Country Christmas decor is reminiscent of simpler times when trees were harvested close to home and families gathered around the dining table in celebration of the season. Embracing the casual comfort of a lived-in home, country Christmas is where unassuming decor inspires effortless design.
Rustic charm meets farmhouse chic in this casual country Christmas theme. Natural garlands and burlap accents frame each room with laidback style, as empty spaces are filled with mini pine trees to create a woodsy feel. Wooden crates overflow with throw blankets and quilts to keep you warm while the glowing tree filled with homey ornaments and soft lighting creates a calming ambiance. Modest decorations made from earthy elements bring the spirit of the outdoors inside as festive colors in soft hues infuse this design with holiday cheer. If you love the unassuming style of a charming farmstead, let our simple country Christmas guide inspire you throughout the holiday season.
Country Christmas embodies the earthy tones of a farmhouse setting. Set a casual mood for your holiday interior by integrating a soft color palette of antique white, sage green, barn red, and oatmeal into your decor. Neutral tones found in nature are the base of your rustic holiday scheme. Take a note from the wintry landscape and infuse your home with the subtle colors of your surroundings.
Throw pillows are a simple way to infuse your space with Christmas spirit. Look for pillows that feature nature-inspired designs in festive prints. Pair contrasting pillow styles like red gingham and neutral tones to create a look that's casual, yet still celebrates the season.
A rustic Christmas style embodies the beauty found in the natural landscape. Use miniature pine trees to fill the empty spaces throughout your home's interior. Echoing the cheerful comfort of a Christmas tree, spruce saplings make charming woodsy accents when potted in galvanized metal, wood, or burlap-covered buckets.
Continue the country cottage style throughout your living space by filling distressed wooden crates with quilts, plants, and decorative pinecones. Use a white-washed crate to corral your dining table decor, or transform it into a stand for your Christmas tree.
Whether dressed up or down, burlap textiles add casual charm to your holiday decor. Trim the tree with charming burlap bows, or use the coarse fabric as an idyllic table runner. Burlap is a great neutral element with which to mix and match your decor.
The humble glow of a country Christmas tree inspires feelings of comfort and joy. Charming decorations and shimmering white lights are the perfect complement to your holiday decor. Look for full trees like fir or spruce to achieve a rustic-inspired look. From tree skirt to topper, your country Christmas tree should be humble and inviting with a rich color scheme and earthy decor.
... your country Christmas tree should be simple yet inviting with a neutral color scheme and understated decor.
If you decide to use a tree skirt to conceal your tree stand, consider a simple textile like burlap, linen, or cotton. Tree skirts that feature quilted, ruffled, or embroidered details add texture to your tree's aesthetic.
Festive ornaments in neutral hues enhance your tree with country charm. Add texture and interest to your tree decor with simple ornaments made of wicker, reclaimed wood, burlap, berries, pinecones, gingham fabrics, and patinaed metal.
The final step to creating a well-composed, country-chic tree is a charming tree topper. Look for a topper that embodies rustic style and complements the rest of your tree decor. A distressed metal star or fabric bow will top off your tree with homespun flair.
Garlands are a great way to draw the eye around the tree in a strategic fashion. Look for garlands made with twine, berries, vines, and twigs to recall the beauty of the wintry terrain. A simple burlap or plaid fabric garland is another way to add visual interest to your rustic tree.
A country hearth exudes warmth and comfort as the crackling fire draws you near to sit and unwind.
A country hearth exudes warmth and comfort as the crackling fire draws you near to sit and unwind. Continue the homey ambiance with rustic signs announcing the holiday. Then frame the mantel with fresh greenery and a simple wreath. Pair natural elements with simple decorative accents to create a cohesive design filled with Christmas charm. The contrast of accents like distressed metal, reclaimed wood, warm candlelight, and fresh greenery completes your mantel with farmhouse style.
Simple wreathes made from wicker, vines, pine, and berries add a natural touch to your design. Look for wreathes accented with pine cones, burlap bows, or other rustic fabrics to achieve consistency throughout your mantelpiece.
Keep the country theme consistent throughout your mantel by hanging stockings that reflect the casual mood. Stockings made of burlap, flannel, quilted fabric, or knit material highlight your rustic theme in a personalized way.
Festive signs made of reclaimed wood add a vintage feel to your holiday mantel. Place a wooden sign off to one side of your mantelpiece to create an asymmetrical look that allows for negative space and keeps the design uncluttered.
Holiday decorative accents are an easy way to complement your country motif. Look for earthy styles like bark, wood, or distressed metal to keep the design casual and inviting. Group candles or other decor of varying heights to add visual interest.
Simplicity is key to a rustic Christmas dining table. A heavy wooden farmhouse table plays the base of this inviting design while simple linens and a charming centerpiece highlight the holiday with country flair. Combine inviting place settings and a well-composed centerpiece to encourage guests to relax and celebrate the season.
Simplicity is key to a rustic Christmas dining table.
A humble centerpiece made with branches and boughs enriches your table with rustic charm. Add in a few decorative elements like pine cones, cinnamon sticks, berries, and candles to enhance this nature-inspired look.
Mix and match heavy white china with printed dinnerware to create unique place settings that are both festive and functional. Play up the texture by layering plain, scallop-rimmed dishes with simpler plates in holiday-themed prints.
While table linens are understated in this country-chic design, woven placemats and cloth napkins add a practical touch that keeps the look intentional. A table runner in burlap, linen, or plaid fabric completes the design with minimal effort.
A country Christmas table is not complete without a set of copper mugs. Copper adds a warm element to the table while keeping the look rustic. Serve up Moscow Mule cocktails at your holiday party in this beautiful drinkware.
When she's not decking her halls with all-things Christmas, Melissa enjoys decorating her space with unique curiosities and artisanal finds. Along with her passion for cooking, spoiling her cat, and getting lost in a good book, Melissa finds pleasure in hosting dinner parties and entertaining family and friends.
