In this post: Christmas Decor Ideas & Home Tour. Simple and budget-friendly ways to decorate for Christmas. Inspiration for porches, entries and living spaces. 
Well…the last weekend before Christmas is almost over. I know you all are hustling and bustling to get everything finished. There have been years around here where I wasn’t sure it would all get done…but somehow it always does. At least the important things. In recent years I have simplified where I could without giving up family traditions. My Christmas decor is easy to put up and even easier to put away. I went with a table top tree a few years ago because I couldn’t get our big one up the basement stairs. Today I’m sharing a Christmas Home Tour, but a mini, simplified version. I didn’t do much in my kitchen so I’m leaving that room out. I hope you see an idea or two you can use next year…or perhaps this year if you haven’t decorated yet. (There is still time!) I’ve listed sources at the end, so take a look and I’ll see you there!
The Front Porch
Click HERE to see more of the front porch.
The Entry
Click HERE to see more of the entry.
The Living Room
The Dining Room
You wouldn’t know it by looking at her, but Kelly is excited for Christmas to get here! She loves it when we are all together…almost as much as I do. I’ll have all of my family here for a few days and I can hardly wait. I wish I could make time slow down because I know it will go by quickly. I hope to be back one more time before Christmas so I’ll see you then…
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Handy Sources and Links:
Christmas Pillow Covers
Boxwood Garland
Set of Ivory Lanterns
16 in. Boxwood Wreath
Mini Boxwood Wreaths
Boxwood Trees
Burlap Chargers
(Appetizer plates were from Target but are no longer available.)
DIY No Sew Linen Napkins
DIY No Sew Christmas Tree Pillow
No Sew Buffalo Plaid Table Runner
DIY Burlap Table Runner with Tassels
Grain Sack Christmas Trees
Christina says
Friday, January 1, 2016 at 6:49 pmBeautiful. Next year I may have to copy your idea of adding greenery around the china and in the creamer pot.
Ricki Jill Treleaven says
Friday, December 25, 2015 at 4:13 pmAnn, I enjoyed the tour! Your home is lovely as usual. I love your pillows most of all. They are great! I hope you and your sweet family are having a wonderful Christmas!
Your bloggy friendship has meant the world to me.
Christmas blessings!
Ricki Jill
Susan Homeroad says
Thursday, December 24, 2015 at 7:43 amBeautiful, beautiful! Have a very Merry Christmas!
Chris says
Wednesday, December 23, 2015 at 11:29 pmDear Ann,
Your home looks inviting, comfortable and festive. Wishing you and your family a wonderful Christmas.
Gee says
Wednesday, December 23, 2015 at 10:03 pmJust beautiful!!
Luv the pine cones and red berries in the white enamelware bowl on the porch.
Happy Christmas to you and yours Ann.
Margaret says
Wednesday, December 23, 2015 at 5:11 amSo many wonderful ideas, your home looks beautiful. Tomorrow I’m definitely going to make the ginger cookies.
Margaret says
Wednesday, December 23, 2015 at 1:41 pmI meant to say lemon ginger scones and lemon biscuits :)
Laura says
Tuesday, December 22, 2015 at 2:21 pmI love all that you do! Thank you so much for a wonderful year of great ideas!
Merry Christmas!
Pamela says
Monday, December 21, 2015 at 10:45 pmJust wanted to share with you ,that you have inspired me so much for Christmas . I loved your red pitichers on your stairs. I went to Home Goods. Because I was looking for something to go with the silver/ nickel bowl I purchased for the center piece. And they had some red emanel pieces. I fell in love with the coffee pot so I was able to purchase two ,and they are on my dinner table either side of my silver bowl.my I posted a photo on my Instagram plkmrose
Thank you so much
Laura Kingery says
Monday, December 21, 2015 at 4:02 pmAbsolutely lovely!!! I’m a huge buffalo plaid lover.. so I love everything you have done!! <3
susan says
Monday, December 21, 2015 at 3:05 pmAnn your home is beautiful! I love the olive buckets on the porch and the pillows and boxwood! It’s so warm and welcoming!
Kathy Gilman says
Monday, December 21, 2015 at 1:36 pmEverything is just beautiful as always. I have learned so much from you and now my daughter is starting to appreciate all my decorating also. Love the ladder in your living room, any chance you remember where you got this?
Thanks and have a wonderful time with your family. God bless you and keep you!!
Sheran Steading says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 8:13 pmLovely, just lovely. I am busy baking and cooking. I hope my daughter will be able to enjoy everything. She will be here Christmas Day and will begin radiation right after. I want everything to be perfect!
Karen says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 6:15 pmI love the cohesive theme of buffalo plaid and boxwood. Perfection!
Donamae says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 5:47 pmEven though you said you simplified…it still all looks lovely! I can’t lift our full tree anymore…I was thinking of getting a smaller tree. Anything to simplify! Hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas! ;)
Ann says
Monday, December 21, 2015 at 9:26 amDonnamae definitely go with the smaller tree. It’s just as festive and so much easier!
Marlene Stephenson says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 4:48 pmEverything looks lovely, did i miss you changing out the covers of your dining room chairs? I know i was gone some but they look nice and i like your sofa cover too. I can’t wait to see a complete tour, no telling what i have missed. Have a Merry Christmas with your family.
