A Simple and Cozy Christmas Cottage
A tour of our simple and cozy Christmas cottage dressed for the holidays.
I’ve been so busy sharing my dried orange slice ornaments, magnolia leaf wreath, lighted Christmas balls and dried orange and cranberry garland, that I didn’t get to show you the rest of the cottage all dressed for the holidays.
So…welcome to our cozy Christmas cottage!
Please come in and make yourself at home.
We have 3 Christmas trees this year, which is a first for me.
Let’s start our tour in the Christmas cottage sunroom with tree #1.
Our new flocked tree (from King of Christmas) is the perfect size for this corner of the sunroom.
I wanted this tree to have a traditional Christmas feel so I used lots of red and green. I love how festive and cozy it is in here.
Our main tree (tree#2) is in the dining room and this year I decorated it simply with natural elements. I call it my rustic tree.
Dried orange slice ornaments, my DIY garland and other natural decorations make this one of my favorite trees ever.
I love the burnt orange colors with all the natural textures.
Next up is the kitchen.
Since it’s connected to the dining room, I continued with the natural theme.
I added fresh greens over the window along with another orange slice garland.
I kept the rest of the decor to a minimum and just added some fresh and faux greens, trees and pinecones.
We have a small dining table so all I did was add a bowl of wooden ornaments and dried orange slices for an easy centerpiece.
Like the rest of the cottage, the living room was decorated simply.
I sprinkled some trees around, faux as well as mercury glass, and added texture and color with the pillows and throw.
I think the snow outside also adds to the feeling of Christmas inside.
The main attraction in this small space is the fireplace wall.
I found a small, natural-looking tree (#3) that fits in here nicely, and I decorated the fireplace.
A swag of fresh greens and a string of dried orange slices (naturally) add the wonderful aroma of Christmas.
Our non-working fireplace was transformed from a dusty black hole into a pretty centerpiece.
First I stacked some birch logs on the back wall and then added lots of candles.
I used regular candles as well as battery-operated, for nights when I’m too lazy to light them but I still want a glow.
I didn’t go crazy or stress out about decorating this year so I was able to really enjoy putting it all together.
Our small house calls for a simpler look, in my opinion, and this just feels perfect to me this Christmas. I’m not sure how I’ll top it next year.
I’m looking forward to taking a little break and spending time with my family. I can’t quit you altogether so I’ll still be on Facebook and Instagram, if you want to follow along.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you!
It all looks so lovely. I hope you had a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Thanks so much, Amber! Hope you had a wonderful holiday! 🙂
What a beautiful home you have! I think my favorite tree is probably the one in the dining room and I just love that you kept the greenery and orange slices going into the kitchen. Very cozy indeed. Pinned.
Thanks so much for your sweet comment. I appreciate it! Hope you had a Happy New Year! 🙂
Oh goodness, I adore your home! It is just lovely!
That’s so sweet! Thanks so much, Lily!
Merry Christmas!
Your home looks just beautiful, Kristi!
Merry Christmas to you and your hubby,
Warm hugs,
Carol
Thanks so much, Carol, I appreciate it!
Merry Christmas!
Thank you for sharing your lovely home with us! Your simple, sophisticated style is something I aspire to. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and all the best in the new year!
Awww, thanks Cindy! That’s so sweet of you to say. 🙂
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you! xo
Love it all! So homey, and i bet it smells delish!
Thanks so much, Pat! It does smell so good. I’ll certainly miss it when it has to come down.
Merry Christmas!
Kristi, your home is darling! So warm and cozy. Hope you and your family have a safe and Blessed Christmas and a Happy Healthy 2019.
P.S. I dried apple and orange slices one year for decorations. My son who was about 14 at the time (he is now 37 ) informed me that the apples were delicious but the oranges were just awful. We had a good laugh and then we dried more apples . It’s the little things that make Christmas a special time .
Thanks so much, Susan! I appreciate it!
