Let's start with one that is not obvious. Candles are pretty much a part of the holidays as much as snowmen and Santa Claus. You can decorate candles with herbs very easily. Start with a large pillar candle. First, rub the outer edge of the candle with some glue. Now, sprinkle a nice layer of dried, crushed herbs to the glue. Press the herbs securely in place. The easiest way to do this is with a spoon. A small amount of the herbs can also be applied to the top of the candle as well. This gives the candle a lovely, handcrafted look and scent.
There are some beautiful metal herb pockets that would be gorgeous for indoor or outdoor use during the holiday season. These are similar in shape to the metal flower pouches one sees in craft stores. Herb pockets come in a variety of colors. Usually, the names of the herbs stenciled on the outside. For outdoor use in more exposed situations, I would fill these with holiday greens, berried branches, and other weatherproof plant materials. On porches and covered decks as well as indoor locations, I would recommend using fresh cut or dried herbs in herb pockets.
If you have a chandelier, decorate this with herbs. Take stems of rosemary or bay, and cover the base of the fixture.
Along with your other holiday wreaths, why not include some made from herbs? I've seen some gorgeous ones made entirely of rosemary. For a festive touch, add a few glass baubles. Christmas bows would also work well with herbs, and fits right in with other holiday décor. After the holidays are over, remove the seasonal touches so you can continue to use the wreath throughout the winter.
For convenience, you may wish to buy ready-made herbal wreaths. Typically, these are made with dried herbs. But some use fresh herbs as well. I've even seen living wreaths made with trailing varieties of rosemary and combinations of other herb plants. The round living wreaths are just perfect for holiday centerpieces.
Often, dried flowers are mixed in with a variety of herbs to create everlasting wreaths. Usually, these can be used outdoors in protected areas. I would be concerned about hanging these in exposed areas where they might get wet.
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