Easy Ways to Choose a Christmas Theme for Holiday Decorating

Easy Ways to Choose a Christmas Theme for Holiday Decorating

Easy Ways to Choose a Christmas Theme for Holiday Decorating

Don’t let Christmas decorating overwhelm you!  Use these easy ideas to help choose a Christmas theme for your home this holiday season!  Tour our Christmas home and get tips for how to easily create a Christmas theme in your own home, focusing on holiday decorations you already own!

 

family room styled with a large dough bowl filled with mercury ornaments on a large white wooden coffee table

It is truly hard to believe that we are rolling into December.  Or shall I say, racing into December?!  I love everything about Christmas and getting our home feeling cozy and looking festive for the holiday season.  Admittedly, part of the fun for me is dreaming and planning my Christmas decor, which usually starts many months in advance.  Being a teacher, my brain thinks in themes.  I love getting inspiration to choose a Christmas theme for holiday decorating each year.  Do you choose a Christmas theme for holiday decorating too?

I’m going to share some simple tips and ideas with you today that you may want to keep in mind for planning out your own decor.  Maybe you’ll realize that you actually already have a Christmas theme or decided to choose a Christmas theme for holiday decorating in your own home!

Christmas Home Tour

​If you are hopping over from Simply 2 Moms today, welcome!  Wasn’t their Christmas home tour incredible?  There are definitely amazing ideas there to help you choose a Christmas theme!  As you tour our Christmas home today, I hope it gives you even more inspiration!

First of all, though, I want to say a big thank you to my sweet friend Kelly from The Tattered Pew for organizing this special Christmas home tour week.  At the end of my post, you’ll be able to tour over 25 homes, all uniquely decked for the Christmas season.  The best part is that you will undoubtedly get so much inspiration!

Tip: Be sure to save all of your favorite ideas so you can find them later!

Alright…who’s ready to chat about some Christmas decorating?!  It’s one of my favorite topics and I have so much to share today!  Honestly, I struggled with our Christmas home a little when I first got started because I had a definitive theme in mind but it took several tries and experiments to get our spaces like I wanted them.  However, it was worth sticking with it.  Our entire family is enjoying our Christmas home so much already!  Bring on December!

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Easy Ways to Choose a Christmas Theme for Holiday Decorating

Christmas family room featuring a French horn gallery wall, cozy Christmas pillows, and a large dough bowl holding mercury ornaments

How to Choose a Christmas Theme for Your Holiday Decor

How do I choose a Christmas theme?

There are a lot of different ways that you could choose a Christmas theme for this time of year.  However, these are the elements that I focus on whenever I am planning our Christmas decor theme.

chippy white apothecary styled with large golden bells hung from the top and different elements of Christmas decor styled on the shelves

Use Color to Choose a Christmas Theme for Holiday Decorating

What are good Christmas color themes?

One of the easiest ways to develop a Christmas theme is with color.  I am not one to keep extra seasonal decor that I don’t use.  However, I know some people have color coded Christmas storage so they can switch out their colors from year to year.  How fun is that?!

You may choose a traditional color palette with the classic red and green.  You literally cannot go wrong with the classics!  However, you may have another specific color scheme that suits your home better.  Blue and white is almost considered a traditional color palette for Christmas because it has been so popular for so many years!  At the same time, the trending colour palette of earth tones, pink, and blush are a unique style that is so beautiful!

You may also choose to focus on an accent color.  Rich colors such as gold and silver make amazing accents and fit a modern Christmas tree or a traditional tree, either one.  

Of course, those of you who know me already know that whatever Christmas theme I choose is going to have lots of white ornaments with a white color scheme.  What can I say?!  I love what I love!

​I’d still like a little credit for the pink Christmas tree I bought for my girls when they were little, though!  They had so much fun with it until they decided to change their decor several years later!

family room styled with a French horn gallery wall, a mantel with ornament and greenery garlands and stockings, and cozy Christmas pillows

Use Pattern to Choose a Christmas Theme for Holiday Decorating

Pattern is another great idea to consider when starting to choose a Christmas theme.  There are so many wonderful patterns available for Christmas decorations.  While some of them have a very unique look, they are so fun and I love that everyone can add their own personal touch with so many options available!  

My personal favorite for pattern are Christmas plaids.  While the inside of our home has a gold and white color scheme, our outside porch areas are festive with Christmas plaids!

Christmas time is the perfect time to have a lot of fun with your decor and you can get away with going a little (or a lot) over the top!

So, to kick off our Christmas home tour, welcome to the front porch!  We are so glad you’re here!

large nutcrackers on either side of the front porch entryway

​Use Decor Style to Choose a Christmas Theme for Holiday Decorating

What are the different styles of Christmas decor?

An easy way to think about how to choose a Christmas theme is by thinking of it through the lens of your own personal decor style.

Modern, farmhouse, boho, coastal, shabby chic,  vintage…there is a way to make Christmas in your home feel just right by designing it in a way that fits the existing style of your home.

Since our home is full of vintage elements, the French Country cottage theme works perfectly for a Christmas theme!

Of course, every party needs some sparkle and I love making our home feel like a Christmas celebration by mixing the old and new, chippy and sparkly together with simple design.

entryway styled with a large mirror, a large white nutcracker, and a large branch in a woven basket

Use a Favorite Christmas Story or Object(s) to Choose a Christmas Theme

A really fun way to come up with a Christmas theme for your holiday decor is to think about a favorite Christmas story or representative object.  I love the story of The Nutcracker.

In fact, I directed a children’s theater version of it with my children’s choirs two different years when I taught music!  It’s such a sweet story full of imagination.

However, in keeping with my decor style and color scheme, I had to think through how I could make our Christmas decor represent the theme of the Nutcracker story.

Tip: Keep it subtle.  

You don’t have to go all out with any specific theme.  Simple accents and fun details go a long way to set the tone for your Christmas theme.  At the same time, you don’t have to buy all new decor either.

Invest in timeless basics that you love and can enjoy, no matter the themes or trends.  Then, you can simply add fun accessories here and there to help set the theme you’ve chosen.

wooden nutcracker placed next to a small white paper mache house

Use Collections to Choose a Christmas Theme for Holiday Decorating

Many people have Christmas collections that they enjoy taking out each holiday season.  There are so many kinds of things to collect for Christmas!  Whether it is favorite mugs, dishes, antiques, ornaments, cards, or any other number of things, make them a special part of your decor!

Collections can take center stage in your Christmas decor theme.  I love that some of our collections have become favorite traditions.  For example, we collect ornaments when we travel as a family.  Hanging these on our main Christmas tree together is a favorite Christmas tradition!  Collections are a great way to add a personal touch to your seasonal decorations!

two unique memento ornaments
large Christmas tree with lots of different family-related ornaments

Use Collections for Different Christmas Theme Ideas

Several years ago, I started collecting brass French horns for my Christmas decorating.  It took a couple years of collecting but I finally gathered enough from thrift stores, flea markets, and even yard sales to create a gallery wall focal point I had been envisioning in our living room.

Creative ideas sometimes take time and patience!  

I hung the thrifted French horns again this year because they are the perfect place to add a subtle nod to my Nutcracker theme for the year.

Even though nutcrackers are a traditional idea for the holiday season, it was fun to think outside the box of the best way to bring in the subtle elements to help carry the theme through.

At the same time, if I wanted to choose another theme one year, there are many different options of how I could incorporate the vintage French horns into most any traditional Christmas theme.

In fact, one of these years, I want to create a themed Christmas tree with music elements and the smaller French horns would be perfect to hang on the tree.  So, stay tuned!

See?  Christmas planning is always in the works around here!  Haha!

smaller French horns hung on a wall inside of a large gray frame

​Choose a Christmas Theme for Holiday Decorating with a Favorite Story

As I mentioned earlier, I love the story of The Nutcracker.  The music is just wonderful and the story is such a whimsical and magical tale!  Even though I don’t technically collect them, I have quite a few nutcrackers in my Christmas decorations.

I felt inspired this year to try and sprinkle threads of the story throughout our home.  Since most of the details are really subtle, it may not be obvious to most people.  However, I decorate our home for Christmas for my own family and we are enjoying it!

In each main space throughout our living areas, you’ll find a nutcracker tucked in here and there.  Some are large and some are tiny.  Each one helps tell the story and carry the theme through our home.

Tip: Choose a Christmas theme for holiday decorating that you can add throughout your connected spaces for a cohesive decor style.

large nutcracker styled in a family room in front of a white door

Use the decor you have to help choose a Christmas theme!

To bring in the sparkle of the Sugar Plum Fairies, I added vintage ornaments and mercury glass that sparkles in the cozy candlelight.  At the same time, the “Fa-la-la-la-la” banner nods to decking the halls, as Clara and Fritz’s family did to prepare holiday cheer for the big day!

A vintage wooden horse reminds us of the toys that Drosselmeier brings to the children.  The beautiful hobby horse becomes a struggle between Clara and Fritz in the first scene.

I’m sure no parents reading this can relate to any struggles between children.  Right?!  Haha!!!

A little clock tucked into a coffee table vignette is a sweet reminder of when the big grandfather clock strikes midnight and Clara is transported into a magical, imaginary world!  Isn’t that part of the fun of Christmas after all?!

