Paper stars like the STRÅLA from IKEA add sculptural glow and nostalgic charm to Scandi Christmas decor. Hanging paper stars in windows or from ceilings uplifts ambient lighting with a soft warm glow, around two thousand seven hundred kelvin, creating cozy, inviting spaces. Their graphic shapes complement bold checks and bows, reinforcing repeated motifs. Using them in layering lighting elevates the festive mood beautifully and effortlessly.