A cozy living room decorated for Christmas with a lit tree, wrapped presents, candles, a garland and tree ornaments on the mantel, and a wintry painting above a white brick fireplace. Plush pillows and blankets are on the sofa.

Welcome to my Handmade Cottage Farmhouse Christmas Home Tour! I’m so excited to be joining my blogging friends for the 2024 Virtual Holiday Home Tour this year. This annual event is one of my favorites because it’s such a wonderful way to get inspired by so many amazing homes all dressed up for the holiday season.

After incorporating red into my Christmas color scheme last year, I was craving the cozy calm of my usual neutrals this year. I’ve always been drawn to all shades of green and when paired with white, deep brown, and gold, it’s the perfect neutral Christmas palette. To give my home a cohesive feel, I carried this color scheme through each space, using different patterns, textures, and handmade decor pieces.

This Christmas, I was especially craving a handmade touch. I created several DIYs to bring warmth and personality to each room—yarn trees, wreaths, garlands, stocking letters and ornaments all made by hand. I also incorporated pieces from my Christmas Digital Art Collection and a few new additions to my ever-growing gingerbread collection. Blending vintage Christmas touches with fresh handmade creations truly brings my cottage farmhouse style to life.

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A white brick fireplace mantle decorated with cone-shaped trees, white poinsettias, pinecones, candles, and garland. A snowy landscape painting hangs above, and wrapped gifts sit on a nearby table.

Let’s take a tour through each space: the dining room, cocoa bar, kitchen, living room, and finally, our greenhouse. Each filled with charm, warmth and a festive touch of handmade holiday decor.

Dining Room

A rustic dining room with a wooden table set for four, decorated with miniature Christmas trees and festive plates. A chandelier hangs above, and a large mirror reflects the cozy, warmly lit space.

My dining room is the first space to welcome guests into our home, so I always want it to feel inviting, festive, and full of holiday spirit. The green and white check linens I used for the table runner and napkins are the perfect neutral complement to my collection of gingerbread Christmas plates. I found several new gingerbread pieces at Hobby Lobby this year, and I love the whimsical touch they add while keeping the look elegant and cohesive.

A festive dining table is set with gold chargers, brown and white plates, ornate glassware, gingerbread cookies, miniature Christmas trees, candles, and greenery, creating a cozy holiday atmosphere.

For the centerpiece, I kept things simple but special. I gathered bottle brush trees in soft shades of white, green, and gold and turned a few into a quick DIY by removing their bases and adding them to vintage brass candlesticks. A few ivory candles in antique holders add a soft glow that instantly makes the room feel cozy and intimate.

A festive dining room with a holiday tablescape featuring bottle brush trees, candles, and gingerbread houses. A chandelier hangs above, and Christmas decor adorns the walls, shelves, and cabinets in a cozy, rustic style.

One of my favorite handmade touches in this space is the doily garland draped across my china hutches. To make it, I simply wove cotton twine through the delicate edges of crocheted doilies. The result is a garland that feels perfectly vintage and full of handmade charm. I even used extra doilies on the table as to tie the entire look together.

A blue china cabinet displays white dishes, gingerbread houses, and small trees. Green garland with white doilies and candles decorates the top. A painting and ornate mirror hang on the wall nearby.
A clear, ornate glass sits on a crocheted coaster, surrounded by festive greenery, small decorative trees, and holiday décor on a set dining table.

Above my china cabinets, I hung vintage-inspired Christmas art prints from my digital collection. These pieces of holiday art make such a difference in pulling the whole dining room together and adding a nostalgic feel.

For the place settings, I layered my gingerbread Christmas plates with gold chargers and tied gold flatware with ivory satin ribbon. I love using ribbon! It’s such an easy, inexpensive way to give your table that extra festive touch. Between the soft glow of the fairy lights, the gold accents, and the handmade charm of each detail, the dining room feels like a cozy celebration of the season.

A festive table setting features a large snowflake-shaped gingerbread cookie on a decorated plate, atop a plaid napkin. Greenery, small holiday trees, and cozy decor create a winter-themed atmosphere.
A festive mantel decorated with pine garland, a string of crocheted doilies, and brass candlesticks holding white candles. Below are white dishes, gingerbread houses, and mini Christmas trees.
A festive dining room with a holiday tablescape featuring bottle brush trees, candles, and gingerbread houses. A chandelier hangs above, and Christmas decor adorns the walls, shelves, and cabinets in a cozy, rustic style.
A rustic dining room with a wooden table set for four, decorated with miniature Christmas trees and festive plates. A chandelier hangs above, and a large mirror reflects the cozy, warmly lit space.