A simple hot chocolate bar in our kitchen carried through the subtle theme of when the sumptuous Spanish hot chocolate leads in a spicy fandango when the Sugar Plum Fairy leads Clara to the Land of Sweets!

Small Christmas trees and twinkling lights throughout our living spaces make me think of the toy soldiers in the forest!

Of course, our large family tree is the best Christmas tradition, just as Clara’s family enjoyed a large tree in their front hall.  Thankfully, though, our tree isn’t full of mice!  Yikes!!!

Almost all of the decor that I used were things that I already had and really can be used for many other themes.  

However, by arranging them in such a way that carries some of the story elements throughout the main room, I had fun creating a theme for this most wonderful time of the year!

"falala" banner hung across a large mirror
apothecary shelves styled with mortar and pestles with mercury glass ornaments inside
wooden horse with a mercury glass ornament garland across it
hot cocoa bar including Santa mugs, gold spoons, marshmallows and other toppings
view of a Christmas tree with a cozy Christmas living space behind it

You can even have a secondary theme!

​Was the nutcracker theme too much of a stretch?!  I get it!  As I said, my favorite way to carry a theme or story line through my home decor is with very subtle details.

However, if anyone walks into our home this Christmas season and doesn’t know the story of the nutcracker or maybe doesn’t pick up on those details (totally understandable), they would hopefully get the feeling of a very cozy and festive cottage!

My “secondary theme”, if you will, is French Country cottage.  Over on THIS post, I share a lot of tips and ideas for designing your Christmas home with a French Country cottage feeling and lots of natural elements.

All of our vintage decor, neutral colors, gold accents, natural materials, different textures, and cozy touches are trademark elements of the French Country style.  

Since I enjoy this style year round in our home, it is fun to take that same decor style and transition it into a festive traditional Christmas decorations.

Tip: To make your Christmas theme easier, start with the decor style that best fits your home.  You can mix and match decor and add in traditional colors and Christmas decorations to transition to the holiday season.

stockings hung from a mantel

Other Fun Christmas Theme Ideas

What is a good Christmas theme?

  • Santa and the North Pole
  • Gingerbread house
  • Candy canes and classic red
  • Winter wonderland: white Christmas tree, polar bears, Frosty the Snowman
  • Animal themes: woodland creature ornaments, animal ornaments, natural world, pine cones
  • Different colors: blue and white, classic red, silver theme, gold ornaments

Take a Walk Through Our Christmas Home

view of the family room styled for christmas, featuring a French horn gallery wall
dining room apothecary styled with large golden bells hung from the top
large white apothecary styled with greenery and a large wooden rocking horse
large Christmas tree with various ornaments
back living room with a wreath on a large white arch window and a cozy christmas tree

Thank you for taking time to drop by and visit today!  I hope you’ve found some inspiration for your Christmas decorating during this holiday season.  Most of all, I hope you’ve found inspiration for a joyful and festive holiday!

To continue the fun, hop on over to Amy Sadler Homes to tour her Christmas home!  Then, stay tuned each day to take all of the amazing Christmas tours happening this week!

Bloggers’ Best Holiday Home Tours

This week I am joining some of my blogging friends for the Bloggers’ Best 2023 Holiday Home Tours. Thirty talented and creative women will be opening their homes up for you to tour all week long. You can visit each home tour by clicking the links below. Enjoy!

Monday’s Tours

Bloggers' Best Holiday Home Tour Monday

The Tattered Pew // StoneGable // Worthing Court Blog

Southern Home and Hospitality // Our Crafty Mom // My Thrift Store Addiction

Tuesday’s Tours

Bloggers Best Holiday Home Tour Tuesday

A Life Unfolding // Living Large In a Small House // Cottage On Bunker Hill

Bricks ‘n Blooms // Cottage In the Mitten

Wednesday’s Tours

Bloggers' Best Holiday Home Tour Wednesday

WM Design House // The Ponds Farmhouse // Shiplap and Shells

Simply 2 Moms // Robyn’s French Nest // Amy Sadler Designs

Thursday’s Tours

Bloggers' Best Holiday Home Tour Thursday

Midwest Life and Style // White Arrows Home // White Lilac Farmhouse

DIY Beautify // A Stroll Thru Life // Thistle Key Lane

Friday’s Tours

She Gave It a Go // Pasha Is Home // This Is Simplicite

Decor to Adore // Le Cultivateur // Peacock Ridge Farm

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Easy Ideas to Decorate a Cozy Bedroom for Christmas

Easy Ideas to Decorate a Cozy Bedroom for Christmas

Easy Ideas to Decorate a Cozy Bedroom for Christmas

Create a peaceful and cozy bedroom for Christmas with these simple tips and Christmas bedroom decor ideas for the holiday season.  You deserve a restful retreat in the middle of all the fun of the Christmas season and holiday cheer!  Keep reading for some easy tips and ideas for the best Christmas bedroom decor ideas!

If you are reading this post, you probably agree that Christmas is such a wonderful time of year.  You can probably also agree that Christmas decorating ideas can be so fun and you enjoy a space full of festive cheer for the holiday season.  However, in the middle of all that festive mood, it is a great idea to have a peaceful and cozy bedroom for Christmas so you have a restful retreat to recharge!

Christmas time is SO fun!  However, it can feel exhausting.  You will enjoy the festive feel a whole lot more if you make sure to take care of yourself and keep up with your rest too.  

Trust me: I speak from experience of NOT doing that!  You know the saying, “I can sleep later.”  It doesn’t work.  Not getting rest leaves one grumpy, unable to be fully present, more prone to winter sickness, and less pleasant for everyone else around!!!

Should you decorate a bedroom for Christmas?

1000% yes!!!  Here’s why.

I decided exhausted and irritable wasn’t how I wanted to spend my Christmas season.  At the same time, when I’ve made sure to pencil in time for not only myself, but for my whole family, to have periods of rest and quiet relaxation in the midst of all the hustle and bustle, we ALL have more of a holiday spirit!  It’s a game changer for our holiday season.

For me, having a really peaceful space to start and end my days is important.  A few years ago, I decided it was time to invest in making our master bedroom a place that felt more like a Christmas retreat than a closet to shove alllllll the things when guests came over.

Who can relate?!?!

With some simple budgeting and reusing some holiday decorations, I was able to create a space that feels so cozy.  It is full of Christmas spirit, but in a quiet and restful way.  It doesn’t change a lot from year to year but it doesn’t need to because I still find it so relaxing and cozy.

Today, I am excited to share with you how I created this little retreat in our small master bedroom.  I hope it inspires you to take time and effort to create your own holiday retreat!

Easy Ideas to Decorate a Cozy Bedroom for Christmas

Use Throw Pillows for a Cozy Bedroom

One of the easiest ways to get instant gratification and a cozy feel is to add festive throw pillows to your bed.  If you already have a lot of throw pillows, try swapping a couple of them out for a holiday theme.  Or, if you are a person that prefers to not have a ton of pillows (understandable!), try adding just one.  That is exactly what I did and it made my entire bed look different!

You can also switch Christmas bedding and add a throw blanket.  However, since my goal was to keep the Christmas decorations simple and easy, my Christmas bed is exactly the same as my fall bed!  All I did was add one simple throw pillow!

My throw pillow is from a few years ago but I love THIS neutral one from this year!

What are the Christmas colors for bedrooms?

It can be whatever you choose!  That being said, it does help that I have a neutral bedroom.  A neutral color scheme will allow you to easily transition between seasons with just a simple addition or decor swap  here and there!

If you prefer more traditional colors for Christmas, go for it!  We’ve all seen the festive and gorgeous guest bedroom spaces in the Hallmark Christmas movies, right?!  You can bring in many cozy elements to a room no matter what color palette fits your home the best.

neutral pillow with the words "peace on earth" on it

Add a Christmas Tree for Christmas Bedroom Decor

How can I make my bedroom look Christmassy?

One of the things that makes any space feel extra cozy during the holiday season are Christmas lights.  Right?!  There is a reason they are a favorite ways for most people to add a little Christmas cheer.  I know I definitely love walking through my living room when the cozy Christmas tree lights are glowing!

Why not add a Christmas tree to your bedroom?  It’s the perfect touch to make your room feel cozy.  Even if you have a small master bedroom, like mine, see what creative solution you can come up with to add a Christmas tree.

For us, adding a really slim tree did the trick!  It has been a great addition to our little Christmas retreat.  At the same time, it helps Christmas feel less rushed and more restful to me.

I decorated our slim Christmas tree with fairy lights that work on a timer. Actually, even though pre-lit trees are so convenient, I opted for an unlit tree so I could use the fairy lights instead!  Then, I added clip on candles that operate from a remote.  It was a really simple way to help the space have a festive look in an easy way!

Add Small Christmas Trees for Cozy Bedroom Decor

What is Christmas decor for small bedrooms?

If you simply do not have room for a Christmas tree, no stress!  Clear some space on a dresser or bedside table for a tabletop tree.  A small tree can still make your Christmas bedroom ideas come to life by casting a cozy glow throughout the room.

Tip: If you add a mini Christmas tree, invest in one that can be part of your decor all winter long!  You can also look for ways to use it other places in your home for holiday decorating too! 

