In The Style Of Christmas Decorating Ideas

Home at the Holidays beauty reigns supreme with in the style of Christmas decorating ideas gifting guided inspiration.

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House & Garden – Photography by Michael Sinclair

Imitation is the most sincerest form of flattery, especially at this most wonderful time of the year.

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Stavith Crystal and Metal 8-light Chandelier

Sourcing furnishings and decor items in the style of consists of searching sites for antiques as well as new pieces that complement the primary style, and then utilizing those finds to create visual harmony, balance, and beauty.

SAFAVIEH Kashan Velitchka Oriental Rug with Fringe

SAFAVIEH Kashan Velitchka Oriental Rug with Fringe

King George III Settee

King George III Settee

La Rosa 69 in. Opal Grey Velvet 2-Seater Chesterfield Loveseat with NailheadsLa Rosa Velvet 2-Seater Chesterfield Loveseat

 

Pair Country French Paint Decorated Candelabra Sconces

Antique Gold Leaf Classic Mirror

Antique Gold Leaf Classic Mirror

Vintage 1940’s Mahogany 5 Drawer Hand Painted French Commode (1)

Vintage 1940’s Mahogany 5 Drawer Hand Painted French Commode

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Victoria Magazine – Photography by Stephanie W. Steele

Greenery, gold, and the glow of candlelight mingle to set the quintessential Christmas scene.

Italian Florentine Vintage Gilt Painted Chest of Drawers

Italian Florentine Vintage Gilt Painted Chest of Drawers

Artist Signed Framed European Meadow Scene Oil Painting On Canvas

Artist Signed Framed European Meadow Scene Oil Painting On Canvas

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Vintage Italian Florentine Wooden Wall Plaque Italy1

Vintage Italian Florentine Wooden Wall Plaque Italy

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Antique Brass Tassel Footed Tray

Antique Brass Tassel Footed Tray

antique jardiniere

Antique Jardiniere

Single Mid 20th Century Italian Giltwood Wall Shelf Bracket

Single Mid 20th Century Italian Giltwood Wall Shelf Bracket

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Elle DecorJohn Derian

I don’t believe I’d go as far as to associate this unique Christmas tree with a designer version of a Charlie Brown tree for beauty is in the eye and the urn table vase of the beholder.

Traditional Aluminum Bucket Wine Cooler

Traditional Aluminum Bucket Wine Cooler

Unique reinterpretations of traditional ways have the ability to result in a visually glorious outcome.

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Handmade Ceramic Table Vase

Robins-Song-print-blue-dress Robin’s Song – Fine Art Print

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In the style of serves more as a guideline. More often than not sourcing the exact items hits a wall in terms of locating the source of purchase.

Redpoll Birds Illustration

Redpoll Birds Illustration

Borrowing from (not outwardly copying which is a design no-no) an impressive look seems to gain speed at the holiday season.

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Barry Dixon welcomes Christmas to the spaces and places of Elway Hall.

Large vintage brass chandelier with glass pendants. handmade

Large Vintage Brass Chandelier with Glass Prisms

Halls decked with thoughtful holiday hospitality the goal, touches and traditions depict an air of holiday finery in grand casual form.

Paris Market 6 Light Antique White Chandelier

Paris Market 6 Light Antique White Chandelier

marble bust drawing

Marble Bust Drawing

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Bust sketch drawing

Bust Sketch Drawing

Elegant Victoria Floral Engraved with Handle Serving Tray

Elegant Victoria Floral Engraved with Handle Serving Tray

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 Flower Magazine – Photography by Erik Kvalsvik

Collected accents blending with the presence of natural accents and lighting achieve the cabin-like overtone in the breakfast room.

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Antique Four-Door Corner Cabinet Cupboard

Antique 19th Century Four-Door Corner Cabinet Cupboard

Staffordshire Figure on Horse (1)

Staffordshire Figure on Horse

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Johnson Brothers “Friendly Village” Oval Serving Bowl

Set of 6 Cups and Saucers - EIT

Set of 6 Cups and Saucers – EIT

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Flower Magazine – Photography by Mary Craven Dawkins

Genius and gorgeous Christmas decorating ideas are well worth repeating and reproducing.

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Southern Living Magazine – Photography by Hector Manuel Sanchez

Whole or dried oranges, bay leaves and cinnamon sticks grouped together and placed in a decorative bowl or atop a serving platter become a festive and fragrant Christmas decoration.

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Sullivans Urns – Set of 2, Silver

Embellishing further with perhaps a decorative tassel draped across the top or to the side produces a simple yet elegant accent.

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Southern Lady Magazine

Conversing with a fellow decorista brought up the subject of when do you begin decorating home and hearth for Christmas/the Holidays.