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Cocoa Bar

A festive cocoa station with a green “COCOA” banner, vintage plates on the wall, mugs, greenery, a Santa pitcher, bottlebrush trees, and a potted evergreen on a wooden cart, creating a cozy holiday display.

This year marks the first year I’ve had a dedicated cocoa bar and it has quickly become one of my favorite spots in the house! I was inspired by a thrifted bar cart and decided to swap out the wood desk I normally have in this nook for something more festive. I filled the cart with everything we need for a cozy mug of hot chocolate including cocoa mix, toppings and treats for the whole family.

A festive hot chocolate bar with Santa mugs, a Santa pitcher, jars of cocoa, marshmallows, and peppermints, a dish of donut holes, and greenery garland on a wooden cart against a white wall.
A festive hot chocolate bar on a wooden cart decorated with holiday greenery and lights, featuring mugs, jars of hot cocoa, marshmallows, peppermint candies, a Santa pitcher, and Christmas decor.
A vintage wooden bar cart decorated for Christmas with Santa mugs, bottle brush trees, and greenery garland. White plates hang on the wall behind, and evergreen branches add a festive touch.

Of course, I couldn’t resist using my collection of Papa Noel mugs and the matching pitcher. Their sweet, vintage-style faces bring so much nostalgic joy. I’ve collected them slowly over the years, and they’re always a hit during the holidays. This cozy little corner has already been the center of so many family moments and holiday treats shared together.

A festive cocoa bar cart decorated with greenery, vintage mugs, ceramic trees, and a Santa pitcher. A green COCOA banner hangs above, with white decorative plates on the wall and a potted pine beside the cart.

Adding a small strand of fairy lights, a few bottle brush trees, and my printable cocoa bar banner made it even more special. It’s such a simple setup, but it adds so much holiday spirit to the room.

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A hand holds a green cutout letter C above green and white paper sheets with large outlined letters C, O, and A, scissors, and ribbon on a light surface.

Kitchen

Cozy, rustic kitchen with white walls and ceiling, wooden floor, open shelves with decor, gingerbread houses, and clocks. Black chairs surround a white island with holiday decorations throughout.

Since my white kitchen naturally feels light and bright, I love adding Christmas decor that brings warmth and personality. My open shelves are always my favorite to style! Being able to swap decor seasonally makes the space feel new and fresh without major changes.

A cozy, rustic kitchen with white cabinets, open shelves displaying dishes, woven baskets, jars, cutting boards, copper utensils, and holiday decor. A small black step stool sits in front of the cabinets.

This year’s Christmas kitchen centers around my gingerbread theme, which has quickly turned into a bit of an obsession! Gingerbread mugs, white Santa mugs, and whimsical figurines create a playful mix of nostalgia and charm. I hung my DIY gingerbread garland, which I made last year, across the shelves for a festive touch. Scattered among the shelves are my DIY gingerbread houses and vintage finds that add character and warmth.

White kitchen shelves decorated with gingerbread house ornaments, vintage dishes, a clock, a framed picture, kitchen utensils, and holiday-themed decor above white cabinets and a marble countertop.

I also swapped my usual neutral landscape art for a gingerbread-inspired print from my online digital art shop. Small changes like art swaps make such an impact in a white kitchen, creating a subtle but intentional Christmas feel.

On the island, I used the same beautiful wooden tray I styled for fall but gave it a Christmas refresh. A gingerbread tree cookie jar, a few bottle brush trees, and a handmade yarn wreath hung from a gold wreath hanger complete the look. (More about this yarn wreath in an upcoming post!) The mix of textures with ceramic, yarn, and wood, adds so much depth while keeping the color palette consistent with the rest of the home.

A decorative tray on a marble countertop holds a gingerbread tree, miniature bottle brush trees, a small gingerbread house, and a green wreath. The background features a white fireplace, shelves, and copper kitchen decor.

