2021 Christmas Design Boards & Decorating Ideas

2021 Christmas Design Boards & Decorating Ideas

Starting in our entryway, you’ll find pretty quickly that this room is going to look quite a bit different than most of the others this year. I had originally planned to go with a brown & blue toned theme for the whole house. But, then I couldn’t find much of what I had envisioned. I had already bought some velvet ribbon for the entryway, so we’re going with it despite it not coordinating with many of the other rooms 😉 I’m most excited to use this Pinecone Wreath that I bought on major clearance last year after the end of the season. I was so happy to see they brought it back again this year!

CHRISTMAS ENTRYWAY SOURCES: Pinecone Garland | Gold Bell Set | Brown Velvet Ribbon | Khaki Velvet Ribbon | Plaid Rug | Lantern Pendant Chandelier | White Raffia Cabinet | Black Thin Framed Mirror | Wood Bowl | Ornaments | Wreath | Mini Lit Tree | Pinecone Wreath | Raffia Console Table | Ticking Stripe Upholstered Cubes | Round Mirror | Paint Dipped Vase | Faux Berry Juniper Branch | Wood Nativity | Wood Crèche | Metal Stars | Wood Cypress Trees | Swing Arm Sconce | ‘It Is Well’ Canvas | Bench | Embroidered Square Pillow Cover (similar here) | Similar Velvet Pillow Cover | Door Color: Benjamin Moore Water’s Edge | Wall Color: Simply White

This year, I’ll be using these Plaid Pillow Covers in our living room. I love that you can buy them with or without an insert and how they add just the right amount of red to the room! Although the colors will essentially be the same as I used last year, by reversing some of the bold options, I think it will still give a very different look! And great news – as of right now, my favorite slim Faux Christmas Tree is back in stock! As predicted, our garland sold out super quickly and Afloral has said they don’t have plans to restock this year. I’ve searched all over for a similar look and pricepoint and this garland is the best I could come up with!

CHRISTMAS LIVING ROOM SOURCES: Gallery Wall Frames | Linen Sofas | Velvet Pillow Cover | Linen Pillows | Plaid Pillow Covers | Leather Buckle Back Chairs | Cotton Waffle Sherpa Back Throw Blanket | Faux Christmas Tree | Capiz Star Tree Topper | Woven Tree Collar | Raffia Coffee Table | Weathered Black Vase | Faux Cedar Stems | Wooden Nutcrackers | Faux Real Touch Garland | Chunky Knit Stockings (look for less here)

Regardless of season, I try and keep the decor in our kitchen to a minimum. These Stewart Plaid Tea Towels along with a bowl filled with leftover ornaments are the perfect way to bring in some holiday color and cheer without bringing in too much clutter!

CHRISTMAS KITCHEN SOURCES: Natural Wood Serving Board | Navy Blue Wood Serving Board | White Serving Board | Stewart Plaid Tea Towels | Real-Touch Faux Pine Wreath | Basket Pendant Light | Pedestal Bowl | Red Ornaments | Cabinet Knob | Cabinet Bin Pull | Dutch Oven | Recipe Book Stand | “Very Merry Cocktails” Book | Wood Lanterns | Runner Rug | Bistro Counter Stool | Paint Colors: Benjamin Moore Simply White and Benjamin Moore Providence Blue

Moving into our dining room, the star of the show will be this Stewart Plaid Rug. I had some Rewards dollars to use, and rather than buy something practical, I splurged on this gorgeous rug, that I can guarantee will bring a smile to my face every holiday season when I bring it out! I’m also really excited to bring my “Fall On Your Knees” Canvas back in the space this year too.

CHRISTMAS DINING ROOM SOURCES: “Fall On Your Knees” Canvas | Faux Natural Fir Christmas Tree | Moravian Star Tree Topper (similar here) | Linear Chandelier (look for less here) | Mirror | Real-Touch Faux Pine Wreath | Red Velvet Ribbon | Buffet Table | Cane Chairs – CB2 (no longer available) – similar here | Round Dining Table | Stewart Plaid Rug | Weathered Black Vase | Faux Cedar Stems | Wood Charger | Gold Flatware

As we move upstairs, everything in our bedroom will be items I’ve used in years past! These Stewart Plaid & Sherpa Lumbar Pillows were one of my all-time favorite buys last year (the sherpa backs are so cozy) and I’ll be using them in our bedroom instead of the living room. This Christmas Tree was a new purchase last year too, and I can’t believe I waited so long to have a tree in our bedroom! I’m convinced we’ll have one now every year from here on out!

CHRISTMAS MASTER BEDROOM SOURCES: Wingback Bed | Cane Nightstands | Wood Bead Chandelier | White Jute Rug | Lamps | Frames | Striped Curtains | Brass Curtain Rod | Stewart Plaid & Sherpa Lumbar Pillows | Velvet Pillows | Bench | Dresser | Mirror | Vase | Faux Juniper Stems | Wood Bowl | Ornaments | Christmas Tree | Woven Tree Collar | Olive Wreath | Red Velvet Ribbon

In our main guest bedroom, I’ll be using the Stewart Plaid Shams & Duvet Cover that we used on our bed last year! It’s an easy way to change up the look in both spaces without having to buy anything new. Just doing a little room swap for a fresh perspective! And, while I’m not entirely sure this fairly slim Faux Christmas Tree will fit in here, I’m still going to give it a try. It likely won’t ever get ornaments, but I love the twinkling glow of Christmas lights!

CHRISTMAS GUEST BEDROOM SOURCES: Upholstered Bed | Stewart Plaid Shams & Duvet Cover | Velvet Pillow Covers | Bead Chandelier | Raffia Nightstands | White Ceramic Lamps (come as a set of two) | Gallery Wall Frames | Red Velvet Ribbon | Faux Christmas Tree | Capiz Star Tree Topper | Woven Tree Collar | Cane Chair | Dresser | Round Mirror | Weathered Black Vase | Faux Pine Bundles | Small Wood Chain Decor

This will be the first Christmas since we renovated our Jack & Jill bathroom, so I felt like it needed a little holiday treatment as well! This is the bathroom that sits between our guest bedroom above with our den. Despite how simple the updates will be, this is one of the rooms I’m most excited to decorate!

CHRISTMAS GUEST BATHROOM SOURCES: Vanity | Pivot Mirrors | Light Fixtures | Red Velvet Ribbon | Sink Faucets | Bath Accessories Set | Pinwheel Carrara Marble Floor Tile | Stewart Plaid Bath Mat | Stewart Plaid Towels | Brass Moravian Star Light | Beveled Subway Tiles | Shower/Tub Fixtures | Bathtub | Paint Dipped Vase | Faux Pine Bundles | Paint Color: Benjamin Moore Simply White