Personally, I don’t know that many people with a super-modern home, so I was delighted to be asked to step inside a sleek modern house that’s dressed for Christmas.
… Ok, so they didn’t ‘ask’ per se, but i’m sure they won’t mind me stealing a bit of inspiration – i’ll bring it back?
roomenvy - modern christmas dining room
I love the over-sized stars, pick up similar at DZD – they have fab modern decorations!
roomenvy - cosy Christmas snug
Pendant baubles are a great way to add festive charm to your blind.
roomenvy - Eastern-inspired Christmas bedroom
It’s just sooooooooooo pretty! And mistletoe above the bed? What a romantic touch!
It’s officially the run-down to Christmas (my advent calendar assures me so) and i’m getting really excited about putting up my decorations this weekend.
I’ve been finding dining room decorating inspiration this morning, here are my favourite festive schemes.
This country cottage Christmas dining room is so warm, cosy and welcoming. You can take a tour around the rest of this Christmas country cottage on housetohome. Invites to come round for Christmas lunch are most welcome!
roomenvy - country cottage Christmas dining room
This modern Christmas dining room is certainly eye-catching. I love the candy pink dining table and silver decorations.
roomenvy - modern Christmas dining room
The hanging stars and snowflakes look fantastic in this dining room dining room, so much more than just a fancy Christmas table setting.
roomenvy - star-studded Christmas dining room
A fan of all things country style, this Christmas dining room is definitely at the top of my ‘lust list’.
roomenvy - country charm Christmas dining room
Draw attention to your festive table, by hanging shimmering glass baubles overhead. I really like the candelabras in this dining room they make a great high-impact, low-effort Christmas table centrepiece.
I’ve pretty much decided that I’m going to have a stab at homemade Christmas tree decorations this year … not that I’m not going to find style inspiration from the high street though!
If you’re still wondering what style to go for, check out this video of gorgeous Christmas decorating trends from John Lewis, Marks & Spencer and Homebase. You might find the exact style you’re looking for without even leaving the house. I think Christmas present shopping on the high street is dangerous enough, so I hope this’ll make the decoration shopping a bit easier.
The vintage-style Christmas trend has GOT to be my favourite. I just LOVE the chalky pinks and homespun hearts.
Looking for ideas for Christmas decorations? You’ve finally decorated your home in your personal style and now begins the next challenge – finding festive accessories to match.
So what’s your Christmas style? Mine consists of trying to match every single one of ‘those cute decorations’ I see everywhere and want to buy, whilst hoping they’ll go with my white-painted floorboards. Who says modern fluorescent baubles and country-style won’t go?
Have a nosy in these real-life homes for decorating ideas for every room. I thought asking the owners for Sunday lunch was pushing it, though.
I’ve recently been invited to John Lewis on Oxford Street to indulge in some morning Christmas crafting! They’ve organised 3 days of ‘Christmas Tree Tutorials’ on the 18th, 19th and 20th December, where you can find your ‘Christmas Tree sense’ and make your own decorations to match. Book a place at promotions_oxford_street@johnlewis.co.uk.
I must say, I’m getting really excited about making my own Christmas decorations this year (I even dreamt about it the other day … should I admit that?). I’m going to stock up on ribbons, beads and buttons, pick one of those Sundays where it’s freezing outside yet sunny (conditions must be optimal) and snuggle into my pyjamas and get glueing.
I know it’s not even November yet, but if Lidl is allowed to start playing Christmas songs in their stores – and a man wearing a business suit is allowed to play a trance version of ‘I wish it could be Christmas everyday’ on the tube – then surely I’m allowed to start getting excited about Christmas decorating ideas … aren’t I?
I’ve been busy quizzing the experts at Homebase, John Lewis and Marks & Spencer on top Christmas trends for 2009 – I’ll pop the videos up soon so that you can have a look. In the meantime, I can’t help but get gushy about some of the festive schemes i’ve seen. Hark! What theme to choose?
Perhaps I’ll go for a country-style meets Scandi-chic look for my living room – very ‘Christmas in the Alps’
roomenvy - Nordic-style Christmas living room
Or maybe go Modern with vibrant Christmas decorations and colourful accessories, like in this living room.
roomenvy - zingy brights Christmas living room
Anyone decided what Christmas look they’re going for this year?
I know Christmas is over, but i couldn’t help but notice how effortlessly stylish this simple scheme is. An old curtain was updated for the doorway by lengthening it with a band of fabric, and candles create a welcoming feel all year round.
Statement wallpaper like this berry red Oriental-style design can be overpowering, so team it with neutral fabrics and pared-down furniture for a more contemporary look.
Don’t want to go overboard with your dining room Christmas decorations? This scheme looks just as good with a small tree in the corner and a pretty floral centrepiece. I love that geometric ceiling light, too.
Talk about making a festive entrance! I just love how simple Christmas ideas transform this hallway. Pretty red ribbons give the traditional garland an instant update and card hangers keep all those cards at bay!
