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Christmas Design Institute

The World's Premier School for Professional Holiday Design

We provide education, certification, and professional mentorship in luxury holiday design. Learn how to Decorate Like a Holiday Pro, earn your certification or follow our proven business framework to build a profitable thriving design business.

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25 years+ Years Industry Leadership * International Certification * Media Featured * Global Alumni Community

Is Christmas Your Favorite Time of Year?

That magical moment when you step into a room transformed by Christmas wonder – twinkling lights cast dancing shadows while ornaments catch the light like captured starlight. The scent of pine mingles with cinnamon candles, and your heart swells because you created this enchantment.

You've always felt that spark when December arrives, that irresistible pull to transform spaces into winter wonderlands, but you know there's so much more magic waiting to unfold through your hands. Whether you dream of crafting breathtaking displays that make families gasp with delight, or building a thriving business bringing Christmas magic to countless homes, the Christmas Design Institute is where your holiday passion becomes your greatest skill.

Your journey from Christmas enthusiast to masterful creator starts with a single click.

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Whether you want to elevate your own space, master luxury holiday design, or build and scale a professional
decorating business, Christmas Design Institute provides comprehensive education, certification, and consulting to guide every stage of your journey. Through structured coursework, expert mentorship, and a global community of designers, you'll gain the skills, systems, and confidence to succeed.

Which Decorating Path Is Right For You?

Decorate-Like-A-Holiday Pro...

Professionally!

Business Academy Online Courses - Beginner, Intermediate, Master Designer

You Also Get The Online Decorating Course & The Tree Course

Get Your Business Blueprint To A Successful 6-Figure Holiday Design Business
Hands On Training & Employment Opportunities

Certification To Set You Apart In The Industry

Done For You Templates & Systems That You Need To Succeed
Learn How To Book Luxury Clients
Find Your Tribe In The CDI Designers Circle
One to One Mentoring
Weekly Live Zoom Trainings

Decorate-Like-A-Holiday-Pro...

for fun!

Decorating Academy Online Courses - Beginner, Intermediate, Master Designer

Decorate Your Tree Like a Holiday Pro Courses - Beginner, Intermediate, Master Designer

Learn to How To Craft Designer Luxury Wreaths, Garlands & Tree

Learn Ribbon Techniques and Bow Making
Upstyle Any Room for the Holidays
Elevate Your Decorating Skills With The Principles Of Design; The Recipe To Luxury Looks
Create Stunning Christmas Trees Sure To Wow Your Family and Friends!

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My Free Gift To You...

Experience the magic of Christmas in your home with tips you'll learn from this comprehensive guide.

Download The Ultimate Christmas Decorating Guide

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Meet the Founder

Heather Lundervold is the founder and lead instructor of Christmas Design Institute. She is also the owner of Elves to the Rescue ~ Professional Holiday Design and serves as President of PAHD ~ The Professional Association of Holiday Design.

With more than 25 years of experience in luxury holiday design Heather has collaborated with leading designers and professional decorators across the industry. Her portfolio includes private estates, luxury residences, commercial spaces resorts and hotels.

Through her education, mentorship, and consulting, she has guided designers and business owners worldwide - from transforming their own homes to building profitable, sustainable holiday design businesses.

Heather leads a structured, high level curriculum with framework and systems that blend creative excellence with strategic business mastery, This prepares designers for professional certification, employment and profitable design careers.