There's something about farmhouse Christmas decor that feels different from anything else — warmer, softer, a little more lived-in. It's less about matching everything perfectly and more about layering pieces that feel collected over time: worn metals, natural greenery, soft plaids, and a little bit of sparkle. If you're planning your holiday decorating this year, here's a room-by-room guide to help you build that cozy farmhouse Christmas look.
Start With Your Mantel
The mantel sets the tone for the whole room. A fresh-looking pine or evergreen swag draped along the ledge, anchored by a few rustic ornaments or a wood-beaded garland, gives you that classic farmhouse foundation. Add a couple of flameless taper candles in mismatched metal holders for warmth, and finish with a simple wood or metal sign — something with a short, sincere sentiment works best here.
Bring the Tree to Life With Texture
Farmhouse Christmas trees lean natural: think wood, jute, cream, and touches of aged metal mixed in with your traditional reds and greens. Our Christmas Decor collection has grown to more than 150 pieces this year, including carved wood ornaments, iron and jute accents, and vintage-inspired glass — the kind of ornaments that don't scream "new," even when they are.
Let the Table Do the Talking
A farmhouse Christmas table doesn't need to be complicated. An embroidered table runner in a classic plaid or snowflake pattern, a low arrangement of pine and berries down the center, and a scattering of taper candles is usually all it takes. If you're hosting this year, a tree skirt in matching velvet ties the whole tablescape together with what's happening under the tree.
Don't Forget the Glow
Lighting is what makes farmhouse Christmas decor feel warm instead of just decorated. Beyond string lights, our Lighted & LED Decor collection has a full lineup of Ekkolights and lighted snow globes — Santa scenes, pine trees, snowmen — that work well as accent pieces on porches, entry tables, and windowsills where you want a soft glow without committing to a full display.
A Few Ideas to Try This Year
If you're short on time but still want the look, start small: swap your everyday throw pillows for a plaid or buffalo check pattern, add a wood-beaded garland to a bookshelf, and set out a single lighted piece by the front door. Farmhouse Christmas decor is forgiving that way — a few well-chosen pieces go a long way.
Browse the full Christmas Decor collection for this year's arrivals, and if you're decorating the whole home, our Wreaths & Greenery and Farmhouse Decor collections are a great place to round things out.