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November 7, 2017 | by Alicia

Simple Decorating Ideas for a Festive Christmas Kitchen

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Simple Decorating Ideas for a Festive Christmas Kitchen

Every year I feel like we begin decorating our home for the holidays a little bit earlier than last. I think part of the reason is the pressure to post holiday content early, but blogging aside, I would still start hauling our boxes of Christmas decor out of storage the second or third week of November. I simply love getting the most out of the holiday season and soaking up the magical feel of our home aglow in twinkle lights. 

Simple Decorating Ideas for a Festive Christmas Kitchen

So, early last week I cranked up my favorite Christmas carols and started decking our halls, beginning with our kitchen. 

I’m so thrilled to be joining my lovely friend, Kristen of Ella Claire, and an amazing group of bloggers I have always admired to share our Christmas kitchens along with simple inspiration for the holiday home.

Simple Decorating Ideas for a Festive Christmas Kitchen

Our little one is at the age where she is really starting to appreciate different seasons and holidays. She had such a fun experience trick-or-treating this year, and a few days later I surprised her with a simple little Christmas tree of her very own in her bedroom. There is something so rewarding and special about experiencing the joy and wonder of the holidays through the eyes of a child. 

Simple Decorating Ideas for a Festive Christmas Kitchen

And we were lucky enough to capture a little bit of that magic in our holiday kitchen this year. 

Simple Decorating Ideas for a Festive Christmas Kitchen


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Like many, we believe the best part of the Christmas season is simply slowing down and spending more time together. We spend so much time running here and there and working endless hours that we relish the holidays when we can take that extra time to reconnect. And that usually starts in the kitchen as we begin baking Christmas goodies and savoring holiday treats.

Simple Decorating Ideas for a Festive Christmas Kitchen

From sweetly decorated gingerbread houses to mugs of hot chocolate piled high with marshmallows, you’ll never go hungry in our home. This was our daughter’s first time taking a sip of hot chocolate and I think it’s safe to say she enjoyed it. Which is good, because it’s one of my favorite cold weather drinks too. So much in fact, that I dedicated a little spot in our kitchen to a self-serve hot chocolate station this year. Fun, right? 

Simple Decorating Ideas for a Festive Christmas Kitchen

Simple Decorating Ideas for a Festive Christmas Kitchen

And of course, I had fun styling our kitchen shelves for the holidays. I love the warmth and texture from the mix of wood, wicker, and brass throughout our kitchen, so I really wanted to work with those elements. I placed a few dainty bottle brush trees and tiny houses with pinecone roofs on the shelves and I think they add a little touch of whimsy, something I always love.

Simple Decorating Ideas for a Festive Christmas Kitchen

I filled a few of my favorite bowls with these muted rose gold Christmas balls for a touch of shine. And scattered faux snow-covered pine branches throughout. I think aside from the twinkle of holiday lights, greenery (fresh or faux!) is my favorite addition to any space to bring in that magical feeling. And if you’ve got your eye on that sweet star garland, I will be sharing the free printable + tutorial for it this week! 

Simple Decorating Ideas for a Festive Christmas Kitchen

As we get closer to Christmas I know I will be adding a few more touches of the holidays to this space, which I will be sharing with you as we do, along with the rest of our holiday home. We are so excited for the Christmas season this year and we are happy we got to start it with such a wonderful group of friends. You can see each one of their beautiful homes below, so I hope you’ll grab a mug of hot chocolate and sip your way through each one. 

Alicia xo  

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Ella Claire | French Country Cottage | Miss Mustard Seed | Shades of Blue Interiors

Craftberry Bush | Rooms for Rent | Dear Lillie | Julie Blanner

Jennifer Rizzo | Kindred Vintage | Love Grows Wild | Jeanne Oliver

Nesting with Grace | and our featured guest, A Burst of Beautiful
 

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Comments

  1. Brooke Christen says

    November 7, 2017 at 6:23 am

    :Love the shelves too! And you guys are the cutest. Now I want to make gingerbread houses! Always love what you share. xxxx

    Reply
    • Alicia says

      November 7, 2017 at 9:36 am

      Thank you, Brooke! Gingerbread houses have become a tradition around here! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Nan, Odessa, DE says

    November 7, 2017 at 3:39 pm

    Beautiful! Thanks for sharing.
    WHERE can I buy the chalk board you have over the desk?
    What does the sign say that hangs on the wall?

    Reply
    • Alicia says

      November 9, 2017 at 10:05 am

      Thank you! 🙂 The chalkboards were a DIY project, but I do link to a similar option on our Shop Our Home -> Kitchen page. And the sign is from The Signery, you can read it here. xo

      Reply
  3. Rachel -The Porch Light Cottage says

    November 7, 2017 at 9:46 pm

    This is all so beautiful! I love every detail. I would also love to know where you found those greenery branches! ?❤️

    Reply
    • Alicia says

      November 9, 2017 at 9:57 am

      Thank you, Rachel, I had so much fun styling these shelves. 🙂 The branches are from Michaels!

      Reply
  4. Julie Blanner says

    November 8, 2017 at 2:24 pm

    Love your sweet, simple touches of Christmas! And the gingerbread house shots are just darling. Thanks for sharing your beautiful kitchen with us!

    Reply
    • Alicia says

      November 9, 2017 at 9:56 am

      Thank you, Julie. I was so thrilled to join in today! xo

      Reply
  5. Jeanne says

    November 10, 2017 at 9:24 am

    Such a beautiful kitchen and even more precious family. I love all of your sweet touches and especially the gingerbread house.

    Reply
    • Alicia says

      November 10, 2017 at 10:49 am

      Thank you, Jeanne, it was such a fun family moment to capture…little ones just love everything about the holiday season and make it that much more special. xo

      Reply
  6. Kate Podschun says

    November 13, 2017 at 4:55 pm

    I LOVE your beautiful home! Where did you get the rose gold ornaments? Have been looking for something similar for a while!

    Reply
    • Alicia says

      November 15, 2017 at 8:22 pm

      Thank you, Kate, you are so sweet. 🙂 We found the rose gold Christmas balls from Michael’s, they have a wonderful selection again this year!

      Reply
  7. Ivory says

    November 21, 2017 at 4:21 pm

    Wow, I love your Christmas kitchen, fabulous.

    Reply
    • Alicia says

      November 21, 2017 at 10:03 pm

      Thank you so much, Ivory. We’re so glad you stopped by! 🙂

      Reply

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