Believe it or not, I know someone who keeps the Christmas tree up all year long- loves it and it brings joy to the home.

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Midwest Living

You’d be surprised the number of folk who for various reasons do not wish to decorate for the holidays, and believe me I get it.

My mother-in-law was one who fell into the latter category, and for many years I didn’t get it.

Vintage Crescent Silver Mfg Co Silver Plated Metal Footed Bowl with grapevine pattern

Crescent Silver Plated Metal Footed Bowl with Grapevine Pattern

Older and with many life miles on me, I understand, but as I did with my mother-in-law I still suggest at least one little something placed here or there to reflect the season.

One lovely bowl filled with fresh clippings, buds, and blooms sitting atop a book becomes a festive focal point.

Vintage Books Mixed Lot of 8 Decorative Customizable by Colors

Vintage Books Mixed Lot of 8 Decorative Customizable by Colors

Following my own suggestion I filled a cut crystal bowl with an array of Christmas tree balls, and, voilà, a holiday decoration comes forth.

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Waiting to decorate the Christmas tree on Christmas Eve is a fascinating prospect, one that crescendos to the main event in oh, what fun seasonal splendor.

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Adorning a chandelier with vintage or in the style of vintage ornaments is a home for the holidays Christmas decorating ideas classic that is  delightfully elegant in presence and simple to achieve.

Ornaments on High

Better Homes & Gardens

Oh come, let us adorn thee.

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Country Living Magazine

Introduce a sense of simple elegance into your holiday decor by decorating a chandelier(s) with garland and glass ornaments looped in ribbon in your choice of colors and material.

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Charlotte Moss

Classic colors of blue and white befit winter’s color palette.

Spode Blue Italian Hexagonal Vase

Spode Blue Italian Hexagonal Vase

Visits to the grocery store this time of year go with the it’s the holidays territory.

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Keep it seasonal simple by picking up a fresh holiday bouquet from the floral department for centerpieces and spot arrangements.

French Country Fireside Lounge Chair

French Country Fireside Lounge Chair

Blue and White Christmas Tree Plate

Blue and White Christmas Tree Plate

Seasonal fruits become stunning decorations.

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Charlotte Moss

Small touches take the ordinary to holiday extraordinary.

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Ballard Designs

Well-appointed home for the holidays decorating ideas do not have to be costly to be remarkable.

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White Cast Stone Fiberglass Ornate Low Urn

White Cast Stone Fiberglass Ornate Low Urn

Balsam Mixed Greens Fresh Wreath

Balsam Mixed Greens Fresh Wreath

Pears paired with fresh greenery and placed in a decorative urn housing bottles of your favorite holiday beverage on ice becomes a festive beverage  holder focal point.

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Photo by Jodie Morgan 

Absolutely gorgeous describes the details found in these French Lyre back chairs.

Christmas decorating ideasHouse & Garden

French Louis XVI Style Painted Opera Chairs 

Pair of Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Style Painted Opera Chairs
Pair of French Giltwood and Cane Lyre Back Chairs, Second Empire Period

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Midwest Living

Neutral-toned antiques and quality antique reproductions layers a space in softness.

HENREDON French Louis XV Style 2 Door Armoire

HENREDON French Louis XV Style 2 Door Armoire

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loden green 1 1/2" swiss velvet ribbon

Loden Green 1½” Swiss Velvet Ribbon

Farmhouse Style Distress Painted Graduated Open Bookcase

Farmhouse Style Distress Painted Graduated Open Bookcase

Antique Hand Carved Painted Royal Rocking Horse

Antique Hand Carved Painted Royal Rocking Horse

Hanging a wreath(s) or greenery bunches from the top of a door (armoire, cabinet, exterior) with ribbon adds a custom touch to your holiday decorating presentation.

Finding wider ribbon works best, I like to use a ribbon that is at least 2½” wide.

Festive kitchen

House & Home

This look is winter woodland wonderful straight through to the first sign of spring.

 20-ft Fresh Cedar Christmas Garland

Park Designs Wintertime White Platter

Park Designs Wintertime White Platter

Pinecone Flameless Candle

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Green House 24″ Plastic Greenery Swag with Needle Pine

Vintage~9.5 Tall~Decorative Woodland QUARTZ CLOCK

Vintage 9.5 Tall Decorative Woodland

Vintage Bread Boards Extra Large

Vintage Bread Boards Extra Large

Some are just beginning to deck where others halls have long been decked and ready to impress.

Whenever the time is right for you consider one of these in the style of Christmas decorating ideas.

Merry Christmas!

Darleen-signature-love

 

 

 

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