This farmhouse Christmas tree is styled with neutral ornaments, cotton stems, and navy velvet ribbon for a cozy Navy & Green look you’ll want to recreate.
Hello friends! This post has been a long time coming, and I’m excited to finally share the finished tree. I delayed finishing this one because I wasn’t eager to buy a whole new collection of decor—I loved last year’s pieces—so I mostly reused what I had and added just a few new touches like a “Merry Christmas” sign, a new tree collar, a tree skirt, and navy velvet ribbon.
- I started the season uninspired to shop for brand-new items, so I relied on existing ornaments and accents, only adding a few new pieces for freshness.
- Instead of creating faux gifts from new wrapping paper, I waited until Black Friday/Cyber Monday for actual purchases, then wrapped real presents in paper we already owned. I only added a couple of new rolls, which helped reduce waste and kept my wrapping organizer from overflowing.
Using what I already owned and wrapping real gifts with existing paper made this, surprisingly, my favorite tree yet. It feels more personal and intentional than starting from scratch.
If you’ve already decorated for the season, tuck this idea away for next year: save the visual for a Pinterest board or a decorating file and revisit it when you plan next year’s color palette and accents.
I’ve been wanting a basket-style tree collar for a few years. In previous seasons I used a galvanized collar and even a DIY crate, but this year I found a woven basket collar and paired it with a navy tree skirt for a layered, farmhouse look.
I introduced navy accents by weaving in a plaid navy ribbon I’d purchased previously and a new velvet navy ribbon I found at a craft store. Velvet is a rich, seasonal texture that pairs beautifully with wood, cotton, and neutral ornaments.
All the ornaments are pieces I’ve collected over time. I included DIY mini wooden sign ornaments I made last year and some larger distressed wood and white ornaments I found previously. These mixed textures—wood, paint-worn finishes, velvet ribbon, and cotton—create that cozy farmhouse vibe.
I shared the decorating process in my Instagram stories for those who follow along there. If you missed the stories, I plan to compile the clips into a short video so you can see the steps and placement tips from start to finish.
Cotton stems and lamb’s ear picks from last year’s decorations helped fill bare spots and add a snowy, natural texture. Those stems make a big visual difference and are an easy way to bulk up the tree without heavy ornament clusters.
For the tree topper I swapped last year’s sign for a new “Merry Christmas” sign purchased at a local craft store. A simple written sign is a charming alternative to a traditional star or angel and fits the farmhouse aesthetic well.
When wrapping gifts, I used green-and-white patterned paper from a well-known seasonal collection. It’s sturdy, classic, and takes ribbon and embellishments beautifully. I also used supplies I already owned—burlap ribbon and a few small ornaments—to keep the look cohesive with the tree.
One of my favorite gift-wrapping tips is to repurpose old decor or ornaments as package accents. The little green wreaths used here were from a seasonal shop’s bargain section and are secured with burlap ribbon. I also used handmade wood slice ornaments made in a previous DIY session as charming, reusable gift toppers.
Finishing this large tree felt so satisfying. The navy touches, natural textures, and warm neutrals combine into a look that feels both festive and personal—perfect for a farmhouse-inspired home.
Also see my Navy & Green Christmas mantel for more ideas on carrying this palette through your space.
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