Are you Looking for Christmas Decorating Ideas - Traditional and Modern Mix


Keeping it simple with candy stripe ribbon - Image by Tobi Fairley Interior Design 

My Christmas decorations are usually out in full force by now but due to a recent health scare in the family, I am totally unprepared for Christmas and haven't done a thing. Everything is ok now 'health-wise', so I have been madly perusing the web for some ideas for this year. Some are traditional, others a little bit different, I hope you enjoy the mix.

Holiday Decor
Don't forget to decorate your mantel, it is the perfect spot to draw attention too - Image Photo by AM Dolce Vita 
Holiday Decor
Using Fresh foliage is always a winner - Photo by AM Dolce Vita
Christmas
Traditional styling of this entrance way - Photo by René Zieg
Holiday Decor
Scandi, white and relaxed - Photo by Julie Ranee Photography 
Holiday Decor
A clever way with hats - Photo by Julie Ranee Photography 
Winter Tablescape
Sometimes less is best - Photo by Rikki Snyder 
Winter Tablescape
Pomegranates are the perfect Christmas red. I think I might put these to good use in my home this year as they are abundant in the stores at the moment - Photo by Rikki Snyder
M&S Christmas 2014
Traditional Christmas colours - Photo by Marks & Spencer 
M&S Christmas 2014
If you have a balustrade then don't neglect to decorate it - Photo by Marks & Spencer
Silver always works at Christmas, less traditional, however it will carry you through to New Years eve perfectly - Photo 
A cool idea to hang stockings - Photo by Dawn Hearn Interior Design
christmas crafts
A simple white wreath made from buttons  glued to a polystyrene ring - Photo by The Happy Home Blog 
Christmas and Holiday design in silver and white
More Silver - Photo by Michelle 
home decor, white and black, white and green
Another simple idea for a window wreath -  Photo by Pullga 
A perfectly pale interior with Nordic influences
Piccadilly House

Last year I made these cute candle holders for my guests, they are simple to make, you can find the instructions on last years post DIY Holiday Candle Holders.



More Christmas inspiration can be found on my Pinterest board (below) where you will find links to recipes, Christmas DIY and lots more...

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