cushion, which shows sweet scenes on a busy street that's been decked out for the holidays.
From Santa Claus and his reindeer flying overhead, to young children playing in the snow, it's simply adorable!
| Material | Polyester |
|---|---|
| Cushion insert included? | Yes |
We love this Cath Kidston cushion cover. With a joyous festive print, it should take pride of place on an armchair or sofa in your living room.
| Material | Polycotton |
|---|---|
| Cushion insert included? | No — but you can buy one for £4 |
If you're looking for a traditional design, this charming cream cushion with red detailing definitely has a folksy feel to it. With birds, berries and winter foliage, it's finished with a blanket stitch border for an artisanal touch.
| Material | 100% Cotton |
|---|---|
| Cushion insert included? | Yes |
How gorgeous is this snowflake cushion? Embroidered with cream and silver beads, it’s guaranteed to add a touch of magic to your festive setup.
| Material | Polyester (exclusive of embellishments) |
|---|---|
| Cushion insert included? | Yes |
If you're a big Emma Bridgewater fan, you're going to love this patchwork Christmas cushion, containing a mix of Emma Bridgewater's most famous festive patterns.
| Material | Cotton |
|---|---|
| Cushion insert included? | Yes |
Encapsulating the magic of making snow angels with your family or friends, this boucle fleece Christmas cushion also features the lyrics from one of our favourite festive songs.
| Material | Polyester |
|---|---|
| Cushion insert included? | No |
Here’s a pawfect Christmas cushion for dog lovers. With a number of different breeds, all ready for the colder weather, it also features a quaint holly and ivy design. And you essentially get two cushions for the price of one, as the reverse side is a soft green velvet.
| Material | Polyester |
|---|---|
| Cushion insert included? | Yes |
As if this fun nutcracker design wasn't impressive enough, this Christmas cushion also has built in LED lights, allowing you to add a subtle sparkle to your home over the festive period.
The matching bedding set is also well worth a look.
| Material | Polyester |
|---|---|
| Cushion insert included? | Yes |
We can't get enough of this round cushion from Anthropologie. Also available in green, its super-soft faux fur texture makes it one of our sweetest picks. And it's ideal if you're embracing a candy cane theme this year.
| Material | 63% Modacrylic, 19% Acrylic, 18% Polyester |
|---|---|
| Cushion insert included? | Yes |
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