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A holiday-themed kitchen display features gingerbread trees, a small gingerbread house, mini bottlebrush trees, and a green wreath with a gold bow, all arranged on a round tray atop a marble counter.

Living Room

A cozy living room decorated for Christmas with a large, decorated tree, a white fireplace adorned with miniature trees, garland, and candles, a rustic round coffee table, and neutral-colored furniture. A winter landscape painting hangs above the mantel.

The living room is the heart of our Christmas tour. The Christmas tree takes center stage, but the mantel, coffee table, and piano wall all play important supporting roles to make the space feel warm and layered.

This year’s Christmas tree features shades of ivory, dark green, brown, and gold. I mixed decorative velvet picks, classic ornaments and long-tailed deep green velvet bows for a sophisticated yet cozy look. To keep costs low while switching color palettes, I spray-painted inexpensive plastic ornaments in soft shades of green to complement my sage and jadeite decor.

A decorated Christmas tree with white and green ornaments, ribbon, and clock-shaped decorations stands in a bright room. Wrapped presents are arranged underneath, and sunlight streams through large windows in the background.

One of my favorite handmade additions this year are the vintage-style Santa and Mrs. Claus silhouette ornaments I designed and framed in thrifted frames. I also made delicate lace doily ornaments using embroidery hoops, giving a sweet nod to the handmade charm found throughout the rest of the home. My Christmas tree topper is an ivory felt snowflake tree topper from Anthropologie—simple, timeless, and beautiful. Sadly, it’s no longer available on their site but may be available on resale sites.

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Two oval-framed black silhouette portraits hang from gold satin ribbons tied in bows, displayed on a light-colored marble surface—perfect vintage decor inspiration for your Christmas home tour.

For the mantel, I reused many of my favorite DIYs—yarn trees, ceramic jadeite trees, and vintage brass candlesticks. I layered my book page leaf garland and pinecone garland, weaving fairy lights throughout for a warm glow. A few large satin bows tied to carved candlesticks complete the look with understated elegance.

A white brick fireplace decorated for the holidays with cone-shaped Christmas trees, candles, pinecones, gold leaves, and garland. Above the mantel is a winter landscape painting of a snowy cabin surrounded by trees.

The coffee table is kept intentionally simple to balance the room. I used a vintage wicker basket filled with pinecones, a few ceramic green trees, and vintage brass trumpet candlesticks. A thrifted trifold frame holding watercolor Christmas tree prints ties in perfectly with the vintage art theme throughout the room.

A cozy living room decorated for Christmas with a lit tree adorned with ornaments, a mantel with miniature trees and stockings, a lit fireplace, and a round wooden table holding candles, pine cones, and small decorative trees.
Three lit white taper candles in gold holders sit on a wooden table near ceramic Christmas trees, with a decorated Christmas tree and wrapped presents in the background. Cozy green knit blanket draped on a chair.

Pillow covers in shades of ivory and deep green, paired with a chunky sage throw, make the space feel cozy and cohesive. For the TV art, I chose a classic Christmas cottage scene from my digital collection—full of nostalgic charm, soft light, and wintry trees that echo the rest of the room’s palette. I don’t have a Frame TV, but I project the art onto our smart TV using Airplay, and it looks beautiful framed in the simple wood surround we built ourselves.

A cozy living room with a white sofa, green and white pillows, a chunky knit blanket, and a decorated Christmas tree with gold, white, and green ornaments, glowing lights, and wrapped presents underneath.
A bright, cozy living room decorated for Christmas with a large tree, white sofas, a wooden coffee table, a garland and mini trees on the mantel, and a chandelier hanging from a white vaulted ceiling.

On the piano wall, I displayed more vintage-style Christmas art prints, swapped out quilts on the blanket ladder, and added our stockings—each with custom monogrammed letters I made using wood, paint, and ribbon. I love how this wall ties the living room together and adds another personal, handmade touch.

A cozy living room with a wooden piano decorated with greenery, candles, and a gold ribbon. Above the piano are framed art pieces. Two white armchairs with dark green pillows and beige throws face the piano.
A cozy living room with two white armchairs, dark green pillows, and tan blankets in front of a wooden piano decorated with holiday greenery. Framed art hangs above, and stockings are displayed on a ladder by the window.
Eight white knit Christmas stockings hang on a rustic wooden ladder, each adorned with a large green letter and gold ribbon. The letters spell out SJSHEACH. Greenery and framed art are visible in the background.