Add simple string lights for the ultimate cozy feel in your bedroom space!

wooden nightstand styled for Christmas with holiday greenery and a small tree

Add Ornaments for a Cozy Bedroom for Christmas

Remember how I said I only used fairy lights and clip on candles to decorate my tree?  Yep!  That’s right!  However, even if you’re looking to simplify your Christmas bedroom decorations, one of the easiest ways is to grab a few ornaments that match your color scheme and add them to a bowl.

Tip:  Use ornaments to add a pop of color and sparkle to a room.  

A pretty bowl filled with mercury glass ornaments, resting atop a stack of Christmas books on a bedside table is gorgeous!

In my bedroom, I added an ornament garland for that touch of sparkle.  Especially with a neutral color palette, adding ornaments brought in a a texture to give all of the decor more depth.  As the light softly bounces off of the ornaments, it creates a little holiday magic and festive touches!

closeup of an ornament garland hung over a greenery garland with a rocking horse on top of the cabinet

Add Candles for a Cozy Bedroom for Winter

Is there anything more cozy than the glow of candles?  Between candles and Christmas lights, there really aren’t better Christmas bedroom decor ideas out there, in my opinion!!!

To bring in pretty candlelight to our master bedroom, I added brass candlesticks and my favorite flameless taper candles.  These taper candles are absolutely perfect because they are battery operated and run off a timer.  Also, they work with a remote control which is so convenient!

You can get them in different colors.  However, the ivory is a perfect blend with our Christmas decorations.  THESE candles have a wax finish and flickering flame that make them so very realistic!

As I mentioned previously, I also added candles to the Christmas tree.  THESE clip on candles are so perfect because they have a really pretty glow, are battery operated, and also have a remote control.

wooden cabinet styled with two lamps and several golden candlesticks

Use Greenery for a Cozy Bedroom for Christmas

Winter greenery is another great way to bring festive touches and make a cozy bedroom for Christmas.  In addition to a Christmas tree, I love adding evergreen garland and even a Christmas wreath.  Greenery helps soften the edges of a room and brings a space to life!

Last year, I added a pretty garland around the top of the bed frame.  However, I should have secured it better because it came down on my head in the night a couple of times.  Haha!

I decided to forego the greenery on the bed frame this year and added it to the bedside cabinet instead.  However, I might try it on the bed frame again next year because it really was so beautiful!

view of a bed with neutral bedding and a christmas pillow with a Christmas quote on a sign above the bed, and a wreath hanging over the sign

Hang a Wreath for Cozy Bedroom Decoration

Since this post is all about easy ways to decorate a cozy bedroom for Christmas, you can’t get much easier than hanging a pretty wreath!  You can add a Christmas wreath almost anywhere, even layered over simple wall art like I did over this wooden Christmas sign!

If the head board of your bed frame is tall enough, a Christmas wreath would be beautiful hanging at the head of the bed or even at the end of the bed on a footboard.

You can add small Christmas wreaths to bedroom cabinet doors or hang wreaths on windows that flank a pretty bed.

Wreaths look gorgeous layered over mirrors, so if you have a mirror in the bedroom that is decorative, that is another great option!

THIS is my all-time favorite wreath.  In fact, I’ve gotten rid of almost all of my interior Christmas wreaths in favor of THIS one!

Hang Pretty Stockings for Touches of Christmas

Hanging stockings is another really easy way to soften up the holiday decorations for a cozy bedroom for Christmas!  Just as throw pillows and throw blankets add a soft and finished look to any space, stockings are a Christmas-specific way to add that finishing touch.  Plus, they are easy to pack up and store away too!

I added pretty stockings to the wall decor over our bed and I love how it adds such a simple and pretty look to this wall!

If you don’t have a good wall to hang stockings, try hanging them over a cabinet door or even on a mantel if you have a fireplace in your room!  In our teenage girls’ room, they hang cute monogrammed decorative stockings on the doors of their armoire.  It adds a sweet and festive look!

Christmas sign with wreath hung over it and stockings hung on either side

​Add Pretty Ribbon for a Cozy Bedroom for Christmas

Ribbons are definitely a decoration for personal taste.  If you enjoy more softness to your decor, ribbons are a perfect way to add texture and even a pop of color to your Christmas decorations.  I’ve been using these warm tones of ribbons for a couple years now and I just love them.  You can get this velvet ribbon HERE!

I am using velvet ribbon all over the whole house this year in key spots and I am enjoying the way it looks in my decor!

​Use Gold Accents for Festive Decor

I love using gold accents in our home with vintage or vintage-inspired brass elements.  It has such a warm look and is beautiful in a vintage style.  At the same time, it is a nod to the French Country style that I love using in our home!

​To make our bedroom feel extra cozy for Christmas, I used some of my brass candlesticks with my favorite flameless taper candles.  I love when they flicker on in the evenings and cast such a soft glow through the room.

You could also add gold accents through Christmas accessories, like a gold nutcracker, brass deer, or gold bells.

You can shop all of my favorite gold bells HERE, curated in one convenient collection for you!

overview of a cozy bedroom styled for Christmas

Decorate with Signs for a Cozy Bedroom for Christmas

Some say that signs are a past trend.  While that is somewhat true, I do love using a few seasonal ones.  It is a great way to add Christmas messages around our home.  Most of my signs are small ones that tuck into Christmas vignettes, like this DIY sign on my bedside table.

I’ve also had the beautiful O Holy Night sign from Joyfully Said to use over my bed for a few years now.  I absolutely love the message of hope that it reminds me of during the Christmas season!

Don’t be afraid to pull out those signs for the holidays, even if the “trend” says not to.  If you love them, use them!  Spread holiday cheer through the power of words!

image of a neutral bed and nightstands styled for Christmas

As we wrap up this post, I hope you’re feeling some fresh inspiration to make sure you create a special little retreat for YOU this season!  It will be a space where you can recharge  and catch your breath amidst the busyness of the season.

At the same time, I hope it’s a peaceful spot where you can pause and remember the miracle and hope of Christmas!

wide angle of a cozy Christmas bedroom

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Notes From the Nest

Notes From the Nest

Notes From the Nest

What a fun week!  I love the Thanksgiving holiday and we truly enjoyed so much wonderful family time with both extended family and our little family of 5 too.  These intentional times of making memories and being together are an incredible blessing.  Even though we are ready for a quiet and restful Sunday, our hearts are full.  And so are our stomachs.  But hey, Thanksgiving only rolls around once a year, right?!  We hope you had a blessed Thanksgiving as well!

I hope you enjoy the Notes From Our Nest this week!

Around Our Nest:

  • Somehow, the kids and I survived 2 1/2 days of school before the Thanksgiving break.  Haha!
  • We enjoyed Thanksgiving Day with extended family and my girls made delicious pumpkin pies to take to our family dinner!
  • After Thanksgiving, we had so much fun on a little family trip to central Florida.  We cut down our own Christmas tree, which was a first for us.  Of course, Harrison had a BLAST doing this!
  • Then, we went to the Charlie Brown Ice Exhibit at the Gaylord Palms Hotel.  It was SO fun…and very cold.  Ha!
  • My kids suffered through pictures with Santa.  Let me just say…the baby years are hard because they are kind of scared of Santa and the older years are hard because they are much too cool for such things.  But, I got my picture.  #winning!

Around the ‘Gram This Week:

  • Over on Instagram, I had fun sharing some great sales from the week in stories.  So many of you snagged some great deals, especially on home and Christmas decor!  As always, when you shop through our links, it supports our family’s small business and we appreciate it so much!
  • On THIS reel, I shared how I styled the long apothecary cabinet in our music room.  I hope it gives you some fun ideas and inspiration for styling console and sofa tables in your own home.  Plus, there are some tips in the caption about what to do when you get “stuck” with your decorating!
  • Then, on THIS reel, I shared a fun little tour of our Christmas tree.  No, it’s not a designer tree with perfect ribbon and coordinating ornaments.  However, I think it’s perfect.  It represents our family and years of special memories!  That’s the best of all!

Around the Blog This Week:

It’s been quiet around the blog this week for the Thanksgiving holiday.  However, Friday Favorites was super fun!  I shared all of my Black Friday favorites, both things I have and love and things I ordered this year too!  Most of them are still on sale, so check it out HERE!

You can catch some of my Christmas blog posts here:

Around the Storefront This Week:

What a week over on the storefront!  There have been great sales.  Personally, I am so thankful for the good sales that make Christmas shopping and preparing our home more budget-friendly!

There will be lots of deals continuing through December, so remember to watch my Instagram stories where.I share daily favorites!

Here are some of the top sellers over on my storefront this week:

  1. An all-time favorite, and one I have all over my home!
  2. This  so-soft ribbon is my new seasonal favorite, too!
  3. I love this faux greenery!
  4. This pine garland was on a huge sale, so no wonder it was was so popular!
  5. This book is my alll-time favorite for the Advent season!

You can check this list on my storefront.  I update it daily with favorite deals that I think you’ll love too!

Coming Up This Week Around the Nest:

I am super excited about this coming week because I can’t wait to share more of our Christmas home with you!  Here are a few specifics coming up:

  1. Two major rehearsals and 4 Christmas performances…be patient with me please!  Haha!!!
  2. How to Decorate a Cozy Bedroom for Christmas
  3. How to Choose a Theme for Christmas Decorating
  4. Christmas Home Tour 2023
  5. Join me in touring over 25 gorgeous homes on the blog!
  6. Family room Christmas decor reveal with the French horn gallery wall

 

Inspiration Around the Nest This Week:

As always, I love to share some inspiration from some of my favorites!  Check out these posts for more inspiration for YOUR nest!