What a lovely Christmas memory to have. Thank you for sharing.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Love your home and it is so pretty with all that Christmas glow, thank you so much for all you have shared with us, Merry Christmas to you.
Awww, thanks so much, Marlene! I can’t tell you how much I appreciate your support this past year and kind comments on all of my posts. Many thanks!
Merry Christmas! xo
Kristi, Your home is always so warm and welcoming, but especially this Christmas!! I love the natural elements you used and I just adore the magnolia wreath you hand crafted, it is amazing. Enjoy your family time this Christmas and travel safely. I wish you and your family many blessings in 2019.
So sweet, thanks so much, Kaycee!
I appreciate all the support you’ve shown me throughout the year. Readers like you make this all worthwhile.
Merry Christmas to you and your family! Enjoy all of those beautiful cookies you all made! xo
Merry Christmas to your family, l love how you’ve decorated your cottage for Christmas.
Pat
Thanks so much, Pat! I appreciate your kind comment and your continued support. It really means a lot to us.
Merry Christmas! xo
I adore stone cottages and yours is so beautiful in all its Christmas finery. I love all the natural touches and you have just the right amount of decorations/décor.
Thanks Teresa, I really appreciate it!
Merry Christmas to you! xo
Love your home tour with all of the natural touches. Whatever you do, it always looks great. I love the orange slices. I would have never thought of that. So cozy!!!
Awww, thanks Julie! I really appreciate your sweet comment. I love the orange slices, too. I’ll definitely use them again.
Thanks for stopping in and taking the tour.
Merry Christmas! xo
I can feel the warmth. So lovely! If I may ask, where did you find your wooden ornaments?
That’s so sweet! Thanks so much, Sandra!
All of my wooden ornaments came from Target. Some from this year and some from years past.
Merry Christmas! xo
Your home always looks cozy Kristi but during Christmas it is extra special. When you mentioned burnt orange my eyes lit up. According to trend setters that is the color for 2019. Enjoy your Christmas Vacation and Merry Christmas to you and your family.
Thanks so much for your kind comment, Debbie! I can always count on you for a visit and kind word. Even when comments are far and few between. Thank you for your support!
Wow, I didn’t know that burnt orange was on trend for 2019. For once, I’m ahead of the game. 😉 I just used it because I loved it.
Merry Christmas to you, my friend! xo
Kristi, your home looks lovely! I especially love your main tree in the dining room and the garland in the kitchen. There is just something magical about orange slices on a Christmas tree. Enjoy your time “off” with your girls and Roger. Tis the reason for the season-family. Enjoy, relax, have a wonderful holiday break!
Thanks so much, Deb! I appreciate it!
My favorite tree is the dining room one too, and those orange slices. Who would have thought a bag of oranges could bring such joy? 😉 I’ll definitely be using them again.
Wishing you and your family a ver Merry Christmas! xo
So happy that you’re going to be with family for the Holiday. Wishing you a safe trip and a great visit.
I’ll have a busy weekend before Christmas also, trying to keep up with my children and grown grandchildren and their busy Christmas schedules. It’s hard to find one day when everyone can be together, so this year, since my retirement schedule is more flexible, I’ll have multiple homes to visit leading up to Christmas Day, which by then will be the most relaxing day of all — just 3 old women – myself and my two sisters, ages 76, 73 and 70 – shoes off in front of a warm fireplace, opening small gifts, and splitting a bottle of wine. Its always a good way to wind down and catch up on each others’ families and holiday madness stories. We are so blessed.
Thanks, Pat! I’m looking forward to spending time with our girls. 🙂
Sounds like you are going to have a busy but wonderful holiday with your family. Enjoy and Merry Christmas to you!
Cozy is right. Easy, simple, relaxing. Merry Christmas to you and Roger. Enjoy your family time and we will be right here for you when you get home!
Awww, thanks so much, Brenda! I appreciate your sweet comment.
Merry Christmas! xo