Under the Christmas tree, I kept my wrapped packages simple and classic with a mix of green plaid wrapping paper, brown kraft paper, and soft satin ribbon. The combination feels cozy, nostalgic and perfectly in line with my cottage farmhouse style. I also added my free printable gift tags to each package. These one of my favorite little touches this year. I originally designed these tags because I’m forever forgetting to buy gift tags during the holiday season! Now I always have a pretty set on hand, and I love how they add a personal, handmade feel to every gift tucked beneath the tree.

A decorated Christmas tree with gold and light blue ornaments stands beside a pile of wrapped presents in green, gold, and brown paper, each with a ribbon and gift tag, in a cozy, sunlit living room.
Gift wrapping scene with green and brown wrapped presents, white and green ribbons, gold scissors, and a sheet of holiday gift tags labeled “joy,” “merry,” “peace,” “rejoice,” “jolly,” “noel,” “cheer,” and “believe.”.
A decorated Christmas tree with gold and white ornaments stands next to a pile of wrapped presents in green, gold, and black paper. A white armchair with a chunky knit blanket and dark pillow sits nearby in a cozy, sunlit room.
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Greenhouse

A festive dining table features gold reindeer figurines, green plates, crystal glasses, candles, and greenery on a plaid tablecloth. A decorated Christmas tree stands by French doors in a sunlit, cozy room.

Our vintage window greenhouse will always hold a special place in my heart. It’s such a peaceful space, especially during the holidays. My sweet potato vine has grown beautifully in here, adding a natural softness that pairs perfectly with the season’s greenery.

A festive greenhouse dining setup with a checked tablecloth, deer centerpiece, greenery, and Christmas decorations. String lights hang above, and a Christmas tree stands to the right. Merry Christmas sign is on the back wall.
A festive greenhouse with a checkered table set for a meal, decorative plates, a gold reindeer statue, greenery, string lights, and a large pile of ivy plants. A Merry Christmas sign hangs above the rustic sink area.

For Christmas, I added a North Carolina Pine prelit Christmas tree in the corner. The glow of the lights reflecting off the glass creates the most magical atmosphere at night. I kept the tree simple and natural—no ornaments, just the sparkle of the fairy lights surrounded by the trailing sweet potato vine.

A rustic greenhouse decorated for Christmas with a lit Christmas tree, Merry Christmas sign, hanging lights, greenery, kitchen sink, and table set for a meal with green dishes and a plaid tablecloth.

The tablescape in the greenhouse is layered with a 100% linen sage and white plaid tablecloth, simple gold chargers and my favorite jadeite dishes. The centerpiece features candles, a lush greenery garland, and a pair of gold deer figurines for a touch of elegant holiday sparkle. It’s such a peaceful spot to enjoy a quiet meal or a mug of cocoa surrounded by twinkling lights.

A festive table set with green plates, gold utensils, candles, greenery, and two gold deer figurines, with a background of lush plants and an outdoor garden scene.
A festive table setting with stacked pale green scalloped plates and bowls on gold-rimmed chargers, gold cutlery, a lit candle, a crystal glass, evergreen garland, and a gold deer figurine on a plaid tablecloth.
A cozy, rustic room decorated for Christmas with string lights, a Christmas tree with lights, gold reindeer figures on a plaid-covered table, greenery centerpiece, and a Merry Christmas sign on the back wall.

Tips for Creating a Handmade Cottage Farmhouse Christmas

  1. Start with a cohesive color palette.
    Choosing a consistent color scheme, like white, green, brown, and gold, helps your entire home feel connected and serene.
  2. Mix old and new.
    Combine vintage Christmas pieces with handmade décor. It adds warmth, history, and personality to every room.
  3. Reuse and reinvent.
    Don’t be afraid to restyle your favorite DIYs in new ways each year! Reuse garlands, trees and ornaments in different spaces.
  4. Incorporate natural elements.
    Pinecones, greenery and wood accents add texture and bring the outdoors in, giving your home that elevated rustic charm.
  5. Add a festive touch with ribbon.
    Ribbon is an affordable and easy way to add softness, color, and a sense of luxury throughout your home.
  6. Use digital art for easy updates.
    Swapping out seasonal prints or displaying Christmas TV art is a simple, budget-friendly way to make your décor feel fresh every year.
  7. Create handmade moments.
    Add small DIYs like a garland, ornament, or wreath to make your Christmas decor feel meaningful and truly one-of-a-kind.