Inspiration Around the Nest This Week:

Vintage decorations for a classic Christmas is all over Kim’s post today.  You will love her ideas!!

Inspiration Around the Nest This Week:

These Christmas decorations from Heidi over at Eleanor Rose Home are magical!  You will love her ideas for Christmas!

Inspiration Around the Nest This Week:

Renae at Peacock Ridge shares her beautiful home again today to show her holiday tablescape.  Check out all the details HERE!

As always, thank you for being here.  I don’t think I can overstate how much your support means to our family and how much enjoyment it brings us to share our home with you!  Thank you for being part of our Robyn’s French Nest community!

I hope you have a really great week (maybe a little less crazy than ours will be) and I can’t wait to see you around the nest this week for all the fun coming up!

 

I’d love for you to follow me on social media!  You can find my home decor inspiration on Instagram, Pinterestand Facebook!  

Blessings,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Friday Favorites-Christmas Decor on Sale!

Friday Favorites-Christmas Decor on Sale!

Friday Favorites-Christmas Decor on Sale!

Hello Friends!

I am loving this lineup this week! French country cottage is one of my favorite decor styles, and Christmas is no exception. These textures combined and these gorgeous colors make me wish that we could have Christmas decor all year round! 

Small Mercury Glass Ornaments 

This is an amazing bag of 36 mercury glass ornaments! It looks so much like vintage. they are perfect for hanging, making a garland, putting in a pretty bowl, or scattering down the table as part of a centerpiece. I love these and they are a staple of my decor this year. 

Find it here on Amazon!

Battery Operated Spiral Taper Candles

 These spiral, real wax finish flameless candles are so perfect for all vintage decor! I love them and use them all the time. 

Find it here on Amazon!

Frame TV

 we love our frame TV! It is so fun to add seasonal art and there are amazing options of vintage art to display too so you can make your TV accent your home decor instead of taking away from it!

Find it here!

Battery Operated Candles

My favorite candles! Now’s the best time to grab an extra set for yourself or for gifts. These make great gifts that can bring a cozy feeling all year long.

Find it here!

Scalloped Vintage Bowl

 SUPER excited about this bowl! I bought a Christmas gift for myself. Haha! It arrived already and it’s perfect. It look so high end and is the perfect accent for a side table or coffee table vignette!

This is a great find from Amazon!

Jute Rug

 I love my jute rugs and this one is so pretty AND 70% off. I like to use jute rugs on their own or layered with smaller patterned rugs too

This is a great find from Amazon! 

Beautiful Table Cloth

 This tablecloth is absolutely gorgeous. I used it for fall and Thanksgiving and I’m using it for Christmas too. I’ll leave it out with winter decor also. Vintage pattern, pretty earth tones, comes in different sizes and shapes for all tables
Very high-end vintage look for a great deal

Here it is from Amazon

 

Glass Cloche

I love using glass cloches and this one is gorgeous. I recently saw it on a very, VERY high-end decor site for a whole lot more money. It’s 42% off and a great size to use in almost any room of your home

Find it here from Amazon

Gold Espresso Spoons

 The cutest gold espresso spoons! Perfect to elevate your coffee bar for everyday use. Also a great price point for stocking stuffers and hostess gifts for the season!

Find it here from Amazon

If you really want to make things easy, just shop the entire list of rustic neutral favorites here!

I’d love for you to follow me on social media!  You can find my home decor inspiration on Instagram, Pinterestand Facebook!  

Blessings,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Notes From the Nest

Notes From the Nest

Notes From the Nest

Is anyone else’s head spinning just a bit that Thanksgiving is in just a few days!?!  I love this time of year so much and there are so many fun things coming up.  I get so excited with the anticipation of all the memories to be made!

It was a fun week around our nest too!

I hope you enjoy the Notes From Our Nest this week!

Around Our Nest:

  • I lost count of the number of rehearsals attended by different ones in our family.  Tis the season!  And this is only the beginning.  Haha!  That’s the life of a musician family!
  • Robb and I enjoyed a day of vintage shopping!  We found some fun treasures but most of all, we just really enjoyed a quiet day of spending time together.  Taking a mental break from the regular routine and getting some fresh inspiration is such a necessary and enjoyable time.  I am so thankful!
  • I got some Christmas shopping done this week!  Now to get started on some wrapping….where are the elves?!

Around the ‘Gram This Week:

  • It was a fun week on Instagram and I hope you’re enjoying all of the Christmas beauty as you scroll your social media.  I definitely am loving it all!  I especially love the Christmas music playing through my phone as I watch reels!!!
  • Over on THIS post, you can see a Christmas centerpiece I had fun putting together, along with a view of our back dining room.  I love how this space came together.  It feels so peaceful!
  • Over on THIS post, you’ll find 13 of my favorite Christmas decorations, all from Amazon, that I am using around our home.  I’ll link them below for you too.
  • In stories, you caught some other glimpses of Christmas decorating, so stay tuned!  I have a full home tour coming up next week both on the blog and on Instagram!

Around the Blog This Week:

  • It was a super busy week on the blog!  I’m working hard to get requested Christmas content out in time to be helpful to you as you enjoy the holiday season!
  • THIS blog post is all about how to decorate a sparse Christmas tree, like an Aspen or Fir.  I hope it is helpful to you, as decorating this style of tree is different than a traditional Christmas tree!
  • Over on THIS blog post, I shared about some ways to decorate a ladder for Christmas.  My thrifted ladder was fun to share for Thrifting with the Gals day!  You can also take these ideas and tweak them to fit your dining room space.  Hint: decorate OVER your table too!
  • For Friday Favorites, I had fun gathering some gorgeous pieces to help you create cozy, French Country style Christmas decor.  However, many of these pieces could be used in other styles too.
  • Lastly, I shared ideas and tips to decorate a console, sofa, or entryway table for Christmas on THIS blog post!  Again, I hope it is helpful to you and gives you some quick and easy tips for your own decorating!

Around the Storefront This Week:

It’s all about Christmas decorating on the storefront this week!  Items are selling out quickly, though, so grab your favorites while you can!

Here are some of the top sellers over on my storefront this week:

  1. Super soft, super beautiful velvet ribbon.
  2. My favorite taper candles, complete with remote control.
  3. This is one of my favorite faux garlands ever!
  4. Aren’t THESE ornaments perfect?
  5. Finally, be sure to pick up some of THESE for Item No. 2!

You can check this list on my storefront.  I update it daily with favorite deals that I think you’ll love too!

Coming Up This Week Around the Nest:

Here are a few things coming up this week:

  1. See how I style my music room for Christmas!  Hint: it took quite a few tries. 🙈
  2. Some sales and shopping that I’ll be doing…and sharing with you, of course!
  3. How I’m styling some favorite things around our home
  4. Cozy elements for Christmas decor
  5. and…HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!

 

Inspiration Around the Nest This Week:

As always, I love to share some inspiration from some of my favorites!  Check out these posts for more inspiration for YOUR nest!

Inspiration Around the Nest This Week:

The kitchen is the center of the holidays!  Kim at Shiplap & Shells shares her favorite decorating ideas to creat the perfect cozy space.  

I know you’ll love her home.  Check it all out HERE!

Inspiration Around the Nest This Week:

I love open shelving when it’s done right.  And Heid over at Eleanor Rose Home does it right. 

Visit her beatiful post HERE for some special Christmas inspiration!

Inspiration Around the Nest This Week:

Then Renae at Peacock Ridge Farm has a beautiful tutorial on Christmas tree decor.  

Come check out her great ideas HERE!

Thanks for being here!  I always say, I’m so blessed with such a wonderful community here at Robyn’s French Nest.  I appreciate each of you so much and count you among our family’s blessings!  I hope each of you have a very happy and blessed Thanksgiving with your friends and family!

 

I’d love for you to follow me on social media!  You can find my home decor inspiration on Instagram, Pinterestand Facebook!  
Blessings,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Easy Ideas to Decorate a Console Table for Christmas

Easy Ideas to Decorate a Console Table for Christmas

Easy Ideas to Decorate a Console Table for Christmas

Create a focal point and warm welcome in your Christmas living room or entryway with these easy tips to decorate a console table for Christmas.  Bring holiday cheer and festive style to your living spaces for the most wonderful time of the year!

I absolutely love to decorate a console table for Christmas.  Well, actually, I just love decorating for Christmas in general!  However, I do have a few different cabinets that we use as console tables and sofa tables throughout our home.  What makes them so fun to decorate is that, in general, they are the perfect place for beautiful Christmas decorations in a space that doesn’t have to be overly functional.

Does that make sense?  Often, I am decorating around spaces that also need to function really well for my family.  For our home, I’m pretty firm that functional spaces are the most important things!  However, a Christmas console table can simply function to welcome guests and family with cozy view in our home.  That makes it so fun to decorate!

Today, we are going to chat about ways to decorate a console table for Christmas with some of my favorite things for holiday decorations.  All of them are simple and easy but oh-so-beautiful!  Plus, many ideas can be tweaked a bit to use in other places around your home, such as a Christmas centerpiece or even a fireplace mantel.