Peggy says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 3:16 pmYour home is always so welcoming and beautifully decorated! Love the red plaid. But especially love the jingle bell monogram silverware settings. Merry Christmas. Enjoy your family.
Lu says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 2:05 pmMy goodness- I just love all the tour! The ideas are so lovely especially because they are not over the top, but have a subtle touch of elegance. Love-love-love.
I am not a frilly kind of girl, so the plaids are such a great idea for me. I love the silverware touch, as well as the decorated lanterns. I saved your pictures because I am definitely using your ideas for the new year. Thank you so much! HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
Cindy says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 1:40 pmLooks fantastic! Great job! love your porch! Just Beautiful ! Your home! Merry Christmas to you !
Jean says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 1:37 pmMerry Christmas!
Donna Marie says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 1:35 pmI love how you decorate!
Cathy Hughes says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 12:52 pmAnn, I Enjoy your Web Site so much! You are a very talented lady and love how you have decorated your home!! Simple yet elegant. I wish you a very Merry Christmas and health and happiness and more ideas in the New Year! Cathy Hughes
dotti schuck says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 12:36 pmdear Ann, thank you for all your wonderful ideas! you put so much love into your decorations! A merry christmas and a happy healthy 2016 to you and your loved ones! dotti schuck
Pamela Gordon says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 12:22 pmHi Ann, Your home looks very pretty with the pops of red this year. I used red this year too and love it for Christmas time. Have a wonderfully blessed Christmas with your family.
Blessings, Pam
Ellie LaJuett says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 12:20 pmBeautiful decorating, beautiful home. Merry Christmas and all of God’s Blessings for a Happy healthy New Year!
Patty says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 11:58 amEverything looks so beautiful and really looks a lot like Christmas. It is so warm and inviting and not at all over done. Everything you do is so tasteful and elegant.
I’m getting ready to bake your snickerdoodle bread and your eggnog bread, wish me luck, I’m not the best baker in the world, but these looked easy enough that even I could do it. Then I will bake my stand-by’s pecan cream cheese pie and a pumpkin pie. Then I am done until Christmas eve when I will start my Christmas dinner.
Kelly just looks so sweet, bet she is a good girl. My little guy knows something is going on, but of course he doesn’t know just what it is and he will be so excited and animated when the kids get here and so will we.
Kathleen G says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 10:46 amI always love how you decorate your home through the years since I found your blog. Love the richness of the reds with the plaid. Always nice to see Kelly:)
Kathleen in Az
debbiedoos says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 10:15 amYour home looks so beautiful Ann. It all came together just beautifully!
Linda says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 9:53 amOh so Beautiful Ann! Love the boxwood wreaths throughout your lovely home!
Merry Christmas!
Stacey says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 9:51 amYour home is always beautiful, Ann. You always inspire me.
Merry Christmas to you and yours.
Stacey
Debrashoppeno5 says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 9:23 amI really like your idea of the wreath on the lamp. With life being so busy, simple decorations are the way to go. They perk up the space and it is easier on you.
Dawn says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 9:16 amEverything looks fantastic Ann, so put together:) XO Merry Christmas!
Joanna sarkin says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 8:49 amI loved the simplicity of your holiday decor this year, Ann. I tend to be a minimalist and this year’s decor fell right into my taste. I love traditional, but with clean contemporary lines and you really nailed it for me! Thanks for all your sharing. Happy holidays!
Shelley @ Calypso in the Country says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 8:46 amLoved the tour! You have such a beautiful home and I loved seeing it all festive for Christmas. The little wreaths are so adorable and I love the buffalo plaid and all the white on the shelf mixed in with the greens. So many inspirational ideas! Have a Merry Christmas!
Shelley
Rose says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 8:31 amWhat a beautiful home Ann.
Love your dining room – everything about it say sit and stay awhile.
Have a wonderful Christmas holiday and a Happy and healthy New Year.
Much love,
Rose
Janice says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 8:28 amAnn, your home looks lovely and ready to celebrate the season with your family. Merry Christmas!
KittyLuvr says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 8:12 amI just love the subtle touches that you use…the small wreath hanging on the lamp…and the way the ribbon is used to hold it in place. Love the mason jar filled just halfway with water so the berries are a focal point in the jar…and lastly, thanks for sharing your front porch formula! It has carried me through several seasons now. Merry Christmas to you and your family! Enjoy the week!
Mary says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 8:00 amLove how you decorate. Everything has such a clean…go together feel. A wonderful blog. Thank you so much for all your inspirations!
Mona says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 7:56 amYou are always such an inspiration with your beautiful decorating ideas, Ann. Merry Christmas to you and your family. Thank you!
Amy says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 7:30 amSo beautiful! I love how it all flows together from room to room…inspiring! Thank you for sharing your home. Happy holidays
Nancie says
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 7:16 amYour home is gorgeous, Ann! Love to decorate with fresh greens. I love all the Christmas pillow covers. I could buy every one of them. Lol! I did purchase sleigh bells ring from you, and I just love it! Merry Christmas!
Ann says
Monday, December 21, 2015 at 9:29 amThank you for purchasing a pillow cover…and Merry Christmas!