Common Questions

  • How can I make my Christmas décor feel cohesive throughout my home?
    Choose one main color palette and carry it through each space using a mix of materials and finishes. In my case, shades of green, ivory, brown, and gold worked beautifully in every room.
  • What are some easy DIYs to make for the holiday season?
    Try simple projects like yarn trees, doily garlands, or handmade ornaments. They’re inexpensive, relaxing to make, and add a personalized touch to your décor.
  • How do you style a white kitchen for Christmas?
    Add layers of texture and warmth using wood tones, greenery, and soft lighting. Incorporate seasonal mugs, garlands, or framed holiday prints to make a white kitchen feel festive.
  • What’s your best tip for creating a cozy Christmas living room?
    Start with good lighting—use fairy lights, candles, and warm-toned bulbs. Then layer textiles like throw blankets, pillows, and ribbon for softness and depth.
  • Do you need a Frame TV to display digital art?
    Not at all! You can use Airplay or a USB device to display digital art on any smart TV. I project my Christmas TV art directly onto our screen, and it looks just as beautiful.
  • What’s your favorite part of the Christmas home tour?
    That’s easy…sharing handmade projects and connecting with all of you! I love seeing how everyone decorates their amazing homes for the season and how unique each Christmas tour feels.

It has been such a joy sharing my Handmade Cottage Farmhouse Christmas Home Tour with you this year. Being part of the Bloggers Best Christmas Home Tour is always such an inspiring experience, and I’m so grateful you took the time to visit my little corner of the internet. Creating a home filled with handmade details, cozy textures, and sentimental touches brings me so much happiness, and getting to share it with you truly means the world to me.

If this is your first time here, welcome—I’d love for you to stick around and be part of this community of creativity, warmth, and simple, meaningful decorating. You can join my newsletter for more DIYs, holiday décor ideas, and seasonal inspiration, or come follow along on social media @returninggrace where I share everyday moments and behind-the-scenes peeks.

I hope this Christmas season fills your home with peace, joy, and the comforting glow of fairy lights. Thank you again for touring our home. From my family to yours, I’m wishing you the merriest Christmas and a beautiful holiday season ahead.

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Meet Stephanie

Hi, I’m Stephanie—a lifelong creative, homebody at heart, and the hands behind Returning Grace. I believe home should feel like your favorite place, and I’m passionate about helping you create spaces filled with warmth, character, and charm. From simple DIYs and seasonal crafts to cozy recipes and vintage-inspired decor, I share approachable ideas to make your home feel beautifully lived in. I love thrifting, styling old finds in fresh ways, and documenting our home remodeling adventures along the way.
 
I’m honored to have served as the 2024 American Farmhouse Style Brand Ambassador and to share my love for cottage farmhouse living with a community that values creativity, comfort, and meaningful design.

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A cozy, rustic holiday display on a marble countertop features a birdhouse, wooden decor, a candle, red berry branches, and small festive figurines with string lights, all set against a kitchen background.

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A cozy living room decorated for Christmas with a lit and ornamented Christmas tree, a festive wreath, a white sofa, a round coffee table with floral centerpieces, and sunlight streaming through the windows.

Shiplap and Shells

Three Christmas trees decorated with red bows, ornaments, and lights stand in a bright living room near a window. Shelves with holiday decorations are in the background.

This Is Simplicite

A cozy white armchair with a green cushion sits by a fireplace, which is decorated with a festive garland of greenery, red berries, pinecones, and plaid ribbon. A Christmas tree with ornaments and berries is in the foreground.

Stonegable

A cozy living room scene with a cream sofa, plaid pillow, chunky knit blanket, gold side table, and gold floor lamp. In the background, a black cabinet and festive holiday decor are visible.

She Gave It A Go

A small garden shed decorated for the holidays with pine garlands, red ornaments, string lights, and metal watering cans, surrounded by lush greenery and wooden crates.

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Green decorative horizontal divider with symmetrical, ornate flourishes on each end and a diamond shape in the center, set against a light background.