Okay, who’s ready to get a head start on some Christmas decorating in an easy way?  Me!!!

white apothecary styled with a wooden rocking horse, a large mirror with a "fa la la" sign, and Christmas greenery hung from it

How can I make my table look good at Christmas?

Here are some staple items that I consider using to decorate a console table for Christmas.  At the same time, I wouldn’t use ALL of these, of course.  However, when I start styling a space, I like to gather together some favorite things so I can experiment.  It is a fun way to play around with my decor because I certainly don’t usually get it how I want it on the first try!

Here are some favorite things to use to decorate a console table at Christmas:

Christmas wreath with velvet ribbon tied on a large white window
large wooden nutcracker next to a small white house and a little Christmas tree as well as golden candlesticks

Easy Ideas to Decorate a Console Table for Christmas

How do you arrange decor on a console table?

Before we dive into specific styling ideas to decorate a console table for Christmas, it’s important to think about some general tips for styling a long, narrow piece of furniture.  First of all, there are no “rules”.  Truly, it is your own home and you get to decorate it in whatever way you love!

However, there are some general ideas for decorating console tables that can be helpful.

First, use symmetry to create a balanced look.  On my long cabinet in the music room, I have symmetry with the sconces, topiaries, and chairs that are around the console table.  Symmetry is a perfect way to get a clean look and a foundation for your decor.

Secondly, you can use the rule of thirds to create some asymmetry for a curated style.  This is my favorite part of decorating!

On my long cabinet, you can see three general groupings.  The horse and architectural salvage create a focal point in the center of the table.  On each side, elements coordinate, yet are different.  Adding similar items at different heights is a great way to create balance and a cohesive look without being too “matchy” or symmetrical.

wide angle of an apothecary with a large white mirror on top styled with christmas greenery, a wooden rocking horse, and a large white window shutter

How do you make a console table look good?

​Another general tip that I almost always use when decorating vignettes is using odd numbers.  The rule of threes is a good place to start, as I did with the statement pieces on this cabinet.  Secondly, you’ll notice that the items in the vignettes are mostly in odd numbers.  For examples, two candle holder pieces with one nutcracker creates a grouping of three.

Even if you have a small space for a foyer table or even a little table right inside of the door, you can give it a really curated look by arranging your vignette with odd numbers.

Here are a few examples to get you started:

Tip: wind a small strand of fairy lights around your vignette for a magical entrance!

What to put on the wall over a console table at Christmas?

What goes around your console table or foyer table is just as important as what you put on the tabletop.  At the same time, what you put on your tabletop really depends on what is around it…on the wall, floor, or if your console table has a shelf underneath.

In general, I think the space on the wall over a console table is a great opportunity to put something simple and neutral that can be used year round.  For example, above this cabinet in the music room, I leave this large mirror year round.

On the other hand, you can also have fun changing out the decor that goes on the wall.  In my tiny entryway, I leaned a large thrifted mirror.  You could do the same thing with artwork for an easy way to swap out decor!

Pro Tip: If you have a lot going on with the wall decor, keep the tabletop more simple.  On the other hand, if you have something simple on the wall, like a mirror, you can add more accents to the tabletop.

"Fa la la" garland hung on a large mirror with Christmas greenery framing the mirror and golden bells hanging from the edges
view from behind the piano viewing the Christmas decor on a white apothecary

How to Use Different Heights to Decorate a Console Table for Christmas

In addition to using odd numbers and considering the decor that hangs over the console table, it’s also helpful to try using different heights with your decor.  For example, when I first started styling this console table for Christmas, it just felt kind of flat.  I realized that too much of the decorations were the same height.  It felt like there were just decorations lined up down a 10 foot cabinet, which was just not working for me!

I turned my focus to intentionally creating some varied height.  Adding the tall architectural salvage piece in the middle definitely helped.  A large thrifted frame, mirror, clock, or artwork would also work to break up the height.

Next, I added an architectural salvage riser under one of the houses.  That helped to vary the heights of the white houses even more, giving more interest and texture.

Thirdly, I added candlesticks with more varied heights along with a faux tabletop tree.

Now, this console table decor feels more curated and interesting, full of texture and variety.  Because I kept all of the decor with one color scheme and limited the styles and finishes of the accents, it still has a cohesive look.

Pro Tip:  Use different heights and odd numbers.  At the same time, limit the colors and finishes to about 3 kinds of accents.  For example, I mostly used white, wood, and greenery.  For finishes and materials, I focused on wood (both natural and painted) and brass.  This will helps create a cohesive style.

view of a small White House on a piece of wooden architectural salvage next to a golden candlestick

Add Cozy Touches to Decorate a Console Table for Christmas

​If you’re anything like me when you decorate your own home, it takes several attempts to finally get my decor to where I love it.  However, once you’ve decorated your console table with all of the statement pieces and have a great focal point, it is time to add some cozy touches to your Christmas entryway decoration ideas!

Festive greenery is a perfect way to make decor feel like it has life and movement.  You can even get fresh greenery for free at your local Christmas tree farm!  I always ask first, of course, but they are very happy for me to pick up some of the extra trimmings from around the trees.  It cleans up their mess and I have free fresh green decor for my home!

If you like using the traditional reds, tuck some berry stems into the greenery for some festive Christmas color!  If you are using neutral colors, try tucking in a few pine cones for texture!

On my console table, faux trees and greenery were really what gave this space the perfect finishing touch.  I added a Christmas wreath to the architectural salvage over the wooden horse and instantly loved the Christmas cheer it added to my neutral colors.

Next, don’t forget to add a little bit of sparkle with twinkle lights!  Fairy lights that run on a timer are perfect to decorate a console table for Christmas.  You don’t have to worry about plugging in Christmas lights or dealing with thick wires.

At the same time, they add the perfect sparkle for the holiday season!  Fairy lights also make any room feel more cozy, especially when it gets dark outside so much earlier during this time of year!

wooden rocking horse styled in front of a white chippy window with a wreath hanging from it
wooden rocking horse with ornament garland strung across the neck

Happy decorating!

As you are working on cozy and beautiful Christmas decorations for your own home, I hope this gives you some easy ideas that inspire you for this festive holiday season!  Christmas decorating is so fun and I’m all about making it as enjoyable and stress-free as possible.  For me, often coming across the right inspiration is the key to really enjoying my own decorating process!  I hope that I’ve been able to help you with that as well!

For your convenience, I have curated collections of my favorite Christmas decorations over on my storefront.  You can conveniently shop these collections HERE!

right side of apothecary styled with a "fa la la" garland, white houses, and a large wooden rocking horse
wide angle of the apothecary as well as the sitting area with a small coffee table, all styled with Christmas decor
I’d love for you to follow me on social media!  You can find my home decor inspiration on Instagram, Pinterestand Facebook!  
Blessings,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Friday Favorites-French Country Cottage Christmas Inspiration

Friday Favorites-French Country Cottage Christmas Inspiration

Friday Favorites-French Country Cottage Christmas Inspiration

Hello Friends!

I am loving this lineup this week! French country cottage is one of my favorite decor styles, and Christmas is no exception. These textures combined and these gorgeous colors make me wish that we could have Christmas decor all year round! 

Small Mercury Glass Ornaments 

This is an amazing bag of 36 mercury glass ornaments! It looks so much like vintage. they are perfect for hanging, making a garland, putting in a pretty bowl, or scattering down the table as part of a centerpiece. I love these and they are a staple of my decor this year. 

Find it here on Amazon!

Battery Operated Spiral Taper Candles

 These spiral, real wax finish flameless candles are so perfect for all vintage decor! I love them and use them all the time. 

Find it here on Amazon!

Velvet Ribbon

I have been using this velvet ribbon everywhere. I love it so much and it is one of my favorite things this Christmas season.

Find it here!

Vintage Christmas Wall Art 

  Add this to a gallery wall or lean against the back of a shelf for layers.

Find it here!

Nativity Stoneware Taper Candle Holder 

 This nativity stoneware taper candle holder is the perfect way to bring in the sacredness of the Holiday.

This is a great find from Amazon!

Kilim Stocking

These kilim stockings add unique vintage texture and color!

This is a great find from Amazon! 

3 Foot Tall Nutcracker

This 3-foot-tall nutcracker is vintage-inspired. The colors are a beautiful mix of colors that blend with mercury glass, gold, and silver.

Here it is from Amazon

 

Gold Velvet Pillow Covers 

 Velvet pillow covers come in different colors. They are a really inexpensive way to add an elegant, vintage touch to the Christmas season

Find it here from Amazon

Mercury Glass Ornament Candle

  Mercury glass ornament candle is beautiful for decor but also great for holiday gifting. They are perfect to add to a coffee table or side table vignette.

Find it here from Amazon

Wreath

This wreath with ribbon and bells is ready to go! So perfect for Christmas decor!

Find it here from Amazon

If you really want to make things easy, just shop the entire list of rustic neutral favorites here!

I’d love for you to follow me on social media!  You can find my home decor inspiration on Instagram, Pinterestand Facebook!  

Blessings,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.  Posts on Robyn’s French Nest may contain affiliate links. You can see our full disclosure details here.)

