Classic Christmas colors and even a touch of pink give this home a traditional holiday feel. See my 2021 Christmas decorating plans for the living room, bedroom, dining room and the rest of the house.
Last year was our first real Christmas in this home, and I felt overwhelmed about where to begin. So, for the first time ever, I drew up some real design plans ahead of time to help me picture the space. It was sooooo helpful!
Before that, I'd never planned my Christmas decor beyond sketching it on paper in my Holiday Planner, but I found that seeing my plans visually worked great!
I know it's always a debated subject when bloggers share their Christmas ideas and decor in early November, or even October. But my goal is to inspire and help YOU prep and plan your decor early, so you can grab the things you love before they sell out. I hope you can get ready early and enjoy the process rather than feeling rushed at the last minute.
It's so much easier to decorate for Christmas when I already have last year's decor to build on. It feels far less overwhelming. So, let's dive in!
The photo below was taken in our living room during our first Christmas here, right after we moved in. That was all the decorating I did that year. HA!
Then last year we upgraded our Christmas tree in the living room, and I am obsessed!
Grand Frasier Fir Christmas Tree | Woven Basket Tree Collar
I've had my eye on this particular Christmas tree for two years. It's definitely an investment piece, and I went back and forth over the price, wondering whether the size would even work in our living room. I worried it might be too big, but I also wanted it to fill the space nicely.
It's SO perfect for this corner of our living room. It fills the space beautifully without feeling overwhelming. I love how full the branches are even with nothing on them, and I'm thrilled with it! I can't wait to decorate it again this year!
OK, now on to my Christmas decorating plans.
Holiday Decor Plans for the Living Room
I mainly wanted to reuse much of my existing decor but tweak the colors a bit. Seeing everything laid out like this keeps me from overbuying and having to return a pile of stuff. I shared how I make these mood boards (here), if you'd like to do the same!
Cedar Garland | Pomegranate Stems | Knit Stockings with Gold Stars | Red Plaid Ribbon | Green Plaid Ribbon | Brass Bells | Deer Ornaments | Mercury Glass Ornaments | Console Table | White & Brass Lamp | Storage Boxes (Large & Small) | Brass Candle Sticks | Red Plaid Frame | Faux Mini Tree | Faux Fur Throw | Cedar Berries & Snow Abstract art | Star Tree Topper | Grande Frasier Fir Christmas Tree | Cane Basket Tree Collar | Plaid & Green Wrapping Paper | Sectional Sofa | Green Velvet Pillow Cover | Fawn Pillow Cover | Red & Green Plaid Pillow Cover | Blue “Vintage” Rug
I'm still in love with all the classic red and plaid, but I'm adding a bit more green this year. I ADORE this Cedar Berries & Snow Abstract art I bought, and I can't wait to show it off in the space. It's going to look beautiful once everything is in place!
Christmas Decorating in the Dining Room
Next up is the dining room, which I'm thrilled to decorate with my great-grandmother's furniture. I'm still working on the design board for the room's makeover. But it'll be so much fun to deck the halls just the way it is right now!
Brass Deer Statue | Antique Server | Metal Brass Mirror | Mini Tabletop Trees (similar) | Tiered Serving Tray | Cedar Wreath | Cluster of Bells | Wooden Nutcrackers | Antique Hutch | Gold Silverware | Winter Song Plates (retired) | Plaid Plates | Antique Dining Table | Olive & Charcoal Rug | Plaid Table Runner | Christmas Tree Serving Platter
One of the most exciting parts of this new-to-me furniture is that there's finally room for a tree in the dining room! I'm not sure how I'll decorate it yet. I might leave it bare this year, but I'm excited to have another tree in the house. (This is the tree I got.)
You may remember that last year I put a Christmas tree in my office so there'd be one visible from the front of our house. There are 6 windows across the front of our house, so I wanted at least one window to hold a tree.
This year there will be two trees, one on each side of the house, and I'm so excited! Nothing makes me happier than seeing Christmas lights as I pull up to the house at night.
Christmas Decorating in the Kitchen
Last year at this time I was still finishing up my kitchen makeover. It doesn't look all that different, but it's nice to finally feel it's "done" and simply build on how I decorated it last year.
Brass Chandelier | Gold Ornaments | Cheeky Reindeer Mugs | Santa Claus Mugs | Riviera Swivel Bar Stools | Brass Knobs & Pulls | Pothos Plant | Lamp (similar) | Green Plaid Throw Pillow | Plaid Kitchen Towels | Paper Towel Holder | Scallop Wicker Frames | Christmas Art | Kitchen Runner | Mistletoe and Berry Wreath | Green Velvet Pillows | Wade Storage Bench
The kitchen has to work hard through the holidays, so I try not to add much clutter. Instead, I like to swap everyday kitchen essentials for holiday versions, like art, mugs, towels and more! I also add wreaths to all of the cabinets. It makes the room feel so fun and festive.
Christmas in the Primary Bedroom
Last year was the first time I really decorated our bedroom. I'd put a tree in there before, but not much more. Last year I added Christmas bedding, and I was hooked.
Petite Pano Pines Winter Art | Four Poster Bed | Stewart Plaid Bedding | Mistletoe Pillow | Ivory Linen Curtains | Brass Curtain Rod | Bamboo Shades | Blue Nightstand | Double Gourd Lamp | Tabletop Pine Tree | Dresser | Flocked Christmas Tree | Basket Tree Stand (learn my Christmas tree basket trick) | Large White Bowl | Pinecone Vase Filler | Pre-Lit Beaded Glass Trees
It's just too fun to walk in there with the glow of the Christmas tree and plaid bedding. I'm even adding winter and Christmas art above the bed this year, and maybe a few other decor pieces! I'm so excited to pull it all together.
P.S. Some of the furniture on the design board hasn't been shared yet, and some pieces are on my wish list! Stay tuned for a full primary bedroom makeover down the road!
More Christmas Decor Ideas
Finally, I'll be decorating the office and the girls' room again. My daughters recently decided they wanted separate rooms, so I'm not sure which room will get the tree this year. But I'll use the same box of 85 blush ornaments set I used last year. That set is so easy and perfect for kids!
Girls Rooms: Ruffled Burlap Tree Skirt | Flocked Pre-Lit Tree | 85 Blush Ornaments Set
Office: Floral Curtains | Flocked Mountain Pine Christmas Tree | Gold Ornaments | Brass Tree Collar | Blush and Gray Rug | Girly Blush Ornaments | Yearly Wall Calendar | Mercury Glass Ornament Garland
My office was one of my favorite Christmas spaces last year. The ornaments I bought last year, along with the spray-painted "brass" tree collar, gave it the perfect blush and glam look! It shows how a few seasonal touches can go a long way in any space!
I hope this gives you a sense of where I'm headed with my Christmas decor this year! I'm excited to take you along. It really helps me think through each space and pin down exactly what I want to do!
Do you like to go all out with your Christmas decorating, or do you prefer to keep things simpler?
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