If you’re ready to make your home feel extra cozy and festive this season, be sure to explore My Favorite Christmas Decor for inspiration! There’s something extra special about decorating for Christmas, and I swear I look forward to it every single year. Now that we’re right in the middle of the month, it feels like the perfect time to finalize your tree, your mantel, those cozy corners, and any other space you’ve decided to decorate. I’ve shared 5+ holiday looks on the blog already, each one designed to help you make your home feel warm, joyful, and uniquely yours. Today, I’m diving into my favorite Christmas decor pieces and how I love mixing different styles to create that festive magic. One thing I always remind people is that their holiday decor can be anything you want it to be.
Every year, I tweak little things, and it always surprises me how small changes can make the whole room feel new.
Whether it’s adding layered garlands, swapping out ribbons, or styling your shelves with tiny winter moments, mixing decor can help create a look that feels intentional and personal.
Saturday Chitchat with Janine – Volume 238
Decor Favorites That Always Make the Cut
Even as my style evolves, a few favorite Christmas decor pieces always make their way out of storage.
I also love a beautifully decorated mantel because it instantly becomes the heart of the room—especially when stockings are hung and greenery drapes across the edge.
These simple touches add so much charm and blend effortlessly into any holiday theme.
Making Your Space Feel Special With 5+ Holiday Looks
If you’ve been needing inspiration, the blog is filled with 5+ holiday looks that range from classic to whimsical to neutral and elegant.
Each look is meant to spark ideas and help you create a holiday home that feels just right for you.
Whether you’re starting fresh or adding decor to what you already own, I love sharing new ways to layer pieces, style your tree, or give your entryway a festive glow.
The beauty of Christmas decor is that it doesn’t have to be complicated—it just has to feel good.
Enjoy the Holiday Magic
As we settle into the heart of the season, remember to enjoy the moment.
Decorating isn’t just about making things look pretty—it’s about creating a space full of warmth, joy, and memories.
A Personal Note from Janine
Good Morning!
It’s been quite a month over here, and we ended it by buying a lake house here in Florida. For a while, we thought we might end up buying the rental we’ve been living in, which we truly love. Our Christmas tree in the photo above was taken there, and it’s been such a cozy place for us. But in the end, our hearts were set on finding a home on a lake—and we’re so happy it all worked out.
That said, there’s definitely a long road ahead to get this new place into shape. As my husband likes to joke, it’s “a very expensive cabin on a beautiful lake.” 😂 Remodeling will have to happen slowly, when we have a little extra money to put toward it. For now, the plan is to move all our stuff over and start settling into our second home in the last six months—which still feels a little unreal.
It’s been such a whirlwind, and I truly hope your lives aren’t quite as crazy as ours right now!
Enjoy your time in your wonderful homes and happy holidays!
Cheers,
This Week’s Inspiration – My Favorite Christmas Decor
Modern Farmhouse Christmas Tree
This year, my Balsam Tree fir tree has the feel of a Modern Farmhouse Christmas Tree. It has a rustic yet elegant style that fits my holiday decor perfectly.
I decked them with vintage blue and white ornaments and blue velvet ribbon. I’m sharing all the elements that went into decorating my tree!
Learn How to Make a Silver Christmas Wreath in this DIY post. You can use vintage ornaments or new ones, whichever you prefer. This silver and gold wreath is the perfect holiday accent for any decorated room.
Add some cute bottle brush trees to the house to bring out the retro style!
Making a cute Air Dry Clay House is a fun and creative way to brighten your Christmas decor! This clay is super easy to use, so it’s perfect for everyone—whether crafting with kids or hanging out with friends.
So grab your clay and have a wonderful time making these fun candle votives!
Let’s create unique holiday decorations with DIY Pinecone Ornaments. You’ll see how these little natural gems can bring a natural charm to your holiday. This craft project includes an easy free printable!
This project is a simpler version of How to Make a Vintage Ornament Wreath. Over the years, I made an ornament wreath and wasn’t too excited to sacrifice my precious ornaments.
So, I came up with a new way to attach them without glue.
Also, the fantastic thing about this wreath is that you can change the ornaments each year to match your holiday decor!
Our Northern California home is a sprawling ranch with low ceilings and a cozy vibe. So, it’s natural to style our holiday decor with a Cottage Christmas Decor theme. Here are some ideas on how to get this look for your home.
I hope you enjoy this night tour of our cozy holiday home!
Ice Blue Christmas Decorations
Happy Holidays! Let’s look at my Ice Blue Christmas Decorations to see how I created my 2021 Christmas tree decorating with ice blue, green and, white decor!
Today, I share all of the behind-the-scenes inspiration, and decor ideas to design this frosted forest.
I’m so into the Christmas movie Elf, and as most of you know, I’m obsessed with everything paper.
So, it made sense this year that I try Decorating Like the Movie Elf.
Brown and Gold Christmas Tree Decorations
Creating a warm, festive feel is easy with Brown and Gold Christmas Tree Decorations that add a touch of elegance and coziness to your holiday decor!
These earthy brown tones mixed with shimmering gold create a naturally chic, sophisticated look that feels classic and unique.
Who’s excited to finally see my Pink Theme Christmas Tree? I’m thrilled to show you!
Today, I share my best tips and tricks on how I decorate my tree, what accessories I use, and overall how to create this winter fairytale.
This year we have a Red and White Christmas Tree in our cozy living room. I love how this color combination resembles striped candy canes and is so fresh and festive.
I added some paper snowflakes around the tree and added red and white striped ribbon for added accents. Learn how I created this bright and merry Christmas tree!
More Holiday Decor From My Friends
Christmas Decor in the Dining Room
This post beautifully captures how one can transform a dining space into a festive gathering spot — complete with a frosted tree, wreaths on windows and chairs, and a styled table that blends holiday charm with everyday functionality!
Christmas Tree Decorating Ideas
This post shares a fun, creative mix of 17 clever ways to decorate your Christmas tree — from hanging a star from the ceiling to adding DIY ornaments, greenery, and unexpected touches that make decorating feel playful and uniquely yours!
Latest Obsession – Holiday Fragrances
I’m not one to fill my home with overpowering fragrances, but I decided to try the Pura system and I’ve really been enjoying it. I love that their scents are clean and thoughtfully made, without acetaldehyde, dichlorobenzene, formaldehyde, parabens, phthalates, propylene glycol, or animal testing—something that really mattered to me.
The Cinnamon Cider scent has been especially lovely for the holidays—warm, cozy, and not overwhelming. I also love that I can control the intensity and schedule right from an app on my phone, turning it off in the evenings so it only runs during our prime time hours and helps the fragrance last longer.
This Week’s Tip – Photo Ornaments
I absolutely love these uniquely shaped glass frames—they’re such a fun twist on a traditional photo frame. I added a photo of our sweet pup, Maisy, and it fit perfectly using a print I picked up at CVS. It was such an easy project, but it feels really special.
I love the idea of creating one every year to capture a moment in time. They’re perfect for remembering your kids, grandkids, and beloved pets, and they make such meaningful keepsakes to display or even give as gifts.
My Amazon Finds – Christmas Decor
Hey there!
My favorite Christmas decor ideas inspire you to have fun, get creative, and make your home feel extra cozy this year.
And if you need even more inspiration, those 5+ holiday looks on the blog are there waiting to help you bring your festive vision to life.
Happy decorating!
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