17 Easy Ideas to Decorate a Ladder for Christmas

17 Easy Ideas to Decorate a Ladder for Christmas

17 Easy Ideas to Decorate a Ladder for Christmas

Have an old ladder laying around?  Try any of these fun ways and easy ideas to decorate a ladder for Christmas with cozy, festive style for the holiday season!  Keep reading to see how I’m decorating my old vintage ladders with Christmas decorations too!

Who else has an old wooden ladder around your home?  There was definitely a time period in the decorating world where a decorative ladder was, quite simply, a MUST!  Even though trends come and go and you may not see rustic ladder decor around as much, I think there are so many great ways to use them in your decor, no matter your style.

Decor styles ranging from farmhouse to traditional to industrial and more can easily incorporate a ladder into holiday decor!

Since it is Thrifting with the Gals day, my thrifted ladder that has hung over our dining room table for several years now seems like a fun choice to share with you!  Today, I’ll show you the two vintage ladders that I have in my home and how I love stying them at Christmas time.  Plus, I’ll share a list of other fun ways that you can use Christmas ladder decoration ideas for the festive season coming up!

Thrifting With the Gals: Monthly Decor Series

Before I get into all of the fun ways you can decorate a ladder for Christmas, let me first introduce you to some friends who love thrifted, vintage home decor as much as I do!  Every month, I join with these ladies for our monthly Thrifting With the Gals blog.  Each of us share a favorite thrifted item and how we are styling it in our homes!

We always enjoy featuring a guest host as well!  You’ll love following this monthly series, as it is full of great ideas for DIY, decor styling tips, thrifting tips, and even great places to go thrifting throughout the country!

This month, check out the holiday version of Thrifting with the Gals from:

 

view of Christmas tree in front of a dining room with a ladder hanging above it

17 Easy Ideas to Decorate a Ladder for Christmas

Decorate a Ladder for Christmas in the Dining Room

How to decorate an old ladder for Christmas?

Hang chandeliers from a ladder over the table

This thrifted ladder has hung over our dining room table for several years.  Since we have lower ceilings and ample recessed lighting throughout this space, I opted to not have lighting hardwired to hang over the table.  That gives me the fun option of doing some different decorating things.

My current favorite are these chandeliers, also fun thrifted finds, that hang from the ladder.  Even though they don’t offer actual lighting, I love the touch of gold and the vintage style they add to this space!

3 vintage golden chandeliers hung from a ladder over a table

Hang greenery from an old ladder over the table

One of my favorite things to do at Christmas time in this dining room space is to add greenery around the sides of the ladder.  The ladder rungs make it easy to tie the greenery and attach it securely.

We usually just use simple twine!  Sometimes I use real greenery.  However, since I love to decorate a little early, sometimes it looks a little dry by Christmas.  So, this year, I decided to order THIS very realistic faux greenery instead.

greenery strung around a ladder above a table

How to attach greenery to a ladder

How do I decorate a ladder?

The first step is to measure the side of the ladder and multiply by 2.  Allow extra length for the swag!  If you are using real greenery, it can be helpful to trim it before hanging.

Secondly, get a helper!  This is so much easier with two people…trust me!

Next, start in the middle on one side and securely attach with twine.  Since we have a wood ladder, an easy way to attach the garland is to put a small nail in the top of the ladder to loop the twine around.  This is especially helpful if you’re working with thick garland.  It just makes it a lot easier!  Zip ties are another popular choice and can also work great.

Then, you can just string the ends of the garland and attach those securely, allowing  for your preferred amount of swag.  If your garland doesn’t reach all the way to the ends, no problem!  Since you started in the middle and centered your garland, it will still look beautiful!

view of Christmas tablescape with greenery down the table and at each table setting

How to Decorate a Ladder for Christmas Over a Table

Depending on your decorating style, you can add more Christmas accents to your greenery.  Christmas ornaments are a perfect way to tie in your color scheme and add some sparkle too.  The best part is that Christmas ornaments can be a really budget-friendly way to decorate.  Check out thrift shops and yard sales throughout the year to pick up ornaments for very little extra cost to your decor!

To add ornaments to your garlands, simply use ornament hooks and hang them in the garland.

Tip: For a fragile ornament, use pipe cleaner to secure it more tightly.

I am always on the look out for pretty mercury glass ornaments and neutral colored Christmas ornaments.  Over time, I’ve collected quite very inexpensively a few old or vintage ones at flea markets.

At the same time, I added THESE gorgeous ornaments.  Even though they are too small for decorating the greenery on my ladder, I have to share them with you because I just love the vintage mercury glass look.

However, THESE beautiful ornament garlands would be absolutely perfect for adding to garlands around a rustic ladder.  I love the contrast of the old chippy look with the pretty sparkle!

Add natural elements to a ladder over a table

One year for my fall decorating, I confiscated a great pile of cut branches from the side of the road.  My ladder over our dining room table was the perfect place to style this FREE decor for the season!

For the Christmas season, you can also incorporate natural elements like pretty branches.  At the same time, if you want to use greenery like I do, you can tuck in a variety of natural elements.  Antlers and pheasant feathers would give a beautiful rustic look.  If you have access to dried hydrangeas, they would be stunning tucked into greenery around a ladder.

Another fun idea is to dry orange slices (or buy them HERE) and make a quick and simple DIY garland to add to the greenery.  These kinds of natural elements are so beautiful and are a great way to decorate without additional cost!

view of greenery hanging from a vintage ladder hung above a dinner table

Decorate a Ladder for Christmas in the Living Room

There are also a lot of fun ways to add Christmas decorations to a ladder in a living room or even an entryway by the front door.  One year, I used my vintage French ladder as a way to style a branch and little antique grain sack stockings with more dimension.  The final result was one of my favorite Christmas entryway decor styles ever!

Some years, I’ve just let the ladder be beautiful all on its own and leaned it in a corner or against a wall in the living room.  Sometimes, the best decor is the most simple!

ladder leaning against wooden cubbies that are styled with stockings and Christmas greenery

Other creative ways to decorate with a ladder for Christmas

  1. Display Christmas cards
  2. Hang Christmas stockings for the entire family
  3. Make a DIY Advent calendar with a small gift for each day
  4. Hang on the wall as a ladder shelf and display favorite ornaments
  5. String fairy lights around a blanket ladder for a more cozy look
  6. Lean a small ladder in a kitchen to display a seasonal tea towel
  7. Use an angled ladder to make a fun alternative Christmas tree
  8. Hang an old ladder on the wall and line the bottom of the ladder with pretty bottle brush trees of different heights
  9. Use a ladder on the wall as a focal point and add greenery and string lights
  10. Add wooden boards to a double ladder to make a shelf with an industrial look–this is a perfect spot to display a Christmas village!
  11. From a hanging ladder, display Christmas ornaments at different heights

What do you hang on a decorative ladder?

  • 12. Hang a ladder over a dining room table and hang string lights or and Christmas decorative items, like lanterns, as alternatives to regular dining room lighting
  • 13. Make paper snowflakes and hang from the side of a ladder, hanging on the wall or from the ceiling
  • 14. Add realistic faux garland to the sides of a ladder for seasonal style
  • 15. Hang a ladder over a dining room table and hang vintage gold chandeliers from it for an elegant style (spoiler: mine aren’t even wired!)
  • 16. Try a Christmas pennant banner or garland from the side of a vintage ladder for a festive look
  • 17. Tie wire baskets on the bottom rungs (secure tightly) and depending on the size, add cozy throw blankets or favorite seasonal children’s books for easy bedtime stories.
beautiful view of a Christmas tree and a dining room with real-touch Christmas greenery hanging from a  ladder

Well, if you don’t already have a ladder, hopefully I’ve inspired you to hunt for one!  Haha!  You could definitely tweak these ideas to use in other ways too.

However, an old wooden ladder is a lot of fun to decorate for Christmas!  Flea markets, antique malls, and vintage shops are great places to start looking!

Don’t forget to check out the other thrifted decor ideas today from the Thrifting With the Gals!  They are all linked here for your convenience and enjoyment!

vintage statue of a girl ice skating

Kristin from White Arrows Home

small black chair with a Christmas throw blanket and pillow
closeup of ironstone with red embellishments on a Christmas tablescape with candles going down the middle

And our guest host, Kelly from The Tattered Pew

centerpiece featuring a red candlestick, a demijohn, and Christmas greenery with holly berries
I’d love for you to follow me on social media!  You can find my home decor inspiration on Instagram, Pinterestand Facebook!  
Blessings,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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13 Best Ideas for Decorating a Sparse Christmas Tree

13 Best Ideas for Decorating a Sparse Christmas Tree

13 Best Ideas for Decorating a Sparse Christmas Tree

Check out these easy ways to create natural statement decor by decorating a sparse Christmas tree in the Scandinavian decor cottage style.  A sparse tree doesn’t mean a sparse look!  These Christmas tree decorations are an easy way to enjoy gorgeous, cozy decor this Christmas season!

Have you seen pictures of Christmas trees that really seem more like slightly sad Charlie Brown Christmas trees?  However, they magically turn into the most beautiful trees that feel incredibly cozy and sentimental?  Decorating a sparse Christmas tree is a really easy way to create a statement piece in your home.  At the same time, it may end up being one of the most beautiful Christmas decorations you get to enjoy this time of year!

