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November 28, 2017

Cozy Christmas Tour Part 1 – 2017 Blog Hop

Christmas textSmall entry Christmas decor

What are five things that come to mind when you think about the approaching holiday season?  When I asked myself this same question, I honestly wrote down those exact words listed above.  Immediately after writing them down, my mind filled with a few negative reminders as well.

Hustle and Bustle

Crowds

Budget

Checking the list twice, three times, four times….

Unfortunately, I am painfully aware that the holidays can also seem sad.  They are meant to bring joy and hope, but they can awaken a bad memory and darker times.  This past year has brought much devastation to our nation, and my prayer is that each one of you is able to find comfort in He who brings light into this fallen world.

DIY Joy wreath

Stay Awhile

Welcome to our cozy home, please grab a comfy spot on the sofa and settle in for part 1 of my Cozy Christmas Home Tour along side an amazing group of bloggers.  I’m excited to welcome you over after touring the truly magnificent home of Mysha, Remington Avenue.  Wasn’t her tree spectacular?!!

I purchased this J O Y word art from Target’s dollar spot last Christmas.  This yarn wreath was also from Target’s Christmas collection, but the charm that once adorned it broke.  I saw an opportunity to make a new wreath, so I spray painted J O Y blush pink and hot-glued it to the wreath 🙂

Sources will be listed where applicable.

joy wreath above mantle

Blush vase – Ruby Jewel in Paxton, IL Mantle garland – Hobby Lobby

I kept the mantle decor super simple, and focused more on the hearth.  I wanted to create a woodsy theme for my Christmas deer duo.

hearth decorated for Christmas

Shop your home for buckets, bins, urns, etc. and plop your Christmas greens inside for a little more character.

Christmas mantle and hearth decor

We placed these logs in our non-functioning fireplace last winter, and I still love this look.  Our DIY consisted of stacking the logs instead of slicing them and gluing them to a piece of plywood, you can check out the full tutorial here.

Wreath – Ruby Jewel – Paxton, IL Wood tree – Home Goods Snowflake garland – Hobby Lobby

Layer with Texture

I have always treated the top of my piano as another mantle.  Even though my husband created a beautiful piece to cover our TV when it’s not being used, it’s still a challenge to decorate that space, so styling this spot is the next best thing.

There used to be a large mirror in the center, and I have to say I am liking the change up.  Layering items creates visual interest, but it also does so much more!

  • Disguises or distracts from something you don’t want seen
  • Different textures can be incorporated
  • Add an assortment of colors
  • Use different shades of the same color scheme
  • Create different heights
Christmas decor for open shelf in living room

Wall color is Mink by SW

I use the same concept when it comes to styling cozier areas like the sofa.

By now you have caught a glance of my new Christmas tree from King of Christmas.

King of Christmas 9 foot Prince flock

That black stripe is one of our ceiling beams 😉

Without Further Ado..

Here he is in full glory, all 9 feet of him.  I am in pure awe of this Prince Flock pencil tree.  Besides the fact that the tree is gorgeous in itself, assembling him was a piece of cake!  I’m uncertain of the engineering involved, but we simply fit 4 pieces together and plugged it in!  There was no connecting strands of lights together in the middle, they all just worked!

I’m pretty ecstatic that Christmas reds and greens compliment the color blush <3  I tried something new this year with the placement of our tree.  We spend a lot of time snuggled up on the sofas, so it just seemed natural to surround ourselves with the warm glow of the Christmas tree.

I highly recommend King of Christmas for your next tree purchase.  Their selection is unbeatable, and there is an enormous price range with ongoing sales.  I know a few of you have already purchased one since catching a view of mine on social media, and I think you will agree that building your tree was easy peasy!  Oh, and one more thing.. the flock is NOT that messy!!  I think that’s what surprised me the most.  King of Christmas does an amazing job with the quality in their amazing product line.

Both older girls left for college right after my new swing was installed, so I know this will be a popular spot this holiday season.

White glittered grass wreath – Krumpets Home Decor

Life is Good sign – Aimee Weaver Designs

Bringing you back full circle to one of my very favorite nooks, our small entry.  Since adding the wall paper, decorating this spot for different seasons is just too fun.  You can catch the blog post about this peel and stick wall here.

cozy christmas tour part 1

“Hello” word art – Brook Start At Home, “Believe in the Miracle” Word Sign – Krumpets Home Decor, Antler pillow – Indigo Tangerine Shop, Metal basket – Ruby Jewel – Paxton, IL

See You Very Soon!

Thank you sooo much for stopping by <3  Please continue on to my friend, Joan, 2 Ladies and a Chair.  I think she loves the color pink as much as I do 😉  She has such a way of adding just the right amount of glam.  I will be back with part 2 of my cozy Christmas tour tomorrow, and it will be all about this year’s holiday decor in our master bedroom.  There may be a part 3 and 4, lol I have lots of fun Christmas cheer to share!

Make sure to visit our Christmas Home Tours!

Amie @ Memehill | Gloribell @ Know How She Does It

Ashley @ Modern Glam | Kathleen @ Lindsay Hill Interiors

Sheila @ Maison de Cinq | Julie & Jodie @ The Design Twins

Kim & Lacey @ Styled with Lace | Janine @ Happy Happy Nester

Oscar @ Oscar Bravo Home | Mysha @ Remington Avenue

Martha @ Simple Cozy Charm | Joan @ 2 Ladies and a Chair |

Jackie @ Finding Lovely | Summer @ Summer Adams

Judy @ Life is Better at Home

Amy @ Crazy Chic Design

Lizbeth @Home and Fabulous

** This post contains affiliate links, and was done in collaboration with King of Christmas.  All opinions are 100% my own.