TUESDAY

A decorated Christmas tree with red ornaments and plaid ribbons stands near a dining table set with candles, greenery, and plaid napkins. A greenery wreath hangs on a mirror, reflecting a festive, cozy holiday scene.

Perfecting Places

A holiday display with two twine-wrapped trees, a large red jingle bell, and framed art of a pine tree with a red plaid border, set on a surface covered with faux greenery in front of a mirror.

Cottage in the Mitten

A cozy bedroom decorated for the holidays with green-and-white bedding, a knit blanket, Christmas garland on the headboard, a small decorated Christmas tree, and framed "sweet dreams" art above the bed.

Willow Bloom Home

A cozy living room decorated for Christmas with a tree, wicker Christmas tree figures on a coffee table, stacked books, a lit candle, and a bowl of pinecones near a fireplace.

Thistle Key Lane

A blue glass ornament and a white textured ornament rest on a table beside stacked books, with a brightly lit, decorated Christmas tree blurred in the background.

Sonata Home Design

A cozy living room decorated for Christmas with a wicker tray on a coffee table holding two lit candles, small festive ornaments, and mini trees. A red-cushioned chair and holiday decor are in the background.

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Close-up of a Christmas tree decorated with red and green plaid ribbon, red round ornaments, red berries, and warm white lights surrounded by green pine branches.

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Green decorative horizontal divider with symmetrical, ornate flourishes on each end and a diamond shape in the center, set against a light background.

WEDNESDAY

A decorated dresser with stacked books, a potted plant in an ornate planter, and a tall lamp. Behind, a mirror with a Christmas greenery wreath and a Bible verse is written in white script on the glass.

Vintage Home Designs

Several potted plants are mounted on a wall. One plant in a terracotta pot is decorated with a red ribbon, while another nearby is wrapped with string lights. The background is a plain, light-colored wall.

A Life Unfolding

A cozy kitchen with grey-blue cabinets, decorated for the holidays with a red berry wreath and garland. A botanical print hangs on the wall, next to a white apron. Cutting boards and kitchen items rest on the counter.

Lazy Girls Garden Club

A cozy room with a window and floral curtains, a dresser topped with holiday decor, including a mini tree, candles, and dishes. A wall mirror is decorated with garland and a wreath hanging from a red ribbon.

My Family Thyme

A cream-colored vase filled with pale peony flowers and greenery sits on a light surface beside a framed painting and a bowl of decorative spheres, creating a soft, elegant arrangement.

Pasha is Home

A festive room with a decorated Christmas tree, a vintage typewriter on a wooden table, glowing wire Christmas trees, and holiday postcards. A Santa Claus painting and greenery add to the cozy holiday atmosphere.

Midwest Life and Style

A festive holiday wreath decorated with colorful ornaments, tinsel, and bright velvet bows. Miniature houses and glittery trees are displayed in the background on a white shiplap wall.

Country Peony

Green decorative horizontal divider with symmetrical, ornate flourishes on each end and a diamond shape in the center, set against a light background.

THURSDAY

A decorated Christmas tree stands by a fireplace adorned with greenery, hydrangeas, candles, and a framed picture. A fire burns in the fireplace, and a large wreath hangs above the mantle. Presents sit on the floor nearby.

Old Castle Cottage

A framed vintage print of Santa in a sleigh pulled by reindeer hangs on a wall, flanked by two rustic lantern sconces with greenery. Cozy plaid blankets and pillows rest on a light upholstered bench below.

South House Designs

Four knit Christmas stockings in shades of brown and cream hang from a mantel decorated with pine branches, pinecones, and a yellow velvet ribbon above a fireplace.

A Hundred Affections

A dining room decorated for the holidays with garland on the staircase railing, a chandelier above a set dining table, framed art on the walls, and sunlight streaming through an open doorway.

A Stroll Thru Life

A wooden bowl filled with pinecones, dried orange slices, cinnamon sticks, green foliage, and decorative moss sits on a fluffy white surface, with pinecones scattered nearby.

White Lilac Farmhouse

A festive arrangement with pinecones, walnuts, a pomegranate, green foliage, a wooden log, and two lit white candles, creating a natural holiday centerpiece.

