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This week, I’m sharing our final winter decorations that go up – the Christmas tree and our front porch lights.  Coupon code at the end!

Sources:  1. Flocked Slim Christmas Tree  | 2. Tree Skirt | 3. Sheepskin Runner | 4. Large Wire Wreath (sold out from 2018, similar here)| 5. Garland | 6. Metal Lanterns (from 2017, similar here) | 7. Stockings | 8. Dew Drop Lights| 9. Faux Fur Throw Pillows (on sale!)  | 10. Birch Logs

 

I’ve always been on Team “Real Tree” but there are some very convincing faux options on the market that had me convinced two years ago. AND the amazing thing about a faux tree is that a ton of them come pre-lit.  It takes out all of the light spacing, cord tangling stress and leaves only the fun ornament hanging. Speaking of ornaments, I decided to forgo the ornaments this year and kept the tree simple with just its lights. This is our third holiday season enjoying our King of Christmas Flocked Tree, and I can honestly say that I very much enjoy having a faux tree. Not only is it beautiful, but it fits perfectly in my space.  Thanks to the slim shape, we still have room to walk from the entryway to the living room.

 

Front Door

Sources:  1. Garland | 2. Wreath | 3. Mini Trees | 5. Dew Drop Lights|

 

Really loving how our new front door looks decorated for the holidays this year. My front door decor items are usually made up of: garland around the door frame, a wreath, and two small trees (one on each side of the door for balance.)

Now that Thanksgiving is done, and all the Christmas decorations are up and out, it’s time to enjoy the holiday splendor and make time to do the things you love. The only holiday to-do’s I have left on my list is to wrap some gifts and place them under the tree!  As for the rest of the holiday season, I always find this to be a good time to reflect on the year, and to start thinking about goals for the new year to come.

Lastly, if you’re still shopping for a Christmas tree or other Christmas decorations,  I have a coupon code for you! Use the code: SAVE15: during checkout for 15% off your purchase of anything on the King of Christmas site.

Thanks for reading!

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This week, I’m sharing how I “winterized” two features in our home: the entryway and the fireplace mantels—how to make those areas feel like a little winter escape with a nod to the holidays (yes there are stockings, but tree’s not up…YET) in early November that could easily be added to for Christmas, and is giving me all the cozy feels.

Entryway – Creating a Simple, Elegant Welcoming

Sources:  1. French Country Mirror | 2. Mini Wreath | 3. Silver Bell Ornaments | 4. Metal Lantern | 5. Dew Drop Lights|

I styled our entryway and fireplace mantels, using mostly Target products (Wondershop, DollarSpot, Threshold, and Hearth & Hand) all in this beautiful natural winter vibe. The general aesthetic theme was “hygge ranch” so I kept everything simple and minimal (with a couple of statement pieces) to work with.  The main palette was set with whites, metals, woods and greenery rounded out with lots of soft ambient lights and twinkle lights…starting at the front door.

 

Fireplace Mantels – Adding Traditional and Statement Holiday Elements

Sources:  1. Large Wire Wreath (sold out from 2018, similar here)| 2. Garland | 3. Metal Lanterns (from 2017, similar here) | 4. Mini Trees | 5. Dew Drop Lights|

 

Probably one of my favorite features of a home is having a fireplace mantel to decorate for the holidays. Lucky for us, we have two fireplaces, so I get double the fun to decorate both mantels.

I made the garland above by combining three different garlands and faux stems for a fuller look, and wove in dewdrop lights, then swagged the garland to one side so it’s off centered from the mantel for a more modern vibe.  I plan to add more candles scattered across the mantel for more soft lighting as lighting is so important during these darker days.

Hands down, my favorite new holiday item from Target’s Wondershop this year is this fabulously large, simple yet striking, lit wire wreath, pictured on my accent wall at the kitchen. At night, the ambiance is calming in this room from the wreath’s twinkle lights.

Sources: 1. Lit LED Wire Christmas Wreath “Joy”   | 2. Garland | 3. Light Fixtures (from remodel June 2019)| 4. Wreath on Hood |

Target DollarSpot finds this season: four mini wreaths I attached to the backs of the counter stools, and a sled and mini holiday sign to add to the kitchen vignettes.

While our home is already pretty neutral, going with softer colors instead of traditional holiday hues like red and green (or even blue and silver) neutral colors really extends the life of the “winter” look. Plus, if you’re like me, right at New Year’s Eve, I get a little anxious to take down any signs of Christmas already.  I can’t imagine getting tired of cozy, furry pillows, cozy throws, and glowy candles, piece I could still carry throughout to early spring.

I’m full-on ready now to bring in winter (even though it still hits near 70 in the afternoons in DFW)!

Stay tuned for the next holiday post where I’ll share our Christmas tree and front porch!