First, let me say that I don’t think there is one kind of Christmas tree that is better than another kind.  Actually, if you were to line up all of the trees from our home, you’d find everything from $25 trees that we’ve had for many years to investment pieces.  Furthermore, you would find many different styles: skinny tree, sparse tree, some with a fuller look, real tree, flocked tree, faux tree, unlit trees, larger tree, and everything in between!!!

Let’s take a look at this fun tree style and how you may want to incorporate it into your Christmas home decor for a festive look that is also super cozy!

What is the new Christmas tree trend?

Minimalist, organic, or vintage style trees are on trend again this year (2023).  This sparse type of tree is found in Aspen or Fir trees and they are beautiful!  We will chat about some specific ways to decorate them.  However, as with most any style of tree, you can tweak any of the ideas below to fit the tree you already have too!

If you are looking for a simple Christmas tree, an Aspen or Fir type of tree is perfect for holiday decorating!  Not only do many of these faux trees have a very realistic look, but they are also a gorgeous tree to leave undecorated or to decorate.  At the same time, this kind of sparse artificial Christmas tree is perfect for almost any room of the home and works great in small spaces too.

I will show you two kinds of sparse artificial Christmas tree styles that I enjoy in our home.  There are many different ways to enjoy them during the holiday season and I’ll show you how I like to style ours.  Also, I’ll show you some other ideas that I haven’t tried yet but would like to sometime!

Are sparse Christmas trees in style?

I can confidently give a huge YES to this question!  The sparse Christmas tree is definitely in style and I don’t see it going anywhere anytime soon.  That being said, the traditional full tree is a Christmas tree look that will definitely never go out of style.  The fun thing is that you can use both kinds within the same style of home!

A sparse Christmas tree style is often found in a home with a more modern decor style OR in a home that is minimal in nature.  However, my home is neither of those styles and I think my sparse tree works well.  The reason for this is that the sparse tree is also found with Scandinavian style Christmas trees and home decor.  The Scandinavian style is very natural, organic, and neutral in style with vintage and rustic accents.

Vintage, rustic, and neutral are the keywords there that really make the sparse Christmas tree style work well in not only my home, but many of the vintage farmhouse home decor styles too.

view of a family room with a white couch styled for Christmas with a French horn gallery wall

13 Best Ideas for Decorating a Sparse Christmas Tree

1. Decorating a Sparse Christmas Tree with a Natural Look

How to decorate an Alpine Christmas Tree?

One of the things that makes the look of a sparse Christmas tree so cozy to me is the very natural and simple look.  Sparse branches can simply be left undecorated and still look so beautiful, especially with cozy lights.  In our back living room, we have a tree that I would describe as “medium sparse,” if that’s a thing.  Haha!  Basically, it doesn’t have skimpy branches but it also isn’t a really full tree like our main Christmas tree is.

Since it is a smaller, more simple style, it is perfect to add in a cozy corner and let the twinkle lights make everything cozy all by themselves!  I love how it feels very natural and organic.  For really simple, easy Christmas decor, invest in a pretty tree with semi-sparse branches, fluff it out, light it up, and just enjoy!

You can shop my semi-sparse tree HERE.  It comes in a couple of different heights.  Mine is the 6.5′ height, which is perfect for this cozy corner!

living space with a sparse Christmas tree styled in the corner with twinkle lights

​2. Decorating a Sparse Christmas Tree with Vintage Decor

How to decorate a sparse Christmas tree?

Since the sparse tree style blends so well with vintage decor, it is a great way to use your favorite vintage or vintage-style vessels!  For my semi-sparse tree, I use a vintage shipping crate as the base.  In our family room, our sparse Christmas tree rests in an antique French champagne crate.  The interest of the antique crate creates a balanced look with the sparse branches.

Tip: We stack old books in the bottom of the crate so that the tree is the right height.  Otherwise, it would sit down too low, smashing the branches.  Plus, it makes the smaller tree look larger/taller.  This is a great option for budget-friendly decorating!

​For small trees, I enjoy using crocks, old buckets, a vintage champagne bucket, or vintage baskets at the bottom of the tree.  It is a great way to elevate the look of your tree and incorporate pretty vintage elements too!

beautiful real-touch Christmas tree in a large wooden crate

​3. Decorating a Sparse Christmas Tree with the Right Tree Skirt

A tree skirt or a tree collar is a really great opportunity to make a big impact but often is an after thought.  (Speaking from experience because as I type, I’m remembering that the tree in our game room still doesn’t have a tree skirt or anything to cover the tree stand!  Haha!)  Adding a tree skirt with interest and texture will give even a sparse style tree a more substantial look.

​Whether you choose to use a tree skirt or one of the tree collars, there are endless styles available, it seems!  However, this is an item that I think is worth investing in as you will use it year after year after year!

You can use a tree skirt as a fun way to add a pop of color.  On the other hand, you may want to carefully choose your tree skirt to have a cohesive look with the rest of your room, such as blending or coordinating with pillow covers, stockings, or throw blankets.

What can I use instead of a Christmas tree skirt?

One budget-friendly way I have used to create my own tree skirt is by using fabrics that I already have.  A pretty tablecloth can make a great tree skirt!  In fact, that’s what I still need to pull out of the closet for that game room tree – a plain ‘ole white tablecloth.  But, it does the trick and just subtly blends in well.

Our big family tree is an artificial tree but I love setting it up early to enjoy for the season.  We use a vintage rice basket as a base.  Then, to cover the actual tree stand, I use one of my long, vintage grain sacks.  The vintage fabric coordinates perfectly with the style of our home and holiday decorations.  At the same time, it is something I already have on hand so that has saved me a purchase for all of these years!

Here are some pretty tree skirt and tree collar options if you need one this year:

smaller real-touch tree inside a dark brown woven basket
view of advent boxes in a cubby with a small tree in an ironstone dish

4. Decorating a Sparse Christmas Tree with Fairy Lights

How to decorate a sparse style Christmas tree with lights?

Fairy lights just make everything feel magical during the holiday season!  On the spare style fir tree in our family room, I choose to not get a pre-lit tree.  Instead, we wind our own strands of light strings around this simple tree.  The lights are on a timer so that is really convenient too.

I love how the soft glow of the fairy lights adds reflection around the room without being too bright.  It is such a nice, soft glow that makes the whole room so cozy!

sparse Christmas tree styled with wooden ornaments and fairy lights

5. Decorating a Sparse Christmas Tree with a Simple Color Scheme

There are certainly so many beautiful ways to decorate any Christmas tree.  However, for a sparse style tree that is really meant to be a simple style, my preference is to keep the color scheme as simple as the tree!

​Colors are certainly fun to use for the festive season.  However, keep your overall color scheme simple and understated.  Less really is more and you will still have a beautiful Christmas tree that makes a statement!

You can shop my favorite neutral colored Christmas decor curated for you HERE!

wide view of a Christmas family room styled with greenery and a French horn gallery wall and a Christmas tree

6. Decorating a Sparse Christmas Tree with Mercury Glass

Mercury glass is one of my favorite kinds of Christmas decorations.  In fact, I’ve purchased several of THESE mercury glass ornament garlands that I use all around our home.  I have one on my fireplace mantel and even use one down the middle of the table for pretty Christmas dining room decor too.

On a sparse style Christmas tree, reflective ornaments, such as mercury glass, are a great way to make even a simple tree sparkle and feel very curated.  For a small tree, try THESE gorgeous mercury glass ornaments!  I purchased them to use in a marble bowl on the entryway cabinet.  However, they are the perfect elegant, simple ornaments for a minimal Christmas tree too!

close up of white books on a mantel with stockings hung from it, also styled with an ornament garland

7. Decorating a Sparse Christmas Tree with Flocked Ornaments

One newer trend that I also love is the opposite of the reflective ornaments.  Flocked ornaments or velvet ornaments are new ornaments that add a gorgeous and elegant style to any tree.  The rich texture adds a unique elegance to a beautiful Christmas tree.

I think they are perfect for a sparse style Christmas tree because they add so much texture.  Often, they are rich in color too, which is a lovely addition to holiday decorations.

You can find some simple and beautiful velvet ornaments that I ordered HERE!

a flocked ornament hung from a sparse Christmas tree

8. Decorating a Sparse Christmas Tree with DIY Ornaments

On my favorite sparse style tree in our family room, we had some fun with some easy DIY ornaments!  Old wooden spindles with beautiful, raw finish patina were a budget-friendly find at only a dollar or so each.

Over on THIS post, you can find a simple tutorial of how we turned them into ornaments that have been perfect to feature on this tree.

​I love the light wood color and how it blends so beautifully with my other decor as well as the overall style of our home!

DIY wooden spindles cut up to make ornaments

9. Decorating a Sparse Christmas Tree with Simple Garlands

Simple ornament garlands are one of my very favorite things to decorate with.  Actually, I use them more frequently in other places besides the Christmas tree!  However, both THIS favorite mercury glass ornament garland or THIS antiqued gold bell garland would be absolutely perfect for a sparse style Christmas tree.

In fact, just writing this is making me consider ordering a few more to use on my trees too!