Cloches & Lavender

A flocked Christmas tree decorated with pink, gold, and burgundy ribbons and ornaments stands beside a white shelf displaying white dishes, serving ware, and several books with brown covers.

The Crowned Goat

Green decorative horizontal divider with symmetrical, ornate flourishes on each end and a diamond shape in the center, set against a light background.

FRIDAY

A festive cocoa bar cart decorated with greenery, vintage mugs, jars, ceramic trees, and a "COCOA" banner. Plates are hung on the wall, and a potted evergreen sits to the left of the cart.

Returning Grace Designs

A festive porch decorated for Christmas features greenery, red skis, a Christmas tree in a barrel, string lights, a red rocking chair, and a bench with a cozy blanket on a snowy day.

Dabbling & Decorating

A decorative goose statue with a black satin bow around its neck is displayed on a table, surrounded by evergreen branches and silver containers, creating a festive and elegant setting.

County Road 407

A festive display with vintage toy cars, trucks, and buses carrying mini Christmas trees, small Santa figurines, and bottle brush trees on a wooden cabinet. A holiday sign above reads “Days til Christmas.” Rolling pins are in a crock.

Bungalow 47

A brightly decorated Christmas tree with colorful ornaments and ribbons stands in a sunlit living room between two white armchairs. A vase with pine branches sits on a wooden coffee table in the foreground.

Sky Lark House

A wooden wardrobe with mirrored doors is decorated for Christmas with a garland of greenery and lights on top and a wreath with a red ribbon hanging on the door. A beige couch with a green pillow sits nearby.

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A festive mantel decorated with red and white dishes, a silver pitcher with greenery, candles, old books, and string lights, creating a cozy, vintage holiday atmosphere.

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14 Comments

  1. So much beautiful inspiration here featuring two of my favorites-green and gingerbread! I just love your decorating style!

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  3. Stephanie, your home is stunning. Your home tour was full of beautiful inspiration—so many fantastic ideas. Greenhouse goals added to my list. Hope to have one to be able to decorate as beautifully as your greenhouse for the holidays one day.

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  4. Your home is lovely, warm, and inviting. I enjoy seeing neutrals warmed up with so much texture. I’m sure your family LOVES being there all year round, but Christmas has got to be a whole new level of cozy. pinned

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  5. Everything is absolutely beautiful, Stephanie! The place settings, cocoa bar, and the bottle brush trees on candlesticks are amazing! So hard to pick a favorite! Merry Christmas to you and yours!

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  6. What a wonderful Christmas house❤️ many good DIY projects like the doily garland and bottlebrush trees on candlesticks and Mr and Mrs Claus ornaments. Adorable use of gingerbread everywhere, so cute. This is my first time visiting you but not my last.

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  8. Every inch of your home is beautiful. Your cocoa station is so fun. All the gingerbread touches and you tree are perfect. Love tge horn candlesticks.

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  9. Stephanie, I love how your home and decorations are so well coordinated. It makes your tour just flow from room to room! I gotta say, your cocoa cart and wall are magazine worthy! Love it all!

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  10. You always inspire me, Stephanie! I absolutely love your holiday decorating! From the ornaments on the Christmas tree to your open-shelf styling, your home is perfection. And the greenhouse! What a treat. Wish I were there having a cup of hot cocoa with you. Happy Holidays, my friend!

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  11. Hey friend! Obvi, loved everything as always. Needless to say, you are the bomb dot com. I’m gonna need me some hot cocoa so I can go sit out in that gorgeous backyard of yours by the firepit and stare at your greenhouse that I’m trying not to covet! But you make it hard, hahahaha! Great Christmas tour. xoxo

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  12. Stephanie, this is absolutely gorgeous! I had to scroll so slowly to take it all in! I went with a neutral color palette as well and I love the warmth and coziness you created with all of your handmade and vintage touches. I especially love your doily banner – I have doily snowflakes and I was going to give them away because I wasn’t sure what to do with them – but I think I’m going to try a banner! Everything is stunning. Thanks for so much inspiration! Happy to join with you on the tour this week!

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  13. Wow! Stephanie… everything is stunning! Your home always looks so pretty dressed up for the different seasons, but I think this year’s look might just be one of my favorites. Your tree is beautiful, and I am in love with your adorable little cocoa bar area. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas!

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