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A Christmas Home Tour

A Christmas home tour of my house will hopefully inspire your own holiday decor!

A white fireplace with antlers overhead and a large Christmas tree in the corner.
Welcome to our cozy home during my favorite time of year. I am so happy to have you here and I hope that what you see gives some inspiration as I have found through the many beautiful images and blogs that share their homes. So let’s begin! As you enter our door here is our front room in the image above.

Up close of the red dominant Christmas tree ornaments.

This tree is filled with nostalgic Christmas ornaments from my husband’s and my childhood, our early married years and now our own children’s. I also have added collected nutcrackers, dollar tree ornaments, an old advent calendar, etc… Truthfully one thing I have learned is that there is no right or wrong way to decorate a Christmas tree. Sometimes less is more and in this example I was stuffing larger pieces into the tree to fill up empty space. As I moved to the outer part of the tree I hung smaller ornaments. You will see the reindeer I created from paper and masking tape then covered with a sweater. I threw a scarf on him after seeing it done here on craftberry bush. I also used my glitter garland tutorial here for the Merry Christmas message.

Papa and Mama stockings hanging on the mantel.

A gold Christmas banner in front of the mantel.

A green wreath hanging on the wall.

White antlers with a scarf around the head.

A wicker basket filled with presents and a green plant.
As you head down our very long hallway you enter into our kitchen. I was completely inspired by one of my favorite blogs – craftberry bush to bring greenery in and use it throughout the house. I loved how she mixed fresh greens in her decor and used this idea throughout our kitchen/dining room/family room. This is a wonderful and inexpensive way to fill vases, tabletops, etc…

Dining room table with a wreath on the wall, and evergreen on the table.

A Merry sign on the counter behind tea cups.

Evergreen plant with cinnamon sticks and a rolling pin beside it.
Through our kitchen and up a very tiny step you will find yourself in our family/dining room (this used to be a sunroom before we moved into the house). We bought this tree and all the store bought ornaments when I was pregnant with my first born. I loved the idea of a neutral and rustic holiday tree. The only things that have changed since getting this tree from over 6 years ago are some handmade ornaments – such as the book page ornaments found here by City Farmhouse. I also have added some burlap ribbon. Ribbon or garland is a wonderful way to add texture, movement and interest to your trees. On our dining table I tied my napkins after seeing this lovely setting here on Vintage House. If you look closely you will notice the table is not completely set… I still wanted to give an idea of what it would look like.

A small table behind the dining room table with a stand up lamp and a chandelier above the table.

A centerpiece with evergreen and candles on a set table.

A black chandelier above the dining room table decorated for Christmas.

Christmas presents under the large tree.

A large decorated Christmas tree by the dining room.

A white couch with gray and white pillows on it.

A hanging stocking with the letter E on it.

A little dog under the coffee table.

Green and gold ornaments on the Christmas tree.

Christmas stockings hanging on the wooden table in the dining room.
Head back down the hallway and there is our small bedroom with a few winter touches. In the corners and rooms that are not pictured you would see piles of toys, laundry baskets, mail to sort, etc… I do love to make pretty pictures, decorate and create but do not misunderstand that there are messes and lots of life being lived in this very little home. It is easy to push messes out of the way for a quick snap of a picture – then seconds later, things are all over the floor/counters again and that is beautiful too.

A wrapped present on the bed in the bedroom

The white bedding with dark wood bed and faux fur on the bed.

A white Christmas tree in the bedroom.
Again thanks for stopping by and taking the time to share my home. I know I am always saying that we are on a tight budget (which is still very true) – but we have saved and collected Christmas items over the years. Here are some ways or ideas to do Christmas on a budget…
– Shop decor after the season (it is marked way down).
– Make decorations/ornaments. There are so many projects out there using paper, nature from outdoors and inexpensive craft items.
– Using what you already have and moving it around makes it new.
– Use ribbon or inexpensive Garland to fill your trees.
– shop at your local thrift stores – you can find trees, ornaments, nutcrackers and more.
Most importantly do what fits your family and loved ones. This is something that I love to do and if you have been reading my blog you know that I love to craft late at night with movies on and find ways to make things for a fraction of the cost. That makes me happy – but each of us like different things, have different taste and different budgets. Growing up, my parents decorated with one tree and sometimes we put it up a week before Christmas. This was magical to my brother and I. I wouldn’t have wished for anything different – it was perfect because we were sharing it as a family. These are just decorations – our joy truly came (and still does) from the anticipation for the reason we celebrate… A celebration of Jesus’ birth.
Have a wonderful week friends!

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7 Comments

  1. Oh wow, your house is just SO beautiful!!!!! Just stunning….makes me feel warm and cozy. I love it! I wish I could come live at your house for the holidays! And that deer head you made…. I’m in awe!

    xox, Maya Beth @mylifeasmaya.com

    1. Maya- you are so sweet! Thank you so much! I love that you took the time to stop by and check it out. I hope you are having a wonderful weekend with your beautiful family!

  2. Your Christmas tree!!! Oh my!!! What a gorgeous home tour. Maybe, just maybe, I’ll be able to do this next year. Right now, we’re doing so much renovating it’s almost unbearable. 🙂 Thank you for sharing your beautiful home. ~s

    1. Shelley –
      thank you so much and I love that you came and checked zevy joy out! I can’t even imagine trying to decorate while renovating! Happiest New Year to you!

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