Author and photos – Martha Knake

Chief Editor – Emily Schunke

 

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  3. Sheila says

    December 3, 2017 at 10:53 pm

    Everything looks so cheerful and festive Martha, and I’m loving the wood in the fireplace! Your hearth and mantel both look so good. I love the woodsy/cozy feeling it imparts.

    Happy Holidays to you:)

    Sheila
    xo

    Reply
    • Martha Knake says

      December 5, 2017 at 5:02 am

      Sheila, Thank you so much girlfriend! Your kind words mean the world!

      Reply
  4. Amy says

    December 2, 2017 at 2:18 pm

    Your home looks absolutely amazing Martha! I love the pinks and reds together! Gorgeous!

    Reply
    • Martha Knake says

      December 3, 2017 at 9:12 am

      Thank you Amy!! Love doing these tours with you!

      Reply
  5. Judey says

    December 1, 2017 at 1:13 am

    Martha everything is gorgeous!! Love love love your tree and whole living room! All of your DIY’S create such special areas like your fireplace and entry. Of course I love the touches of blush pink too! Wishing you and your fam a wonderful holiday season xox

    Reply
    • Martha Knake says

      December 1, 2017 at 5:55 am

      Judy, you just fill my heart. Thank you so much for your compliments. Love doing these tours with you!

      Reply
  6. Summer Adams says

    November 30, 2017 at 9:24 pm

    Oh Martha, everything is so beautiful, festive, and fabulous! Loving your white winter wonderland and your entry is just darling! Merry Christmas, dear friend!

    Reply
    • Martha Knake says

      December 1, 2017 at 5:55 am

      So appreciate your visit Summer, and thank you so much for your compliment <3

      Reply
  7. Jodie & Julie says

    November 30, 2017 at 12:05 am

    Martha,
    I love your style so much! Your tree is absolutely gorgeous and I really love your rustic unique details! Feels so cozy and inviting!
    Happy holidays my friend!

    xoxo Jodie & Julie

    Reply
    • Martha Knake says

      November 30, 2017 at 6:57 am

      Thank you sweet gals, your visit means so much <3

      Reply
  8. Gloribell Lebron says

    November 29, 2017 at 11:59 am

    Beautiful styling and your tree is amazing. I really enjoy watching some of your Insta-stories while your husband and you were decorating it. Lovely tour!

    Reply
    • Martha Knake says

      November 30, 2017 at 6:57 am

      Awe, thank you friend!! Likewise!!

      Reply
  9. Kristi says

    November 29, 2017 at 8:19 am

    Martha this is gorgeous!!! Every detail is perfection!!!

    Reply
    • Martha Knake says

      November 30, 2017 at 6:57 am

      Love you girl!! Thank you SO much for the visit K!

      Reply
  10. Joan says

    November 28, 2017 at 9:40 pm

    Martha, what a beautiful tour! I love how you have decorated your fireplace, so gorgeous! You have such beautiful Christmas details throughout you home.Love it!

    Reply
    • Martha Knake says

      November 30, 2017 at 6:58 am

      Thank you so much Joan!

      Reply
  11. kathleen says

    November 28, 2017 at 8:59 pm

    What a beautiful post Martha! I love your natural colors with the greenery added in – so natural and beautiful! And that chair swing is gorgeous!

    xo

    Kathleen

    Reply
    • Martha Knake says

      November 30, 2017 at 6:58 am

      Thank you so very much Kathleen, I truly appreciate your visit <3

      Reply
  12. mysha says

    November 28, 2017 at 6:43 pm

    What a beautiful tour Martha. I absolutely love the swing chair and your tree is perfection.

    Reply
    • Martha Knake says

      November 28, 2017 at 8:40 pm

      The swing is super fun, thanks so much Mysha!

      Reply
  13. Ashley says

    November 28, 2017 at 1:38 pm

    Martha! I absolutely love all your Christmas decor. That mantel is perfection! I love this holiday season and love your reminders to get the best out of it and not to dwell on the hard parts. xoxo

    Reply
    • Martha Knake says

      November 28, 2017 at 8:39 pm

      Thank you so very much Ashley!!

      Reply
  14. Ingrid says

    November 28, 2017 at 11:56 am

    I love it all!! So pretty, and intimate and well-styled. It looks like a super cozy Christmas in there!!! :)xo

    Reply
    • Martha Knake says

      November 28, 2017 at 12:23 pm

      You are just the best Ingrid <3 Thank you so much for taking the time to visit and comment.

      Reply
  15. Jackie says

    November 28, 2017 at 9:35 am

    Oh my goodness Martha! That sweet mantel is adorable. What lovely Christmas touches!

    Reply
    • Martha Knake says

      November 28, 2017 at 12:23 pm

      Thank you so much Jackie!

      Reply

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I’m Martha, welcome to my blog!  I am a wife and a mother to 3 beautiful daughters. Making our home pretty is one of my favorite hobbies and I get so inspired by changes and events that happen in every day life.  Simple and cozy is a must around our house; I want family and friends to feel right at home.  My roots are farm grown, so I love adding sweet charm from my parents’ homestead, cozy decorating ideas, and simple diy tutorials.  So please, stay awhile, browse a bit, and let me know what inspires you!

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