A Woodland Christmas, Three Ways: Bambi & Deer

The traditional woodland

Begin with the colours already at home beside the Christmas tree. Red Bambi brings a clear festive note, while the golden deer answers it with antlers, a red ribbon and holly. Brown velvet provides depth, and the copper and cinnamon figures introduce the warmth of a winter interior.

The white deer is the finishing touch: bright against dark greenery, its soft boa gives the gathering a little theatrical flourish. Glitter and velvet work particularly well together here. One catches the light; the other gives the eye somewhere quiet to rest.

Six figures for a classic Christmas

Choose one as a small focal point, or gather a few on a mantel or sideboard. Repeat the red of a bow in nearby ribbon and allow the different finishes to supply the detail.

The colourful woodland

Fuchsia and teal give this gathering its confidence. The fuchsia Bambi’s blue bow makes the first connection; the teal figure repeats it in a deeper, velvety finish. Lavender and mint bring softer colours into the group without losing the pleasure of contrast.

Candy pink adds sparkle and a snowy collar, while the yellow beaded deer introduces a warm, lighter note. The result is playful, but it need not feel busy. A deep teal cloth, a restrained floral paper and one generous raspberry ribbon are enough to let the figures shine.

Six figures for a more colourful Christmas

Start with the colour you love most. A teal and fuchsia pair makes a strong beginning; mint and lavender give a gentler variation. Add candy pink or yellow when the gathering needs a little extra light.

Pink, blue & winter white

For a softer winter palette, gather pink and rose beside ice blue and white. The two pink deer bring different finishes: one wears a snowy decoration and a pink ribbon, the other a fluffy white fur collar. Their blue companions repeat the antlered silhouette in sparkling glitter and pearl-like beadwork.

Two smaller white Bambi give the group a gentle pause. One wears a little golden bell; the other a white feather boa. Together they connect the pink and blue without asking every finish to match.

Six companions in pink, blue and white

Blue cloth and a soft pink ribbon give these figures a clear setting. Try a pink deer beside a white Bambi, or pair the two ice-blue deer and let their different collars and neck decorations supply the interest. Keep the surrounding details quiet enough for the faces, antlers and snowy textures to be enjoyed.