What makes them perfect for a sparse style tree is that the swag in the garland can fill some of the bare space.  At the same time, a simple tree needs simple ornaments.  By using a garland, the ornaments have a cohesive look.  This helps keep the simple style of tree from feeling cluttered or overwhelmed with ornaments.

bell nd ornament garlands layered and hung from a white mantel

10. Decorating a Sparse Christmas Tree with Fruit

Dried fruit is such a gorgeous and simple way to decorate for Christmas.  Dried oranges are especially beautiful and they are easy to hang on the branch tips with pretty ribbon or twine!  I love how the simplicity of the dried fruit looks with the simplicity of the Scandinavian style Christmas trees too.

Dried orange slices are easy to make (check out Rachel’s amazing post HERE that shares all the details!) but you can also purchase them inexpensively HERE.  If you are pressed for time, THESE are a great option.  I also love using dried orange slices for easy Christmas gift wrap too.  You can find more easy gift wrap ideas on THIS post!

​See Rachel’s handiwork on this gorgous tree:

dried orange slices styled on a white flocked Christmas tree

11. Decorating a Sparse Christmas Tree with Candles

What better way to add vintage style to a simple sparse Christmas tree than with candles?!  However, I am always baffled about how every single home didn’t burn down back in the days when people put real candles on their trees!  I cannot even imagine!  THESE clip on candles are the perfect solution.  Plus, they work on a timer and add a simple, soft glow to any simple Christmas tree!

I love using these on the narrow Christmas tree in my bedroom!

tall, narrow Christmas tree in a master bedroom styled for Christmas

12. Decorating a Sparse Christmas Tree with Gift Wrap

One of the best ways to add a pop of color and festive style to your Christmas tree is by giving a little extra attention to the gift packages that go around it!  Even though every gift doesn’t need to have all the fancy touches, adding big bows, ornaments, floral picks, or greenery, like pine picks, to some of the gifts will elevate the style of your Christmas tree so much!

On THIS post, I share some of my favorite super easy ways to make Christmas gift wrap look extra special!

White and green colored wrapped presents underneath a large Christmas tree

13. Decorating a Sparse Christmas Tree with Ribbon

Ribbon is such a wonderful way to decorate any Christmas tree.  In fact, you probably already use ribbon on your tree!  However, adding ribbon to a sparse style tree is a great way to add more layers and texture but in a really simple, minimal way.

​​I’ve been using THIS gorgeous raw edge velvet ribbon everywhere in my Christmas decor and I’m loving it.  It comes in a lot of different colors so you can choose a color that accents and complements your own decor too!

How to put ribbon on a sparse Christmas tree?

I think the prettiest way to use ribbon on a sparse style Christmas tree is to tie simple bows and let the ends hang long and flowy.  This softens the lines of the tree and added texture to the “in between” parts of the branches.

piece of vintage ribbon tied at the end of a garland of greenery

Have I convinced you yet to have fun decorating a sparse style or “Scandinavian style” Christmas tree in your home?  They are so beautiful and add such a cozy glow.

Over on my storefront, find it HERE, I have a list of favorite Christmas greenery and trees.  There are some beautiful trees there, including the one that we enjoy in our back living room space!  I hope that is helpful to you as you work on your own festive and cozy holiday home!

I’d love for you to follow me on social media!  You can find my home decor inspiration on Instagram, Pinterestand Facebook!  

Blessings,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Notes From the Nest

Notes From the Nest

Notes From the Nest

Is anyone else just loving the anticipation of the upcoming weeks?  I love Thanksgiving and all of the holiday fun.  I even love many aspects of the hustle and bustle as we enjoy seasonal activities and events together as a family!  I am working hard to get our home ready for the holidays with our Christmas decor.  It truly helps me take a deep breath and relax at the end of a busy day when the soft glow of the Christmas tree lights and my flickering flameless candles usher in the evening!  This week has been all about preparation!

I hope you enjoy the Notes From Our Nest this week!

Around Our Nest:

  • I have been ordering clothes and shoes right and left for our kiddos!  The Thanksgiving program, Christmas events, and activities are coming fast.  Of course, NOTHING fits from last year.  Haha!  And Florida boys don’t usually own long, black pants.  Thank goodness for Amazon!
  • We had such a fun family night putting up our tree together.  I love that our kids get so excited about it!  We have so many ornaments from family adventures and memories.  It was a lovely evening and ended with our traditional “snowball” fight, of course!
  • Starbucks holiday drinks are out.  Let’s just say I’ve been drinking more than my fair share of desserts already this season!
  • I’m not finished with Christmas decorating, but I’m getting close!  And then I can start tweaking and rearranging because what’s the fun in being “done” decorating?!  

Around the ‘Gram This Week:

  • It’s been a busy week on Instagram!  Over on THIS post, I shared a peek at our 2023 Christmas Card from Minted.  Good news: You can use my code ROBYNHOLIDAY2023 to get 20% off of your cards and gifts + free shipping (*exclusions apply).  Get your cards ordered HERE!  I love the Minted brand and especially the free recipient addressing.  It saves me so much time during the busy season!
  • One of the questions I get a lot is for tips and idea of styling greenery.  Over on THIS post, I shared how I layer winter greenery.  Check it out for a quick and easy tutorial!
  • Our entryway is small but I had SO much fun decorating it!  Check out my free decor on THIS post and how I styled it with pieces I already had to make for a really fun look.  It makes me smile to walk through this little space!

Around the Blog This Week:

  • The blog has been full of Christmas inspiration all week long!  I’ve joined with some of my favorite blogging friends to share so many of our favorite decor ideas, tips, tutorials, and inspiration.  We hope you’ve enjoyed it!  Here is where you can find all of the posts:

Day 1: 7 Best Simple Christmas DIY Decoration Ideas
Day 2: 23 Best & Easy Ways to Decorate a Christmas Tree
Day 3: Best Ideas for Christmas Decorating with Winter Greenery
Day 4: 15 Best Ideas for Festive Entryways and Christmas Front Porch Decorating
Day 5: Beautiful Vintage Farmhouse Christmas Home Decor Ideas
Day 6: 15 Festive and Easy Christmas Gift Wrap Ideas
Day 7: 11 Best Festive Christmas Table Decor Ideas

Around the Storefront This Week:

It’s been a fun week around the storefront.  Christmas decor is just the best!  I’ve ordered a few new things myself and I’m having fun sharing those with you.

Here are some of the top sellers over on my storefront this week:

  1. I am obsessed with these Christmas must-haves!  Did I mention I’ve already ordered two?!
  2. These remote-controlled pillar candles are amazing!
  3. I use these everywhere!  I especially love them for Christmas!
  4. These lights are giving an extra special sparkle aaround our house this year!
  5. And this ribbon?  It’s perfection on my mantel!

You can check this list on my storefront.  I update it daily with favorite deals that I think you’ll love too!  Also on my storefront are my holiday gift guides, so if you need some ideas, check that out too!

Coming Up This Week Around the Nest:

There are so many fun things coming up that I am excited to share with you as I continue working on decking the halls of our home for Christmas!

  1. How to decorate a sparse style Christmas tree, like an Aspen or Fir
  2. Ideas for what to put your Christmas tree in for extra character and style
  3. Fun ideas for decorating an old ladder for the Christmas season
  4. Tips for decorating a console table for Christmas
  5. Christmas dining room tour and shelf styling ideas
  6. + Join me for some vintage shopping!

 

Inspiration Around the Nest This Week:

As always, I love to share some inspiration from some of my favorites!  Check out these posts for more inspiration for YOUR nest!

Inspiration Around the Nest This Week:

Follow along with Kim at Shiplap and Shells for her great trips on how to create Christmas vignettes in under 5 minutes.  I love simple ideas for high impact!

Check it all out here!

Inspiration Around the Nest This Week:

Heidi at Eleanor Rose Home always such beautiful photography. This week she shares simple tips for DIY no sew Curtains.

You’re going to love her entire blog!

Inspiration Around the Nest This Week:

And of course, who could forget my friend Renae over at Peacock Ridge?  She has the perfectly timed post with great tips to se t a beautiful Thanksgiving table.

Check out all the details HERE!

Thanks for being here!  I hope you are starting to get that excited feeling as we head into this magical season.  And most of all, that in all of the hustle and bustle, you can reflect and live in these words from my favorite author, Ann Voskamp:

“There is a way to live the BIG of giving thanks in all things.  It is this: to give thanks in this one small thing.  The moments will add up.”

I hope you have a really great week and I can’t wait to see you around the nest this week for all the fun coming up!

 

I’d love for you to follow me on social media!  You can find my home decor inspiration on Instagram, Pinterestand Facebook!  
Blessings,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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11 Best Festive Christmas Table Decor Ideas

11 Best Festive Christmas Table Decor Ideas

11 Best Festive Christmas Table Decor Ideas

Make setting your Christmas table decor and place settings a breeze this year with these easy styling ideas and simple beautiful decor tips!  Keep reading for our favorite holiday tablescape ideas to try this season!

You all know how much I love setting pretty table settings, centerpieces, and place settings!  Christmas might just be my favorite of all with all of the festive accents, joyous occasions, and even a little sparkle mixed in!  There are so many pretty Christmas table decor ideas out there.  So, today, we are going to help you narrow down some of the ideas with our favorites!

There is a lot of inspiration for you here, so make sure to pin your favorites to use when you’re ready to set your first Christmas tablescape for the season!