The 31 Day Hygge Christmas Photo Challenge is the perfect way to document the magical moments of December. Time flies by so fast, and the month is over before you know it. This fun activity will capture those memories forever.
If you’re looking for more ideas on how to have a hygge Christmas, check out my posts 21 Hygge Christmas Ideas to Warm the Soul and 21 Hygge Christmas Stocking Stuffer Ideas.
Hygge is about bringing more coziness into your life. Whether you use your challenge photos for your social media or as a fun way to spend time with friends and family, the 31 Day Hygge Christmas Challenge will become an annual tradition that everyone will love.
There are symbols of Christmas that give that sense of wonder about the holiday season and warm the heart. Why not pay special attention to these details and have a record of those moments close at hand?
If you just read this blog post and it’s the middle of December, don’t worry about getting every shot. This article is just about taking note of your surroundings and showing the beauty of the season. You can simply post the pictures on your Instagram account or just keep them for yourself.
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Here’s some fun photography tips:
31 Day Hygge Christmas Photo Challenge
Christmas Photo Challenge #1 – Advent calendar
The countdown begins. Advent calendars come in all different forms. If you don’t have an advent calendar, then maybe you can make one or take a picture of one that your friend has.
Christmas Photo Challenge #2 – Gingerbread house.
Whether you make your own gingerbread house or your area has a gingerbread village event, it all counts. Last year I toured homes decked out for Christmas, and one home had a mini-gingerbread house made for every room.
Christmas Photo Challenge #3 – Snowman
This picture can be anything with a snowman in it: wrapping paper, cupcake, cookie, or get out there and make your own amazing snowman with your family.
Christmas Picture Challenge #4 – Snow boots
The boots can be yours, a family member or even the dogs. They can be staged by the front door or take a photo of you walking in snow with your boots on.
5. Warm beverage
Take a picture of your favorite warm holiday beverage. Hot cocoa, apple cider, or eggnog are just some of the possibilities.
6. Santa
What hygge Christmas photo challenge would be complete without Santa? On this photo, only the real thing will do.
7. Pile of blankets
Being cozy during the holiday season is what being hygge is all about and blankets are a key element. Add a string of holiday lights for a magical effect.
8. Lighted candle
Candles make a room transform into sheer wonder. A photo of candle taken outside of a window is a great way to showcase the holiday season.
9. Christmas snow globe
Snow globes make a beautiful addition to your Christmas photo challenge. Make sure you shake the globe up before taking a picture, so you catch the snow descending mid-flight.
If you live in an area that gets snow, making winter wonderland the background really lets the snow globe to take center stage.
10. Sleigh
Trying to find an old-fashioned sleigh can be made into a fun adventure. Find out from your friends and family if they have seen a sleigh around town. If you can take a photo of a sleigh with reindeer you get extra points.
11. Christmas cookies
Your Christmas cookies are works of art. Taking an annual photo to show how your style has changed over the years is the best way to capture your improved skillset.
12. Wreath
Nothing says welcome like a gorgeous Christmas wreath. Whether you use a wreath from your favorite store or your own wreath, it all counts.
You can also gather objects together and put them in wreath form like the photo below for you Christmas photo challenge.
13. Kitchen cookware
Take a photo of something that was handed down through the generations that you use in your kitchen.
14. Ingredients
There are special ingredients we use in our cooking during the holiday season. Gather them together and take a fun picture of all the tastes of the season.
15. Holiday socks
We all have that favorite pair of socks we like to wear during Christmas time. There’s something so fun about showing off your festive side. Taking a group photo of feet with socks just so happens to make a cute photo too.
16. Lights
What would Christmas be without Christmas lights? This is where you can get really creative and wrap those lights around anything – even a sleeping dog!
(Update: I just read in an article that there’s lead in most Christmas lights. Make sure your lights are lead-free before doing this!)
17. Natural pictures
Create a work of art using materials from outside and stage it on the snow or a white sheet of paper.
18. Festive breakfast
Make yourself a nice holiday breakfast and capture it forever today.
19. Peace on Earth
Take a photograph of something that represents peace on earth. The picture can be of anything.
20. Nutcracker
Who doesn’t love nutcrackers? They go hand in hand with Christmas. A collection of nutcrackers together will make the biggest impact.
21. Fireplace
A cozy fire is a favorite image representing the hygge lifestyle. Bonus points if there are Christmas stockings in the shot.
22. Holiday display
Pick your favorite Christmas Store Display of the season and take a photo of it.
23. A stack of presents
One of the best things about Christmas are the presents.
24. Tablescape
You go to all the effort of setting a festive table and then the meal is over, and it becomes a beautiful memory. That hard work deserves to be shown off.
25. Nativity
The reason for the season. This time of year wouldn’t be Christmas without Jesus.
26. Christmas tree
What would a Christmas photo challenge be without a picture of a Christmas tree? Whether you take a picture of your Christmas tree or travel to city centers for a larger tree, they all make beautiful photographs.
27. Candy canes
Don’t you just love candy canes? They make beautiful holiday photos. Celebrate their unique style whole or crushed on your favorite Christmas dessert.
28. Elf
Anything elf related goes.
29. Ornament
Your favorite ornament deserves its own photo shoot. I love the pictures that feature the ornament on the Christmas tree.
30. Christmas train
Christmas and trains go together. You can take a photo of a real one or a toy train that’s all decked out for the holidays.
31. Starlight
Stars are a beautiful reminder of The Star of Bethlehem. Find your star and treasure the picture.
Whew! You made it through the 31 Day Christmas Hygge Photo Challenge. I hope you enjoyed it. Now you’ll have a lot more pictures of your special moments during this amazing time.
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Let me know in the comments below if you did the 31 Day Hygge Christmas Photo Challenge and how you liked it.
Wishing you an amazing Christmas season and creating happy memories.
For more information on adding hygge into your life, here are some books to get you started:
Making Winter: A Hygge-Inspired Guide to Surviving the Winter Months
Have Yourself a Happy Hygge Christmas
The Little Book of Hygge: Danish Secrets to Happy Living
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Beth
Tuesday 16th of November 2021
Sounds fun! I am going to do this year and post to social media! Will link your page. Fun Read!
Kelly
Wednesday 17th of November 2021
Yay! I'm so glad you're doing this. I did it one year and had a blast. Kelly
Janet
Tuesday 27th of October 2020
I love this idea and am definitely going to try and do this. Already thinking about where some of these pictures can be taken. Thanks for a great idea!!
Kelly
Wednesday 28th of October 2020
You're very welcome Janet. I'm glad you're going to do this activity. Kelly
Holly Sickinger
Tuesday 10th of September 2019
This December 2019 I will be doing your 31 day Christmas photo challenge.
Kelly
Tuesday 10th of September 2019
Hello Holly! Yay! You'll have fun doing the challenge. Kelly